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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
John Gant, a 2011 12th-round pick by the New York Mets, has had an outstanding 2014 season in the South Atlantic League with the Savannah Sand Gnats. He was named SAL Pitcher of the Week after throwing a one-hit shutout with 8 strikeouts against Lexington, coming within one out of a no-hitter. Gant has compiled a 10-5 record with a 2.59-2.76 ERA, 111 strikeouts, and 2 complete game shutouts. He leads the league in shutouts and ranks third in ERA and batting average against (.233). Gant was selected to the 2014 South Atlantic League All-Star Team as the starting right-handed pitcher and was nominated for Pitcher of the Week twice in July. His performance demonstrates excellent command, durability, and competitive focus.
Strengths
- + Outstanding 2014 season with 10 wins and sub-2.80 ERA
- + Named SAL Pitcher of the Week after near no-hitter performance
- + Selected to 2014 South Atlantic League All-Star Team
- + Leads league in shutouts (2) with strong complete game ability
- + Excellent strikeout production (111 K's) with strong command
- + Ranks third in ERA (2.59) and batting average against (.233)
- + Demonstrates mental toughness and competitive focus
- + Nominated for Pitcher of the Week twice in July
- + First full professional season showing stellar performance
- + Local connection to Savannah provides comfort and motivation
Weaknesses
- - Still in low-A ball, early in professional development
- - Limited track record at higher levels of competition
- - Young pitcher with injury history to monitor going forward
About
John Gant is a rp for the Chicago Cubs.
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