Ryan Ritter is on fire — and not everyone is happy about it.
The former Kentucky Wildcat and current Albuquerque Isotopes standout has been named **Pacific Coast League Player of the Month**, but the decision has ignited a firestorm across baseball circles, with fans and analysts divided over whether he truly deserved the honor.
Ritter, known for his solid glove work during his college days, has been tearing it up at the plate lately. He posted an eye-popping slash line in May, batting over .350 with multiple home runs, clutch RBIs, and a few highlight-reel defensive plays. His consistency and sudden offensive surge made him an obvious pick in the eyes of some — but not everyone agrees.
Critics argue that other players had stronger all-around performances and that Ritter’s hot streak may be more of a fluke than a sign of lasting excellence.
“One great month doesn’t make you a top prospect,” one anonymous scout told *Baseball Weekly*. “There were guys who carried their teams all month long and didn’t even get a mention.”
Still, Ritter’s fans — and many in the Rockies organization — are pushing back hard, saying this is just the beginning for the young shortstop.
“He’s proving the doubters wrong,” said one former coach. “Everyone loves a breakout story — unless it threatens their favorite narrative.”
Whether he’s a rising star or just enjoying a lucky stretch, one thing’s for sure: Ryan Ritter is making headlines, and the baseball world is watching.
