Top 10 Second Basemen 2026: Projected Points and IPO Prices

Quick takeaway: Nico Hoerner, Ketel Marte, and Ozzie Albies lead the top 10 second basemen by projected points for 2026. On AthX, projected points (PP) are each player’s IPO price (the price at which their shares first become available). Use this list to size up the position and plan your AthX portfolio. Browse second basemen on AthX

How This Ranking Works

The table below ranks the top 10 second basemen by projected fantasy points for the 2026 season. On AthX, that projected-points number is the player’s IPO price when they go to market. After IPO, prices move with dynamic pricing: performance, playing time, and market activity all move the needle.

Top 10 Second Basemen for 2026 (Projected Points = IPO Price)

Player spotlights

1. Nico Hoerner (402 PP)

Hoerner’s the clear No. 1 second baseman in most 2026 rankings: elite contact, plus speed (30+ steals), and a Gold Glove at second. He doesn’t strike out; he puts the ball in play, piles up doubles, and sets the table for the Cubs. That 402 PP IPO puts him at the top of the 2B board on AthX. For shareholders he’s your highest-floor option at the position: you’re buying average, runs, steals, and defense. The only question is whether you want to pay up for the top of the tier. He’s the guy you trust when you want a steady 2B anchor.

2. Ketel Marte (393 PP)

Marte’s coming off a career year in 2024 (36 homers, .292, .932 OPS) and he’s the D-backs’ lineup anchor at second. He’s in his prime, switch-hits, and has shown he can sustain power and average. His 393 PP IPO reflects that he’s right there with the top 2B; for AthX he’s a strong mix of floor and ceiling. If he keeps doing what he’s been doing, he’s a dividend and price-appreciation play. No flashy nickname needed. He just produces.

3. Ozzie Albies (361 PP)

Ozzie’s the Braves’ everyday second baseman: switch-hitter, run producer, and a fixture in one of the best lineups in baseball. He’s got power, contact, and a track record; his 361 PP IPO puts him in the “established star” tier. For AthX he’s a reliable 2B with upside when the Braves are rolling. You know what you’re getting: steady at-bats, runs, RBI, and the occasional pop. He’s the kind of pick that doesn’t blow up your portfolio but doesn’t leave you short either.

4. Brice Turang (356 PP)

Turang’s turned into the Brewers’ everyday second baseman with plus speed, strong defense, and an improving bat. He’s a steals-and-runs play with a solid floor, the kind of 2B that helps in categories without costing a fortune at IPO. At 356 PP you’re buying the breakout and hoping he keeps the gains from 2025. For AthX he’s an attractive mid-tier 2B: less name recognition than Hoerner or Marte, but real production and room to outperform if he takes another step.

5. Brendan Donovan (339 PP)

Donovan’s the Cardinals’ Swiss Army knife: he plays everywhere and gets on base. He’s not a huge power guy; he’s contact, OBP, and versatility, which keeps his floor high and his volatility a bit lower. At 339 PP he’s a solid mid-tier 2B for AthX: steady dividends and a share price that tracks his reliable production. If you like consistency without paying top-tier prices, he’s your guy. The kind of pick that rounds out a portfolio without the boom-bust of a pure ceiling play.

6. Jazz Chisholm Jr. (314 PP)

Jazz brings a power-speed combo that can win weeks when he’s hot: homers and steals from a premium position. He’s also had his share of injuries and inconsistency, so his 314 PP IPO reflects that volatility. For AthX he’s a ceiling play: if he stays healthy and puts it together, he could outperform the number and deliver strong returns. If you’re okay with the risk, he’s the kind of 2B that can pop. Just know you’re buying the upside, not the floor.

7. Bryson Stott (312 PP)

Stott’s the Phillies’ everyday second baseman: steady contact, good defense, and a reliable spot in a strong lineup. He’s not going to carry your portfolio with homers or steals, but he’s the kind of 2B that gives you a solid floor. At 312 PP he’s an affordable mid-tier option for AthX: you’re buying consistency and at-bats. For portfolio builders who want to lock in a 2B and spend elsewhere, Stott’s the guy. No drama, just production.

8. Gleyber Torres (311 PP)

Gleyber accepted the qualifying offer and stayed with the Tigers. He’s their everyday second baseman and a proven bat in the heart of the order. He’s got power and contact; his IPO reflects that he’s an established regular with upside. For AthX he’s a liquid asset: name recognition and production. At 311 PP you’re getting a guy who could beat the number if he has a strong year. The kind of 2B that doesn’t excite the crowd but gets the job done.

9. Jeff McNeil (303 PP)

McNeil’s got a batting-title profile when he’s right: great contact, good on-base, and he can play all over the field. He’s had some down years and injury bumps, so his 303 PP IPO is in the “bounce-back” tier. For AthX he’s a value play: if he gets back to his best, he could outperform the number. You’re buying the ceiling at a discount. If you’re okay with the risk that he doesn’t bounce back, he’s worth a look in the back half of the top 10.

10. Otto Lopez (296 PP)

Lopez is the youngest name in the top 10 and a breakout candidate: plus contact, plus speed, and a path to everyday at-bats with the Giants. His 296 PP IPO is the most affordable of the group, with real room for price appreciation if he builds on his 2025 gains. For AthX he’s the classic “growth” 2B: higher variance than the veterans above him, but the kind of upside that could pay off nicely. If you’re okay with a little more risk at the bottom of the list, he’s the guy to watch.

What It Means for AthX

On AthX, each player’s projected points are their IPO price. When a second baseman goes to market, that’s the starting share price; from there, dynamic pricing adjusts for performance, playing time, and trading activity. Higher PP means a higher IPO: Hoerner at 402 and Marte at 393 cost more to get in at launch, while Lopez at 296 offers a lower entry point with upside. Use this list to compare 2B options, plan diversification, and target dividends from players you expect to meet or beat their projection. Browse the marketplace to see second basemen and all MLB player values on AthX. *Projected points and IPO pricing per AthX. Fact-checked February 28, 2026.*