Fernando Graterol
Hitting scouting report · 80Grade
Scouting summary
Graterol has the ingredients of a catcher-first prospect with enough offensive upside to merit serious attention, but the floor is still tied to whether the bat can get to usable contact against better pitching. The combination of youthful production, physical projection, and reported bat speed gives him a path to an everyday-caliber catching role if the hit tool reaches fringe-average and the defense settles at playable. More conservatively, the most likely outcome is a power-oriented backstop who can move through the system as long as the receiving and game management keep improving. The ceiling is attractive because of the raw power and athleticism for the position, but the swing decisions and defensive refinement will determine whether he becomes a regular or a bat-first catcher with some value.
Projected MLB role: second-division C
- Position: C
- Org: White Sox
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
- Height: 73 in
- Weight: 185 lb
- Born: 2008-10-09
- 80Grade overall rank: #812
- 80Grade team rank: #27
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Frequently asked questions
What position does Fernando Graterol play?
Fernando Graterol plays C.
What team does Fernando Graterol play for?
Fernando Graterol is currently with White Sox.
Is Fernando Graterol a left-handed or right-handed player?
Fernando Graterol bats R and throws R.
Where does Fernando Graterol rank as a prospect?
Fernando Graterol is ranked No. 812 on 80Grade's consolidated prospect rankings.