Trey Gibson
Pitching scouting report · 80Grade
Scouting summary
With a durable frame, two fastball shapes and two legitimately above-average breaking balls, Gibson has the ingredients of a mid-rotation starter if the command settles in and the changeup becomes a usable weapon versus lefties. The path likely involves continued refinement in Triple-A, alternating with big-league spot starts as he learns to keep his walk and homer rates stable over larger samples. His recent line in Norfolk shows strikeout ability but also elevated WHIP, consistent with a pitcher still smoothing out fastball location rather than one lacking stuff. If the control backs up or the changeup never arrives, he has a realistic floor as a multi-inning or middle-relief arm who leans on his slider/curve combo. Given his undrafted background and relatively short track record, a conservative projection is a sturdy #4 with upside to a #3 if development continues, but risk remains tied to command volatility.
Projected MLB role: up-down starter
- Position: P
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
- Height: 77 in
- Weight: 240 lb
- Born: 2002-05-18
- 80Grade overall rank: #139
- 80Grade team rank: #6
Recent stories about Trey Gibson
- Elle's Baseball Musings: One Year After Game 7, Toronto Ran Out of Road
- Camden Futures Prospect Weekly: Anderson Arrives at Norfolk, Gibson's September Command
- The Weekend Round-up: Trey Gibson Fans Nine at Norfolk, Cooper Ingle Doubles Up at Columbus
- Camden Futures Prospect Weekly: O'Ferrall's Best Week, Bateman Misses 21 Bats at Frederick
Frequently asked questions
What position does Trey Gibson play?
Trey Gibson plays P.
Is Trey Gibson a left-handed or right-handed player?
Trey Gibson bats R and throws R.
Where does Trey Gibson rank as a prospect?
Trey Gibson is ranked No. 139 on 80Grade's consolidated prospect rankings.