@Ramirez5Cruz 
18.4
Hand Speed (max)
3/18/23
CLASS OF 2026
SS
RHP
Cruz
Ramirez
Muskego (HS) • WI
5' 8" • 159.4LBS
R/R • 17yr 4mo
Travel Team: Midwest Halos
5' 8" • 159.4LBSR/R • 17yr 4mo
Travel Team: Midwest Halos
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
65.8
Bat Speed (max)
3/16/24
10.5
Rot. Acc (max)
3/16/24
-
Hard Hit %
87.5
Exit Velocity (max)
3/16/24
84.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
3/16/24
266
Distance (max)
3/18/23
50
Sweet Spot %
3/18/23
7.24
60-yd
3/16/24
-
30-yd
1.80
10-yd
3/18/23
17.9
Run speed (max)
3/18/23
83
INF Velo
3/16/24
-
OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
82.3
Velocity (max)
3/16/24
80 - 82
Velo Range
3/16/24
1989
Spin Rate (avg)
3/16/24
Changeup
73 - 75
Velo Range
3/16/24
1858
Spin Rate (avg)
3/18/23
Curveball
70 - 71
Velo Range
3/16/24
2095
Spin Rate (avg)
3/18/23
Slider
72.6 - 73.1
Velo Range
3/16/24
2122
Spin Rate (avg)
3/16/24
Positional Tools
2024
2023
2022
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.24
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
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.
12.1
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.50
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.0
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.
11.4
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.95
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
71.0
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.
10.0
Hitting
2024
2023
2022
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.5
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
257
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
106
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
3.5247
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).
85.2
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.5
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
266
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
181
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
19.4927
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).
79.4
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.2
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
214
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
119
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
15.4528
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.
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 16, 2024
Trackman - Hitting
87.5
Exit Velocity (max)
84.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
106
Distance (avg)
257
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Trackman - Hitting
85.2
Exit Velocity (max)
77.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
181
Distance (avg)
266
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Milwaukee Rising Stars ID
Apr 5, 2022
Trackman - Hitting
79.4
Exit Velocity (max)
69.2
Exit Velocity (avg)
119
Distance (avg)
214
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2024
2023
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
18.3
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
17.6
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
65.8
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
64.2
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.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
18.4
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
17.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
63.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
60.8
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.
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 16, 2024
Blast - Hitting
18.3
Hand Speed (max)
17.6
Hand Speed (avg)
65.8
Bat Speed (max)
64.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Blast - Hitting
18.4
Hand Speed (max)
17.1
Hand Speed (avg)
63.6
Bat Speed (max)
60.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2024
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.3
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.5
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).
1989
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).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.2
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).
2074
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).
73.7
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).
1384
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.8
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).
2122
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
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).
1824
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.
23.4
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).
68.6
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).
2095
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).
71.1
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).
1858
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).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
67.9
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).
2084
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).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
73.6
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.7
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).
1761
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.
24.2
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).
66.6
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).
1904
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).
66.2
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).
1340
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).
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 16, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
82.3
Velocity (max)
79.5 - 81.6
Velo Range
79.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,081
Spin Rate (max)
1,989
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
70.9
Velocity (max)
69.9 - 70.7
Velo Range
67.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,123
Spin Rate (max)
2,074
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
73.3
Velocity (max)
72.6 - 73.1
Velo Range
70.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,213
Spin Rate (max)
2,122
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
74.8
Velocity (max)
72.9 - 74.5
Velo Range
70.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,512
Spin Rate (max)
1,384
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Trackman - Fastball
78.9
Velocity (max)
77.4 - 78.7
Velo Range
76.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,924
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
69.3
Velocity (max)
68.0 - 69.2
Velo Range
66.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,141
Spin Rate (max)
2,095
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
68.3
Velocity (max)
67.5 - 68.3
Velo Range
66.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,107
Spin Rate (max)
2,084
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
71.5
Velocity (max)
70.6 - 71.5
Velo Range
69.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,892
Spin Rate (max)
1,858
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Milwaukee Rising Stars ID
Apr 5, 2022
Trackman - Fastball
73.6
Velocity (max)
72.1 - 73.3
Velo Range
70.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,831
Spin Rate (max)
1,761
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Curveball
67.0
Velocity (max)
66.3 - 66.9
Velo Range
64.2
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,919
Spin Rate (max)
1,904
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Trackman - ChangeUp
67.6
Velocity (max)
64.5 - 67.6
Velo Range
62.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,493
Spin Rate (max)
1,340
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Pitch Scores
2023
2022
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
Pitching Velos
2024
2023
2022
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
74.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
73.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.8
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
68.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
72.5
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
66.5
Game Performance
2024
2023
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.
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.80
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
7.50
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
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.
