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Bearkat Pitcher Ryan Peterson Drafted | Miami Marlins News
Ryan Peterson, a standout Sam Houston pitcher, was selected 71st overall by the Miami Marlins in the 2026 MLB Draft—marking the highest draft pick for a Bearkat pitcher since 1984 and the fourth Bearkat drafted in the first four rounds since 2021. After three dominant seasons at Sam Houston, where he racked up 190+ innings, 204 career strikeouts, and a career-low 3.38 ERA, Peterson’s growth and clutch performances in big games earned him a coveted spot on the Marlins’ roster. A three-time All-Area MVP and State Semifinal MVP in high school, his signature curveball helped him strike out 105 in…
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