PT TOMORROW: AL Central—Palka's pouncing pitchers
Apr 19 2017
Patrick Davitt analyzed the notorious struggles of Byron Buxton (OF, MIN) in the April 15 Master Notes. Eddie Rosario's (OF, MIN) 10-for-46 has quietly added drag to the Twins' 18th-ranked team BA. One or both may need a stint at Triple-A Rochester to get back in sync.
The number 13 BaseballHQ.com prospect in the 2017 Twins Organization Report, Daniel Palka (OF, MIN; pictured above) scuffled at Rochester in 2016 (.232 BA, 58% ct% in 203 AB). Fielding both corner OF slots in 2017 (primarily RF), he has helped lift the Red Wings to a league-best .285 BA by going 13-for-42 with four HR, 11 RBI and 13 K (four BB). He has yet to steal a base, but the team has only four attempts to date. A callup would be his first taste of...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
The Angeles have a 4-way battle for closer in spring training.
Feb 25 2026 3:06am
Feb 25 2026 3:06am
Marcelo Mayer's chances of breaking camp with the Red Sox may not be as strong as previously thought. Plus, Okamoto's role in TOR, early spring standouts, and more from around the AL East.
Feb 24 2026 3:03am
Feb 24 2026 3:03am
The Mets metamorphosis has many moving parts, not least at the infield corners. Plus: Wheeler at PHI; House at WAS; C at ATL and MIA; more.
Feb 23 2026 8:45am
Feb 23 2026 8:45am
While the NL West has plenty of star power that usually claims fans' attention, there are still interesting position battles to be won in the spring. Here some to be watching for.
Feb 21 2026 3:03am
Feb 21 2026 3:03am
McLain struggled to regain his 2023 form coming back from injury in 2025. Can he find that level again in 2026?
Feb 20 2026 3:30am
Feb 20 2026 3:30am
