Matt Wallner

28-Year-Old OutfielderOF

Minnesota Twins

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2026 Fantasy Outlook

Wallner finally found regular playing time in the majors last season but underwhelmed compared to his elite power and strong eye at the plate. Still, he showed signs of improvement that could have him set for a breakout role if he can secure regular playing time. Wallner began last season surprisingly as the leadoff hitter and was off to a decent start (.847 OPS) in 18 games before missing a month due to a hamstring strain. He struggled initially when he returned (.698 OPS in his next 37 games), but improved in the second half with 12 home runs and a .806 OPS. However, batting average was an issue as he hit just .200 in the second half and .202 overall. Despite the problematic batting average and mediocre .775 OPS, there's a lot to like in his underlying metrics. Wallner reduced his problematic strikeout rate below 30% for the first time in his career (29.1%) and had the best contact rate of his career (66.1%). He was likely unlucky with a .228 BABIP as he still has elite power as he was in the 96th percentile in Bat Speed and 85th percentile in Barrel%. He also had a career-best 11.7% walk rate and improved from prior problematic platoon splits with a .790 OPS vs. LHP. Wallner has one of the strongest throwing arms in baseball, but below average range in right field which could limit his playing time. He's a streaky player given his three-true-outcomes profile and with his potential platoon issues and range limitations, he may struggle to find consistent playing time. If he can stay in the lineup, however, he's a candidate to have breakout 30-plus home run season. Read Past Outlooks

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