Scouting Report: Hayden Jones
Chicago Cubs | C
Overall
Summary
Spencer Jones was promoted to the Yankees on May 8, 2026, following Jasson Dominguez's AC joint sprain. Jones has been one of the most dominant power hitters in Triple-A, hitting .258/.366/.592 with 11 homers and 41 RBIs over 33 games. He ranks in the 99th percentile in average exit velocity, max exit velocity, and barrel percentage. However, his 32.4% strikeout rate and 67.1% zone contact rate (worst tracked in MLB history) remain significant concerns. In his early MLB stint, Jones is 1-for-9 with 5 strikeouts in 10 plate appearances, though his bat speed (76.2 mph) and chase rate (26.7%) show some encouraging signs.
Strengths
- Elite raw power - 99th percentile in exit velocity and barrel percentage
- Exceptional RBI production in Triple-A (41 RBIs in 33 games)
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