The Astros and Director of Amateur Scouting Mike Elias announced Friday that they have signed right-handed pitcher Riley Ferrell, Houston's third round selection in the 2015 MLB First Year Player Draft.
Former TCU closer Riley Ferrell, #Astros 3rd round selection, officially introduced today. pic.twitter.com/qGdmlJGOO1
— #VoteAltuve (@astros) June 26, 2015
Ferrell posted a 2.56 (9ER/31 2/3 innings), 53 strikeouts, and saved 14 games as a junior at TCU -- the Horned Frogs reached the semifinals of the College World Series this season. During his career at TCU, Ferrell collected a school record 32 saves, while posting a 1.