Derek Berg

  • Position: C

  • Height: 6’3”

  • Weight: 200 lbs

  • Bats/Throws: R/R

  • Born: 09/21/2001

  • College: West Point

  • How Acquired: Drafted 10th round, 294th Overall, 2024

  • Bonus: $172,500

  • 40-man Roster: No

  • Rule 5 Eligible: 2027

  • Minor League Free Agency: 2030

  • Options Left: 3

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Overview

Berg put up big hitting numbers in the Patriot League for West Point. As a senior, he hit 290/404/605. He also had a .950 OPS as a junior. He’s had good walk rates but also swings and misses a fair amount. A very good athlete, he played a lot at second, and some at first and third, apart from catching. He’s considered a good receiver and controls the running game well. Berg signed for $11,300 less than the slot amount.


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Transactions

July 15, 2024: Drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 10th round, 294th overall pick; signed on July 22.