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Podcast: Locked On Fantasy Baseball - Daily MLB Fantasy Podcast
Episode: Nick Kurtz and James Wood ELEVATE Fantasy Excitement—2026 First-Round Picks?
Description: James Wood’s explosive sophomore campaign has fantasy baseball managers eyeing him as a potential first-rounder. Can the Washington Nationals’ power-hitting outfielder hit 40 home runs and join elite company like Aaron Judge? Matthew Ahne spotlights Wood’s breakout, evaluates his batting discipline, and weighs his draft value against established stars for 2026. Hot names like Nick Kurtz—fresh off a 36-homer Rookie of the Year season—and emerging Red Sox slugger Roman Anthony also get the spotlight, with detailed breakdowns on expected regression, lineup context, and draft strategies.Pitchers aren’t overlooked as Milwaukee Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski and Chicago Cubs’...