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Jared Triolo

Jared Triolo is an who plays for the of (MLB). Born on February 8, 1998, in , Triolo is a right-handed batter and thrower known for his versatility across multiple infield positions, including third base, second base, , and first base. Triolo attended the , where he played college for the Cougars and earned recognition as a standout during his junior year. The selected him in the Competitive Balance Round B of the 2019 MLB Draft, 72nd overall, after which he began his professional career in the , progressing through their system with strong defensive showings and consistent hitting. He made his MLB debut on June 28, 2023, and has since established himself as a , appearing in 107 games during the 2025 season with a .227 , 7 home runs, 24 RBIs, and 13 stolen bases. Triolo's defensive prowess has been a hallmark of his career, culminating in winning the 2024 Rawlings as the National League's top , where he recorded plus-7 while playing multiple infield roles. In 2025, he earned a second consecutive Gold Glove finalist nomination, leading utility players with plus-9 , though he did not win the award. Through his first three MLB seasons (2023–2025), Triolo has compiled a .236 with 19 home runs and 91 RBIs in 906 at-bats, contributing to the Pirates' infield stability.

Early life and amateur career

High school career

Jared Triolo was born on February 8, 1998, in , but relocated to , at a young age, where he developed his baseball skills in the competitive Texas high school scene. He attended , earning four varsity letters in baseball and establishing himself as a standout known for his defensive prowess at third base and . During his high school career, Triolo helped lead the Cavaliers to four championship titles, including the program's most successful season in , when the team posted a 31-4-1 record. As a MVP in and first-team all- selection, he demonstrated versatility and on the field, contributing to the team's consistent success in the highly regarded 6A classification. His year earned him newcomer of the year honors, marking the start of his rapid ascent. In his senior year of 2016, Triolo posted a .465 batting average over 28 games, recording 40 hits, 37 runs, and 18 RBIs while maintaining a .942 fielding percentage, performances that highlighted his offensive consistency and defensive reliability, ultimately drawing attention from college programs.

College career

Triolo enrolled at the following his high school career and played for the from 2017 to 2019. Over three seasons, he appeared in 182 games, compiling a .317 , .406 , and .447 , while recording 216 hits, 130 runs, and 14 home runs. As a in 2017, Triolo hit .271 with a .360 and .372 in 63 games, contributing to the Cougars' 42-21 overall record and co-championship in the (). In his year of 2018, he raised his performance to a team-high .344 —third-best in the —with a .434 and .457 across 63 games, helping Houston secure the regular-season title with a 38-25 record. During the 2018 summer, Triolo played for the in the , where he batted .276 with four home runs and 27 in 42 games, earning selection to the West Division All-Star roster. As a junior in 2019, he delivered a breakout campaign with a .332 , .420 , .512 , seven home runs, and 44 in 56 games, earning second-team All- honors at third base and AAC Player of the Week recognition in . Throughout his college tenure, Triolo developed as a versatile , primarily at third base and , showcasing strong defensive skills that positioned him as a top draft prospect.

Professional career

Draft and minor leagues

Triolo was selected by the Pittsburgh Pirates in Competitive Balance Round B of the 2019 Major League Baseball Draft with the 72nd overall pick. His strong defensive skills and versatility at the University of Houston had elevated his draft stock. He signed with the Pirates for a bonus of $868,200. Following his signing, Triolo made his professional debut in 2019 with the West Virginia Black Bears of the Class A Short Season New York-Penn League, where he appeared in 60 games primarily at third base and shortstop. The 2020 minor league season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, delaying his development. In 2021, he advanced to the High-A Greensboro Grasshoppers of the South Atlantic League, batting .304 with 15 home runs and 78 RBIs over 108 games while stealing 25 bases and demonstrating defensive range across the infield. Promoted to the Double-A Altoona Curve in 2022, Triolo posted a .282 average with nine home runs and 24 stolen bases in 112 games, continuing to showcase his ability to play multiple positions including second base, third base, and shortstop. By 2023, he reached Triple-A with the Indianapolis Indians of the International League, where he hit .309 with a .418 on-base percentage in 41 games before his promotion to the majors; during this stint, he logged starts at first base, second base, third base, shortstop, and even center field, highlighting his utility role. Triolo's defensive prowess earned him the 2021 Rawlings for third base in the minors, recognizing his elite fielding for Greensboro. A hyperextended left knee in September 2022 briefly sidelined him during the Altoona season, but he recovered without long-term effects.

