Top 20 Major League Performances of April 2026!

Monthly MLB Recap: April 2026

James Wood, LF, WSN
27 G, 26/100 (.260), 1.011 OPS, 5 2B, 9 HR, 5 SB, 27 R, 21 RBI, 28 BB, 39 K
James Wood delivered a strong April debut among top performers, anchored by his best game of 2-for-3 with 1 HR and 3 RBI against the St. Louis Cardinals, fueling the Washington Nationals’ 9-6 victory. Over 27 games, the young outfielder slashed .260 with a robust 1.011 OPS, including 5 doubles and 9 home runs for serious power. He added speed with 5 stolen bases, crossed the plate 27 times, knocked in 21 runs, and showed plate discipline with 28 walks, though he whiffed 39 times. Wood’s blend of pop, wheels, and on-base skills highlighted his prospect status and set a high bar for the season.
Rank: #51
STS Projection: 141.4 wRC+, 0.266/0.366/0.501, 29 HR, 17 SB, 85 Runs, 87 RBI

Matt Olson, 1B, ATL
27 G, 32/106 (.302), 1.042 OPS, 11 2B, 9 HR, 0 SB, 25 R, 27 RBI, 15 BB, 27 K
Matt Olson powered through April with a standout 3-for-5 effort, including 1 HR and 3 RBI versus the Arizona Diamondbacks, as the Atlanta Braves demolished them 17-2. In 27 games, Olson hit .302 (32-for-106) with a 1.042 OPS, ripping 11 doubles and 9 home runs while driving in 27 runs and scoring 25. He drew 15 walks against 27 strikeouts, providing consistent production from the cleanup spot. His extra-base dominance and RBI output made him a cornerstone performer, balancing contact and thunder throughout the month.
Rank: #107
STS Projection: 133.8 wRC+, 0.259/0.351/0.491, 30 HR, 2 SB, 80 Runs, 89 RBI

Yordan Alvarez, DH, HOU
27 G, 37/101 (.366), 1.191 OPS, 7 2B, 10 HR, 0 SB, 22 R, 22 RBI, 16 BB, 11 K
Yordan Alvarez dominated April hitters, peaking with a 3-for-4 showing featuring 1 HR and 1 RBI against the Baltimore Orioles in the Houston Astros’ 11-5 triumph. Across 27 games, he batted .366 (37-for-101) with an elite 1.191 OPS, launching 7 doubles and 10 home runs. Alvarez scored 22 runs, plated 22 RBI, walked 16 times, and impressively struck out just 11 times, showcasing pinpoint contact and power. His scorching average and low K-rate underscored a masterful month at the plate.
Rank: #8
STS Projection: 170.2 wRC+, 0.307/0.397/0.582, 36 HR, 5 SB, 92 Runs, 100 RBI

Kyle Schwarber, DH, PHI
27 G, 26/96 (.271), 1.114 OPS, 8 2B, 10 HR, 0 SB, 21 R, 19 RBI, 23 BB, 31 K
Kyle Schwarber slugged his way into the top ranks, highlighted by 2-for-3 with 2 HR and 3 RBI versus the Chicago Cubs, lifting the Philadelphia Phillies to a 13-7 win. In 27 games, he hit .271 (26-for-96), boasting a 1.114 OPS with 8 doubles and 10 home runs. Schwarber scored 21 runs, drove in 19, and earned 23 walks despite 31 strikeouts, embodying the classic three-true-outcomes profile. His home run barrage defined a potent offensive month.
Rank: #276
STS Projection: 130.3 wRC+, 0.232/0.347/0.479, 34 HR, 6 SB, 80 Runs, 85 RBI

Max Muncy, 3B, ATH
45 G, 43/163 (.264), .834 OPS, 7 2B, 9 HR, 1 SB, 31 R, 15 RBI, 15 BB, 54 K
Max Muncy stood out with a monster 4-for-5 game, blasting 3 HR and 3 RBI against the Texas Rangers in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ thrilling 8-7 victory—wait, data says Los Angeles Dodgers but team ATH? Use data as is. Over an extended 45 games, Muncy batted .264 (43-for-163) with a solid .834 OPS, including 7 doubles and 9 home runs. He swiped 1 base, scored 31 runs, had 15 RBI, drew 15 walks, but struck out 54 times. His endurance and power kept him among leaders despite the whiffs.
Rank: #719
STS Projection: 96.9 wRC+, 0.240/0.308/0.402, 18 HR, 9 SB, 69 Runs, 70 RBI

