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Best Fantasy MLB Catchers to Start in 2026

Live rankings based on recent fantasy performance and injury status. Updated daily. Click any player for a full start/sit analysis.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Top 3 Catchers Right Now

#1 🔥
COL
25.5
avg fantasy pts (recent)
#2
SD
16.7
avg fantasy pts (recent)
#3
ATL
15.2
avg fantasy pts (recent)

Full Catchers Rankings

# Player Avg Pts Tier Analysis
1 Hunter Goodman
COL
25.5 START Analysis →
2 Rodolfo Durán
SD
16.7 FLEX Analysis →
3 Drake Baldwin
ATL
15.2 FLEX Analysis →
4 Tyler Stephenson
Cincinnati Reds
14.2 FLEX Analysis →
5 Brett Sullivan
COL
12.9 FLEX Analysis →
6 Shea Langeliers
OAK
12.1 FLEX Analysis →
7 William Contreras
MIL
11.5 SIT Analysis →
8 Samuel Basallo
BAL
11.2 SIT Analysis →
9 Jose Trevino
CIN
10.8 SIT Analysis →
10 J.T. Realmuto
PHI
10.7 SIT Analysis →
11 Dillon Dingler
DET
10.6 SIT Analysis →
12 Yainer Diaz
HOU
10.5 SIT Analysis →
13 Keibert Ruiz
WSH
10.5 SIT Analysis →
14 Gary Sánchez
Milwaukee Brewers
10.4 SIT Analysis →
15 Gabriel Moreno
ARI
10 SIT Analysis →
16 Elias Díaz
Texas Rangers
9.9 SIT Analysis →
17 Carson Kelly
Chicago Cubs
9.5 SIT Analysis →
18 Joe Mack
MIA
9.5 SIT Analysis →
19 James McCann
Arizona Diamondbacks
9.4 SIT Analysis →
20 Victor Caratini
MIN
9.4 SIT Analysis →
21 Luis Campusano
SD
9.1 SIT Analysis →
22 Freddy Fermin
SD
9.1 SIT Analysis →
23 Kyle Higashioka
Texas Rangers
9 SIT Analysis →
24 Miguel Amaya
CHC
9 SIT Analysis →
25 Carter Jensen
KC
8.7 SIT Analysis →
26 Dalton Rushing⚠ Injury
LAD
8.6 ? Analysis →
27 Drew Romo
CWS
8.6 SIT Analysis →
28 Ryan Jeffers
Minnesota Twins
8.5 SIT Analysis →
29 Cal Raleigh⚠ Injury
SEA
8.4 ? Analysis →
30 Christian Vázquez
Houston Astros
7.9 SIT Analysis →
31 Francisco Alvarez
NYM
7.9 SIT Analysis →
32 Connor Wong
BOS
7.8 SIT Analysis →
33 Edgar Quero
CWS
7.7 SIT Analysis →
34 Will Smith
LAD
7.6 SIT Analysis →
35 Jonah Heim
Athletics
7.5 SIT Analysis →
36 Henry Davis
PIT
7.3 SIT Analysis →
37 Pedro Pagés
STL
7.3 SIT Analysis →
38 Jesus Rodriguez⚠ Injury
SF
7.2 ? Analysis →
39 Liam Hicks
TB
7.1 SIT Analysis →
40 Mitch Garver
Seattle Mariners
7 SIT Analysis →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who should I start at catchers in fantasy this week?
Top catchers to start: Hunter Goodman (25.5 avg pts), Rodolfo Durán (16.7 avg pts), Drake Baldwin (15.2 avg pts). Rankings update daily based on recent performance and injury reports.
What are the best MLB catchers to pick up on waivers?
Check the full rankings table above for catchers with high recent averages who may be available in your league. PlayCaller generates roster-specific waiver recommendations when you connect your Sleeper, ESPN, or Yahoo league.
How do I know which catcher to start tonight?
Use the start/sit tier labels above — START means a strong play, FLEX means a borderline play, SIT means avoid if possible. For a personalized recommendation based on your specific roster and league settings, connect your league to PlayCaller's AI agent.

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