Alex Cushing, mlb.com

Growing up in the Bronx and rooting against the Yankees is hard work. Unfortunately, Alex Cushing was raised in a household where not doing so could be considered treason.

Addicted to fantasy baseball at age 9, Alex refused to select Yankees. It’s only appropriate, then that his first championship came when he drafted a young Derek Jeter.

With a background in theater dating back to LaGuardia High School of Performing Arts, a lifelong baseball passion, a family full of Mets and Giants enthusiasts, it’s no wonder why sleep is rare.

Alex writes, edits and manages fantasy baseball content for MLBAM, where he’s had the privilege of earning the title of “expert,” competing in various expert leagues.