Ryan Sloan
Pitching scouting report · 80Grade
Scouting summary
The path here is that of a developing mid-rotation starter whose floor is buoyed by strikes, durability, and a fastball that should continue to play at least a little above the raw radar-gun number because of his size and angle. Sloan has already shown he can miss enough bats in the upper minors to keep the starter conversation alive, but the 2026 home-run uptick is a reminder that his margin for error is not huge when he leaves the ball in hittable areas. If the secondary pitch quality reaches average and the command tightens one more notch, he can settle in as a solid No. 4 starter; if not, he still has the ingredients for a swingman or lower-leverage relief role. The current profile is safer than flashy, with real value tied to innings and efficiency rather than overpowering stuff.
Projected MLB role: #4 starter
- Position: P
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
- Height: 77 in
- Weight: 220 lb
- Born: 2006-01-29
- 80Grade overall rank: #9
- 80Grade team rank: #2
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Frequently asked questions
What position does Ryan Sloan play?
Ryan Sloan plays P.
Is Ryan Sloan a left-handed or right-handed player?
Ryan Sloan bats R and throws R.
Where does Ryan Sloan rank as a prospect?
Ryan Sloan is ranked No. 9 on 80Grade's consolidated prospect rankings.