As the fantasy baseball season approaches, value plays at first base are emerging as pivotal for savvy drafters. Josh Naylor of the Arizona Diamondbacks, ranked 88th, is being overlooked despite coming off a career-best season with 31 HR and 108 RBI, showcasing a strong plate discipline. His move to a high-scoring team could elevate his production even further.

Yandy Diaz of the Tampa Bay Rays, currently ranked 209th, is another underrated option, projected to offer solid stats with a commendable contact rate. His past performance signals potential for a strong late-round investment.

Meanwhile, Christian Encarnacion-Strand of the Cincinnati Reds is projected as a top performer per plate appearance, but his current ranking at 231st suggests a chance to capitalize on market hesitance. Andrew Vaughn from the Chicago White Sox rounds out this list, showing promise as a fallback option with potential for late-round value. These players represent strategic opportunities to bolster your roster effectively.