Ryan Johnson, a 2024 second-round draft pick, has made the Angels' major league roster without any prior minor league innings, marking a notable achievement. During spring training, he pitched 11 1/3 innings with a 3.97 ERA. This move aligns with the Angels' aggressive strategy of promoting polished college players swiftly to the majors, as seen in the careers of other players like Nolan Schanuel and Chase Silseth. Johnson's debut underscores the team's willingness to push talented prospects rapidly into big league action.
It's a remarkable ascent to the majors for Johnson, a 2024 second-round pick who hasn't pitched a single minor league inning.
Johnson, who signed for a $1.74MM bonus last summer, pitched 11 1/3 innings during camp and allowed five runs on 11 hits and a walk.
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