MLB Positional Fantasy Rankings: Outfield (Part 3)

Here are theScore's 2016 fantasy outfielder rankings (click here for Part 1 and here for Part 2; projections provided by Steamer (via Fangraphs) and theScore staff):

Positional Rankings
C | 1B | 2B | 3B | SS | OF1 | OF2 | OF3 | DH | SP1 | SP2 | SP3 | RP

51. Steven Souza, Tampa Bay Rays

Souza possesses both power and speed, so optimistic fantasy owners can look for 20-20 potential. That ceiling puts him in the conversation in rounds 22-24 of a mixed league. However, he struck out 33.8% of the time and dealt with hand injuries in the second half of the season. For a closing round pick in mixed leagues, the ceiling is high and the floor is low.

52. Wil Myers, San Diego Padres

Myers has great potential to contribute in all five categories. However, injuries have always derailed his ability to stay on the field, and the same can be expected in 2016. His power makes him an OF4 with upside in mixed leagues who can be drafted between rounds 18-24.

53. Stephen Piscotty, St. Louis Cardinals

Piscotty is unlikely to provide the power you want from an outfielder, but offers modest contributions in every category except steals. Don't expect a .305 average again, but he should still boast a solid average. Draft him between rounds 16-20 in mixed leagues as an OF4 or backup 1B.

54. Chris Colabello, Toronto Blue Jays

Colabello's value is hampered by his platoon with Justin Smoak. If he earns an everyday role, his value would take a significant jump. Going into 2016, he is worth selecting in the middle rounds of an AL-only league. His .421 BABIP and .321 average from 2015 are unsustainable, so don't get too enthralled by last season's counting numbers.

55. Delino DeShields. Texas Rangers

DeShields will be the leadoff man for Texas, putting him in a position to do damage on the bases; the Rangers finished third in runs scored last year (751). Expect him to eclipse the 30-steal mark this year. Draft-wise, DeShields is a speed-reliant OF4/5 going in rounds 22-24 in mixed leagues.

56. Matt Holliday, St. Louis Cardinals

Holliday's home run totals had been decreasing since 2013, and they fell off a cliff in 2015. However, that can be attributed to him only playing 73 games last year because of injury. If you can handle the age (37) and injury threat, Holliday is a buy-low candidate after the top 40 outfielders are selected. Expect some bounce back simply with better health.

57. Denard Span, San Francisco Giants

Span may be the poor man's Ben Revere, as he provides runs, steals, and a respectable average. Revere has an ADP of 108, while Span's sits at 274. Span only played 61 games due to injury, so his market value is far below where he should finish with a healthy 2016. Draft him outside the top 40 as an OF5 in mixed leagues and an OF3 in NL-only.

58. Domingo Santana, Milwaukee Brewers

The departure of Khris Davis will open up playing time for Santana, whose bat should excel in Miller Park. Unfortunately, his power also came with a 33.7% strikeout rate in 2015. If he secures an everyday position, Santana can likely be found in the final four rounds of a mixed league if you still desire power at the expense of average.

59. Marcell Ozuna, Miami Marlins

Ozuna is a sleeper this season after a disappointing 2015 saw him spend time in the minors. However, he did hit 23 homers in 2014, so the power is there to warrant a 22nd-to-24th-round pick in mixed leagues. Late-round power like that is rare, but it comes with volatility. He's a bench option in mixed leagues.

60. Byron Buxton, Minnesota Twins

Buxton is one of the game's top prospects, but he struggled with a 31.9% strikeout rate in 2015. Going into 2016, his potential makes him worth drafting in rounds 15-18 of mixed leagues as an OF4 as long as your top three are locked in.

61. Kevin Kiermaier, Tampa Bay Rays

Kiermaier fails to complement his proficiency on the bases with respectable power. Going into 2016, it seems unlikely he pairs the two together for a breakout year. He represents more of a "safe floor" than a "high ceiling" gamble at the back end of mixed leagues. In AL-only leagues, he's a solid if unspectacular OF3.

62. Melky Cabrera, Chicago White Sox

Cabrera is now a non-factor in terms of steals, and that significantly hurts his fantasy value. Batting in front of Todd Frazier and Jose Abreu helps his prospects, but fantasy owners can likely find better value elsewhere. He is an OF3 in AL-only leagues that should be drafted in the middle rounds.

