2nd base in past years has been where you got a good portion of your runs and SB. 2nd base has almost always been known as a place where you can get some speed. 2nd base has always been known as a week position where you just drafted someone late and hope for the best. However this year it seems that there are some power numbers to be had at 2nd base as well. Here is my tier ranking of 2nd baseman for fantasy baseball season 2009.
1st tier. This is the best of the best. These guys are not only the best 2nd baseman, but will out perform other stars at other positions. However to get one of these guys you are going to have to spend a high draft pick.
This guy can play baseball. He has the power of a first baseman, the speed of a middle infielder and the RBI production that can compete with the likes of A-Rod and company. Even hurt this guy out produced all second basemen last year. And did I mention that he plays for the Phillies? The highest powered offense in the NL.
2. Dustin Pedroia. (15/85/120/.315/17)
He won rookie of the year in 2007 for a reason, he knows how to play. You want this guy on your team, plain and simple. He plays for another High powered offense.
3. Ian Kinsler. (25/75/100/.285/25)
This guy when on a hot steak is unstoppable. If he can stay healthy this season look for this guy to compete for the AL MVP. Look for Kinsler to be off the board before the end of the 3rd round.
That is all there is for the 1st tier of second baseman. If you don’t get one of the above mentioned names then your fantasy season could be tough as the remaining talent should not even be allowed to play in the same league as the big three listed above.
2nd tier. This list of guys is no competition for the first tier. If you missed out on one of the big 3 then make sure to get a guy in the 2nd tier.
4. Brandon Phillips. (22/80/90/.265/20)
Like I said these guys are not even in the same league. He has no plate discipline, in fact in watching him sometimes I feel like he just swings for the fences with every at bat. However when he gets on base, look out as he is always a stolen base threat.
5. Brian Roberts. (8/60/90/.285/30)
This guy is a stolen base machine. If you are weak in that category and need some help then target Brian Roberts late in the 5th round, you wont regret it.
6. Dan Uggla. (25/95/90/.260/5)
No one has ever question Uggla’s power. However his speed and average is something that could be improved. If you are looking for some power production from the normally weak 2nd base position then Uggla is your man.
7. Robinson Cano. (15/80/90/.285/2)
This guy is either Hot or cold, if you draft him you may want to draft another 2nd baseman to play the first half of the season.
3rd Tier. Ohhh boy if you are looking at this part of the list you are in some trouble. There are a few sleepers to be found here, but beware if you draft one of them because it may not work out.
8. Alexi Ramirez. (25/90/85/.285/25)
Who knows what his numbers will really look like? This guys is a great sleeper, the sky is the limit for him. If you are looking to take a chance on your 2nd baseman then Alexi is your guy.
9. Jose Lopez. (15/80/80/.275/5)
The sky is not so high when it comes to Jose. It is my feeling that last year was the best we will see from the Marlins 2nd Baseman.
10. Rickie Weeks. (17/50/90/.240/20)
If you believe he will stay healthy then go ahead, but I wouldn’t bet my fantasy season on it.
11. Mark Derosa. (20/85/85/.280/5)
2nd baseman with a chance to hit 20 homeruns, sign me up!
12. Kelly Johnson. (12/65/75/.265/10)
He showed promise, but I just don’t see much help…
13. Akinori Iwamura. (10/50/90/.285/10)
He plays for the Rays. One of the best teams in the high-powered AL east. Hitting can be contagious and I expect the Rays to hit well this year.
14. Howie Kendrick. (8/65/65/.310/15)
Can you say Risky?
15. Placido Polanco. (10/60/85/.305/5)
The tigers should have one of the best offenses in baseball. Expect Polanco to score a lot of runs if things go the way they should in the motor city.
I wont even divulge into the players after this list, if you don’t have one of these names, well then good luck to you. This list of 2nd baseman using the tier ranking system will be a great help in your goal to win your fantasy baseball league.
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