Owen delivered another strong offensive showing while continuing to display the physical strength that has become a staple of his game. The Michigan commit posted a 100 mph max exit velocity and consistently drove baseballs with authority throughout batting practice. There is present bat speed and strength throughout the operation, particularly when he gets extended and works through the middle of the field. Defensively, Owen showed solid fundamentals both in the outfield and at third base, displaying reliable actions and accurate throws. The offensive impact potential remains the carrying tool and should continue to play at higher levels.
6/02/26
Owen Konerko, Cactus Shadows (AZ), 2027 Michigan Positional Profile: 3B/OF Body: 6-2, 188-pounds. Hit: RHH. Low hands with a wide stance. Quick load with a forward and back timing mechanism. Strong hitter with bat speed. Steeper path for a power hitter. Lower ball profile with cleaner backspin and power to right center. Power: 100 max exit velocity, averaged 91.8 mph. 370' max distance. Arm: RH. INF-82 mph. OF-84 mph. Accurate thrower from both the infield and outfield. Stays on time and shows sound throwing fundamentals. Defense: Corner outfield profile with solid fundamentals. At third base, showed clean actions, good timing, and worked under control throughout the workout. ATH: 6.88 runner in the 60. 1.63 and 3.84 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 22.80 max vertical. Vizual Edge: 77.05 Edge Score
2/08/26
Owen Konerko, Cactus Shadows (AZ), 2027 Michigan Positional Profile: 3B/OF Body: 6-2, 192-pounds. Hit: RHH. Slightly open, narrow base. Hands even with the shoulder with space to work and slight barrel tilt at launch. Shows good rhythm and timing with advanced movement. Slight scissor with the back leg. Flat to slightly uphill path. Quick hands with good direction through the middle of the field. Strong swing with good lower half use. Shows thump with the ability to use all fields. 64.2 mph bat speed with 11 G's of rotational acceleration. Power: 105 max exit velocity, averaged 87.8 mph. 320' max distance. Arm: RH. INF-81 mph. OF-86 mph. INF: Short arm action with quick release. Throws come out efficiently and accurately, and he can throw from different angles across the diamond. OF: Short, clean arm action with throws that show carry. Ball comes out efficiently and stays on line, complementing overall defensive mechanics. Defense: INF: Gets around and through the baseball efficiently while keeping feet moving through the target. Clean, smooth, athletic actions with good address and rhythm. Maintains balance throughout each play. OF: Works downhill with controlled, athletic movements. Moves through the baseball efficiently while maintaining balance and following throws home. Good pull down on plays and keeps momentum through each play. ATH: 7.15 runner in the 60. 1.74 and 3.99 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 24.40 max vertical. Vizual Edge: 73.65 Edge Score
1/25/25
Owen Konerko, a 2027 two-way prospect and corner infielder from Cactus Shadows High School, delivered a standout performance during the workout day portion of Preseason All State event. Known for his high-level bat speed and serious raw power, Konerko consistently posted exit velocities in the hundreds, peaking at an impressive 103.5 mph. His display of power included numerous towering shots over the left-center field wall, turning heads throughout the event. Konerko carried that momentum into gameplay, driving a triple off the right-center field wall, further solidifying his offensive prowess. With his ability to impact the game on both sides of the ball, Konerko has established himself as one of Arizona’s premier prospects in the 2027 class.
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Positional Profile: 3B/OF
Body: 6-2, 188-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Low hands with a wide stance. Quick load with a forward and back timing mechanism. Strong hitter with bat speed. Steeper path for a power hitter. Lower ball profile with cleaner backspin and power to right center.
Power: 100 max exit velocity, averaged 91.8 mph. 370' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-82 mph. OF-84 mph. Accurate thrower from both the infield and outfield. Stays on time and shows sound throwing fundamentals.
Defense: Corner outfield profile with solid fundamentals. At third base, showed clean actions, good timing, and worked under control throughout the workout.
ATH: 6.88 runner in the 60. 1.63 and 3.84 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 22.80 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 77.05 Edge Score
Owen Konerko, Cactus Shadows (AZ), 2027 Michigan
Positional Profile: 3B/OF
Body: 6-2, 192-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open, narrow base. Hands even with the shoulder with space to work and slight barrel tilt at launch. Shows good rhythm and timing with advanced movement. Slight scissor with the back leg. Flat to slightly uphill path. Quick hands with good direction through the middle of the field. Strong swing with good lower half use. Shows thump with the ability to use all fields. 64.2 mph bat speed with 11 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 105 max exit velocity, averaged 87.8 mph. 320' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-81 mph. OF-86 mph. INF: Short arm action with quick release. Throws come out efficiently and accurately, and he can throw from different angles across the diamond. OF: Short, clean arm action with throws that show carry. Ball comes out efficiently and stays on line, complementing overall defensive mechanics.
Defense: INF: Gets around and through the baseball efficiently while keeping feet moving through the target. Clean, smooth, athletic actions with good address and rhythm. Maintains balance throughout each play. OF: Works downhill with controlled, athletic movements. Moves through the baseball efficiently while maintaining balance and following throws home. Good pull down on plays and keeps momentum through each play.
ATH: 7.15 runner in the 60. 1.74 and 3.99 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 24.40 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 73.65 Edge Score
Owen Konerko, a 2027 two-way prospect and corner infielder from Cactus Shadows High School, delivered a standout performance during the workout day portion of Preseason All State event. Known for his high-level bat speed and serious raw power, Konerko consistently posted exit velocities in the hundreds, peaking at an impressive 103.5 mph. His display of power included numerous towering shots over the left-center field wall, turning heads throughout the event. Konerko carried that momentum into gameplay, driving a triple off the right-center field wall, further solidifying his offensive prowess. With his ability to impact the game on both sides of the ball, Konerko has established himself as one of Arizona’s premier prospects in the 2027 class.