Second base remains one of the shallowest positions in fantasy baseball. Rarely do you get any power out of the position. You had to be content with leadoff hitters who score runs and steal a bunch of bases. With Alfonso Soriano losing his position eligibility, Chase Utley is in a class by himself. UPDATE! breaks down the best of the rest.




Philadelphia Phillies
Comment: His rare blend of power and speed make him the obvious pick of the litter. In the prime of his career, expect a duplication of his 2006 numbers: .309 average, 32 home runs, 102 RBI, 131 runs and 15 steals. Wow!

Baltimore Orioles
Comment: Now almost two years removed from Tommy John surgery, he should find some of that power that intrigued keeper owners in 2005. Regardless, he still has his legs and is good for 30-plus stolen bases.

New York Yankees
Comment: It doesn't matter where he hits in that lineup, he will put up fantasy-worthy numbers. If he can find more patience at the plate, he could be moved into the two hole.

Milwaukee Brewers
Comment: Could this be the year that he stays healthy and lives up to his potential? A 30-30 season is premature, but there is a good chance he'll take strides in the right direction.

Boston Red Sox
Comment: Lugo knows American League pitching and now calls Fenway home. Leading off in front of those big bats, he is likely to top 100 runs, but with the Green Monster only 312 feet down the line, he can make a legitimate bid at a 20-20 season.

Los Angeles Angles
Comment: His .361 career minor league average suggests that he will likely be a future batting champ. It doesn't end there. The kid has some pop and speed. Target him in keeper leagues.

Florida Marlins
Comment: Uggla is everyone's favorite sophomore slump candidate. I understand he made the jump from Double-A to the Majors, but his rookie season mirrored his last year in the minors. His average may dip, but expect 25 home runs.

Cincinnati Reds
Comment: With one season under his belt at the Great American Launching Pad, Phillips should repeat his 20-20 bid. A .300 average would be a nice bonus, but he is too much of a free swinger.

Cleveland Indians
Comment: Switching leagues usually means a season of adjusting to pitching. Seeing that he was rookie last year and put up respectable numbers, I'm going to guess he will figure it out sooner than later.

Chicago White Sox
Comment: What you see is what you get. Iguchi is a safe bet for 15-15 season, but there is no upside.

Texas Rangers
Comment: Now if you want some upside, Kinsler is your man. He owns a career minor league average of .304 and slugged at a clip of .501. It's a matter of time before he is a perennial 20-plus home run second basemen.

Los Angeles Dodgers
Comment: The glory days are over for Kent. He was once the cream-of-the-crop power-hitting second basemen. But with age comes wear and tear. He is still capable of hitting 20-plus home runs, but less likely to be in the lineup.

San Francisco Giants
Comment: Where did that power come from? He did gain some weight, but a jump from 12 to 27 homers is remarkable. He has always been a patient hitter, so expect a high average. I wouldn't count on as many splashdowns in McCovey Cove.

Pittsburgh Pirates
Comment: The reigning National League batting champ doesn't do much else. If you are looking for a bat to balance out another player's deficiency in average, Sanchez is your guy.

San Diego Padres
Comment: Coming off his worst statistical season after being asked to lead off, Giles moved home to San Diego. He reunites with brother Brian Giles and will likely bat second, where he is more comfortable. Rebound candidate.

Tampa Bay Devil Rays
Comment: Cantu broke his foot — and the hearts of his fantasy owners — in 2006. The dramatic drop in his stats means you can find Cantu late into drafts. Don't forget he is one year removed from hitting 28 home runs with 117 RBI.

Houston Astros
Comment: With Wily Taveras finally out of the way, we can now see Burke's star shine. Craig Biggio is likely to start at second base, but Burke qualifies there for his contributions last season. His last full season in the minors produced 16 homers, 37 stolen bases and a .315 average.

Minnesota Twins
Comment: He does have a bad knee that could force him to miss games occasionally, but when in the lineup, he contributes with a .300 average, 20 steals, and 80-90 runs. Not too shabby considering where he is likely will be drafted.

Arizona Diamondbacks
Comment: The O-Dog has improved his average each of the last three seasons. He is slotted in atop of the order and has brought a little bit of pop with him to Arizona. If he can match his 15 homers from a year ago, then he's a late round sleeper.

Seattle Mariners
Comment: Lopez did a little bit of everything as a rookie last season, highlighted by a .282 average. He swings a big stick and will eventually bloom into a power-hitting second basemen. Pick him if you see it happening sooner.




Boston Red Sox
Comment: Don't believe the hype. Pedroia is a very talented hitter, but hitting ninth for the Red Sox will mean a lot of bunting the runner. He has very little power and less speed.

St. Louis Cardinals
Comment: Kennedy is to injuries what Sinead O'Connor is to bald woman. Sorry Britney. He hasn't played a full season since 2000. Maybe changing leagues will reinvigorate him, but I'm not buying it.

Minnesota Twins
Comment: He'll swipe some bags, but he hits at the bottom of the order for a reason. He did hit .291 last season, but has no business on any fantasy team.

Colorado Rockies
Comment: Matsui was traded from the New York Mets to the Rockies last season after hitting just .200 to start the season. The Rockies hope the thin air will clear his mind.

Seattle Mariners
Comment: The Mariners have Jose Lopez at second and Vidro will DH. Really? Maybe he is there to teach the youngster and give him the occasional day off, but I don't see his bat adding value either way.