5 Overvalued Fantasy Baseball Draft Picks to Avoid on CBS

Experts warn against reaching for these players in 2026 fantasy baseball drafts on CBS Sports

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Fantasy baseball experts have identified five players being overvalued in CBS Sports fantasy leagues compared to expert consensus rankings (ECR). The list includes Brice Turang, Kyle Stowers, Trevor Story, Ryan Helsley, and Brandon Lowe, who are all being drafted higher on CBS than recommended.

Why it matters

Knowing which players are being overvalued on specific fantasy platforms can give managers an edge in their drafts, allowing them to target undervalued players and avoid overpaying for overrated ones.

The details

Brice Turang enjoyed a breakout 2025 season but his ADP has risen too high on CBS compared to his expected production. Kyle Stowers had a strong rookie year but his high strikeout rate is a concern. Trevor Story is being drafted too early given his injury history. Ryan Helsley struggled after a midseason trade and his skills have been declining. Brandon Lowe was traded to Pittsburgh, which has a less favorable home ballpark for left-handed power hitters.

  • Brice Turang's ADP has jumped from 117 in 2025 to 45 this year across all formats.
  • Ryan Helsley signed to be Baltimore's closer this offseason after struggling with the Mets in 2025.

The players

Brice Turang

A second baseman who enjoyed a breakout 2025 season, putting up 97 runs, 18 homers, 81 RBI, 24 steals and a .288 batting average.

Kyle Stowers

An outfielder who hit 25 homers with a .288 batting average as a rookie for the Marlins in 2025, but has a high strikeout rate.

Trevor Story

A shortstop for the Red Sox who finally stayed healthy in 2025 but has a history of injuries and high strikeout rates.

Ryan Helsley

A relief pitcher who struggled after being traded to the Mets in 2025 and is now the closer for the Orioles.

Brandon Lowe

A second baseman who was traded from the Rays to the Pirates this offseason, moving to a less favorable home ballpark for left-handed power hitters.

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The takeaway

Closely examining player ADPs on specific fantasy platforms and understanding the nuances of each league can give managers an edge in their drafts. Avoiding overvalued players and targeting undervalued ones is key to building a winning fantasy roster.