
Andrew Ortiz is emerging as Indiana State’s table-setter with contact, walks, and disruptive speed
In the 2026 season, Andrew Ortiz has looked like a tough out and a spark plug for Indiana State, hitting above .300 for stretches, posting multiple three-hit games, and working into the leadoff role while piling up walks, doubles, and stolen-base pressure. He’s shown the kind of everyday athleticism coaches love: he gets on base, runs well, and can impact a game without needing to leave the yard. The chatter around him is simple and good—he’s not just a bat; he’s a tone-setter who brings energy, pace, and low-drama production to an offense.





