Liam Hicks

After a solid sophomore campaign, Hicks continues to develop as Miami's primary catching option with steady production across the board. His 2026 season shows meaningful improvement, particularly in batting average (.278) and power (13 HR), suggesting he's found more comfort at the plate following his rookie adjustment year. The modest run and RBI totals reflect the Marlins' overall offensive limitations rather than any lack of effort, but Hicks offers enough consistency in average and mid-range power to provide reliable value at a typically thin position. Stolen bases remain a non-factor, so fantasy managers should view him as a source of batting average stability and modest power rather than expecting multi-category contributions beyond the triple-slash line and counting stats.