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Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani was at bat in the sixth inning against the San Diego Padres during game two of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Fantasy Baseball Average Draft Position data for 2025 shows top hitters like Guerrero, Ramirez, and Judge leading the way in average draft picks for the upcoming season, providing valuable insights for fantasy baseball drafts. Catchers, first basemen, second basemen, shortstops, third basemen,...

New York Yankees chairman Hal Steinbrenner has amended the team's facial hair policy to allow "well-groomed beards" for the first time in nearly five decades. The policy, put in place by his father George Steinbrenner in 1976, required players to have no hair below the lip. Steinbrenner called the old policy "outdated and somewhat unreasonable" and acknowledged the importance of beards to younger men. Notable players impacted by the policy over the years include Oscar...

On Sep 19, 2024, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras threw to first base during a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Contreras, ranked 25th overall, and Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman, ranked 28th, are considered top-tier catchers for fantasy baseball drafts. Los Angeles Dodgers' Smith, Houston Astros' Diaz, and Kansas City Royals' Perez are mid-tier options, while Seattle Mariners' Raleigh, Washington Nationals' Ruiz, and St. Louis Cardinals' Contreras are borderline starters. Players like...

The New York Yankees have ended their longstanding ban on beards, allowing players and uniformed personnel to have well-groomed beards. The change comes after a review of the team's appearance policy, which previously only allowed mustaches. The decision was influenced by feedback from former and current players, as well as a recognition of changing societal norms. The policy regarding hair length remains in place. The no-beard rule was implemented by former owner George Steinbrenner in...

On Aug 16, 2024, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes delivered a pitch against the Seattle Mariners, showcasing his impressive stats from the previous season. Skenes is a top fantasy pitcher, along with teammate Keller and closer Bednar, who are all valuable picks for fantasy baseball drafts. The Pirates also have promising young prospects like Chandler and Harrington, adding depth to their pitching staff for the upcoming season. Full Article