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Matt Olson 2024 Player Outlook: Elite Fantasy Option After Career Season
12 months agoAtlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson had a career season in 2023, slashing .283/.389/.604 with 54 home runs, 139 RBI, and 127 runs scored. As expected, he hit the ball as hard as anyone, with an average exit velocity and hard-hit rate both in the top one percent of baseball. His HR and batting average both benefited to a surprising degree, as he significantly exceeded his previous career-high of 39 HR and hit much better than his career .256 BA. While fantasy managers likely should not expect a repeat of that level of excellence, they should expect Olson to produce top HR, R, and RBI numbers given the strong lineup around him. Olson is currently being drafted at about pick 18 overall, making him the third first baseman off the board. He won't offer any speed and could at worst only offer a decent BA, but his counting stats should be so strong that he is worth an early pick among all hitters.
