Nick Kurtz tops early 2027 fantasy baseball first base rankings

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Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Nick Kurtz tops early 2027 fantasy baseball first base rankings
Summary

CBS Sports has released its early rankings for first basemen in 2027, with Nick Kurtz of the Athletics leading the list. Following Kurtz are Miguel Vargas of the White Sox and Sal Stewart of the Reds, highlighting a position deep in talent despite the loss of several players' eligibility. This ranking reflects performance from the previous season, with players like Ben Rice and Pete Alonso also noted for their potential in the upcoming year. The rankings consider factors such as eligibility, reliability, and theoretical upside according to standard scoring metrics. Rankings for various league formats, including points leagues, are also available.

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  • Nick Kurtz ranked first despite a season-ending thumb injury.
  • Miguel Vargas is valued for his dual eligibility at first and third base.
  • Sal Stewart's rankings reflect his all-around contributions in fantasy categories.
  • Ben Rice retains fantasy value despite losing catcher eligibility.
  • Pete Alonso showed improved performance after a rough start to the 2026 season.
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  • 3:08 PMCBS SportsEarly 2027 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 20 at first base barely scratches surface at loaded position
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Nick Kurtz claims the top spot, but a deep first base pool featuring Miguel Vargas and Sal Stewart leaves room for debate.

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