Elly De La Cruz, SS, CIN
26 G, 31/104 (.298), .942 OPS, 5 2B, 8 HR, 8 SB, 24 R, 22 RBI, 11 BB, 31 K
Elly De La Cruz electrified April, most notably 3-for-6 with 2 HR and 5 RBI against the Tampa Bay Rays, sparking the Cincinnati Reds’ 12-6 rout. In 26 games, he slashed .298 (31-for-104) with .942 OPS, adding 5 doubles, 8 home runs, and 8 stolen bases. De La Cruz scored 24 runs, drove in 22, walked 11 times amid 31 strikeouts. His dynamic speed-power mix thrilled, blending elite athleticism with production.
Rank: #10
STS Projection: 134.0 wRC+, 0.275/0.348/0.499, 25 HR, 39 SB, 93 Runs, 83 RBI

Aaron Judge, RF, NYY
26 G, 25/91 (.275), 1.075 OPS, 5 2B, 10 HR, 5 SB, 23 R, 17 RBI, 20 BB, 27 K
Aaron Judge towered over the month, capping it with 2-for-5, 2 HR, and 3 RBI versus the Los Angeles Angels in the New York Yankees’ 11-10 win. Across 26 games, Judge hit .275 (25-for-91) with 1.075 OPS, crushing 5 doubles and 10 home runs while stealing 5 bags. He scored 23 runs, had 17 RBI, drew 20 walks, and struck out 27 times. Judge’s MVP-caliber start featured mammoth power and surprising speed.
Rank: #2
STS Projection: 185.5 wRC+, 0.300/0.413/0.627, 45 HR, 12 SB, 97 Runs, 108 RBI

Ben Rice, 1B, NYY
25 G, 27/84 (.321), 1.192 OPS, 6 2B, 10 HR, 1 SB, 22 R, 19 RBI, 18 BB, 28 K
Ben Rice impressed early, shining 2-for-5 with 1 HR and 2 RBI against the Houston Astros as the New York Yankees prevailed 12-4. In 25 games, Rice batted .321 (27-for-84) with an outstanding 1.192 OPS, notching 6 doubles and 10 home runs. He stole 1 base, scored 22 runs, drove in 19, walked 18 times, and fanned 28. The rookie’s hot start signaled big potential.
Rank: #73
STS Projection: 127.8 wRC+, 0.254/0.343/0.476, 29 HR, 5 SB, 78 Runs, 84 RBI

Mike Trout, DH, LAA
25 G, 21/89 (.236), .970 OPS, 5 2B, 8 HR, 3 SB, 24 R, 18 RBI, 23 BB, 24 K
Mike Trout reminded everyone of his elite status with 2-for-5, 2 HR, and 5 RBI against the New York Yankees, though the Angels fell 11-10. Over 25 games, Trout hit .236 (21-for-89) but maintained .970 OPS via 5 doubles and 8 home runs, plus 3 steals. He scored 24 runs, had 18 RBI, drew 23 walks against 24 strikeouts, fueling offense with patience and pop despite the batting average.
Rank: #63
STS Projection: 138.5 wRC+, 0.253/0.362/0.493, 32 HR, 8 SB, 84 Runs, 84 RBI

Oneil Cruz, CF, PIT
25 G, 27/107 (.252), .817 OPS, 5 2B, 7 HR, 10 SB, 18 R, 23 RBI, 10 BB, 39 K
Oneil Cruz flashed tools galore, best in a 2-for-5 game with 1 HR and 3 RBI versus the Cincinnati Reds, securing the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 8-3 decision. In 25 games, he batted .252 (27-for-107) with .817 OPS, hitting 5 doubles, 7 home runs, and swiping 10 bases. Cruz scored 18 runs, led with 23 RBI, walked 10 times but struck out 39. His speed and arm shone bright amid swing-and-miss issues.
Rank: #65
STS Projection: 118.9 wRC+, 0.246/0.324/0.469, 29 HR, 32 SB, 81 Runs, 82 RBI

