Ryland Howell is a hard-throwing UNC Asheville arm with upside, but the results are still in progress
In the 2025 season, UNC Asheville right-hander Ryland Howell logged 25.1 innings with a 7.82 ERA, 24 strikeouts, and 21 walks, showing swing-and-miss ability but also command that still needs tightening. He entered the 2026 season as a sophomore on the Bulldogs’ roster and has been used in relief, suggesting the staff trusts his arm in leverage spots. The appeal is the right-handed frame, fresh legs, and enough stuff to miss bats; the fit is better for teams that can develop strike-throwing and polish rather than expecting instant polish.