RANKINGS DEBATE: Is Yankees First Baseman Ben Rice's Breakout Incoming ?

Nick Kurtz rockets to the top of 2026 fantasy baseball first base rankings—does his breakout season justify his new status, or are savvy managers drafting him too soon? Dominick Martino and Matthew Ahne debate hot takes on rising stars like Ben Rice and Michael Busch, examining advanced metrics, ADP trends, and the impact of Yankee Stadium’s power-friendly dimensions on Rice’s projections. Discover whether Bryce Harper or Matt Olson should anchor your roster, and why Christian Walker’s aging profile sparks split opinions. The hosts dissect Josh Naylor’s unlikely stolen base spike, break down top-10 ranking battles, and flag must-watch players whose average draft position could win or sink your league. Get expert perspective on positional depth, under-the-radar risks, and winning strategies for first base in the 2026 fantasy baseball landscape. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-fantasy-baseball/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ 06:18 "Conservative Drafting Strategy Explained" 08:39 Michael Bush: Season Uncertainty 12:37 Power Over Batting Average Concerns 15:07 "Consistent Yet Inconsistent Performer" 24:05 "Streaky Power, Questionable Consistency" 27:06 "Evaluating Harper's Potential Impact" Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)  #MLB #Baseball #FantasyBaseball #MLBPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.