The 6’2” 23-year-old shortstop was notable leading up to the 2022 draft out of the University of Kentucky for his elite defense, but the righty also hit a respectable .283/.369/.469 in the SEC, which is usually the toughest conference in the NCAA. The Rockies drafted Ritter 116th overall in the fourth round and signed him for a slightly over-slot $530k bonus.
Mid-season 2023 Rank: HM
High Ballot: 8
Mode Ballot: 24, 25, 30
Future Value: 40, utility infielder
Contract Status: 2022 4th Round, Not Rule 5 Eligible, three options remaining
MLB ETA: 2025
After a 2022 cameo in the complex league, Ritter was assigned in 2023 to Low-A Fresno (in deference to Adael Amador in High-A), where he was 0.