@Jsamaniego_12 88
Velocity (max)
8/03/26
CLASS OF 2027
LHP
OF
Jose
Samaniego
St Francis - Wheaton (HS) • IL
6' 3" • 176.2LBS
L/L • 17yr 7mo
Travel Team: Sparks North Red
6' 3" • 176.2LBSL/L • 17yr 7mo
Travel Team: Sparks North Red
Rankings
2027 National
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2027 State
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Commitment
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Best Of Stats
Fastball
81.7 - 86.2
Velo Range
8/03/26
1903
Spin Rate (avg)
2/28/26
Changeup
75 - 79
Velo Range
10/12/25
1647
Spin Rate (avg)
10/12/25
Curveball
72 - 77
Velo Range
8/03/26
1943
Spin Rate (avg)
8/03/26
Slider
73 - 76
Velo Range
7/16/26
-
Spin Rate (avg)
7.79
60-yd
10/12/25
4.20
30-yd
10/12/25
1.79
10-yd
10/12/25
17.1
Run speed (max)
10/12/25
Positional Tools
2025
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.79
Hitting
Hitting
Pitching
2026
2025
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.1
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).
1871
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.
22.2
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).
71.4
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).
1827
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.1
Changeup
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).
1596
Changeup
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).
75.4
Splitter
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).
1198
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).
85.2
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.4
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).
1780
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.
21.9
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).
68.3
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).
1558
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).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.1
Changeup
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).
1461
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 3, 2026
Trackman - Fastball
87.6
Velocity (max)
81.7 - 86.2
Velo Range
81.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,058
Spin Rate (max)
1,861
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
78.4
Velocity (max)
71.9 - 76.7
Velo Range
71.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,111
Spin Rate (max)
1,943
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.3
Velocity (max)
74.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,344
Spin Rate (max)
1,344
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - Splitter
76.6
Velocity (max)
74.3 - 76.6
Velo Range
71.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
990
Spin Rate (max)
1,198
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Feb 28, 2026
Trackman - Fastball
85.7
Velocity (max)
83.9 - 85.3
Velo Range
81.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,059
Spin Rate (max)
1,903
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
67.6
Velocity (max)
64.2 - 66.4
Velo Range
61.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,678
Spin Rate (max)
1,595
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
76.6
Velocity (max)
73.3 - 76.2
Velo Range
72.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,714
Spin Rate (max)
1,637
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Class of 2027 Showcase
Oct 12, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
85.2
Velocity (max)
82.5 - 84.7
Velo Range
81.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,947
Spin Rate (max)
1,824
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
72.4
Velocity (max)
65.7 - 72.0
Velo Range
68.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,893
Spin Rate (max)
1,642
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
78.9
Velocity (max)
75.3 - 78.9
Velo Range
75.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,818
Spin Rate (max)
1,647
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
O'Hare Preseason ID
Feb 9, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
80.1
Velocity (max)
78.8 - 80.0
Velo Range
77.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,850
Spin Rate (max)
1,742
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
68.8
Velocity (max)
66.4 - 68.8
Velo Range
65.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,553
Spin Rate (max)
1,458
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
76.5
Velocity (max)
74.4 - 75.9
Velo Range
73.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,335
Spin Rate (max)
1,238
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2026
2025
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
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
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
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Pitching Velos
2026
2025
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
84.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.8
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.2
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.2
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.1
Game Performance
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.78
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
4.2
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.79
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
Vizual Edge
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Preseason All-State Upperclass: Pitcher Analysis - Jun 2, 2026
- Preseason All-State Upperclass: Pitcher Data Dive - Mar 9, 2026
- Class of 2027: Pitcher Analysis - Oct 31, 2025
- Class of 2027 Showcase: Quick Hits - Oct 17, 2025
- Class of 2027 Showcase: Statistical Analysis - Oct 15, 2025
- O'Hare Preseason ID: Pitcher Analysis - Apr 21, 2025
- O'Hare Preseason ID: Pitching Data Dive - Feb 12, 2025
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Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 6-2, 159.4-pounds. Lean, long-levered, room for additional strength.
Delivery: Simple mover, small leg lift, tall/fall down the mound.
Arm Action: LH. Compact arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T86, 84-85 mph. Plays with arm-side run at times. T2059, 1903 average rpm.
CB: 64-66 mph. 1/7 shape, gradual shape. T1678, 1595 average rpm.
CH: 73-76 mph. Plays with fade, works down in the zone. T1714, 1637 average rpm.
Uncommitted, 6-foot-2, 159-pound, long and lanky frame, the southpaw tossed an intriguing bullpen on Sunday, the fastball worked up to 85 mph, sitting 83-84 mph with -12 in. of avg. HM. Samaniego flashed two off-speeds, the curveball played at 66-72 mph with control around the zone, and the changeup played at 75-79 mph with -16 in. of avg. HM.
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 6-1, 166.8-pounds. Room to grow
Delivery: Long lanky delivery, some tilt and topple.
Arm Action: LH. Long high 3/4 slot.
FB: T80, 79-80 mph. Slight arm side run with some angle. T1850, 1742 average rpm.
CB: 66-69 mph. 1/7 shape, showed depth. T1553, 1458 average rpm.
CH: 74-76 mph. Slight arm side action. T1335, 1238 average rpm.