Joshua Palacios

Joshua Palacios, an MLB outfielder, was born on July 30, 1995, in Brooklyn, New York. He played high school baseball at Telecommunications High School before attending Auburn University. Palacios was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 4th round of the 2016 MLB Draft and made his MLB debut on April 9, 2021, with the Blue Jays. Throughout his career, Palacios has demonstrated versatility in the outfield, primarily playing in right field. Standing 6 feet tall and weighing 193 pounds, he bats left-handed and throws right-handed. During his rookie season in 2021, Palacios played 35 games, achieving a batting average of .200, with 7 RBIs. He also showcased his plate discipline with an on-base percentage of .293. In the 2022 season with the Washington Nationals, Palacios played 29 games, maintaining a .213 batting average and recording 2 RBIs. In 2023, Palacios joined the Pittsburgh Pirates, where he played in 91 games, hitting .239 with 40 RBIs and 10 home runs, marking a significant improvement in his offensive production. His on-base percentage was .279, and he maintained a slugging percentage of .413, indicating his ability to contribute both in base hits and power. Palacios’ fielding statistics highlight his defensive skills, with a fielding percentage of .975 across his MLB career, emphasizing his reliability in the outfield. His career thus far reflects a player with consistent development, both offensively and defensively.