Ricky Karcher

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31+13 innings pitched. On July 6, Karcher was designated for assignment after Tony Santillan was activated from the injured list. [14] He cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple–A Louisville on July 10. [15] Karcher elected free agency following the season on November 6. [16]

Arizona Diamondbacks

On November 17, 2023, Karcher signed a minor league contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks. [17] In 21 games for the Triple–A Reno Aces, he struggled to an 8.46 ERA with 31 strikeouts across 22+13 innings pitched. On June 16, 2024, Karcher was released by the Diamondbacks organization. [18]

Kansas City Royals

On July 4, 2024, Karcher signed a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals organization. [19] In 12 appearances for the Double-A Northwest Arkansas Naturals, he compiled an 0-1 record and 5.56 ERA with 11 strikeouts across 11+13 innings pitched. Karcher elected free agency following the season on November 4. [20]

Diablos Rojos del México

On February 28, 2025, Karcher signed with the Diablos Rojos del México of the Mexican League. [21] In 12 appearances for the team, he posted a 4-0 record and 5.79 ERA with 16 strikeouts across 14 innings of relief.

Saraperos de Saltillo

On May 21, 2025, Karcher, Ian Krol, and Alex Claudio were traded to the Saraperos de Saltillo in exchange for Deolis Guerra. [22] In 18 appearances for Saltillo, he posted a 2-1 record and 4.41 ERA with 17 strikeouts and three saves across 16+13 innings pitched. Karcher was released by the Saraperos on July 14. [23]

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Ricky Karcher
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Karcher with the Louisville Bats in 2023
Free agent
Pitcher
Born: (1997-09-18) September 18, 1997 (age 27)
Saline, Michigan, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
MLB debut
June 12, 2023, for the Cincinnati Reds