Dylan Palmer
Position: 2B
Height: 5’9”
Weight: 170 lbs
Bats/Throws: L/R
Born: 10/05/2003
College: Hofstra University
How Acquired: Drafted 11th Round, 323rd Overall, 2025
Bonus:
40-man Roster: No
Rule 5 Eligible: 2028
Minor League Free Agency: 2031
Options Left: 3
Overview
Palmer was a three-year starter at Hofstra, dividing his time more or less equally amongst second, third and the outfield. The Pirates announced him as a second baseman. He’s been a contact-oriented hitter with little power but high averages, .386 for his career. He doesn’t walk a lot and seldom strikes out. As a junior he hit 400/449/536. He hit only two home runs in his collegiate career. He stole a lot of bases, going 27-for-30 as a sophomore and 32-for-36 as a junior.
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July 14, 2025: Drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in round 11, 323rd overall pick.