Monthly MLB Recap: April 2026 – Top Hitters

CJ Abrams, SS, WSN
27 G, 28/91 (.308), 1.040 OPS, 4 2B, 8 HR, 5 SB, 14 R, 23 RBI, 15 BB, 20 K
CJ Abrams erupted in April, slashing .308 with a 1.040 OPS across 27 games for the Nationals. He belted 8 home runs, swiped 5 bags, and drove in 23 runs while scoring 14 times, drawing 15 walks against 20 strikeouts. His standout performance came in a 2-for-5 effort with 1 HR and 4 RBI against the Los Angeles Dodgers, though the Dodgers prevailed 13-6 over Washington. Abrams’ power-speed combo and high contact rate highlighted his prospect status, providing a strong foundation with consistent extra-base production throughout the month.
Rank: #151
STS Projection: 114.2 wRC+, 0.260/0.331/0.439, 20 HR, 30 SB, 78 Runs, 74 RBI

Drake Baldwin, C, ATL
27 G, 35/111 (.315), .847 OPS, 4 2B, 4 HR, 1 SB, 25 R, 22 RBI, 11 BB, 26 K
Drake Baldwin shone behind the plate for the Braves in April, hitting .315 with an .847 OPS in 27 games. He tallied 4 doubles, 4 home runs, 25 runs scored, and 22 RBI, plus 11 walks to offset 26 strikeouts and 1 stolen base. His best game was a 3-for-5 showing with 1 HR and 4 RBI versus the Arizona Diamondbacks, despite Atlanta’s narrow 6-5 defeat. Baldwin’s hot bat and scoring prowess made him a revelation, blending solid power and on-base skills for consistent fantasy value all month.
Rank: #64
STS Projection: 125.5 wRC+, 0.271/0.348/0.460, 24 HR, 1 SB, 76 Runs, 77 RBI

Gunnar Henderson, SS, BAL
27 G, 25/114 (.219), .786 OPS, 6 2B, 8 HR, 4 SB, 20 R, 16 RBI, 11 BB, 38 K
Gunnar Henderson powered through a tough April for the Orioles, posting a .786 OPS in 27 games despite a .219 average. He crushed 8 home runs, added 6 doubles, 4 steals, 20 runs, and 16 RBI, with 11 walks against 38 strikeouts. Highlighting the month was his 3-for-5 game featuring 1 HR and 2 RBI against the Pittsburgh Pirates, though Baltimore fell 5-4. Henderson’s elite power output compensated for contact issues, keeping him among the top shortstops with multi-category upside.
Rank: #14
STS Projection: 136.0 wRC+, 0.274/0.359/0.491, 24 HR, 21 SB, 90 Runs, 81 RBI

Sal Stewart, 1B, CIN
26 G, 23/98 (.235), .792 OPS, 3 2B, 7 HR, 7 SB, 16 R, 26 RBI, 12 BB, 21 K
Sal Stewart delivered for the Reds at first base in April, achieving a .792 OPS over 26 games with a .235 average. He hit 7 home runs, 3 doubles, stole 7 bases, scored 16 runs, and knocked in a team-high 26 RBI, drawing 12 walks versus 21 strikeouts. His peak moment was a 2-for-4 explosion with 2 HR and 6 RBI against the San Francisco Giants in Cincinnati’s 8-3 victory. Stewart’s RBI production and speed-power blend stood out, marking a promising month for the young slugger.
Rank: #75
STS Projection: 124.6 wRC+, 0.269/0.348/0.468, 24 HR, 12 SB, 75 Runs, 83 RBI

Munetaka Murakami, 3B, CHW
27 G, 22/96 (.229), .880 OPS, 0 2B, 9 HR, 0 SB, 17 R, 19 RBI, 22 BB, 41 K
Munetaka Murakami brought thunder to the White Sox infield in April, posting an .880 OPS in 27 games despite a .229 average. He launched 9 home runs, scored 17 runs, drove in 19 RBI, and drew 22 walks against 41 strikeouts, with no doubles or steals. His top outing was 3-for-5 with 1 HR and 4 RBI versus the Athletics in Chicago’s dominant 9-2 win. Murakami’s prodigious power and patience fueled a strong start, positioning him as a cornerstone masher for the season.
Rank: #62
STS Projection: 138.3 wRC+, 0.236/0.365/0.487, 34 HR, 8 SB, 82 Runs, 86 RBI

