R.J. Gordon
Pitching scouting report · 80Grade
Scouting summary
Given the combination of an average fastball, two usable secondary pitches, and improving but not dominant command, the most realistic outcome is a swingman or long-relief role with occasional spot starts. The path to that outcome runs through sustaining above-average strike-throwing and maintaining the shape and separation on his slider-changeup combo against upper-level hitters. If the fastball command backslides or the secondaries play closer to average than above, he profiles more as upper-minors depth who shuttles between Triple-A and the big club. Ceiling is a low-end back-rotation starter; floor is an organizational arm who provides innings at Double-A/Triple-A, and current evidence sits him closer to the middle of that band.
Projected MLB role: up-down long reliever
- Position: P
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
- Height: 72 in
- Weight: 195 lb
- Born: 2001-10-26
- 80Grade overall rank: #992
- 80Grade team rank: #36
Frequently asked questions
What position does R.J. Gordon play?
R.J. Gordon plays P.
Is R.J. Gordon a left-handed or right-handed player?
R.J. Gordon bats R and throws R.
Where does R.J. Gordon rank as a prospect?
R.J. Gordon is ranked No. 992 on 80Grade's consolidated prospect rankings.