Scouting Report: Juan Morillo
Arizona Diamondbacks | RP
Overall
Summary
Juan Morillo, a 27-year-old Venezuelan right-handed pitcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks, has emerged as a crucial bullpen piece in 2026 following injuries to A.J. Puk and Justin Martínez. Through May 10, 2026, Morillo has posted a 2.00 ERA over 18.0 innings with a 0.72 WHIP, 21 strikeouts, and only 4 walks. His elite pitch arsenal features a four-seam fastball and sinker both averaging over 98 mph, ranking in the 90th percentile or higher across six Statcast categories. Morillo has allowed just 2 earned runs in 16⅔ innings from April 1-May 10, with 20 strikeouts and 3 walks. He credits his success to improved mental preparation and competitive mentality, with manager Torey Lovullo and teammate Gabriel Moreno praising his execution and confidence in high-leverage situations.
Strengths
- Elite pitch arsenal with fastball and sinker averaging 98+ mph
- Exceptional control improvement in 2026 (0.72 WHIP)
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