Nick Kurtz, 1B, ATH
25 G, 25/89 (.281), .963 OPS, 5 2B, 5 HR, 2 SB, 15 R, 15 RBI, 29 BB, 34 K
Nick Kurtz impressed at first base for the Athletics in April, slashing .281/.963 OPS over 25 games. He notched 5 doubles, 5 home runs, 2 steals, 15 runs, and 15 RBI, excelling with 29 walks against 34 strikeouts. Standout was his 2-for-3 performance with 1 HR and 2 RBI against the Chicago White Sox in Oakland’s 7-6 triumph. Kurtz’s elite plate discipline and extra-base pop highlighted a breakout month, blending patience with production effectively.
Rank: #49
STS Projection: 149.2 wRC+, 0.270/0.371/0.528, 34 HR, 6 SB, 87 Runs, 92 RBI

Brice Turang, 2B, MIL
24 G, 23/87 (.264), .898 OPS, 4 2B, 4 HR, 5 SB, 23 R, 18 RBI, 21 BB, 25 K
Brice Turang sparked the Brewers’ lineup from second base in April, hitting .264 with a .898 OPS in 24 games. He added 4 doubles, 4 home runs, 5 steals, 23 runs, 18 RBI, and 21 walks against 25 strikeouts. His best game featured 3-for-4 with 2 HR and 2 RBI versus the Washington Nationals, despite Milwaukee’s 8-6 loss. Turang’s speed, scoring, and on-base skills shone, making him a dynamic table-setter all month long.
Rank: #135
STS Projection: 108.8 wRC+, 0.266/0.341/0.402, 14 HR, 29 SB, 72 Runs, 63 RBI

Bryce Harper, 1B, PHI
27 G, 28/96 (.292), .963 OPS, 6 2B, 6 HR, 1 SB, 15 R, 17 RBI, 18 BB, 19 K
Bryce Harper dominated April for the Phillies at first base, batting .292 with a .963 OPS in 27 games. He ripped 6 doubles, 6 home runs, 1 steal, 15 runs, 17 RBI, and 18 walks with just 19 strikeouts. Peak performance was 2-for-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI against the Colorado Rockies in Philadelphia’s 10-1 rout. Harper’s disciplined approach and hard contact fueled a vintage month, reaffirming his status as a perennial elite hitter.
Rank: #89
STS Projection: 136.7 wRC+, 0.272/0.362/0.487, 26 HR, 11 SB, 80 Runs, 86 RBI

Shohei Ohtani, DH, SP, LAD
24 G, 27/95 (.284), .933 OPS, 6 2B, 6 HR, 4 SB, 19 R, 13 RBI, 17 BB, 30 K
Shohei Ohtani dazzled for the Dodgers in April, slashing .284/.933 OPS over 24 games. He collected 6 doubles, 6 home runs, 4 steals, 19 runs, 13 RBI, and 17 walks against 30 strikeouts. His highlight was 2-for-5 with 1 HR and 4 RBI versus the Washington Nationals in Los Angeles’ 13-6 win. Ohtani’s blend of power, speed, and discipline underscored his two-way superstar potential, thriving offensively throughout the month.
Rank: #1
STS Projection: 2.99 ERA, 158 IP, 51 BB, 185 K, 10.5 K/9, 1.14 WHIP
169.8 wRC+, 0.289/0.387/0.597, 40 HR, 22 SB, 103 Runs, 101 RBI

Jordan Walker, RF, STL
25 G, 28/99 (.283), .891 OPS, 2 2B, 8 HR, 5 SB, 17 R, 20 RBI, 9 BB, 38 K
Jordan Walker powered the Cardinals’ outfield in April, hitting .283 with an .891 OPS in 25 games. He smashed 8 home runs, 2 doubles, 5 steals, 17 runs, 20 RBI, with 9 walks and 38 strikeouts. Best game: 3-for-4 with 1 HR and 5 RBI against the Detroit Tigers, though St. Louis lost 11-6. Walker’s long balls and speed provided fireworks, marking a rebound month with serious slugging impact.
Rank: #577
STS Projection: 114.6 wRC+, 0.260/0.328/0.446, 22 HR, 13 SB, 77 Runs, 77 RBI