David Whittle brings timely pop and grinder toughness behind the plate for UC Riverside
In the 2026 season, UC Riverside catcher David Whittle has been a steady two-way piece: he’s hit .205 with a .528 OPS, 1 home run, 6 RBI and 4 stolen bases, while also showing he can come through in key spots, including a home run against Long Beach State on April 19, 2026. The bigger draw is his competitiveness and versatility—he’s a senior, a right-handed catcher, and a contact-oriented bat who has shown flashes of extra-base impact. If you want a gritty, experienced backstop who can handle pressure and occasionally change a game with one swing, Whittle makes the case.
