Maddox Riske is a slick, middle-infield defender with upside bat speed
Riske enters USC as a sophomore infielder known first for his **advanced middle-infield actions**, smooth feet, and quick, compact arm action—traits that gave him a reputation as one of the top defenders in his class. In his freshman season at USC in 2025, he appeared in 21 games and showed flashes of extra-base ability with two doubles, but his bigger selling point is upside: added strength and improved foot speed could unlock more range and more impact at the plate. He fits teams that value defense, athleticism, and developmental runway.[1][2]
