19.8
Hand Speed (max)
7/30/25
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Positional Profile: 1B/LHP Trending upside first baseman with dependable defense and legitimate present strength in the bat.
Body: 5-8, 184-pounds. Compact, strong frame with broad shoulders and a sturdy lower half built for strength-based production.
Delivery: Works from a compact, efficient motion. Front hip initiates the move down the mound as he stays centered and under control. Brief gather at the balance point before moving forward, maintaining rhythm and tempo throughout. Stays fluid into foot strike with solid direction and balance.
Arm Action: LH. Short, clean arm stroke that works quickly to an over-the-top release. Arm action is repeatable and easy, allowing him to stay on line to the plate.
FB: T76, 73-75 mph. Shows confidence attacking the strike zone, able to move to all four quadrants. Works with intent and demonstrates feel for location rather than pure velocity. T1997, 1884 average rpm.
ATH: 7.40 runner in the 60. 1.74 and 4.11 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 22.00 max vertical.
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP Trending upside first baseman with dependable defense and legitimate present strength in the bat.
Body: 5-8, 184-pounds. Compact, strong frame with broad shoulders and a sturdy lower half built for strength-based production.
Hit: LHH. Sets up with a tighter, upright posture through the upper and lower half. Hands start high with the back elbow tucked, barrel working more vertical. Shows flex in the knees and uses a controlled, medium leg lift to get into his load. Weight settles into the back side before an aggressive forward move. Length through the zone, producing a longer barrel path geared for impact. 68.5 mph bat speed with 9 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 max exit velocity, averaged 86.5 mph. 314' max distance.
Arm: LH. INF-73 mph. Longer arm action from a high 3/4 slot with a full windup.
Defense: Reliable actions at first base. Works from the ground up with steady feet, soft hands, and smooth, efficient transfers. Comfortable handling throws and shows feel for the position with a solid lower-half foundation.
ATH: 7.40 runner in the 60. 1.74 and 4.11 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 22.00 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 71.31 Edge Score
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP Sound 1B fielder with present strength at the plate.
Body: 5-8, 185-pounds. Broad, sturdy build.
Hit: LHH. Narrow upper and lower half stance. Back elbow pointed straight down with bat angled towards sky. Bent in knees. Medium leg kick stride. Hands cast outward heavily. Loads in back leg. Lands hard on front foot with long barrel path. 66.8 mph bat speed with 9 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 95 max exit velocity, averaged 87.3 mph. 321' max distance.
Arm: LH. INF-69 mph. High 3/4 arm slot. Long release with full windup. Shows decent accuracy with room to add strength.
Defense: Lower half fielder. Smooth footwork with easy transfer.
ATH: 7.25 runner in the 60. 1.63 and 3.96 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 21.70 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 64.49 Edge Score
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 5-7, 176.4 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Balanced, uses front foot for leverage, heavier core action, medium stride. Loose hands, smooth path, stays on top of the ball. 65.5 mph bat speed with 7g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (83.2 avg.); 275-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. INF - 72.00 mph. Compact arm circle, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Lateral quickness staying in front of the ball, two-hand gather.
Athletic Testing: 7.68 runner in the 60-yard dash.
Aiden Vargas, Palos Verdes (CA), 2028
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 5-8, 160-pounds. Strong frame with present strength.
Delivery: Short delivery. Leads with front hip. Fluid motion with slight pause at balance point.
Arm Action: LH. Concise over the top release.
FB: Comfortable working all quadrants of the zone.
CB: Sharp vertical and horizontal break.
CH: Vertical break with some horizontal break.
ATH: Body control throughout.
Aiden Vargas, Palos Verdes (CA), 2028
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 5-8, 160-pounds. Strong frame with present strength.
Hit: LHH. Even stance with hands away from body below shoulder. Holds bat vertically. Narrow base with slight bend in knees. Consistently pulls the ball. Long finish.
Power: Higher launch angle that produces a lot of fly balls.
Arm: LH. INF-70 mph. Short over the top release.
Defense: Calm footwork that keeps his body moving through the play.
ATH: Body control throughout.