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On Sunday, February 2nd, the PB California staff traveled to Santiago High School in Corona, CA, to host the Inland Empire Preseason ID, an open event for the class of 2025-2028.

Over 25 players made their way to Corona and participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball California staff.

More Inland Empire Preseason ID Content

• Statistical Analysis
• Quick Hits
• Data Dive: Pos. Player | Pitcher

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TOP OVERALL PROSPECTS

1. Joaquin Covarrubias, Bonita High (CA), 2027
Positional Profile: LHP
Body: 5-10, 158.1-pounds. Wiry athletic frame with some present strength.
Delivery: Short delivery. Leg lift kicks out before driving downhill. Closed delivery from stretch.
Arm Action: LH. Over the top release. Tight arm path after reaching back far.
FB: T87, 85-86 mph. Arm side run that plays towards outer half. T2092, 1980 average rpm.
CB: 72-75 mph. Sharp vertical break with some horizontal break. T2308, 2125 average rpm.
CH: 79-80 mph. Vertical break with some horizontal break. T1696, 1625 average rpm.

Positional Profile: OF
Hit: LHH. Even stance with hands above back shoulder. Narrow base with medium bend in knees. Rocks feet before load. Short to the ball. 69.6 mph bat speed with 7g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (85.1 avg.); 353-foot max batted distance. Pulls the ball on a line.
Arm: LH. OF - 91.00 mph. High three quarters release. Keeps the ball low.
Defense: Calm footwork progressing through the play.
Athletic Testing: 6.93 runner in the 60-yard dash. Short choppy strides.
Vizual Edge: 71.4 Edge Score.