Tennessee baseball adds pitcher Ricky Ojeda from UC Irvine
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 11:41 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Tennessee baseball announced a commitment from Ricky Ojeda, a pitcher transferring from UC Irvine, on June 19. Ojeda, a left-hander, had a 3.77 ERA and 62 strikeouts in 62 innings during the 2026 season, primarily as a reliever. He previously became the first reliever to earn Big West Pitcher of the Year honors in 2025. Ojeda’s future with Tennessee will depend on the upcoming MLB draft, where he is ranked as the No. 179 prospect. He is the fourth player to transfer to Tennessee this offseason, joining three others from various programs.
- •Ojeda transferred after a strong 2026 season at UC Irvine.
- •He announced his decision on social media following a visit to Tennessee.
- •Ojeda is eligible for the MLB draft in July.
- •He joins three other transfers to Tennessee this offseason.
- •Tennessee's bullpen struggled in 2026, indicating a need for improvements.
- 11:41 PMYahoo Sports — Tennessee baseball adds pitcher Ricky Ojeda, UC Irvine transfer
"Tennessee baseball earned a commitment from UC Irvine transfer pitcher Ricky Ojeda on June 19.
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