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2022 13U National Showcase
Ralph Ortiz is a 2027 SS/RHP, 3B with a 6-1 150 lb. frame from Needville, TX who attends Needville. Medium, athletic frame with square shoulders and present strength, additional room to fill moving forward. Ran an 8.20 60-yard dash. Primary shortstop, athletic actions on the move, easy pace to strides and gets behind the ball on time, longer arm swing through the back but works on top of ball well, present arm strength and carry across diamond, nice foundation of tools to build upon. Also pitched, works to a higher three-quarter release point and was in attack mode with fastball throughout; topped out at 83 mph and located to arm side well, collected plenty of swings and misses. Fastball showed good life through the zone, extended out front with drive through lower half. Slurve-like finish to breaking ball up to 67 mph and showed a rare changeup at 74 mph with fading life to arm side. Right-handed hitter, begins with an open stance and a high hand set and back elbow at the plate, moving parts to set up and employs a longer stride moving into contact. Looks to lift at point of contact, occasional upper cut to swing path but also able to generate leverage. Quickness to hands and swings with intent, creates some barrel whip and has additional strength to unlock moving forward.