The hot corner was a hot dynasty topic in 2025. The most valuable position player is the shortstop, followed by catcher, but the third baseman is a closer third than expected.
We all know the tendencies of a valuable fielding third baseman, but when it comes to fantasy, the options are unique. Eugenio Suárez and Rafael Devers are very different players from Maikel Garcia and Ernie Clement, but all four were similarly valuable fantasy third basemen in 2025.
To move on to 2026, managers need to digest what happened in 2025. Here are some key takeaways from this past season and how they may impact the winter’s approach.
José Ramírez isn’t the A-Tier; he is the S-Tier. There was little debate here, but if you didn’t believe Cleveland’s José Ramírez was in a class of his own before, now it is even more apparent.
Author's summary: Reviewing 2025's top third basemen.