Ian "JR" Ritchie Jr. is an American professional baseball pitcher. He currently plays for the Atlanta Braves in Major League Baseball (MLB). Ritchie made his debut in MLB in 2026.
June 26, 2003: JR Ritchie Born
On June 26, 2003, Ian "JR" Ritchie Jr. was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.
2022: Participated in the 2022 Draft Combine
In 2022, JR Ritchie participated in the Major League Baseball (MLB) Draft Combine after his senior season.
2022: Selected by the Atlanta Braves in the 2022 MLB draft
In 2022, JR Ritchie was selected by the Atlanta Braves with the 35th overall selection of the MLB draft. He signed with the team for $2.4 million and played for the rookie-level Florida Complex League Braves and the Single-A Augusta GreenJackets.
2023: Tommy John Surgery
In 2023, JR Ritchie returned to Augusta and made four starts before it was reported in May that he would undergo Tommy John surgery to repair a UCL tear in his right elbow, causing him to miss the rest of the season.
April 23, 2026: MLB Debut
On April 23, 2026, JR Ritchie was selected to Atlanta's 40-man roster and promoted to the major leagues. He made his MLB debut against the Washington Nationals, allowing two earned runs on five hits, recording seven strikeouts, and earning the win.
2026: MLB Debut
In 2026, JR Ritchie made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Atlanta Braves.
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