Xander Bogaerts

At 33 years old, Bogaerts enters 2026 coming off a significantly diminished season at the plate, evidenced by his .234 average and reduced run production compared to 2025's .263 mark. The five-time All-Star and 2019 All-MLB First Team selection has seen his power output decline to just 8 home runs through limited opportunities, though he remains capable of contributing across multiple categories with 34 runs and 10 stolen bases despite the overall downturn. Fantasy managers should view him as a depth play or streaming option rather than a cornerstone shortstop, as the sharp drop in batting average and counting stats suggests age-related decline or potential injury concerns that warrant caution. If Bogaerts can recapture even a portion of his 2025 form—particularly the .263 average and 20 stolen base pace—he could provide solid value in deeper leagues, but the 2026 early returns suggest he's better left on the waiver wire in most standard formats.