Ryan Dennick (born January 10, 1987) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Cincinnati Reds.
| Ryan Dennick | |
|---|---|
_(cropped).jpg) Dennick with the Great Lakes Loons in 2021 | |
| Pitcher | |
| Born: January 10, 1987 North Olmsted, Ohio, U.S. | |
Batted: Left Threw: Left | |
| MLB debut | |
| September 2, 2014, for the Cincinnati Reds | |
| Last MLB appearance | |
| September 29, 2014, for the Cincinnati Reds | |
| MLB statistics | |
| Win–loss record | 0–0 |
| Earned run average | 11.57 |
| Strikeouts | 3 |
| Stats at Baseball Reference | |
| Teams | |
Playing career
editKansas City Royals
editDennick was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the 22nd round of the 2009 Major League Baseball draft out of Tennessee Technological University.[1]
Cincinnati Reds
editOn December 6, 2012, the Cincinnati Reds selected Dennick in the minor league phase of the Rule 5 Draft.[2]
Dennick was called up to the major leagues for the first time on September 2, 2014, and made his major league debut that day against the Baltimore Orioles.[3] In 8 appearances during his rookie campaign, he struggled to an 11.57 ERA with 3 strikeouts over 4+2⁄3 innings pitched. On April 13, 2015, Dennick was designated for assignment by the Reds.[4]
Los Angeles Dodgers
editThe Los Angeles Dodgers claimed Dennick off waivers on April 15, 2015.[5] He was assigned to the Double–A Tulsa Drillers but was designated for assignment on April 17.[6] He was outrighted to the minors and appeared in 47 games for the Drillers, with a 2.94 ERA.
Lancaster Barnstormers
editOn May 6, 2016, Dennick signed with the Lancaster Barnstormers of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. He became a free agent after the 2016 season.
Coaching career
editDennick has served the pitching coach for the Tulsa Drillers, the Double–A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers, since the 2023 season.[7]
In 2025, Dennick was named as assistant pitching coach for the Oklahoma City Comets the Triple-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers.[8]
See also
editReferences
edit- ↑ "Tech's Ryan Dennick chosen by Kansas City Royals in MLB draft". Tennessee Technological University. June 10, 2009. Retrieved April 18, 2015.
- ↑ Stella, Jason (June 19, 2014). "Diaz, Dennick lynchpins in Bats bullpen". Minor League Baseball. Retrieved April 18, 2015.
- ↑ Rosecrans, C. Trent (September 4, 2014). "At end of a long road for Dennick, it's just pitching". Cincinnati Enquirer. Retrieved April 18, 2015.
- ↑ "Reds Designate Daniel Corcino, Ryan Dennick". mlbtraderumors.com. April 13, 2015. Retrieved December 6, 2024.
- ↑ Hernandez, Dylan (April 15, 2015). "Dodgers designate David Huff, claim Ryan Dennick". LA Times. Retrieved April 15, 2015.
- ↑ Gurnick, Ken (April 17, 2015). "Dodgers claim righty Corcino off waivers from Reds". MLB.com. Archived from the original on April 18, 2015. Retrieved April 18, 2015.
- ↑ "Dodgers 2024 minor league coaching staffs". truebluela.com. February 23, 2024. Retrieved February 25, 2024.
- ↑ "New Manager Scott Hennessey Leads 2025 Oklahoma City Comets Coaching Staff". MiLB.com. Retrieved April 18, 2025.
External links
edit- Career statistics from MLB · ESPN · Baseball Reference · Fangraphs · Baseball Reference (Minors) · Retrosheet · Baseball Almanac