LATEST PG SHOWCASE REPORT
2023 National Underclass Showcase-Main Event
Santiago Ortiz is a 2025 1B/RHP with a 6-3 200 lb. frame from Carolina, PR who attends St John’s High School. Big durable build. On the mound, its a stretch only operation with belt high lift and some drop and drive style tendencies. The arm swing has short takeback to a high three-quarters release. Fastball plays true with subtle arm side run back to the inner third. Located the fastball to all four quadrants and allowed a short breaking ball to play up off of it. Pulled the string nicely on a good fade changeup as well. He showed decent glove actions and arm strength at first base as well as feel for the inside turn. Right-handed hitter, narrow stance and compact bat speed to impact. Timing inconsistencies hindered the results but has the physical tools to be excited about given proper refinements. 7.51 60-yard. Excellent student.