Portland’s 20th-Ranked WA Prospect with a Slender Frame and Crushing Basics
Ernie Whelan, the 20th-ranked right-handed pitching prospect from Washington (Class of 2025), stands out not just for his 83.5 mph max fastball but for his relentless intensity and two-year mastery of fundamentals that have paid massive dividends. Though slender (5'10", 155 lbs) with room to grow, Whelan’s personality is defined by a senior-athlete drive to crush basics and take the 125s for a ride, making him a high-intensity, coachable fit for any team seeking a developing arm with elite work ethic. No injury history is reported, and his rapid commitment to D1 Portland signals strong potential for growth and immediate contribution as a freshman RHP.
