Julio Lugo
| AB | 4758 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .269 |
| OBP | .333 |
| SLG | .384 |
| HR | 80 |
- Full name Julio Cesar Lugo
- Born 11/16/1975 in Barahona, Dominican Republic
- Died 11/15/2021 in Santo Domingo Centro, Dominican Republic
- Profile Ht.: 6'1" / Wt.: 175 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- School Connors State JC
- Debut 04/15/2000
- Drafted in the 43rd round (1,193rd overall) by the Houston Astros in 1994.
Top Rankings
Organization Prospect Rankings
-
Background: The Dominican-born Lugo moved to New York City when he was 15 years old. Lugo's younger brother, Ruddy, is a top prospect at Xaverian High in Brooklyn and could be drafted in the first two rounds in '99 as either a pitcher or shortstop. Strengths: Lugo has a chance to be a complete offensive player. He has well above-average speed and is an aggressive and instinctive baserunner. He has hit 28 triples the last two years and has the raw power to hit 15-20 home runs a year in the big leagues. Lugo also has good hands and enough arm strength to play shortstop at the major league level. His makeup is outstanding. Weaknesses: The questions about Lugo center mostly around his footwork. He lacks the smooth balance that characterizes top-flight shortstops, especially when charging balls or going into the hole. The Future: Lugo was called up to Triple-A New Orleans to play shortstop in the Triple-A playoffs. He showed he is ready to be challenged after three years in Class A ball.
Scouting Reports
-
Background: The Dominican-born Lugo moved to New York City when he was 15 years old. Lugo's younger brother, Ruddy, is a top prospect at Xaverian High in Brooklyn and could be drafted in the first two rounds in '99 as either a pitcher or shortstop. Strengths: Lugo has a chance to be a complete offensive player. He has well above-average speed and is an aggressive and instinctive baserunner. He has hit 28 triples the last two years and has the raw power to hit 15-20 home runs a year in the big leagues. Lugo also has good hands and enough arm strength to play shortstop at the major league level. His makeup is outstanding. Weaknesses: The questions about Lugo center mostly around his footwork. He lacks the smooth balance that characterizes top-flight shortstops, especially when charging balls or going into the hole. The Future: Lugo was called up to Triple-A New Orleans to play shortstop in the Triple-A playoffs. He showed he is ready to be challenged after three years in Class A ball.
