EU Pitcher/Corner Infielder with Swedish National Team and Junior College Experience
Name: Linus Ritzén
Height: 6'1/186cm
Weight: 187/85kg
DOB: July 19, 2005
Date Available: September 20, 2026
Will Pay FlightBats: R
Throws: R
Positions: SP, RP
Positions (alt): 1B, 3B
College:
Personal
Workhorse pitcher with good feel of 5 pitch mix. 4seam – 84-86 top 89, Cutter – 80-82, Ch 77-79, SL – 75-77, CB 72-74. Often go deep into games and have the ability to get better deeper in games and give the team a good chance to win every game.
Mainly a PO, but can swing the bat if needed. Played short stop and third first year in high school and hit, 3-5 in the lineup. Now I focus on pitching and jump in at third and first in second league to help the team. I am willing to start working on it more if it will help me find a team.
I am a loose and energetic guy that loves to spend time on the field to work out, hang out and help my teammates get better. I am a pitching nerd and love to share that knowledge with teammates to help them improve. I am not the guy that makes a pre game speech for the team but i go out on the field to compete every single time and show by example what hard work and dedication will do. I’m always the guy to ask for extra reps and help with anything, i love helping people.
Career highlights
Senior National team debut in 2023 at 18 years old. Youngest on team
U-18 European Championship Qualifier MVP, Won the tournament in 2023
Two Time MLB European Development Tournament, Chooses by MLB as a top 90 prospect in Europe
4 shut down innings in win vs Switzerland at European Championship 2025
Overseas Goals
I want to take my career overseas because i see it as a great point in my life to grow both as a player and as a person. Playing in a different country would allow me to compete at a higher level and continue my journey of becoming a better pitcher. I also value the experiences of living abroad. I did a year of Junior College and loved the experience meeting new teammates and seeing different cultures.
Articles/Recognitions
Playing Experience
Coaching Experience
| YEAR | ROLE | ORGANIZATION | LEAGUE/DIVISION | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Camp Assistant | San Joaquin Delta College | Youth | Youth Camp, Worked with youth players aged 8-13 on all aspect of the game, mainly throwing and fielding |
| 2025 | Pitching Coach | Sweden Baseball | Youth | Youth Camp, Worked as pitching coach for a youth camp for players aged 10-15, did basic pitching and throwing drills and fun pitching games |