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Ranking the Top 10 Fantasy Baseball MLB Second Basemen for 2026

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1. Ketel Marte – Arizona Diamondbacks
Ketel Marte's Age in 2026: 32

Second base is a positional headache, but Ketel Marte is the aspirin. He has been the gold standard at the position for three straight seasons. He offers a rare blend of low strikeouts, high walk rates, and elite power, all while hitting in the heart of a potent Arizona lineup.
- 2025 Stats: 136 G, 556 PA, .283/.376/.517, 28 HR, 72 RBI, 87 R, 4 SB.
- Fantasy Verdict: You know exactly what the production looks like; the only caveat is maintaining his health for 140+ games.
Top 10 Fantasy Second Basemen for 2026: Youth vs. Veteran Consistency
Historically, second base has been a bit of an offensive desert in fantasy baseball. However, that narrative is shifting. We are seeing a massive influx of younger talent with immense upside cracking our list just as several mainstays begin to age out of the elite tier.

The next wave is officially here—four of our top 10 players have two or fewer years of MLB service time. Yet, despite the youth movement, the throne still belongs to Ketel Marte, who shows no signs of relinquishing his spot. In a position with such thin depth, your draft strategy is key: do you reach early for a superstar, or find two "roll of the dice" options and hope for a breakout?

These rankings are pulled from Just Baseball's Top 200 Overall Fantasy Players.

Thanks to Just Baseball for the stats, analysis, and insights for this slideshow article.
10. Jorge Polanco – New York Mets
Jorge Polanco's Age in 2026: 33

Jorge Polanco heads to Queens, likely picking up 1B eligibility, making him a vital utility piece. He set a career-best in wRC+ (132) and K-rate (15.6%) last year. If you believe the plate discipline changes are permanent, he’s a steal at the end of the top 10.
- 2025 Stats: 138 G, 524 PA, .265/.326/.495, 26 HR, 78 RBI, 64 R.
9. Brandon Lowe – Pittsburgh Pirates
Brandon Lowe's Age in 2026: 31

Brandon Lowe moves to Pittsburgh for 2026. While the park move might ding his HR totals slightly, he remains a consistent power threat in the middle of the Bucs' order. Keep an eye on him regaining outfield eligibility this season.
- 2025 Stats: 134 G, 533 PA, .256/.307/.477, 31 HR, 83 RBI, 79 R, 3 SB.
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8. Luke Keaschall – Minnesota Twins
Luke Keaschall's Age in 2026: 22

Despite only a 49-game sample in 2025, Luke Keaschall forced his way onto this list. His bat-to-ball skills are his calling card. He offers a high floor for average and steals as he becomes a cornerstone in the Twin Cities.
- 2025 Stats: 49 G, 207 PA, .302/.382/.445, 4 HR, 28 RBI, 14 SB.
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7. Jackson Holliday – Baltimore Orioles
Jackson Holliday's Age in 2026: 22

The former #1 overall pick hasn't set the world on fire yet, but the 5-category potential is screaming. At 22 years old, physical maturation is happening in real time. Expect a potential 20/20 season from Jackson Holliday, which helps keep your team's average afloat.
- 2025 Stats: 149 G, 649 PA, 17 HR, 55 RBI, 70 R, 17 SB.
6. Jose Altuve – Houston Astros
Jose Altuve's Age in 2026: 36

Ranking a 36-year-old legend is a tightrope walk. Jose Altuve's batted ball data hit new career lows in 2025, but he still managed 26 homers (with 15 assisted by the Crawford Boxes). He is the ultimate test of "age-related decline" vs. "betting on greatness."
- 2025 Stats: 155 G, 654 PA, .265/.329/.442, 26 HR, 80 R, 10 SB.
5. Nico Hoerner – Chicago Cubs
Nico Hoerner's Age in 2026: 29

If you need batting average, runs, and stolen bases without the risk, Nico Hoerner is your man. Even with virtually no power (less than 10 HRs), his status as an established entity at a weak position keeps his ADP around the top 100.
- 2025 Stats: 156 G, 649 PA, .297 AVG, 7 HR, 61 RBI, 89 R, 29 SB.
4. Jordan Westburg – Baltimore Orioles
Jordan Westburg's Age in 2026: 27

Jordan Westburg is the ultimate "floor" play. He provides stability in a loaded Orioles lineup and offers 2B/3B flexibility. While his OBP can be a slight drag, a full 162-game season could realistically see him flirt with the 30-homer mark.
- 2025 Stats: 85 G, 352 PA, .265/.313/.457, 17 HR, 41 RBI, 59 R, 1 SB.
3. Brice Turang – Milwaukee Brewers
Brice Turang's Age in 2026: 26

Brice Turang’s value hinges on your belief in his power surge. We are buying into his jump in average exit velocity (from 87 mph to 91.1 mph), making a 15-HR floor a realistic baseline. When you pair that with elite speed and a high OBP, you get a premium fantasy asset.
- 2025 Stats: 156 G, 659 PA, .288/.359/.435, 18 HR, 81 RBI, 97 R, 24 SB.
2. Jazz Chisholm Jr. – New York Yankees
Jazz Chisholm's Age in 2026: 28

After years of "what if" injury seasons, Jazz Chisholm has put together back-to-back healthy campaigns. Playing in the hitter-friendly confines of Yankee Stadium, Chisholm finally reached the 30/30 club last year. He strikes out often, but his barrel rate and opportunistic baserunning make him a fantasy unicorn.
- 2025 Stats: 130 G, 531 PA, 31 HR, 80 RBI, 75 R, 31 SB.
1. Ketel Marte – Arizona Diamondbacks
Ketel Marte's Age in 2026: 32

Second base is a positional headache, but Ketel Marte is the aspirin. He has been the gold standard at the position for three straight seasons. He offers a rare blend of low strikeouts, high walk rates, and elite power, all while hitting in the heart of a potent Arizona lineup.
- 2025 Stats: 136 G, 556 PA, .283/.376/.517, 28 HR, 72 RBI, 87 R, 4 SB.
- Fantasy Verdict: You know exactly what the production looks like; the only caveat is maintaining his health for 140+ games.
Top 10 Fantasy Second Basemen for 2026: Youth vs. Veteran Consistency
Historically, second base has been a bit of an offensive desert in fantasy baseball. However, that narrative is shifting. We are seeing a massive influx of younger talent with immense upside cracking our list just as several mainstays begin to age out of the elite tier.

The next wave is officially here—four of our top 10 players have two or fewer years of MLB service time. Yet, despite the youth movement, the throne still belongs to Ketel Marte, who shows no signs of relinquishing his spot. In a position with such thin depth, your draft strategy is key: do you reach early for a superstar, or find two "roll of the dice" options and hope for a breakout?

These rankings are pulled from Just Baseball's Top 200 Overall Fantasy Players.

Thanks to Just Baseball for the stats, analysis, and insights for this slideshow article.

Ranking the Top 10 Fantasy Baseball MLB Second Basemen for 2026

Ketel Marte's Age in 2026: 32

Jorge Polanco's Age in 2026: 33

Brandon Lowe's Age in 2026: 31

Luke Keaschall's Age in 2026: 22

Jackson Holliday's Age in 2026: 22

Jose Altuve's Age in 2026: 36

Nico Hoerner's Age in 2026: 29

Jordan Westburg's Age in 2026: 27

Brice Turang's Age in 2026: 26

Jazz Chisholm's Age in 2026: 28

Ketel Marte's Age in 2026: 32

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