@GabrielEsco273 21.3
Hand Speed (max)
2/21/26
CLASS OF 2028
SS
RHP
Gabe
Escobar
Shawnee Heights (HS) • KS
5' 8" • 148LBS
R/R • 16yr 1mo
Travel Team: Engaged Athletics 16U Black
5' 8" • 148LBS
R/R • 16yr 1mo
Travel Team: Engaged Athletics 16U Black
Rankings
2028 National
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2028 State
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Best Of Stats
68.6
Bat Speed (max)
2/21/26
21.2
Rot. Acc (max)
2/21/26
13
Hard Hit %
2/21/26
91.7
Exit Velocity (max)
2/21/26
85.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/21/26
323
Distance (max)
2/21/26
100
Sweet Spot %
9/14/25
6.57
60-yd
9/14/25
3.66
30-yd
9/14/25
1.52
10-yd
2/15/25
21.1
Run speed (max)
9/14/25
91
INF Velo
2/21/26
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OF Velo
-
C Velo
-
Pop Time
Fastball
88
Velocity (max)
3/19/26
85 - 88
Velo Range
3/19/26
2250
Spin Rate (avg)
2/21/26
Changeup
79 - 79
Velo Range
8/02/25
1732
Spin Rate (avg)
8/02/25
Curveball
76 - 78
Velo Range
3/19/26
2340
Spin Rate (avg)
6/17/25
Slider
76 - 78
Velo Range
9/14/25
2372
Spin Rate (avg)
6/17/25
Positional Tools
2026
2025
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Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.0
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
6.57
Infield Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from an infield position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
12.9
Hitting
2026
2025
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
91.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
323
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
215
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.3026
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.9
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.1
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
313
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
155
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
12.2358
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
Engaged Athletics Scout Day
Feb 21, 2026
Trackman - Hitting
91.7
Exit Velocity (max)
85.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
215
Distance (avg)
323
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Kansas Fall Games (Invite Only)
Sep 14, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
84.9
Exit Velocity (max)
79.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
220
Distance (avg)
313
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Central Super Sophomore Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 2, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
81.3
Exit Velocity (max)
74.8
Exit Velocity (avg)
107
Distance (avg)
211
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
Kansas City Top Prospect Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 17, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
81.7
Exit Velocity (max)
77.0
Exit Velocity (avg)
151
Distance (avg)
272
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Engaged Athletics Scout Day
Feb 15, 2025
Trackman - Hitting
80.8
Exit Velocity (max)
76.5
Exit Velocity (avg)
131
Distance (avg)
255
Distance (max)
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2026
2025
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
21.3
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
19.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
68.6
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
65.2
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
20.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
18.1
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
64.7
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
60.3
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
Engaged Athletics Scout Day
Feb 21, 2026
Blast - Hitting
21.3
Hand Speed (max)
19.9
Hand Speed (avg)
68.6
Bat Speed (max)
65.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Kansas Fall Games (Invite Only)
Sep 14, 2025
Blast - Hitting
18.7
Hand Speed (max)
18.0
Hand Speed (avg)
61.3
Bat Speed (max)
59.1
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Central Super Sophomore Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 2, 2025
Blast - Hitting
20.1
Hand Speed (max)
19.3
Hand Speed (avg)
64.7
Bat Speed (max)
63.3
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Kansas City Top Prospect Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 17, 2025
Blast - Hitting
18.2
Hand Speed (max)
17.5
Hand Speed (avg)
61.5
Bat Speed (max)
58.8
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Engaged Athletics Scout Day
Feb 15, 2025
Blast - Hitting
18.2
Hand Speed (max)
17.4
Hand Speed (avg)
60.8
Bat Speed (max)
59.2
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
Pitching
2026
2025
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.4
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2250
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
26.4
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.2
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1147
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.6
Slider
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1978
Slider
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
85.9
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.2
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1943
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
23.3
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.4
Curveball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2234
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.8
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1686
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.2
Slider
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2111
Slider
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Engaged Athletics Scout Day
Feb 21, 2026
Trackman - Fastball
86.0
Velocity (max)
84.9 - 85.9
Velo Range
84.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,314
Spin Rate (max)
2,250
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
78.0
Velocity (max)
77.4 - 77.9
Velo Range
76.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,298
Spin Rate (max)
1,978
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.2
Velocity (max)
1,147
Spin Rate (max)
1,147
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Kansas Fall Games (Invite Only)
Sep 14, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
85.9
Velocity (max)
84.2 - 85.6
Velo Range
80.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,229
Spin Rate (max)
2,055
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
78.1
Velocity (max)
76.4 - 77.8
Velo Range
71.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,223
Spin Rate (max)
2,118
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
77.7
Velocity (max)
76.7 - 77.7
Velo Range
72.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,867
Spin Rate (max)
1,664
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Central Super Sophomore Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 2, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
84.0
Velocity (max)
80.5 - 83.0
Velo Range
80.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,104
Spin Rate (max)
1,789
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
77.1
Velocity (max)
74.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,203
Spin Rate (max)
2,203
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
77.2
Velocity (max)
75.2 - 77.0
Velo Range
74.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,220
Spin Rate (max)
2,017
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
79.2
Velocity (max)
78.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,732
Spin Rate (max)
1,732
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Kansas City Top Prospect Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 17, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
84.4
Velocity (max)
83.3 - 84.2
Velo Range
82.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,158
Spin Rate (max)
2,038
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
77.6
Velocity (max)
76.0 - 77.6
Velo Range
75.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,348
Spin Rate (max)
2,340
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
76.8
Velocity (max)
76.4 - 76.8
Velo Range
74.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,572
Spin Rate (max)
2,372
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Engaged Athletics Scout Day
Feb 15, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
83.7
Velocity (max)
81.8 - 83.2
Velo Range
81.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,200
Spin Rate (max)
1,947
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
73.4
Velocity (max)
72.0 - 73.1
Velo Range
70.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,268
Spin Rate (max)
2,189
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
73.6
Velocity (max)
73.2 - 73.6
Velo Range
71.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,079
Spin Rate (max)
2,023
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2025
Fastball
Hop+
A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Rise+
A fastball with rise has a high percentage of backspin. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher fly ball percentage. Rise+ of 100 is MLB average
Pitching Velos
2026
2025
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
86.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.0
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
83.1
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
78.2
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.8
Game Performance
2026
2025
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.64
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.77
10 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-10-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
1.52
30 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-30-yard split time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
3.66
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 0-60-yard time in the given event year. Measured in seconds.