▲63. Odubel Herrera, Philadelphia Phillies

Herrera turned into an absolute steal for the Phillies and the fantasy owners who picked him up off waivers in 2015. However, there are concerns over his high BABIP (.387), strikeout rate (24%), and low walk rate (5.2%). Consensus on Herrera seems to be mixed, so reserve him for NL-only leagues in the second half of the draft. He has had a productive spring though if it is worth anything.

64. Danny Valencia, Oakland Athletics

Valencia is coming off a career year, so some regression is expected. In 2015, Valencia showed vast improvement against righties, hitting for 13 homers and a .285 average. Prior to that, his best season in those respects came in 2011, with 11 homers and a .224 average. Ultimately, Valencia is at best a late-round flier in mixed leagues.

65. Yasmany Tomas, Arizona Diamondbacks

Tomas under-delivered last year after promises of big time power. Fantasy owners will likely be wary of Tomas and reserve him for NL-only leagues. That's a fair assessment going into 2016, as some reports suggest his starting role is not entirely set in stone. In NL-only leagues, he is an OF3 who should be drafted in the middle rounds.

66. Rusney Castillo, Boston Red Sox

Castillo looks to be an everyday player for the Red Sox, which puts double-digit home run and steal totals in play. His poor 2015 has many writing him off as a bust, which could still prove to be true. But as an OF4 available in the middle rounds of AL-only drafts, he may be worth the risk.

67. Carlos Beltran, New York Yankees

Beltran had a respectable 2015 but may lose playing time to Yankees prospect Aaron Hicks in 2016. At 39, Beltran is far past his prime. Pass on him in mixed leagues and scoop him up as an OF4 in AL-only leagues between rounds 16-18.

68. Brandon Moss, St. Louis Cardinals

Moss is likely to be platooned, as he offers home run power against right-handers only. With that in mind, he does not offer consistency, but can serve as a bench player if you are willing and able to move him in and out of your lineup. He is unlikely to be drafted in mixed leagues, reserving his value to backup 1B/OF duties in NL-only formats.

69. Nick Markakis, Atlanta Braves

Markakis makes for a decent addition to a fantasy bench if you can live without steals and homers. With an OBP likely around .350 and a lineup spot ahead of Freddie Freeman, he should score 70-80 times. An average between .275-.290 is also within reach. He is an OF4 in NL-only leagues with some value appeal in rounds 16-20.

▼70. Jayson Werth, Washington Nationals

Werth will turn 37 this season and only played in 88 games last year due to a broken wrist. But the emergence of Washington prospect Michael Taylor is legitimate threat to his playing time. Werth can offer home runs at a discounted rate for NL-only leagues in rounds 14-17.

▲71. Marlon Byrd, Cleveland Indians

Approaching 39 years old, Byrd stays relevant through his power. He has hit over 20 homers each of the past three years, which is valuable in both real and fantasy baseball. His new place of employment makes him slightly more valuable due to the absences of Michael Brantley, Lonnie Chisenhall, and Abraham Almonte but only for a short time. He is a final-round selection in AL-only leagues with the potential of 20-homer upside.

▲72. Leonys Martin, Seattle Mariners

Martin was moved to Seattle after losing his job in center field last year in Texas. He should see more at-bats and a full-time role, but with a place at the bottom of the order. His main fantasy appeal is his speed, which could result in 25-30 stolen bases. Draft him in the closing rounds of an AL-only if you want speed.

73. Nori Aoki, Seattle Mariners

Aoki will likely bat leadoff for the Mariners, giving him the potential to score 70+ runs. However, his lack of power and modest steal count does not make him much of a fantasy option. He is not in the discussion for mixed leagues, but comes into play as an OF4/5 in AL-only. If you're looking for upside though, risk a flier on a power bat instead of Aoki.

74. Rajai Davis, Cleveland Indians

Davis' 2016 production will ultimately depend on his role with the Indians and whether Cleveland finds him a platoon partner. If he bats alone in the leadoff spot, Davis will make for a great bargain play in AL-only formats. Draft him between rounds 20-24 for steals and take any upside that falls your way.

▼75. Cameron Maybin, Detroit Tigers

Maybin is likely to miss all of April due to a hairline fracture suffered in early May. An OF4/5 in AL-only formats, Maybin provides speed on the bases and nothing else. His role on the Tigers is also not entirely clear as he may form a platoon with Anthony Gose, subsequently limiting his plate appearances. Maybin should be available in rounds 18-20.