Erick Jaylen
Jimenez

Erick Jaylen Jimenez, Sandra Day O'Connor (AZ), 2027
Positional Profile: RHP/1B
Body: 6-5, 199-pounds.
Hit: LHH. Slightly open with a narrow base. Hands even with the shoulder with slight barrel tilt at launch. Toe tap gather to stride forward and can get jumpy at times. Quick hands with long levers. Best when staying balanced and through the middle. Shows thump when on time with the ability to use all fields and pull side pop. 69.5 mph bat speed with 12 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 100 max exit velocity, averaged 89.9 mph. 371' max distance.
Arm: RH. Clean arm action on throws with repeatable mechanics. Ball comes out on line and complements the overall smooth fielding actions.
Defense: Clean, controlled actions with good footwork and glove work. Maintains solid balance and a proper address throughout plays.
ATH: 23.30 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 62.51 Edge Score

Jaylen Jimenez, Arizona's top prospect in the class of 2027 from Sandra Day O'Connor High School, is making waves with his impressive skill set as both an outfielder and right-handed pitcher. Standing at an imposing 6 feet 5 inches and weighing 185 pounds, Jimenez possesses a stature that demands attention. His standout performance on the mound during a Sunday start showcased not only his current abilities but also his significant projectability and upside for the future. Jimenez's fastball, consistently clocking in the 85-86 mph range and topping out at 87 mph, is complemented by an impressive 2600 spin rate. His three-pitch mix includes a big-breaking ball with a spin rate of 2300 and a changeup that falls off the table at 2000 spin. With his size, presence, and an array of pitches, Jaylen Jimenez is poised to make a significant impact on Arizona's baseball landscape, offering a glimpse of the exciting potential yet to unfold in his high school career and beyond.