87.5
Velocity (max)
1/11/26
CLASS OF 2026
RHP
OF
Jose
Ortega
Calexico (HS) • CA
6' 3" • 199.5LBS
R/R • 18yr 3mo
Travel Team: Playa Vista Orioles
6' 3" • 199.5LBSR/R • 18yr 3mo
Travel Team: Playa Vista Orioles
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
85 - 87
Velo Range
1/11/26
2079
Spin Rate (avg)
1/06/24
Changeup
74.6 - 76.8
Velo Range
1/11/26
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Curveball
68 - 71
Velo Range
1/11/26
1869
Spin Rate (avg)
1/11/26
Slider
70.8 - 74.6
Velo Range
1/06/24
1673
Spin Rate (avg)
1/06/24
102.4
Exit Velocity (max)
1/11/26
94.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
1/06/24
395
Distance (max)
1/11/26
78
Sweet Spot %
1/11/26
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
1/11/26
78.4
Bat Speed (max)
1/11/26
13.9
Rot. Acc (max)
1/06/24
88
Hard Hit %
1/06/24
7.03
60-yd
1/11/26
3.83
30-yd
1/11/26
1.59
10-yd
1/11/26
19.2
Run speed (max)
1/11/26
-
INF Velo
87
OF Velo
1/11/26
-
C Velo
-
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Positional Tools
2026
2024
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Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.40
Outfield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an outfield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
13.8
Hitting
2026
2024
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
102.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
93.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
395
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
244
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
16.1067
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
101.8
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
94.8
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
373
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
231
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
16.913
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
San Diego Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 11, 2026
Trackman - Hitting
102.4
Exit Velocity (max)
93.9
Exit Velocity (avg)
244
Distance (avg)
395
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Barrel %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
SoCal Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jan 6, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
101.8
Exit Velocity (max)
94.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
231
Distance (avg)
373
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2026
2024
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
22.9
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.3
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
78.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
73.6
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.8
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
21.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
75.4
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
72.2
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
San Diego Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 11, 2026
Blast - Hitting
22.9
Hand Speed (max)
21.3
Hand Speed (avg)
78.4
Bat Speed (max)
73.6
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
SoCal Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jan 6, 2024
Blast - Hitting
21.8
Hand Speed (max)
21.1
Hand Speed (avg)
75.4
Bat Speed (max)
72.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2026
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.5
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1998
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
23.2
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.5
Curveball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1869
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Splitter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.7
Splitter
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.4
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2079
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
24.7
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.6
Slider
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1673
Slider
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Splitter
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.7
Splitter
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
San Diego Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Jan 11, 2026
Trackman - Fastball
87.5
Velocity (max)
85.2 - 86.8
Velo Range
83.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,088
Spin Rate (max)
1,998
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
71.0
Velocity (max)
68.0 - 71.0
Velo Range
65.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,937
Spin Rate (max)
1,869
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Splitter
76.8
Velocity (max)
74.6 - 76.8
Velo Range
72.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Zone %
SoCal Preseason All-State: Underclass (Invite-Only)
Jan 6, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
85.6
Velocity (max)
80.5 - 85.6
Velo Range
83.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,177
Spin Rate (max)
2,079
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
76.6
Velocity (max)
70.8 - 74.6
Velo Range
71.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,041
Spin Rate (max)
1,673
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Splitter
76.5
Velocity (max)
73.1 - 76.5
Velo Range
73.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2024
Fastball
Hop+
A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Rise+
A fastball with rise has a high percentage of backspin. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher fly ball percentage. Rise+ of 100 is MLB average
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Pitching Velos
2026
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
86.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Game Performance
2024
RSi
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
2026
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.59
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.83
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.03
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vizual Edge
2026
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
72.1
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- San Diego Preseason All-State: Positional Data Dive - Jan 16, 2026
- San Diego Preseason All-State: Pitcher Data Dive - Jan 16, 2026
- San Diego Preseason All-State: Quick Hits - Jan 14, 2026
- San Diego Preseason All-State: Statistical Analysis - Jan 12, 2026
- WEEK 7 GAMES - Apr 7, 2025
- Uncommitted Spotlight: '26 RHP/OF Jose Ortega - Jun 19, 2024
- San Diego Scout Notebook: 3/4 - 3/16 - Mar 18, 2024
- SoCal PreSeason All-State: Underclass TrackMan Hitting Leaderboards - Jan 11, 2024
- '24 So Cal Preseason All State Underclass Quick Hits - Jan 9, 2024
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Physical
2026
Grip Strgth (LH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (RH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Positional Profile: RHP/OF Physical right-hander with strike-throwing ability, usable three-pitch mix, and a strong athlete’s arm.
Body: 6-3, 200-pounds. Long, strong frame with broad shoulders and present physicality. Built to generate leverage and power, with room to continue refining athletic movement.
Delivery: Natural look. Maintains balance through the leg lift and moves down the mound under control. Stays tall through release with consistent direction to the plate. Not overly effortful, allowing him to repeat timing.
