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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Graham Pauley has been optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville by the Miami Marlins on May 7, 2026, after struggling significantly in his early 2026 season. The 25-year-old infielder was batting .173/.225/.293 with a 17.5% hard-hit rate and was hitless in his last 17 at-bats over six games. Despite being a solid contributor in 2025 (.224/.311/.366), Pauley has failed to produce offensively in 2026, recording 19 strikeouts in 81 plate appearances. Manager Clayton McCullough indicated the demotion is intended to help Pauley reset and regain his form. Connor Norby has taken over the majority of third base duties in his absence.
Strengths
- + Solid defensive player at third base
- + Was a solid contributor in 2025 with .224/.311/.366 slash line
- + Strong minor league performance in 2025 with Jacksonville (.263/.342/.511, 127 wRC+)
- + Young player (25 years old) with time to develop
- + Improved contact rate and reduced chase rate compared to previous approach
- + Manager and organization still believe in his potential
Weaknesses
- - Severe offensive slump in 2026 (.173/.225/.293)
- - Hitless in last 17 at-bats
- - 19 strikeouts in 81 plate appearances
- - Pathetic 17.5% hard-hit rate
- - Significant regression from 2025 performance
- - Lost starting job to Connor Norby
- - Taking more called strikes despite improved contact metrics
- - Walk rate and strikeout rate trending in wrong direction
About
Graham Pauley is a third baseman for the Miami Marlins.
Player Overview
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Miami Marlins