4 years agoThe shortstop position in fantasy is more stacked than ever, but if you don't draft one of the top options early, St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong could be a great target in the later rounds. DeJong only played in 45 games in 2020 after missing time due to a positive COVID-19 diagnosis and managed to hit just three homers. DeJong's .250 batting average in 2020 was an improvement over the previous two seasons -- .241 in 2018 and .233 in 2019 -- but it was inflated by a .340 BABIP. While DeJong had a career-high strikeout rate (28.7%), he also had a career-high walk rate (9.8%) last year. DeJong's 30 homers in 2019 over 159 games came on the back of 44 homers in 223 games across the previous two seasons, so he's established himself a solid floor in terms of power. While it's unlikely he'll be able to top last year's .250 batting average, DeJong's power is enough to offset the negative impact that could have on your fantasy roster. In 2019, DeJong also chipped in with nine steals and scored 97 runs while driving in 78 runs, so he contributes well to the counting stats as well. DeJong currently has an ADP of around 214 and is the 22nd shortstop being drafted, yet he's projected to be in the top 10 in homers and RBI at his position. If you wait on shortstop in drafts or just need some power in the later rounds, DeJong is a perfect fit.--Jamie Steed - RotoBaller