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Royals' Witt Jr. leads fantasy baseball draft from No. 4 pick
Balanced lineup with power hitters and upside pitchers drafted in 12-team points league
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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In a 12-team fantasy baseball points league mock draft, the No. 4 overall pick was used to select Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. The drafter then focused on building a balanced lineup with power hitters like Manny Machado, Mike Trout, and Luis Robert Jr., while waiting until later rounds to address starting pitching with upside arms like Luis Castillo and Tyler Glasnow.
Why it matters
Drafting from the middle of the first round requires a strategic approach to build a well-rounded roster. The No. 4 pick provides access to elite talent, but also requires navigating the depth at certain positions. This mock draft showcases how to construct a competitive team by targeting high-upside bats and waiting on starting pitching.
The details
With the No. 4 overall pick, the drafter selected Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. over other options like Juan Soto. Witt is a 25-year-old emerging star who has been an AL MVP candidate in back-to-back seasons. The drafter then focused on building a powerful lineup, adding Manny Machado, Mike Trout, Luis Robert Jr., and others. Starting pitching was addressed later, with the drafter waiting until the 8th round to take his first starter in Luis Castillo. Other upside arms like Tyler Glasnow and Luis Gil were also selected to round out the rotation.
- The 2026 MLB season is almost here, with fantasy baseball drafts taking place in the coming weeks.
The players
Bobby Witt Jr.
A 25-year-old shortstop for the Kansas City Royals who has been an AL MVP candidate in back-to-back seasons.
Manny Machado
A veteran third baseman for the San Diego Padres known for his power and consistency.
Mike Trout
A future Hall of Fame outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels who is looking to bounce back after a down year.
Luis Castillo
A starting pitcher for the Seattle Mariners who has started at least 30 games in three straight seasons with a career 3.55 ERA.
Tyler Glasnow
A starting pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers who is looking to redeem himself after an injury-plagued 2025 season.
What’s next
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The takeaway
Drafting from the middle of the first round requires a strategic approach to build a well-rounded roster. This mock draft showcases how to construct a competitive team by targeting high-upside bats and waiting on starting pitching, which can provide value later in the draft.
