2026 Stats
AVG
.222
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2026 Fantasy Outlook
Schneemann was deployed primarily against right-handers, with just 15 percent of his plate appearances coming versus lefties, as his platoon splits largely dictated his role. He produced a .670 OPS with the platoon advantage, compared to a .428 mark against same-side pitching. While second base was his main position, he logged time everywhere except first base and catcher, and his defense earned him finalist recognition for the AL Gold Glove among utility players, which helped keep his bat in the lineup despite modest production. He did make progress at the plate, hitting the ball harder and more often than in his rookie season. Entering his age-29 season, the developmental runway is limited, and while a continued step forward could still change the outlook, he profiles most clearly as a versatile platoon bat capable of covering multiple positions, with limited power and speed. Read Past Outlooks
Signed a one-year contract with the Guardians in March of 2026.
In Opening Day lineup
Schneemann started in center field and went 1-for-2 with a run scored in Thursday's 6-4 win over Seattle.
Analysis
Schneemann, a utility infielder that has added outfield to his resume since arriving in the majors in 2024, was a mildly surprising addition to the Opening Day lineup over Angel Martinez and prospect CJ Kayfus. Any of the three would have had a platoon advantage against Seattle righty Logan Gilbert, as Kayfus and Schneemann hit left-handed and Martinez is a switch hitter. A report from the National Daily indicates manager Stephen Vogt used Schneemann because of his experience and the matchup against the pitcher. However, Schneemann entered the game hitless over three career at-bats against Gilbert. Given the hot spring Martinez turned in and the fact that Steven Kwan saw time in center field often during spring training, Schneemann is not expected to be close to an everyday player there.
Schneemann, a utility infielder that has added outfield to his resume since arriving in the majors in 2024, was a mildly surprising addition to the Opening Day lineup over Angel Martinez and prospect CJ Kayfus. Any of the three would have had a platoon advantage against Seattle righty Logan Gilbert, as Kayfus and Schneemann hit left-handed and Martinez is a switch hitter. A report from the National Daily indicates manager Stephen Vogt used Schneemann because of his experience and the matchup against the pitcher. However, Schneemann entered the game hitless over three career at-bats against Gilbert. Given the hot spring Martinez turned in and the fact that Steven Kwan saw time in center field often during spring training, Schneemann is not expected to be close to an everyday player there.
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Left/Right Batting Splits
Since 2024
+2%
OPS vs RHP
2026
-100%
OPS vs RHP
| OPS | PA | HR | RBI | AVG | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Since 2024vs Left | .636 | 98 | 1 | 7 | .226 | ||||
| Since 2024vs Right | .648 | 554 | 16 | 56 | .207 | ||||
| 2026vs Left | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| 2026vs Right | .556 | 9 | 0 | 0 | .222 | ||||
| 2025vs Left | .428 | 62 | 0 | 4 | .151 | ||||
| 2025vs Right | .670 | 360 | 12 | 37 | .215 | ||||
| 2024vs Left | .993 | 36 | 1 | 3 | .355 | ||||
| 2024vs Right | .609 | 185 | 4 | 19 | .191 | ||||
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Home/Away Batting Splits
Since 2024
+18%
OPS on Road
2026
-100%
OPS on Road
| OPS | PA | HR | RBI | AVG | |||||
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| Since 2024Home | .595 | 329 | 6 | 31 | .203 | ||||
| Since 2024Away | .700 | 323 | 11 | 32 | .218 | ||||
| 2026Home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| 2026Away | .556 | 9 | 0 | 0 | .222 | ||||
| 2025Home | .530 | 223 | 3 | 18 | .179 | ||||
| 2025Away | .755 | 199 | 9 | 23 | .236 | ||||
| 2024Home | .731 | 106 | 3 | 13 | .253 | ||||
| 2024Away | .613 | 115 | 2 | 9 | .184 | ||||
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Stat Review
How does Daniel Schneemann compare to other hitters?
This section compares his stats with all batting seasons from the previous three seasons (minimum 400 plate appearances)*. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that stat and it would be considered average.
* Exit Velocity and Barrels/PA % are benchmarked against 2019 data (min 400 PA) and Hard Hit Rate is benchmarked against last season's data (min 400 PA). See here for more exit velocity/barrels stats plus an explanation of current limitations with that data set.
* Exit Velocity and Barrels/PA % are benchmarked against 2019 data (min 400 PA) and Hard Hit Rate is benchmarked against last season's data (min 400 PA). See here for more exit velocity/barrels stats plus an explanation of current limitations with that data set.
BB/K
0.32BB Rate
9.0%K Rate
27.7%BABIP
.263ISO
.148AVG
.206OBP
.283SLG
.354OPS
.636wOBA
.284Exit Velocity
88.9 mphHard Hit Rate
33.8%Barrels/PA
7.1%Expected BA
.219Expected SLG
.385Sprint Speed
24.6 ft/secGround Ball %
46.4%Line Drive %
16.1%Fly Ball %
37.5%Advanced Batting Stats
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2025 Fantasy Outlook
After spending parts of six seasons in the minors, Schneemann made his MLB debut in 2024. The 27-year-old rookie got off to a strong start, posting an .836 OPS across 21 games in June after first getting the call. However, Schneemann proceeded to post a .600 OPS with a .199 batting average over his final 52 games. During that final stretch, he also struck out 33.6 percent of the time. Oddly, the lefty bat performed much better against southpaws, registering a .993 OPS in those matchups, though he only saw 36 plate appearances against lefties all year. Looking ahead, Schneemann projects as a platoon option who should continue to see more run against righties. He has the versatility to play multiple positions, which boosts his overall usefulness, though Schneemann will need to see a bump in playing time to take a step forward for fantasy purposes.
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Good to go Tuesday
Schneemann (ankle) is starting at third base and batting eighth in Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Reds.
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Considered day-to-day
Schneemann (ankle) is expected to be back in the Guardians' lineup in the next couple of days, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports.
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Scratched with ankle sprain
Schneemann was scratched from Friday's Cactus League contest against the Angels due to a right ankle sprain, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports.
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Taking seat Sunday
Schneemann is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins.
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Pops homer Saturday
Schneemann went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader sweep of Minnesota. He went 0-for-5 with a run scored in the nightcap.
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Gold Glove finalist
Schneemann is one of three players nominated to win the 2025 Gold Glove Award as a utility player in the American League, according to MLB.com.
Analysis
Schneemann tallied a plus-8 OAA and plus-8 DRS during the regular season while lining up at every position except pitcher, catcher and first base. However, his numbers aren't as eye-popping as the two other candidates for the award, Ernie Clement and Mauricio Dubon. Clement is in the running to win multiple Gold Gloves, as he's also nominated at third base, while Dubon has been a finalist for this award each of the last two seasons, winning it in 2023.
Schneemann tallied a plus-8 OAA and plus-8 DRS during the regular season while lining up at every position except pitcher, catcher and first base. However, his numbers aren't as eye-popping as the two other candidates for the award, Ernie Clement and Mauricio Dubon. Clement is in the running to win multiple Gold Gloves, as he's also nominated at third base, while Dubon has been a finalist for this award each of the last two seasons, winning it in 2023.