Zach Alarid is a sneaky-valuable righty with late-inning upside for Sam Houston
In the 2026 season, Zach Alarid has shown real relief value for Sam Houston as a sophomore RHP, highlighted by a first career save at Houston and a strong freshman baseline of 15 strikeouts against just 6 walks in 21.1 innings. He looks like a compact, right-on-right bullpen arm who can miss enough bats, throw strikes, and handle leverage without getting rattled. The big appeal: he’s already proven he can navigate pressure spots and finish games, which makes him a useful fit for teams needing a composed, strike-throwing reliever with growth left.
