Luis De León
Pitching scouting report · 80Grade
Scouting summary
Given his age, frame, and three-pitch mix, De León projects as a potential mid-rotation left-hander if command and physical strength continue to progress, with a more realistic outcome as a back-end starter. The fastball/changeup foundation already misses bats at Double-A, and the slider offers another path to strikeouts, but he must move from being merely around the zone to consistently hitting spots. If the delivery tightens and he learns to better leverage his arsenal in leverage counts, he could handle a #4 role with average innings and solid strikeout totals. Should command stall or the third pitch lag, his stuff would still likely support a multi-inning relief role. The next few seasons of upper-minors performance, especially walk rate and durability, will clarify whether he can hold a starter’s workload.
Projected MLB role: #4 starter
- Position: P
- Bats: L
- Throws: L
- Height: 75 in
- Weight: 168 lb
- Born: 2003-04-14
- 80Grade overall rank: #257
- 80Grade team rank: #12
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Frequently asked questions
What position does Luis De León play?
Luis De León plays P.
Is Luis De León a left-handed or right-handed player?
Luis De León bats L and throws L.
Where does Luis De León rank as a prospect?
Luis De León is ranked No. 257 on 80Grade's consolidated prospect rankings.