Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
John Gant, a 2011 12th-round pick by the New York Mets, has had an outstanding first full professional season with the Savannah Sand Gnats (Low-A affiliate). In 2014, he was named South Atlantic League Pitcher of the Week after throwing a one-hit shutout with 8 strikeouts. He currently leads the league with 2 shutouts, ranks 4th in ERA (2.76), and has 10 wins (2nd in league). He was also selected to the 2014 Annual South Atlantic League All-Star Team as the starting right-handed pitcher. Gant nearly threw a no-hitter and came close to a perfect game in consecutive weeks. He has completed 2 seven-inning games and is performing well above expectations for a young pitcher in his first full season.
Strengths
- + Named SAL Pitcher of the Week
- + Selected to 2014 Annual All-Star Team as starting RHP
- + 10 wins (2nd in league)
- + 2 shutouts (leads league)
- + 2.76 ERA (4th in league)
- + 111 strikeouts in season
- + .233 batting average against
- + Nearly threw no-hitter and perfect game in consecutive weeks
- + 2 complete game shutouts
- + Strong mental approach and composure
- + Excellent performance in first full professional season
- + Local connection to Savannah provides motivation
Weaknesses
- - Young pitcher still developing
- - Limited professional experience
- - Low-A level competition (not yet tested at higher levels)
- - One hit away from no-hitter (shows some inconsistency in execution)
About
John Gant is a rp for the Chicago Cubs.
Player Overview
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