The discussion focuses on various players who are challenging to rank for the upcoming fantasy baseball season. Christian Yelich is highlighted due to his past MVP performance, combined with current concerns about his recovery from back surgery. His stats indicate potential for a bounce-back season, but his average draft position (ADP) suggests hesitance from other drafters.
Matt Mlan is another player causing debate among the analysts, as he missed the entire previous season due to injuries and is being drafted relatively high despite concerns about his long-term potential. The hosts also delve into players like Garrett Cole, who has had a solid but inconsistent performance due to injuries and age, and Shane McClanahan, who faces skepticism after undergoing his second Tommy John surgery, leading to a cautious ranking.
Francisco Alvarez's struggles at the plate, stemming possibly from injuries, contribute to varied opinions about his fantasy value, while Luis Robert's injury history complicates his ranking as well. Other players mentioned include Jackson Holliday, Hunter Greene, and Adolis Garcia, each presenting unique challenges for rankings due to injury concerns or recent performance declines. The episode concludes with insights on other difficult-to-rank players, including Jackson Holliday, who has struggled with plate discipline, and Ronald Acuña Jr., whose recovery timeline from injury remains uncertain.
