2. Jordan Groshans
Minors (A): 96 plate appearances, .337/.427/.482, six doubles, two homers, 13 walks, 21 strikeouts
With the likes of Bo Bichette, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Danny Jansen in the majors, this was supposed to be the year that Jordan Groshans established himself as the Toronto Blue Jays top prospect. Instead, a foot injury cost Groshans most of the 2019 campaign.
Groshans even being a part of the Blue Jays roster is a bit of a surprise. With Guerrero and Bichette in the fold, the right side of Toronto’s infield appeared set for years to come. However, Groshan’s upside was more than the Blue Jays felt they could pass up with the 12th overall selection.
One can quickly see why. Groshans has a short, quick swing with excellent power as the ball explodes off his bat. He makes consistent contact, and uses the entire field at the plate. The biggest complaint one can make is that his swing is more line drive oriented, but he could still be a 25 home run hitter down the road.
If Groshans continues to develop as expected, he will force the Blue Jays into an interesting dilemma. In theory, Guerrero and Bichette are the third baseman and shortstop of the present and future. Cavan Biggio outperformed expectations, and may have made himself the future at second. Could Groshans force Guerrero to first, or Biggio into a super utility role?
The Toronto Blue Jays could have an abundance of riches on the infield if Jordan Groshans continues to develop as planned. It is certainly a great situation to be in.