Second base has historically been one of the weakest positions in fantasy baseball. In 2010, though, the position boasts surprising depth. Value can be found from the first round to the last, as the position has a nice mixture of firmly established superstars, young guns looking to break into the realm of the fantasy elite, tantalizing prospects ready to break out, and solid veterans who put up serviceable numbers year after year. What follows is a guide of who to select, what to expect, and when to pull the trigger.

FIRST TIER: “THE STUDS”