Preston Palmeiro

Position: 2B
Level: High A
Affiliate: Frederick Keys
League: Carolina League
Born: 01/22/1995 (Age: 29)
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 180
B/T: Left / Right
Acquired: 7th Rd., 2016 MLB First-Year Player Draft (BAL)

Prospect Spotlight

Palmeiro hit in the middle of Frederick’s lineup all year, quietly puttig together a solid .251/.309/.401 line with 17 homers. He’s learning 2B to add versatility and handled same-side pitching much better than earlier in his career. The ceiling is a bench bat and offensive-minded reserve infielder, though Palmeiro could wind up a 4A type if no one tool impacts the game enough for a full-time. We like his sweet left-handed stroke and burgeoning plate discipline.