Oscar
Grijalva

Grijalva has long been one of the better defensive catchers in the CIF-SS and he did nothing at this event to deter me from that view. With a session best 78mph catcher velo, it was the 1.93-2.00 pop times that really stood out. All throws were either on the bag or just off to the first base side which would give an infielder a real chance for a catch-and-tag opportunity. Grijalva also showed off his big arm in the outfield where his athleticism showed in the way he attacked balls and flashing the same quick exchange/release that he shows behind the plate. During the hitting portion he flashed his hitting ability with a pair of barrel filled rounds with line drives to all fields and a 90mph max exit velocity. At 5’8” 178-pounds, Grijalva has the physical stature and strength that will serve him well long term as a catcher.

Oscar Grijalva, Gahr High School (CA), 2026
Positional Profile: C/OF
Body: 5-8, 158-pounds. Athletic frame with room to add strength.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open stance that evens out when he strides. Narrow base, stands tall through swing. Relaxed, loose swing. Hands shoot through the zone. 64 mph bat speed with 9 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 83.0 mph. 329' max distance. Higher launch angle that produces a lot of fly balls.
Arm: RH. C-78 mph. OF-83 mph. Short high three quarters release. Loose arm.
Defense: 1.93-2.00 pop times. Athletic footwork working through the play.
ATH: 7.66 runner in the 60. 1.80 and 4.26 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. Long tall strides.
Vizual Edge: 74.34 Edge Score