Larry Ernesto
| AB | 426 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .216 |
| OBP | .276 |
| SLG | .329 |
| HR | 7 |
- Full name Larry Miguel Ernesto
- Born 09/12/2000 in La Romana, Dominican Republic
- Profile Ht.: 6'2" / Wt.: 175 / Bats: S / Throws: R
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Track Record: The Brewers quickly zeroed in on the athletic Ernesto during the 2017-18 international signing period and agreed to sign him for a $1.8 million bonus. The switch-hitter showed a good approach at the plate, especially for his age, sending line drives to all fields. He spent most of the 2018 season in the Dominican Summer League, where he struggled to make contact at times because of over-aggressiveness at the plate.
Scouting Report: The switch-hitting Ernesto has the tools to hit if he improves his approach. He is a better hitter from the left side of plate, but the Brewers think he will become a factor from both sides and eventually develop more power as he matures physically. He has above-average speed that plays well in center field and on the bases. Ernesto shows good instincts in center but needs to work on improving his routes and angles on drives in the gaps. His arm strength is above-average and should improve with physical maturity.
The Future: The Brewers see the tools for Ernesto to develop into an all-around performer on both sides of the ball. Improving his strength and approach will be key for him to get there.
