Ryan Sherriff almost walked away from the game of baseball — twice. Once in 2012, after the passing of his father, and again just 17 months ago after his release from the Cardinals following Tommy John surgery. Now, in the midst of a comeback that has lasted more than a year and a journey that has lasted a lifetime, Sherriff is poised to pitch on a major league mound once again.
The native of Culver City, California was first drafted in the 33rd round of the 2010 draft by the Washington Nationals, but he opted not to sign and instead attended Glendale Community College for his sophomore season.