The Los Angeles Angels have optioned outfield prospect Matthew Lugo to Triple-A Salt Lake. Lugo was in contention for a spot on the Opening Day roster but will instead begin his 2025 campaign in the minor leagues. During spring training, the former second-round selection posted a .293/.328/.466 slash line with four doubles and three triples. He did not go deep and held an underwhelming 2:18 BB:K ratio. Last summer, Lugo spent his entire campaign at the Triple-A level. Across 79 contests, the 23-year-old posted a .287/.376/.578 slash line with 21 doubles and 17 home runs. During the 2023 campaign, Lugo held a lower .242/.297/.381 slash line across 83 contests with Double-A. Fantasy managers should monitor his progression at Triple-A, as he may not need much time before making his MLB debut.
Boston Red Sox outfield prospect Matthew Lugo endured a subpar 2023 campaign at the Double-A level, showing a tendency to commit errors on the left side of the infield, as well as a below-average hit tool. The organization has experimented with his positional versatility and seems to have found a better home for him in left field, where he made a Gold Glove-caliber catch last week. Meanwhile, his bat has played very well so far this year as he has demonstrated an ability to put the ball in play, work walks, and even deliver a hint of power. Over five games last week, Lugo went 8-for-21 with two home runs, 11 RBI, five walks, and five strikeouts. He currently owns a seven-game hitting streak and could be pushing for his first-ever promotion to Triple-A sooner rather than later.
Matthew Lugo
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