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Fantasy Baseball Week 1: Top Picks and Stashes

3/31/2026

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Fantasy Managers Target

In Week 1 of the 2026 MLB season, fantasy managers should target Jose Soriano of the Los Angeles Angels, who posted a 66% ground-ball rate.
Jack Leiter of the Texas Rangers earned a rotation spot and stands as a recommended add for fantasy starters.
Justin Crawford of the Philadelphia Phillies and Jake Burger of the Texas Rangers offer Week 1 fantasy contributions, and Corbin Burnes and Jordan Westburg are stashes.

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Stanek Secures Save

In 2026, Ryne Stanek of the St. Louis Cardinals earned the first save opportunity by delivering a scoreless inning with three walks.
Jordan Romano of the Los Angeles Angels earned a save on Opening Day, giving him 114 career saves.
Kirby Yates remains on the injured list and may reclaim the closer role on return.

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Fantasy Managers Target

In Week 1 of the 2026 MLB season, fantasy managers should target Jose Soriano of the Los Angeles Angels, who posted a 66% ground-ball rate.
Jack Leiter of the Texas Rangers earned a rotation spot and stands as a recommended add for fantasy starters.
Justin Crawford of the Philadelphia Phillies and Jake Burger of the Texas Rangers offer Week 1 fantasy contributions, and Corbin Burnes and Jordan Westburg are stashes.

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