Top 10 Secrets About Adley Rutschman

Adley Rutschman is considered to be one of the top baseball prospects in the country. Here are 10 secrets about him that fans should know.

1. Adley was born and raised in Sherwood, Oregon, just outside of Portland. He attended Sherwood High School where he earned multiple all-state honors for his outstanding play on the field.

2. As a catcher, Adley was known for his elite defensive skills behind the plate. He led his high school team to back-to-back state championships with impeccable blocking and throwing abilities.

3. In 2017, Adley became the first Oregon high schooler ever to be selected as Gatorade Player of the Year for baseball. That same year he was also named the USA Today National Player of the Year.

4. Adley was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles with the first overall pick in the 2019 MLB draft, making him the top pick of that draft class.

5. Rutschman is a switch-hitter who has shown an ability to hit for power from both sides of the plate, and is known for his excellent plate discipline and pitch recognition skills at the plate.

6. In addition to his offensive talents, Adley is considered one of the best defensive catchers in baseball, known for his elite throwing arm and exceptional blocking abilities behind home plate.

7. He made his major league debut on August 11, 2020 at the age of 21 and has become an integral part of the Orioles lineup.

8. Adley is a sought-after commodity in the world of baseball memorabilia. His rookie cards have been selling for hundreds of dollars due to his popularity among fans.

9. Rutschman was named the 2021 MLB All-Star game MVP after going 3-for-5 with two home runs and six RBIs in that game.

10. In addition to his success on the diamond, Adley is also an avid golfer who enjoys playing golf when he’s not playing baseball. He even took up golfing while rehabbing from a shoulder injury during spring training in 2021!