Dillon Dingler

Dillon Dingler, born on September 17, 1998, in Massillon, Ohio, is an emerging talent in Major League Baseball (MLB), known for his role as a catcher for the Detroit Tigers. Dillon Dingler's MLB debut was on July 29, 2024. A right-handed batter and thrower, Dingler played college baseball at Ohio State before being drafted in the second round of the 2020 MLB Draft by the Tigers. Dingler stands 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighs 210 pounds, wearing jersey number 13. In the 2025 season, he played 126 games, starting 116 of them, and finished with a batting average of .278. His offensive performance included 13 home runs and 57 RBIs, contributing to an on-base percentage (OBP) of .327 and a slugging percentage (SLG) of .425, resulting in an on-base plus slugging (OPS) of .752. Notably, he scored 54 runs and maintained a fielding percentage of .993 over 118 games played as a catcher. Dingler's defensive skills are notable, with a fielding percentage of .993 and involvement in 39 assists throughout the season. His ability to catch runners stealing was demonstrated by a 31.7% caught stealing rate, showcasing his defensive prowess behind the plate. Dillon Dingler's continued development and contribution to the Tigers highlight his potential as a key player in the league.