Jonathan Ornelas, a Texas Rangers prospect, recently tied the RoughRiders single season hit record. After going 2-for-6 in the season finale against the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, Ornelas tied the single-season hit record with 157 hits.
Ornelas, 22, who is originally from Glendale, Arizona, has been on an absolute-tear for the RoughRiders this season.
In 123 games, he batted a line of .299/.360/.425/.785 with 14 home runs and 64 RBI.
Not only is he having a great season statistically, but he’s also been a big part of the team’s success. The RoughRiders just clinched a spot in the post-season for the first time since 2014 and Ornelas has been a big reason why.
Ornelas played in Frisco for the entirety of the 2022 season and for a while led the Texas League in batting average.
Jonathan Ornelas didn’t just tie the RoughRiders’ single-season hit record—he led the entire Texas League and all of Double-A baseball with 157 hits.
If you’re a fan of the Rangers or the RoughRiders, then you’ll want to keep an eye on Jonathan Ornelas. He’s one of their top 30 prospects and he had an unbelievable season.
As we can see, Ornelas had an incredible season with the RoughRiders. He set a new single-season hit record with 157 hits and was a big part of the team’s success.
The Prospect Times will continue to follow Jonathan’s career and bring you the latest news and updates.
