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          Fantasy baseball: Karabell's sneaky keepers

          Justin Verlander may end up missing the entire 2021 season. That doesn't mean he's not still worth a dynasty league roster spot. AP
          • Eric Karabell, ESPN Senior WriterMar 19, 2021, 10:42 AM
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            • Fantasy baseball, football and basketball analyst for ESPN
            • Charter member of FSWA Hall of Fame
            • Author of "The Best Philadelphia Sports Arguments"
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          Fantasy managers in dynasty or keeper formats always think about being greedy. Sure, they want to win this season but the goal is to be the champion every season and construct a roster with real staying power. Sometimes, thinking about the long-term means ignoring the short-term, and not only in terms of stashing young prospects. There are myriad proven, veteran players who cannot help any fantasy teams in 2021 yet still warrant roster spots for future seasons.