Physical Description
Gabriel Reyes is a 6’1″, 170-pound left-handed pitcher born on July 1, 2003. He was signed as an international free agent from the Dominican Republic by the Detroit Tigers in 2020. ​Reyes does throw a curve but because of the in frequentness of it, we decided not to give it a rating.
Fastball – 45
Reyes’ fastball sits in the 91-93 mph range and can reach up to 94-95 mph. He effectively changes eye levels with this pitch, contributing to his strikeout capabilities. ​
Slider – 55
His slider is a standout pitch, featuring sharp break and effectiveness against both left-handed and right-handed hitters. This pitch has been instrumental in his high strikeout rates. ​
Changeup – 45
His changeup is a developing pitch that shows promise. Continued refinement could enhance its effectiveness and contribute to his potential as a starting pitcher. ​
Overall Outlook
In the 2024 season, Reyes made a successful transition from Complex League to Single-A, striking out 82 batters over 65.2 innings (11.24 K/9) and maintaining a walks per nine innings rate of 2.60. He held Florida State League hitters to a .215 batting average. His performance in the playoffs was particularly noteworthy, including a dominant outing that propelled the Lakeland Flying Tigers to the Florida State League championship series. If Reyes continues this trajectory, he could advance to higher levels within the organization, potentially reaching Double-A Erie by the end of the 2025 season.
- Gabriel Reyes June 27th start
- August 27th start