Riley Adams Boston Red Sox Catcher

       
 
Age: 30
Born: June 26, 1996
Birthplace: Encinitas, CA
Height: 6-4
Weight: 265
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
   
Drafted: 3rd round, 2017 by TOR;
37th round, 2014 by CHC
How Acquired: Minor league free agent (Oct. 2026)
College: San Diego
High School: Canyon Crest (CA)
   

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First Pro Contract: June 19, 2017 (TOR)
Signing Scout: N/A
Signing Bonus: $542,400
Rule 5 Draft Eligible: December 2026
MLFA Eligible: November 2027
   
Pro Debut: June 23, 2017 (Vancouver)
Added to 40-man: -
MLB Debut: June 8, 2021 (TOR)
Service Time (1/26): 3 years, 171 days
Options Remaining: 0 (2021, 2022, 2024)
Contract (2026): MiLB contract
   
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  Scouting Report: Big-bodied catcher. Rare size behind the plate that raises long-term durability questions but also gives him a power-based profile. Has enough feel to hit to get to his power and a patient approach that draws walks, though length in his swing brings real swing-and-miss. Power is his calling card, flashing plus to better raw power to all fields. Below-average runner, expected for a catcher of his size. Not a threat on the bases. Defensively, his arm is a weapon, grading plus, but his receiving and blocking have lagged and his release can blunt the arm's effectiveness. Projects as emergency depth with the ceiling of an offensively toolsy backup catcher.   Last update: November 3, 2026

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  Awards   SoxProspects.com Awards  
  2017 Northwest League All-Star
2017 Northwest League Season-End All-Star
2018 Florida State League All-Star
2019 Florida State League All-Star
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