Josuar Gonzalez
Hitting scouting report · 80Grade
Scouting summary
Gonzalez has a chance to develop into a regular shortstop because the profile is built around athleticism, switch-hitting ability, emerging on-base skill, and enough arm strength for the position. The most favorable path is improved contact quality and more consistent loft as he adds strength, allowing his present line-drive game to produce meaningful extra-base damage. The floor is lower if his defensive actions become merely adequate or if upper-level breaking balls expose swing-and-miss, in which case second base and a utility role become more realistic. At 18, the developmental runway is substantial, but the current evidence supports a conservative second-division regular projection rather than an established impact outcome.
Projected MLB role: second-division SS
- Position: SS
- Bats: S
- Throws: R
- Height: 72 in
- Weight: 167 lb
- Born: 2007-10-16
- 80Grade overall rank: #16
- 80Grade team rank: #1
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Frequently asked questions
What position does Josuar Gonzalez play?
Josuar Gonzalez plays SS.
Is Josuar Gonzalez a left-handed or right-handed player?
Josuar Gonzalez bats S and throws R.
Where does Josuar Gonzalez rank as a prospect?
Josuar Gonzalez is ranked No. 16 on 80Grade's consolidated prospect rankings.