River Ryan

River Ryan, an MLB player for the Los Angeles Dodgers, was born on August 17, 1998, in Charlotte, North Carolina. He attended North Mecklenburg High School before pursuing a collegiate career at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Ryan was drafted in the 11th round of the 2021 MLB Draft with the 28th pick. Making his MLB debut on July 22, 2024, River Ryan quickly showcased his skills as a starting pitcher. Standing 6'2" and weighing 195 pounds, he bats and throws right-handed. Throughout the 2024 season, Ryan demonstrated impressive pitching abilities, achieving an ERA of 1.328 over 20.1 innings across 4 starts. He recorded 18 strikeouts with a WHIP of 1.1803 and limited opponents to a batting average of .208. Ryan’s pitching arsenal includes a variety of pitches such as the four-seam fastball, slider, and changeup, each contributing to his solid performance on the mound. His standout game came with a launch speed maxing at 108.7 mph, showcasing his power and precision. His fielding skills complement his pitching, maintaining a flawless fielding percentage of 1.0 with 6 assists and no errors over the season. River Ryan continues to be an active and promising player for the Dodgers, wearing jersey number 77.