Milwaukee Preseason ID
Mar 18, 2023
Swift
1.80
10-yd
7.50
60-yd
17.9
Run speed (max)
1.68
RSI (max)
1.68
RSI (avg)
485
Jump Power (max)
Vizual Edge
2024
2023
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.
77.37
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.
71.35
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- Preseason Power 25 Countdown: No. 1 Muskego - Apr 1, 2025
- Prep Baseball Wisconsin Best of 2024: Top Infield Velocity - Nov 21, 2024
- Milwaukee Preseason ID: Quick Hits - Mar 22, 2024
- Wisconsin Class of 2026 Rankings: Newcomers - Dec 8, 2023
- Wisconsin Class of 2026 Rankings: On the Radar - Sep 8, 2023
- Milwaukee Rising Stars ID: Takeaways - Apr 8, 2022
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Physical
2024
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: SS/RHP
Body: 5-8, 159-pounds. Athletic frame with present strength with more coming.
Delivery: Athletic mover; side steps into high knee, tall balance point, moves down mound in control, athletic finish, square to target.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose, easy; high 3/4 slot, above-average arm speed.
FB: T82, 80-82 mph. Four-seam, straight, shows some life. T2081, 1989 average rpm.
CB: 70-71 mph. 12/6 shape with feel to locate; projects. T2123, 2074 average rpm.
SL: 73-73 mph. Aggressive; projects, flashed late bite, sweep. T2213, 2122 average rpm.
CH: 73-75 mph. Maintains arm speed; cuts the change, deceptive. T1512, 1384 average rpm.
ATH: 7.24 runner in the 60. 25.80 max vertical.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-8, 159-pounds. Athletic frame with present strength with more coming.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, simple load, closed stride, balanced finish. Downhill with whippy bat speed through the ball, ball jumps off bat to all fields, can hit. 64.2 mph bat speed with 8 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 88 max exit velocity, averaged 84.6 mph. 257' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-83 mph. Athletic arm action, plays on the move and from different slots, throws play with carry.
Defense: Clean actions, sure hands, clean hands, smooth funnel, feet work through the ball towards target.
ATH: 7.24 runner in the 60. 25.80 max vertical.
RHP/INF Cruz Ramirez (Muskego, 2026) is a 5-foot-8, 150 pound athlete with a projectable framed two way prospect. He hit with a well-sequenced, centered and balanced swing and drove balls consistently gap to gap. He really opened some eyes with the glove as well with smooth fluid actions and a quick first step in the middle of the infield. He threw the ball 80 mph across the infield with accuracy and carry through the first basemen. Ramirez impressed with his performance on the mound as well. He showcased a clean and repeatable delivery with a quick arm from a three-quarter arm slot getting his fastball up to 79 mph with some arm side run and feel for the zone. His fastball sets up a sharp 11/5 curveball that he can land for strikes and get below the zone for swing and miss and chase. He also features a slider with short quick two plane break that he can land in the zone and get chases on the pitch. Finally his change up rounds out the impressive arsenal with hard running fade at the plate at 71-72 mph. Overall, Ramirez is a prospect that placed himself firmly on our staff’s radar going into the spring and summer circuits.
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-8, 145-pounds. Athletic build, more fill coming.
Hit: RHH. Stock set up, athletic. Well sequenced, balanced and centered swing, direct hand path, gap-to-gap.
Power: 85 max exit velocity, averaged 77.5 mph. 266' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Compact, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two-hand gather out front, fields ball to body, quick transfer, moves well laterally.
Run: 7.50 runner in the 60.
Delivery: Uptempo delivery with bounce, controlled, tall and fall delivery with finish towards home plate.
Arm Action: RH. Short, quick arm, 3/4 slot.
FB: T79, 77-79 mph. Thrown downhill with some run. T1924, 1824 average rpm.
CB: 68-69 mph. Tight 11/5 break, flashed sharpness. T2141, 2095 average rpm.
SL: 68-68 mph. Tight with short wrinkle, feel for the pitch. T2107, 2084 average rpm.
CH: 71-72 mph. Hard running action. T1892, 1858 average rpm.
Ramirez has a short, quick arm and budding athleticism to pay attention to on the mound. He reached a 73.6 mph high with the fastball that projects as a sinker-type, leaving a higher slot, creating some angle to home. He showed some feel to spin an aggressive curveball, too, in the 1900 rpm range, and his changeup was another quality one on the day, with sink/fade traits that work well alongside his fastball. Ramirez showcased skillfully in the field. Smooth actions around the diamond with a clean ¾ action that plays quick on the infield. From a fielding perspective, Ramirez showcased feel for footwork, momentum capture with direction, and easy actions overall. From the box, Ramirez worked tall with a toe tap and hit low flights to all fields with a tight swing.