Main Story

Oliver Dunn and Thomas Pannone have elected minor league free agency after being outrighted by their teams. Both can now seek new minor league deals, though Dunn’s lack of remaining option years could make a major league roster spot harder to secure.

By the Numbers
  • Dunn recorded a .258 OPS in 12 plate appearances across 9 games with Tampa Bay.
  • Pannone allowed 3 runs, 2 earned, in 3 innings in his lone major league appearance this season.
  • Pannone posted a 4.70 ERA over 99⅔ innings at Triple-A Nashville.
  • Dunn has a .197/.253/.275 career batting line across 157 major league plate appearances.
Yes, But

Dunn’s versatility around the infield and base-stealing ability could help him land another deal, but he is out of minor league options. Pannone returned from flexor surgery and put up a solid walk rate at Triple-A, though his major league experience has been limited.

Bottom Line

Both players are available to pursue new opportunities, but their paths differ: Dunn offers defensive flexibility, while Pannone brings left-handed pitching depth and a recent full season of work in the minors.