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Best Fantasy MLB Shortstops 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 Shortstops Right Now

#1 🔥
LAA
14.4
avg fantasy pts (recent)
#2
WSH
14.1
avg fantasy pts (recent)
#3
NYM
13.3
avg fantasy pts (recent)

Full Shortstops Rankings

# Player Avg Pts Tier Analysis
1 Zach Neto
LAA
14.4 FLEX Analysis →
2 CJ Abrams
WSH
14.1 FLEX Analysis →
3 Francisco Lindor
NYM
13.3 FLEX Analysis →
4 Colson Montgomery
CWS
13.1 FLEX Analysis →
5 Otto Lopez
MIA
12.6 FLEX Analysis →
6 Elly De La Cruz
CIN
12 FLEX Analysis →
7 Ezequiel Duran
TEX
12 FLEX Analysis →
8 Ezequiel Tovar
COL
11.3 SIT Analysis →
9 Jeremy Peña
HOU
11 SIT Analysis →
10 Gunnar Henderson
BAL
10.4 SIT Analysis →
11 J.P. Crawford
Seattle Mariners
10.2 SIT Analysis →
12 Geraldo Perdomo
ARI
9.7 SIT Analysis →
13 Ryan Kreidler
MIN
9.6 SIT Analysis →
14 José Caballero
NYY
9.6 SIT Analysis →
15 Kevin McGonigle
DET
9.4 SIT Analysis →
16 Cooper Pratt
MIL
9.2 SIT Analysis →
17 Andrés Giménez
TOR
9 SIT Analysis →
18 Konnor Griffin
PIT
8.5 SIT Analysis →
19 Nick Allen
HOU
8 SIT Analysis →
20 Masyn Winn
STL
7.9 SIT Analysis →
21 Xander Bogaerts
SD
7.8 SIT Analysis →
22 Trea Turner
PHI
7.7 SIT Analysis →
23 Colt Emerson⚠ Injury
SEA
7.2 ? Analysis →
24 Jorge Mateo
Atlanta Braves
7.2 SIT Analysis →
25 Brayan Rocchio
CLE
7.1 SIT Analysis →
26 Dansby Swanson
CHC
7.1 SIT Analysis →
27 Jared Triolo
PIT
7 SIT Analysis →
28 Anthony Volpe
NYY
6.8 SIT Analysis →
29 Mookie Betts
LAD
6.6 SIT Analysis →
30 Alika Williams
OAK
6.6 SIT Analysis →
31 Andruw Monasterio
BOS
6.5 SIT Analysis →
32 Tristan Gray
Minnesota Twins
6.2 SIT Analysis →
33 Willy Adames
SF
6.1 SIT Analysis →
34 Darell Hernaiz
OAK
6 SIT Analysis →
35 Trevor Story
BOS
5.9 SIT Analysis →
36 Corey Seager⚠ Injury
TEX
5.9 ? Analysis →
37 Javier Báez
DET
5.9 SIT Analysis →
38 Amed Rosario
New York Yankees
5.8 SIT Analysis →
39 Edmundo Sosa
Philadelphia Phillies
5.8 SIT Analysis →
40 Isiah Kiner-Falefa
Boston Red Sox
5.7 SIT Analysis →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who should I start at shortstops in fantasy this week?
Top shortstops to start: Zach Neto (14.4 avg pts), CJ Abrams (14.1 avg pts), Francisco Lindor (13.3 avg pts). Rankings update daily based on recent performance and injury reports.
What are the best MLB shortstops to pick up on waivers?
Check the full rankings table above for shortstops 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 shortstop 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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