Joe Angel Ortiz passed away peacefully on the morning of March 18, 2025, in Tempe, AZ. at the age of 88. He was born in Mesa, AZ. on August 16, 1936, as the second oldest of 17 children.

What’d you see out of Luis Ortiz and the guardians who sort of put all the finishing touches on spring training with that getaway win on Tuesday in Arizona? Paul Hoynes (01:12): Joe Ortiz ...

Riding first call for the meet's top barn, Ortiz also played a key role in Joe Sharp clinching his first leading trainer's title. Having played second fiddle in the standings four straight meets ...