Luke Pelzer emerges as Royals' intriguing prospect in Double-A
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 2:31 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Luke Pelzer, a utility player for the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, continues to impress in Double-A with a.374 batting average. Drafted in the 17th round out of the University of Illinois Chicago, Pelzer has posted an impressive.351/.429/.482 line over two seasons., he boasts a 27.5% line drive rate, which exceeds that of any qualified Major League hitter. His performance raises interest among Royals fans as a potential impact player for the future.
- •Pelzer has a.374 batting average this season in Double-A.
- •He was drafted in the 17th round in 2025.
- •His line drive rate is at 27.5%, unmatched in MLB.
- •Pelzer has a career slash line of.351/.429/.482 in the minors.
- •He continues to perform well after a strong college season.
- 2:31 PMYahoo Sports — The Royals’ most intriguing prospect no one is talking about
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