| Player: Ruger Riojas | |||||||||||
| School: Texas | Position(s): RHP | ||||||||||
| Height: 6’1″ | Weight: 180 lbs. | Bats: Right | Throws: Right | ||||||||
| Summary: A deep, shape-driven arsenal defines Riojas’ approach on the mound. The fastball generally sits in the mid-90s and can reach higher at peak, showing strong carry through the top of the zone along with occasional cut when he manipulates the grip. The delivery works from a three-quarters slot with quick arm action and solid extension, allowing the heater to play effectively when elevated despite not always overpowering hitters. The secondary mix is built around variation rather than a single dominant pitch. A sweeping slider has developed into the primary bat-missing offering against right-handed hitters, showing firm velocity and lateral action. He also mixes a split-finger that dives late with vertical drop and tunnels effectively off the fastball. A harder cutter gives him another look in the mid-to-upper 80s, helping disrupt timing and produce softer contact. The overall profile leans heavily on sequencing and pitch mix. He throws strikes and mixes shapes well enough to keep hitters from getting comfortable, even without a consistent plus pitch. If the slider continues to sharpen and the fastball command remains steady, the arsenal gives him a path to contribute in a multi-inning role where the varied pitch mix can play up. | |||||||||||
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