| Player: Jonathon Long | |||||||||||
| Org: Chicago Cubs | Highest Level: Triple A | Position(s): 1B | |||||||||
| Height: 5’11” | Weight: 210 lbs. | Bats: Right | Throws: Right | ||||||||
| Summary: The offensive profile for Long is driven by proven production and a bat that’s carried at every stop. He left college as one of the more reliable power sources in The Big West and didn’t lose momentum after turning pro, continuing to do damage as he climbed into the upper minors. The swing is compact and efficient with real strength behind it. He shows the ability to work counts without drifting into pure passivity, staying selective while still getting to pitches he can lift. There’s legitimate raw power that plays to all fields, and he doesn’t need to cheat for pull-side damage to get to it. When he’s on time, the ball comes off with carry and authority, pointing toward realistic mid-20s home run output in a regular role. The limiting factors are more about fit than bat quality. He’s shown clear platoon lean, doing most of his damage against right-handed pitching, which shapes how teams may deploy him. Defensively, the value is tied almost entirely to the offense—speed and arm restrict him to first base or DH, and the glove is serviceable rather than additive. The outcome likely settles somewhere between a strong-side platoon bat and a second-division regular, with opportunity and roster construction ultimately dictating how much of the power plays at the highest level. | |||||||||||
Shaun Kernahan is the founder and lead writer of Three Quarter Slot, where he blends scouting precision with a storyteller’s eye for the human side of the game. Based in Parker, Colorado, he has covered baseball prospects at every level since 2013, delivering in-depth evaluations, draft analysis, and developmental insight. Over the years, he has built Three Quarter Slot into a trusted home for thoughtful prospect coverage, detailed scouting reports, and a grounded look at how talent evolves
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