Prospect Spotlight – Andruw Monasterio

Andrew Monasterio       SS/2B                    Potomac Nationals (High-A)

DOB: 05/30/1997      Height:  6’0”       Weight: 175       Bats: Right          Throws: Right

Originally signed by the Chicago Cubs as an international free agent in May 2014, Monasterio was acquired by Washington in the August trade of Daniel Murphy.  The 21-year-old Monasterio is a plus athlete with a projectable 6’0” 175lbs frame and looks the part of a major league infielder.  He possesses easy above-average speed and excellent instincts, which allows him to impressively run the bases.  Monasterio shows tremendous hustle and a high Baseball IQ.

Defensively Monasterio has split time between shortstop and second base in my viewings.  He shows soft hands and polished actions fielding the ball.  Monasterio has above-average first-step quickness and excellent instincts, helping him range well in any direction.  He possesses an above-average, accurate arm with a quick release.  In addition, he seems comfortable charging the baseball and throwing on the run.  Monasterio projects as average at shortstop, and potentially above-average at either second or third base.
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At the plate the right-handed hitting Monasterio has a simple, quiet swing built for contact.  He has average to slightly above-average bat speed.  He keeps his hands close to his body and naturally swings inside-out.  In game action he primarily uses the middle of the field, making solid contact and peppering the gaps with line drives.  Monasterio will flash occasional power during batting practice and can pull inside fastballs enough to keep pitchers’ honest.  Assuming he adds strength as he matures, he still profiles as a “30” power hitter.  However, his contact oriented approach and easy swing project as a “40/45” type hit tool in the big leagues.

Monasterio is an intriguing prospect due to his athleticism, plus-plus Baseball IQ and potential for three above-average tools.  His lack of a plus tool and true home run power limits his ceiling, but Monasterio’s defensive aptitude at three infield positions should get him to the major leagues.  He has a ceiling as a versatile backup infielder, with his likely outcome being a Triple-A infielder who receives a few major league promotions.

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2 thoughts on “Prospect Spotlight – Andruw Monasterio

  1. Ryan does Monestary Man comp to that infielder we traded for Taylor Gushue
    ?
    Next blog writing could be you waxing on how brass may have to use Harrisburg as
    A holding spot for some short call- ups what with Fresno on the left coast and coupled with numerous charter or regional jet connections to snake east.
    Great review

    • Hey Jeff,

      Good thought but Bostick is a very different prospect than Monasterio. Bostick was more boom or bust due to his power potential, but he was a poor defender considering his athletic ability. Essentially he was a bat without a position.

      Monasterio doesn’t have a big ceiling, but he has a high floor and should stick defensively somewhere in the infield.

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