Cal’s workhorse righty Oliver de la Torre brought power, poise, and a pro future
In the 2026 season, Oliver de la Torre emerged as Cal’s most dependable Friday arm, posting a 3.76 ERA with 72 strikeouts in 81.1 innings while holding hitters to a .233 average and earning a 15th-round MLB Draft pick by Toronto. He’s a sturdy, 6-foot-4 right-hander who can go deep into games, has shown swing-and-miss stuff, and delivered multiple statement outings, including a 9-strikeout win and a complete-game effort. He looks like a fit for teams wanting a mature, innings-eating starter with real strike-throwing chops.
