Vladimir Guerrero Jr. faces uncertainty as first baseman rankings for 2027 begin

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 3:14 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. faces uncertainty as first baseman rankings for 2027 begin

Summary

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is among a deep group of first basemen as analysts begin ranking for the 2027 season. Despite a solid season with 23 home runs and 84 RBI, concerns linger about Guerrero's consistency and a disappointing Isolated Slugging percentage. With 2026 showing heightened performance across many first basemen, the challenge for fantasy drafts in 2027 will center around evaluating breakout players versus established stars. Analysts note the importance of understanding the risks involved in drafting Guerrero and other challengers in a more competitive first base.

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Key Details

•Guerrero has 23 home runs and 84 RBI in 2026.
•2026 has seen nine players achieving 30 home runs at first base.
•Many first basemen show improved OPS numbers compared to previous years.
•Guerrero is viewed as a risky early-round draft pick for 2027.
•Analysts list him as a likely top-12 first baseman despite concerns.

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3:14 PMCBS Sports — Toughest first basemen to rank for 2027: Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s upside comes with plenty of big risk

What they're saying

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. headlines a deep group of first basemen whose upside and uncertainty will complicate 2027 Fantasy drafts
— CBS Sportsby Chris Towers

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