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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Alejo Lopez (Otto Lopez) is a 20-year-old shortstop for the Miami Marlins who has emerged as a breakout fantasy asset in 2026. After a solid 2025 season (.246/.305/.368, 15 HR, 15 SB), Lopez has significantly improved his performance in 2026 with an OPS nearly 200 points higher than last season. He has increased his Hard Hit % by 8.3%, ranking 7th in year-over-year improvement in baseball. Lopez has adopted a more aggressive offensive approach, sacrificing some plate discipline for increased aggression. He is on track for an 8-win season and remains relatively healthy with only minor injuries reported.
Strengths
- + Significant OPS improvement in 2026 (nearly 200 points higher than 2025)
- + Hard Hit % increased by 8.3% (7th best year-over-year improvement in MLB)
- + Solid speed game with 15 stolen bases in 2025
- + More aggressive offensive approach generating results
- + Young age (20 years old) with significant upside potential
- + On track for 8-win season
- + Relatively healthy status with only minor injuries
Weaknesses
- - Sacrificed some plate discipline for more aggressive strategy
- - Still has untapped power potential that hasn't fully materialized
- - 2025 performance was somewhat unlucky (xBA of .269 vs actual .246)
- - Limited track record at young age
About
Alejo Lopez is a second baseman for the Chicago Cubs.
Player Overview
2B
Chicago Cubs