MINORS: 2014 NCAA names to know

(This article first appeared in the 2014 Minor League Baseball Analyst.)

As fantasy leagues become more generous in allowing owners to stash minor leaguers on rosters for years before they become big-leaguers, the serious fantasy baseball player must now become familiar with the next crop of up-and-coming stars before they even hit professional ball. Just following the draft isn’t enough, as a player’s MLB and fantasy value aren’t always the same. With that, here’s a good look at some of 2014’s top collegiate players who have a good shot to become fantasy-relevant one day.

1. Trea Turner, SS
North Carolina State … R/R … junior … 6-1, 171
Turner (pictured above) is not big, but there may not be a more complete offensive player in the...

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