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FanGraphs Power Rankings: Spring Training 2026 (No. 18–30)
In the first of our two spring training power rankings pieces, we run through the teams projected to finish below .500.
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Matrix Reloaded: February 6, 2026
We're in the home stretch of the offseason.
Eric Longenhagen Prospects Chat: 2/6/26
Last chat before Prospect Week!
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FanGraphs Weekly Mailbag: January 31, 2026
This week, we answer your questions about players hitting the same number of home runs in four different seasons, ties in baseball, park effects, and more.
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Beat the Shift Podcast – Middle Infield Episode w/ Chris Towers
League format strategy differences and undervalued middle infileders with Chris Towers of CBS Sports.
Starting Pitcher 2026 Fantasy Rankings
Big rankings shifts plus a new tier group added!
Top-200 Hitters 2026 Fantasy Rankings
Small February update
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Matrix Reloaded: February 6, 2026
We're in the home stretch of the offseason.FanGraphs Power Rankings: Spring Training 2026 (No. 18–30)
In the first of our two spring training power rankings pieces, we run through the teams projected to finish below .500.
Skubal Becomes Ta-Richest Player in Arbitration History
Paul Skenes should be penning a truly groveling thank-you note to Skubal as soon as possible.
ChatRosterResource Chat - 2/5/26
Jason Martinez and Jon Becker answer questions related to rosters, playing time, bullpen usage, minor leaguers, payroll, and more.
ProspectsLucas Elissalt Is a Crafty Curveballer Who Is Opening Eyes in the Tigers System
The 21-year-old right-hander is an intriguing under-the-radar prospect in a deep system.
February Free Agent Watch: Framber's Off the Board But Rotation Options Abound
With pitchers and catchers due to report next week, here's a roundup of the top starting pitchers still available.
FA SigningFramber Valdez Signing Establishes the Tigers as AL Central Favorites
Detroit lands the best pitcher available on a contract that can't go horribly wrong.
FA SigningCarlos Santana Signs One-Year Deal With Diamondbacks
After a dismal 2025 season for the soon-to-be-40-year-old, the Diamondbacks are bargain hunting for a bounce-back.
ProspectsAfter Some Tweaks, Rays Prospect Brayden Taylor Is Working to Put His Disappointing Season Behind Him
The promising young infielder is making swing adjustments after a down year with the Double-A Montgomery Biscuits.
The Relationship Between Framing and Blocking
Catching, it turns out, is a complicated job.
Coming Out of My Cags, Below the Mendoza Line
Royals fans will be sad if he can't hit the ball.
ChatBrendan Gawlowski Prospects Chat: 2/3/26
Let's chat prospects, baseball, recent trades, whatever else is on your mind.
February Free Agent Watch: Useful Role Players Available to a Good Home
With pitchers and catchers due to report next week, here's a roundup of the top position player still available.
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Beat the Shift Podcast – Middle Infield Episode w/ Chris Towers
League format strategy differences and undervalued middle infileders with Chris Towers of CBS Sports.
The Sleeper and the Bust Episode: 1471 – 2026 Second Base Preview Pt. 2
Justin Mason and Joe Orrico finish the second base preview!Starting Pitcher 2026 Fantasy Rankings
Big rankings shifts plus a new tier group added!
Third Base ADP Market Report: 1/31/2026
Justin Mason checks in on the ADP movement at the hot corner!
Mining the News (2/4/26)
Usable news is down to a slow trickle.
Ottoneu 2026 Keeper Deadline in Review
A quick look at some of the most cut players at the Ottoneu keep/cut deadline.
First Base 2026 Fantasy Rankings
Ranking season has begun!
Shortstop ADP Market Report: 1/31/2026
Justin Mason checks in on the ADP movement at the shortstop position!The Sleeper and the Bust Episode: 1470 – 2026 Second Base Preview Pt. 1
Paul, Justin, and, Joe get together to discuss the first three tiers of Joe's 2B rankings and already things got thin at what might be the toughest position in the game this year!
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Effectively Wild's Preseason Predictions Update: Meg Rowley
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2026 Top 50 MLB Free Agents
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Top Prospects
AL
| BAL | CHW | ATH |
| BOS | CLE | HOU |
| NYY | DET | LAA |
| TBR | KCR | SEA |
| TOR | MIN | TEX |
NL
| ATL | CHC | ARI |
| MIA | CIN | COL |
| NYM | MIL | LAD |
| PHI | PIT | SDP |
| WSN | STL | SFG |
ZiPS Projections
Chat Schedule All times ET
| Sun | 8:30 PM | Jeff Zimmerman |
| Mon | 12 PM | Justin Mason |
| Mon | 2 PM | Ben Clemens |
| Tue | 12 PM | Jay Jaffe |
| Tue | 2 PM | Brendan Gawlowski |
| Wed | 2 PM | Paul Sporer |
| Thu | 12 PM | Dan Szymborski |
| Thu | 2 PM | RosterResource |
| Fri | 12 PM | Eric Longenhagen |
Top Prospects
AL
| BAL | CHW | ATH |
| BOS | CLE | HOU |
| NYY | DET | LAA |
| TBR | KCR | SEA |
| TOR | MIN | TEX |
NL
| ATL | CHC | ARI |
| MIA | CIN | COL |
| NYM | MIL | LAD |
| PHI | PIT | SDP |
| WSN | STL | SFG |
ZiPS Projections
Chat Schedule All times ET
| Sun | 8:30 PM | Jeff Zimmerman |
| Mon | 12 PM | Justin Mason |
| Mon | 2 PM | Ben Clemens |
| Tue | 12 PM | Jay Jaffe |
| Tue | 2 PM | Brendan Gawlowski |
| Wed | 2 PM | Paul Sporer |
| Thu | 12 PM | Dan Szymborski |
| Thu | 2 PM | RosterResource |
| Fri | 12 PM | Eric Longenhagen |
Podcasts
Leaders
WAR
wRC+
wOBA
WPA
| 1.Aaron Judge | 10.1 |
| 2.Cal Raleigh | 9.1 |
| 3.Bobby Witt Jr. | 8.0 |
| 4.Shohei Ohtani | 7.5 |
| 5.Geraldo Perdomo | 7.1 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
| 1.Tarik Skubal | 6.6 |
| 2.Paul Skenes | 6.5 |
| 3.Cristopher Sanchez | 6.4 |
| 4.Garrett Crochet | 5.8 |
| 5.Logan Webb | 5.5 |
WAR
WPA
ERA
| 1.Cade Smith | 2.7 |
| 2.Aroldis Chapman | 2.6 |
| 3.Garrett Whitlock | 2.2 |
| 4.Adrian Morejon | 2.2 |
| 5.Bryan Abreu | 2.2 |