Arm Action: RH. Compact and clean with a quick arm through release. Slot stays consistent, helping him fill the zone and sequence pitches effectively.
FB: T87, 85-87 mph. Firm offering that comes out easy. Shows natural life through the zone and plays well when he stays on top of it. Comfortable attacking the strike zone and challenging hitters early. Potentially more in there. T2088, 1998 average rpm.
CB: 68-71 mph. Shows clear depth with later break. Comfortable throwing in early counts. T1937, 1869 average rpm.
SPLT: 75-77 mph. Feel for pitch with late drop. Best secondary weapon for inducing weak contact when kept down.
ATH: 7.03 runner in the 60. 1.59 and 3.83 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Positional Profile: RHP/OF Physical right-hander with strike-throwing ability, usable three-pitch mix, and a strong athlete’s arm.
Body: 6-3, 200-pounds. Long, strong frame with broad shoulders and present physicality. Built to generate leverage and power, with room to continue refining athletic movement.
Hit: RHH. Stands in the box relaxed with good posture and controlled rhythm. Hands work freely with a smooth load, allowing the barrel to get on plane early. Swing path is slightly uphill, producing consistent lift and deep carry when squared. Shows intent to drive the baseball in the air, especially to the pull side, while still handling pitches out front with authority. Contact quality stands out when he gets extended, as the ball jumps off the barrel with ease. 73.6 mph bat speed with 8 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 102 max exit velocity, averaged 93.9 mph. 395' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-87 mph. Throws come out clean with good carry and low effort. Longer circle, pulls down. Profiles comfortably in a corner spot.
Defense: Reads the ball well off the bat and takes direct routes. Moves with controlled strides and gathers cleanly into throws.
ATH: 7.03 runner in the 60. 1.59 and 3.83 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 72.1 Edge Score
I got my first look at Ortega and I walked away following his outing very impressed. The first thing you notice with him is his size at 6-3, 198 lbs and how mature he looks at only 17 years old. Once he threw his first pitch, you immediately notice his raw ability on the mound and his standout 3 pitch repertoire. He worked hitters with a sinking FB at 85-87 mph and found a lot of success at the top of the zone and on the inner half to blow up barrels. His SL (68-71 mph) was his main secondary and induced many whiffs and strikeouts during the outing. It displayed tight horizontal spin and it was a power pitch for him. The most intriguing pitch however, was his SPLT. It was 76-77 mph and played off his FB at a high level. It had a few tendencies to back up on him and have too much spin but those were on rare occasions. When it was on, which came at a high rate, it disappeared from barrels with its late, downward movement. Ortega had strong command for it and I still think it’s a developing pitch for him that can continue to improve over time. He ended up finishing with a CG shutout while only allowing 3 hits and struck out 7 Huskie batters. He had quick innings while he was out there and finished the game on only 78 pitches. At the plate, Ortega also did damage. He finished 2-3 with a 2-run double off the LF wall and also hit a single up the middle in the 6th inning. He gets extended with his bat head and creates whip with the barrel when coming through the hitting zone. He chased a few off-speed pitches out of the zone in his 1st AB but made adjustments in his 2nd and 3rd PAs that resulted in hits and also runs on the board for the Bulldogs. Overall, Ortega looked the part on both sides of the ball and his strong performance helped Calexico move to 11-3-1 in 2025.
Jose Ortega, Calexico High (CA), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-3, 198-pounds. physical frame with present strength
Delivery: RH. stretch only with a quick leg lift and sequences his hands well from a deep low set. there is intent in the operation with ability to work down the mound with body control.
Arm Action: RH. working from an almost low 3/4 slot the arm swing is smooth, loose and fast with whippy like arm speed. repeats his arm path consistently with starter profile.
FB: T85.6, 80.5-85.6 mph. shows above average life with run to the arm side. feel for the strike zone. T2177, 2079 average rpm.
SL: 76.6 mph. sweeper style SLD with good action and feel for the pitch. T2041, 1673 average rpm.
SPLT: 76.5 mph. flashes plus potential with hard late sink to the pitch.
ATH: 7.40 runner in the 60. good body control with quickness off the line
Jose Ortega, Calexico High (CA), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-3, 198-pounds. physical frame with present strength
Hit: RHH. open balanced stance with small knee bend. hands are set lower right off the back shoulder with low back elbow and loose hands. small leg lift with a shift into the back leg in the load. gets to launch consistently. the lower 1/2 is aggressive with fast hands and strength through the sequence. small tilt in the finish with lift in the path allows him to elevate the ball consistently to the middle/pull side of the field. 75.4 mph bat speed with 13.9 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 102 max exit velocity, averaged 94.8 mph. 373' max distance. power is impressive with consistent feel to lift the ball with authority. ball carries from the middle of the field to the pull side. launch 2 BP HR's. it's line to line potential power.
Arm: RH. OF-78 mph. arm is loose and quick with carry to to his throws.
Defense: moves well with good feel for his footwork and glove.
ATH: 7.40 runner in the 60. good body control with quickness off the line