6.57
Top Speed (MPH)
The athlete's fastest split time converted to miles per hour.
RSI
The reactive strength index measurement of an athlete's explosiveness by comparing their jump height to the ground contact time in between their jumps. On a scale of 0-5.
Vertical Jump
A measure of any athlete's body strength and reach calculated from the flight time divided by the contact time.
Central Super Sophomore Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 2, 2025
Vald
1.65
10-yd
3.82
30-yd
6.90
60-yd
19.9
Run speed (max)
1.45
RSI (max)
24.4
Jump Height (max)
Kansas City Top Prospect Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 17, 2025
Vald
1.63
10-yd
3.81
30-yd
6.83
60-yd
20.3
Run speed (max)
1.61
RSI (max)
21.7
Jump Height (max)
Vizual Edge
2025
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
80.36
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
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Physical
2025
Grip Strgth (LH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Grip Strgth (RH)
Grip strength is a measure of a players bat control and ability to transfer power and speed during impact, measured in pounds of force generated; collected with elbow bent at 90 degrees.
Gabriel Escobar, Shawnee Heights (KS), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-6, 131-pounds. Compact frame with a lean build.
Delivery: Drop and drive delivery with a moderate tempo. Uses a moderate leg lift before striding closed into a balanced landing with some recoil.
Arm Action: RH. Short whippy arm action from a low 3/4 slot.
FB: T86, 84-86 mph. Some strikes, moderate spin, keeps its plane. T2229, 2055 average rpm.
SL: 76-78 mph. Developing accuracy, moderate spin, tight right to left break. T2223, 2118 average rpm.
CH: 77-78 mph. Some strikes, kills spin, keeps its plane. T1867, 1664 average rpm.
ATH: 6.57 runner in the 60. 1.57 and 3.66 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Gabriel Escobar, Shawnee Heights (KS), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-6, 131-pounds. Compact frame with a lean build.
Hit: RHH. Upright closed setup with a balanced base, weight starting on back side, and active hands with some movement throughout. Uses a short leg lift trigger gaining ground forward. Compact flat path through the zone, mostly barrels. 59.1 mph bat speed with 17 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 85 max exit velocity, averaged 79.7 mph. 313' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-88 mph. Short stroke from a low 3/4 slot.
Defense: Confident athletic actions defensively.
ATH: 6.57 runner in the 60. 1.57 and 3.66 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.
Vizual Edge: 79.41 Edge Score
INF/RHP Gabriel Escobar (Shawnee Heights, 2028) continues to establish himself as one of the top prospects in Kansas’ 2028 class, showcasing impact tools across the board in Sunday's look. He flashed elite athleticism with the event’s best 60-yard dash time at 6.57 seconds and a 3.66-second 30-yard split, pairing that quickness with an 88 mph infield velocity. That speed translated to game action, where he consistently pressured defenses on the basepaths. On the mound, Escobar worked in the mid-80s, topping at 85.9 mph, and attacked hitters with a sharp 76–77 mph slider and a well-controlled 76–77 mph changeup. A quick-twitch, upside athlete with room for more, Escobar will be a name to watch this spring.
Gabriel Escobar, Shawnee Heights (KS), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-6, 121-pounds. Compact frame with a lean build.
Hit: RHH. Upright slightly closed setup with a balanced base, weight starting on the back side, and active hands. Uses a short leg lift trigger gaining ground forward. Compact flat path through the zone with a slightly uphill finish, mostly barrels. 58.8 mph bat speed with 15 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 82 max exit velocity, averaged 77.0 mph. 272' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-84 mph. Short stroke from a low 3/4 slot
Defense: Polished actions defensively.
ATH: 6.83 runner in the 60. 1.63 and 3.81 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 21.70 max vertical.
Gabriel Escobar, Shawnee Heights (KS), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-6, 121-pounds. Compact frame with a lean build.
Delivery: Drop and drive delivery with a moderate tempo. Uses a moderate leg lift before striding straight down the mound and slightly falling off after landing.
Arm Action: RH. Short whippy arm action from a 3/4 slot.
FB: T84, 83-84 mph. Some strikes, moderate spin, keeps its plane. T2158, 2038 average rpm.
CB: 76-78 mph. High spin, good control, 12/6 shape. T2348, 2340 average rpm.
SL: 76-77 mph. Some strikes, high spin, right to left break. T2572, 2372 average rpm.
ATH: 6.83 runner in the 60. 1.63 and 3.81 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 21.70 max vertical.
INF/RHP Gabriel Escobar (Shawnee Heights, 2028) made a strong impression in his Prep Baseball debut, establishing himself as a freshman to watch in the coming years. A quick-twitch athlete, Escobar set the event’s fastest 30-yard dash time at 3.80, showcasing his elite speed. That athleticism translated seamlessly to the infield, where he displayed fluid footwork, natural range, and a quick arm, firing an 85 mph strike across the diamond. On the mound, Escobar worked in the low-80s, mixing in a curveball/slider combo to keep hitters off balance.