Fantasy Baseball 10-Team Points Mock Draft with Fifth Pick: Gunnar Henderson, Zack Wheeler, Gerrit Cole, William Contreras, Marcus Semien and More

It's time for another fantasy baseball mock draft!

This time, I'll be using the FantasySP Mock Draft Simulator. I went with a 10-team points league setup, and was randomly given the No. 5 pick.

Here is the roster setup: one starter at catcher, first base, second base, shortstop, third base, three outfielders, one utility spot, five starting pitchers, two relief pitchers, two pitchers (starters or relievers) and two bench slots.

Here we go!

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Round 1 - Gunnar Henderson

I don't believe I've taken Henderson in any of my previous mock drafts this year, so I went with him in the first round.

He put up career-best numbers in 2024, and I think still has plenty of room to grow. Even if he can match his numbers from last season, Henderson makes for a great first-round pick.

Round 2 - Zack Wheeler

I try to keep my fantasy teams as balanced as possible, especially at the outset of drafts, so getting a pitcher in round two was going to be a focus of mine. I like Wheeler in the back half of round 2, and that's where I got him here.

Wheeler has made 30 or more starts in three of the past four seasons. He has double-digit wins, earned run averages under 3.00 and 200 or more strikeouts in three of those years and is right around, or over, 200 innings most seasons. That's a great leader for your fantasy rotation.

Round 3 - Gerrit Cole

I decided to add another starting pitcher in round 3 with Cole. Having him and Wheeler lead my rotation is something I'm stoked about.

Cole is another good fantasy starter to build around. His ERA is usually above 3.00, but double-digit wins, around 200 innings and over 200 strikeouts are numbers he should reach if he's healthy all season.

Round 4 - William Contreras

After taking two pitchers in the first three rounds, my mind was thinking about grabbing a couple late-round catchers. Instead, Contreras was at the top of the pick list for round 4, and I quickly hit the “draft” button on him.

Instead of giving you numbers, why not just say he was easily the No. 1 fantasy catcher in the game? Contreras plays just about every day and is really one of the better hitters in the game, not just at the catcher position. I love getting him in fantasy this season.

Round 5 - Marcus Semien

I took another infielder in round 5 with Semien. I really wanted to take my first outfielder, but everyone available felt like a reach.

Semien was the No. 2 fantasy second basemen last season, and while I see some regression coming, he should remain a top-end option and play past this draft slot.

Round 6 - Josh Hader

Still no outfielders, but I did land a top-end fantasy closer in Hader. I felt the value was too good to pass on.

In a “down season” last year, Hader was the No. 5 fantasy reliever. He could challenge for the top spot if he returns to his career marks.

Round 7 - Christian Walker

I'm apparently on a Houston Astros' roll, getting my third straight. Walker will man my first base slot.

He's got top-10 fantasy potential at first base if he can put in a full season. I like him batting in the heart of the Astros' lineup.

Round 8 - Jazz Chisholm Jr.

I finally got an outfielder in round 8, but Chisholm is really a third baseman, and could end up playing there more than in the outfield depending on who I get in the final several rounds.

He was a good fantasy asset a season ago and should put up even better numbers in a full season with the Yankees. His position versatility makes him a great pick here.

Round 9 - Teoscar Hernandez

Hernandez is my first true outfield pick in round 9 - that's not something I would recommend, but looking at my team now, I'm pretty happy with things.

He was a top-12 fantasy outfielder last season. I expect some regression, but I still think I'm getting great value here.

Round 10 - Salvador Perez

This draft has completely gone off the rails for me. I just filled my utility spot in round 10. Granted, Perez is a good option for that spot as he can also play catcher and first base. I can completely avoid those two positions the rest of the way if I want.

Perez still plays just about every day, and slugs in the heart of the Royals' lineup. This could be the turning point of my draft.

Round 11 - Andres Munoz

I landed a second closer in round 11 with Munoz. He's one of my favorite fantasy sleepers among relief pitchers.

I think this will be his breakout season, and if he can stay healthy all season, Munoz has top-five potential among fantasy relievers.

Round 12 - James Wood

I added another outfielder here in Wood. I love his upside going into 2025 and think this could end up being a big steal.

He played in 79 games as a rookie, and so by basically doubling his numbers, you get an idea what Wood might do in a 162-game season. Finishing with 18 home runs, 82 RBIs, 28 stolen bases, 86 runs scored to go along with a .264 average and .354 on-base percentage sounds great to me.

Round 13 - Christian Yelich

I was really hoping to get another starting pitcher here, but landed on Yelich instead. I'll spend the rest of the draft working on my rotation now.

Yeich has looked more like his MVP self over the past two seasons, but durability is an issue. I'm banking on his upside, and think I get a good amount of value by taking him in the 13th round.

Round 14 - Cristopher Sanchez

I like the value Sanchez presents in round 14. I don't love him as my third starting pitcher option, but that's how things played out in this draft for me.

He's not a big strikeout guy, but if he can replicate his 2024 numbers (11 wins, 3.32 ERA, 181 2/3 innings), I'd be happy with this pick.

Round 15 - Shane McClanahan

I swear I end up with McClanahan in every draft. It should be pretty apparent by now that I really like this guy.

Durability has been an issue for him, but nothing too crazy. In 74 starts across three seasons, McClanahan has a 3.02 ERA, 33 wins, 404 2/3 innings and 456 punchouts. A full healthy season from him should lead to him being a draft steal.

Round 16 - Taj Bradley

Let's make it back-to-back Rays with the Bradley selection in round 16.

Bradley got in 25 starts last season, winning eight games and sporting a 4.11 ERA. His fantasy appeal came in his 154 strikeouts over 138 innings. I'm hoping he can keep improving as he enters his third MLB season, but I like his potential.

Round 17 - Bryan Woo

I still have no idea why Woo has such a low ADP, but I'll take advantage of that and grab him with one of my last picks. I think he'll be a keeper all year long, which isn't something you usually find in round 17.

Woo made 22 starts last season, posting a 2.89 ERA, nine wins and 101 strikeouts overs 121 1/3 innings. If he can get through the season healthy, this could be another big steal.

Round 18 - Brandon Woodruff

After getting my rotation to a spot that I like, I decided to take some gambles on players late. Woodruff is a low risk, high upside pick here in round 18.

Woodruff hasn't pitched since 2023, and might not be ready for the start of 2025. With a career 3.10 ERA and with 162-game averages of 13 wins, 219 strikeouts and 189 innings, I am fine taking a late gamble on him.

Round 19 - Kerry Carpenter

I landed an additional outfielder here in round 19 with Carpenter. He's got really good upside this season, but durability issues make him available late into drafts. I'm fine taking the gamble, especially with my lack of outfielders overall.

He could be trade bait if he starts hot, and fill in when my regular starters have an off day. I'm after the big-time potential here again.

Round 20 - Brady Singer

I took another low risk, high upside pitcher here in round 20 with Singer.

Singer is coming off a good showing in 2024, and I'm hoping he keeps it going with the Reds in 2025.

Final Thoughts

As weird as the first few rounds were, I'm very happy with the end result here.

I think hitting is my strength, but don't think my pitching is going to drag me down much, if at all.

Most drafts will include several more picks/players, but I just wanted to give everyone a clue as to how the mock draft simulator here has things looking as we get into February.