This list includes 39 Baseball players that start with P, from “Albert Pujols” to “Wily Peralta”. The entries include Hall of Famers, recent All-Stars, everyday starters, and relievers spanning multiple eras. Use this list for fantasy lineup planning, roster research, and editorial reference.

Baseball players that start with P are professional Major League players whose last names begin with the letter P. They include iconic figures like Albert Pujols, whose long career and many awards highlight the letter’s contribution to the sport.

Below you’ll find the table with Team, Position, and College.

Team: Shows each player’s primary or most notable MLB team, so you can quickly link a name to its familiar franchise.

Position: Lists the player’s primary defensive or pitching role, helping you compare skill sets and roster needs at a glance.

College: Gives the player’s college or amateur origin when known, useful for scouting history, alumni queries, and player background.

Baseball players that start with P

NamePrimary TeamPositionYears Active
Albert PujolsSt. Louis Cardinals1B2001–2022
Jim PalmerBaltimore OriolesP1965–1984
Tony PérezCincinnati Reds1B1964–1986
Gaylord PerrySan Francisco GiantsP1962–1983
Mike PiazzaNew York MetsC1992–2007
Kirby PuckettMinnesota TwinsCF1984–1995
David PriceBoston Red SoxP2008–2022
Andy PettitteNew York YankeesP1995–2013
Jon PapelbonBoston Red SoxP2005–2016
Joe PepitoneNew York Yankees1B1962–1973
Wally PippNew York Yankees1B1913–1928
Johnny PeskyBoston Red SoxSS1942–1954
Freddie PatekKansas City RoyalsSS1971–1981
Eddie PlankPhiladelphia AthleticsP1901–1917
Jimmy PiersallBoston Red SoxCF1950–1967
Bill PecotaKansas City Royals2B1987–1998
Kevin PillarToronto Blue JaysCF2013–2022
Carlos PeñaTampa Bay Rays1B1998–2016
Dan PasquaNew York YankeesRF1986–1996
Jorge PosadaNew York YankeesC1995–2011
John PodresBrooklyn DodgersP1957–1969
Donn PallChicago White SoxP1987–1997
Billy PierceChicago White SoxP1945–1964
Tony PhillipsOakland A’sOF1982–1999
Dave ParkerPittsburgh PiratesRF1973–1991
Mike PelfreyNew York MetsP2006–2016
Mike PagliaruloNew York Yankees3B1985–1997
Bobby ParnellNew York MetsP2010–2017
Tom PaciorekChicago White SoxOF1970–1987
Joe PanikSan Francisco Giants2B2014–2021
Jeremy PeñaHouston AstrosSS2022–2024
Salvador PérezKansas City RoyalsC2011–2023
Wily PeraltaMilwaukee BrewersP2012–2021
Joe PageNew York YankeesP1944–1953
Gary PetersChicago White SoxP1963–1972
Steve PearceKansas City Royals1B2007–2021
Brandon PhillipsCincinnati Reds2B2002–2019
Scott PodsednikChicago White SoxLF1999–2012
Rafael PalmeiroBaltimore Orioles1B1986–2005

