MINORS: NL Rookie Impacts

On Tuesday, I covered AL Rookie Impacts. Today, we’ll look at the NL side.

The American League has the better overall rookie class. It also has the better depth compared to the National League. But fear not NL managers, there is a solid crop of young hitters who could play large roles in league championship runs.

Arizona Diamondbacks
C/OF Daulton Varsho (#2 Diamondbacks Prospect)

Arizona is not expected to utilize many rookies during the 2020 season unless injuries and the virus takes their toll on the roster. RHP Jon Duplantier was the clear choice for most impactful rookie in the org. However, he just began a throwing program, coming back from a sore pitching elbow. Daulton Varsho is the most intriguing name for fantasy managers in...

Almost!

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