Major League Baseball debut and career

Triolo made his Major League Baseball debut on June 28, 2023, as an infielder for the against the Padres at . His defensive reputation from the , where he earned organizational awards for versatility, facilitated the call-up amid injuries to key infielders. In his 2023 rookie season, Triolo appeared in 54 games, primarily at third base and second base, and posted a .298 with a .388 and .398 over 181 at-bats. He recorded 54 hits, including 3 home runs and 21 RBIs, while showcasing solid contact skills with a 13.8% rate. One notable contribution came in a multi-hit game on July 19 against , where he drove in two runs during a 13-game from July 3 to 21 that saw him bat .333. Triolo's 2024 season expanded his role across the infield, with 125 games played, including 61 at third base, 47 at second base, 9 at , and 9 at first base. He batted .216 with a .296 and .315 in 394 at-bats, hitting 9 home runs and driving in 46 RBIs, though his performance reflected adjustment challenges with a 24.1% rate. Defensively, his versatility shone in highlight plays, including a game-saving at shortstop on August 15 against the Cardinals. Entering 2025, Triolo began the season on the 10-day with a strain retroactive to April 6, limiting his early availability. He was activated on after a brief rehab assignment but was later optioned to Triple-A in July for further seasoning before being promoted back to the majors on August 1. In 107 games, he hit .227 with a .311 and .356 across 331 at-bats, including 7 s and 24 RBIs, while playing multiple positions: 47 games at , 32 at third base, 11 at second base, and 24 at first base. A standout moment was his first of the year, a solo shot on May 10 in a 2-1 win over . Through the 2025 season, Triolo's career MLB statistics stand at a .236 , 19 home runs, and 91 RBIs in 286 games. As of November 2025, he serves as a key utility for , valued for his defensive flexibility and strong August performance slashing .315/.417/.467 over 28 games, positioning him for a potential expanded everyday role in 2026.

Awards and honors

Minor league achievements

In 2021, while playing for the , Jared Triolo earned the Rawlings at third base, recognizing his exceptional defensive performance across the . This honor marked the fourth consecutive year a received the award, highlighting Triolo's role in extending the organization's streak of defensive excellence. Triolo's defensive achievements extended to organizational recognition, as he was named the Pirates' Defender of the Year in both 2021 and 2022. In 2021, he led all East League third basemen in fielding percentage (.961) and games played at the position (103), contributing to his selection for the award. These accolades underscored his versatility and reliability as an , playing primarily third base while occasionally appearing at other positions. The impact of Triolo's honors was evident in his rapid promotions within the Pirates' system and improved status. Following his 2021 Gold Glove and award, he advanced to Double-A Altoona in 2022, where he repeated as of the Year, and reached Triple-A by 2023; these accomplishments elevated him to No. 15 on Baseball America's Pirates list and No. 18 on MLB Pipeline's rankings that year.

Major League Baseball awards

Triolo earned the 2024 Rawlings as the National League's top utility infielder, becoming the first player to win in that category. This accolade recognized his versatility across multiple infield positions, including third base, second base, and , where he filled in effectively during teammate Ke'Bryan Hayes's injury absence, contributing to the Pirates' defensive stability. The Gold Glove win highlighted Triolo's defensive prowess early in his MLB career, solidifying his reputation as a reliable multi-positional defender and boosting his value to the Pirates' roster. In the 2025 season, Triolo was named a finalist for the same award but did not win, despite posting improved defensive metrics such as nine defensive runs saved. No other major MLB honors, such as All-Star selections, were awarded to Triolo through the 2025 season.

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