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Red Sox Prospect Hits Ball Like Aaron Judge
3 Mar
Summary
- Justin Gonzales, 19, is Red Sox's No. 6 prospect.
- He hit a single with 117.3 mph exit velocity.
- This hit is fifth-hardest by a Red Sox batter ever.
The Boston Red Sox have a promising young talent in 19-year-old Justin Gonzales, who is currently showcasing his abilities during Spring Training. Gonzales, ranked as the club's No. 6 overall prospect, has openly stated his aspiration to become like New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge.
Demonstrating that ambition, Gonzales recently hit a single with an impressive exit velocity of 117.3 mph. This remarkable feat marks the fifth-hardest hit ball recorded by any Red Sox batter in the Statcast era, spanning spring, regular season, and postseason play.
Red Sox manager Alex Cora offered a humorous perspective on Gonzales's powerful performance, suggesting that if he weren't a baseball player born in the Dominican Republic, he would likely be playing tight end. The young slugger's potential is immense, and he is generating considerable excitement among the Red Sox fanbase for his future contributions.
