Rhett Lowder

Rhett Lowder, a professional baseball player, was born on March 8, 2002, in Albemarle, North Carolina. He attended North Stanly High School and later played college baseball at Wake Forest University. Rhett was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds as the 7th overall pick in the first round of the 2023 MLB draft. He made his MLB debut on August 30, 2024. Standing 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighing 200 pounds, Rhett is a right-handed pitcher known for his impressive control and pitching mechanics. In the 2024 season, Rhett appeared in 6 games, all as a starter, recording a 1.174 ERA over 30.2 innings. He achieved a win-loss record of 2-2, with 22 strikeouts, demonstrating his potential as a reliable starting pitcher. Rhett's pitching arsenal includes a mix of fastballs, sliders, changeups, and sinkers, with his four-seam fastball averaging 93.5 mph. His ability to maintain a low opponent batting average of .219 and a WHIP of 1.27 highlights his effectiveness on the mound. Throughout the season, Rhett's performances at Great American Ball Park were particularly noteworthy, where he maintained an impressive 0.587 ERA over three starts. Despite a brief injury setback, Rhett's debut season showcased his promising future in Major League Baseball.