Jake Burger

At 30 years old, this veteran first baseman enters 2026 as a complementary power source for the Rangers rather than a cornerstone fantasy asset. His .257 average and modest stolen base total (2 SB) limit upside in counting stats beyond home runs and RBI, though the 14 homers suggest he retains enough juice to contribute in those categories. The modest run production (38 R in 300 AB) and recent decline from 16 homers to 14 indicate his fantasy value hinges on whether he can maintain a starting role and secure consistent at-bats against righthanded pitching. Target him as a bench option in deeper leagues where his occasional pop might provide middle-infield flexibility, but manage expectations around batting average and speed—his calling card remains power production in an increasingly crowded Rangers lineup.