2025 Fantasy Baseball Head-to-Head Categories Mock Draft

The 2025 fantasy baseball season is heating up, and the ESPN fantasy baseball crew has conducted an exciting head-to-head categories mock draft. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the draft, including round-by-round picks, team rosters, and expert commentary.

Key Details of the Draft

• Draft Date: February 24, 2025
• Participants: A mix of fantasy baseball writers, editors, and MLB analysts including Eric Karabell, Tristan H. Cockcroft, Todd Zola, and Derek Carty.
• Format: Head-to-head categories with ESPN standard roster settings.

Draft Highlights

Round 1:

1. Shohei Ohtani (DH/SP) -- Derek Carty
2. Bobby Witt Jr. (SS) -- Eric Karabell
3. Aaron Judge (OF) -- Sachin Chandan

Round 2:

11. Paul Skenes (SP) -- Tristan Cockcroft
12. Fernando Tatis Jr. (OF) -- James Best

Team Rosters

Each team's roster was carefully constructed, balancing star power with deep bench options. Here’s a snapshot of one team:

Team Carty:

• C: Will Smith [Pick: 10.10]
• 1B: Matt Olson [Pick: 4.10]
• 3B: Austin Riley [Pick: 2.10]

Expert Insights

Fantasy baseball analysts shared their strategies, focusing on early-round picks and sleeper selections. Derek Carty’s decision to take Shohei Ohtani first overall set the tone, leveraging his dual-position eligibility.

Why Participate in Mock Drafts?

Participating in mock drafts is a fantastic way to refine your strategy before the real draft. It helps you understand player values, experiment with draft strategies, and identify sleepers.

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