Mercer’s Dylan LaPointe brings middle-of-the-order pop behind the plate
In the 2026 season, Dylan LaPointe has been a productive two-way offense-first catcher for Mercer, hitting .269 with 14 home runs, 43 RBI, a .389 OBP, and a .539 slugging percentage across 58 games. He looks like a legit lineup anchor: Mercer’s coaches described him as a major bat with strength, physicality, and the ability to be the team’s anchor behind the plate. The fit is obvious if you want a catcher who can punish mistakes, handle a heavy workload, and add real thump without sacrificing toughness.
