Prep Baseball Report

Rising Stars On The Radar: 2028 OF/1B Jadiel Baez (James Monroe)


Joe Walentin
PBR Staff

Athletic 6-foot, 185-pound primary outfielder who showcases premium bat-to-ball skills and all-around athleticism. The swing is short and efficient, working quickly into the zone with 17g of rotational acceleration and bat speed up to 72 MPH. Shows natural ability to elevate the baseball, producing a 96 MPH max exit velocity during a scout day early in the summer. Moves well defensively with fluid actions and confident routes in the outfield, showing an accurate 80 MPH arm. Ran a 7.10 in the 60-yard dash, rounding out a well-balanced toolset that projects well at the next level.



Jadiel Baez

Class of 2028 / OF

Player Information

  • Graduating Class: 2028
  • Primary Position: OF
    Secondary Position: 1B
  • High School: Metropolitan Soundview High School (the)
    State: NY
  • Summer Team: 5tp development
  • Height: 6-0
    Weight: 185lbs
  • Bat/Throw: R/L

Scouting Report