Descriptions

Albert Pujols
One of modern baseball’s premier sluggers, member of the 3,000-hit and 700+ home run clubs; longtime Cardinals icon with multiple MVP-level seasons.
Jim Palmer
Hall of Fame right-hander, three-time Cy Young winner and three-time World Series champion; Orioles’ pitching cornerstone in the 1970s.
Tony Pérez
Hall of Famer and key member of the Big Red Machine, clutch run producer and multi-time All-Star fondly remembered in Cincinnati.
Gaylord Perry
Hall of Fame pitcher known for longevity, more than 300 wins and a controversial reputation; two-time Cy Young winner across the NL and AL.
Mike Piazza
Hall of Fame catcher, one of the best-hitting backstops ever and a 12-time All-Star, known for power and run production.
Kirby Puckett
Hall of Fame outfielder, six-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion; beloved Twins leader and clutch postseason performer.
David Price
Top left-handed starter of his era, 2012 Cy Young winner and 2018 World Series champion who anchored several big-league rotations.
Andy Pettitte
Postseason mainstay and Yankees ace across five World Series championships; among career leaders in playoff wins.
Jon Papelbon
Hard-throwing closer who saved games for Boston and Philadelphia, All-Star and a dominant late-inning presence in the late 2000s.
Joe Pepitone
Power-hitting first baseman for the Yankees in the 1960s, three-time All-Star known for his swagger and clubhouse personality.
Wally Pipp
Once New York’s regular first baseman, famously replaced by Lou Gehrig; remembered for that historic lineup change.
Johnny Pesky
Longtime Red Sox infielder, coach and manager, fan favorite whose name is linked to Fenway Park lore and “Pesky’s Pole.”
Freddie Patek
Small but speedy shortstop known for defense and baserunning, a staple of the Royals’ infield in the 1970s.
Eddie Plank
Early 20th-century Hall of Fame left-hander with more than 300 career wins, a pitching anchor for Connie Mack’s A’s.
Jimmy Piersall
Defensive center fielder with flair, remembered for colorful personality and candid public battle with mental health later spotlighted in memoirs.
Bill Pecota
Reliable utilityman who played multiple positions across a dozen MLB seasons, a steady bench contributor for several teams.
Kevin Pillar
Athletic outfielder famous for highlight-reel catches and hustle, became a fan favorite for his defensive plays and gritty style.
Carlos Peña
Power-hitting first baseman who drove runs for the Rays and other clubs, known for long home runs and run-producing seasons.
Dan Pasqua
Powerful corner outfielder and designated hitter, provided pop for the Yankees and White Sox in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Jorge Posada
Core member of the Yankees’ late-1990s dynasty, five-time All-Star and clutch team leader behind the plate in multiple World Series wins.
John Podres
Lefty starter who was the 1955 World Series MVP, a key figure on Dodger pitching staffs during their 1950s championship run.
Donn Pall
Longtime big-league reliever and reliable bullpen arm, served as a setup man and middle reliever across multiple teams.
Billy Pierce
Hard-throwing lefty and perennial All-Star who anchored the White Sox rotation for more than a decade with consistent excellence.
Tony Phillips
Versatile switch-hitter who played multiple positions; a table-setter with a high on-base skill set valued across several clubs.
Dave Parker
Powerful slugger and 1978 NL MVP, key figure on successful Pirates teams with both offense and Gold Glove defense.
Mike Pelfrey
Right-handed starter who anchored parts of Mets rotations in the late 2000s and later provided veteran pitching depth.
Mike Pagliarulo
Steady third baseman with pop in the bat, served as a regular infielder for several American League teams.
Bobby Parnell
Hard-throwing Mets reliever turned closer at times, remembered for late-inning performances and a power arm out of the bullpen.
Tom Paciorek
Consistent switch-hitting outfielder and pinch-hitting threat across nearly two decades, All-Star during his steady MLB tenure.
Joe Panik
Contact-oriented second baseman who helped the Giants’ 2014 championship, known for smooth defense and situational hitting.
Jeremy Peña
Emerging shortstop who burst onto the scene in 2022 with defense-first play and timely hitting for a contender.
Salvador Pérez
Power-hitting catcher and World Series hero for the Royals, multiple-time All-Star and cornerstone of Kansas City’s lineup.
Wily Peralta
Right-handed starter/long reliever who provided quality innings for the Brewers, known for a durable arm in the 2010s.
Joe Page
Early relief ace who helped define the closer role for the Yankees, a key figure in late-inning strategy during his era.
Gary Peters
Left-handed starter and All-Star who paced the White Sox rotation in the mid-1960s with solid win totals and consistency.
Steve Pearce
Veteran power bat and super-utility player who delivered clutch hits across many teams and seasons.
Brandon Phillips
Gold Glove second baseman and five-time All-Star, known for elite defense, slick hands and fiery on-field personality.
Scott Podsednik
Speedy leadoff man and 2005 World Series champion with the White Sox, notable for stolen bases and timely contact.
Rafael Palmeiro
Powerful hitter with more than 500 home runs and 3,000 hits, a major offensive force across two decades (career later clouded by controversy).
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