As the 2025 fantasy baseball season approaches, identifying value picks in best ball leagues becomes crucial. Notably, Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners stands out as a prime target, having posted impressive numbers including a strong barrel rate and the potential for another 30-home run season at a discounted ADP of 82. Similarly, Eugenio Suárez, now with the Arizona Diamondbacks, excels in best ball formats, finishing as one of the top third basemen based on his second-half surge, making him an enticing pick at ADP 132.

Jonathan India, recently traded to the Kansas City Royals, represents a buy-low opportunity at ADP 181 thanks to his projected lead-off role, which could boost his run production. Isaac Paredes, now a member of the Houston Astros, has shown great potential for power, particularly in the hitter-friendly environment of Minute Maid Park, making him a worthy gamble at ADP 216. Lastly, Ryan McMahon, despite his consistent performance, is surprisingly undervalued at ADP 234, particularly with favorable scoring in best ball formats.

The St. Louis Cardinals finished the 2024 season with an 83-79 record, showing improvement from the previous year, but still facing challenges. Key players like Ryan Helsley and Alec Burleson delivered strong performances, while the team struggled with underwhelming production from high-paid stars such as Nolan Arenado and Paul Goldschmidt.

As the organization transitions under Chaim Bloom's leadership, the Cardinals aim to become younger and more cost-effective. This offseason will likely see significant changes, including potential trades of established players to revitalize the roster.