Prep Baseball Illinois Pitcher of the Week: Jimmy Benson
June 3, 2026
Jimmy Benson (2027; TCU) is the latest player to be named Prep Baseball Illinois’ Pitcher of the Week. The TCU commit turned in a masterful performance against Oak Lawn, throwing a seven inning perfect game to help St. Laurence claim their regional championship.
Benson was dominant throughout the start, allowing no man on base and striking out five in seven innings of work. He was incredibly efficient throughout his start, only throwing 84 pitches in the outing.
Jimmy Benson is currently ranked No. 9 in Illinois’ class of 2027 rankings. Currently listed at 6-foot-8, 227 pounds, Benson possesses a projectable frame and is one of the top upside arms in the state. We saw him earlier this year at the Preseason All-State showcase where he was up to 86.6 mph with the fastball, but we had him up to 89 mph earlier in the school year. Benson features some of the highest upside in the class and has many of us excited to see how he will finish out his high school career.
We're thankful for the POTW submissions we received from the coaches across the state. The players who garnered POTW consideration will earn a place within tomorrow's Diamond Notes story, so be on the lookout for that.
Jimmy Benson
Class of 2027 / LHP
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2027
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Primary Position: LHP
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High School: St. LaurenceState: IL
- Summer Team: Cangelosi Sparks Black
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Height: 6-8Weight: 227.3lbs
- Bat/Throw: L/L
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Scouting Report
TCU commit. Currently ranked No. 29 in the state. 6-foot-8, 227-pound frame with long levers. One of the bigger upside arms in the state and perhaps the region. Got the ball to start for the Vikings. Loose mover on the mound who syncs up his long levers well out of a low ¾ slot with an easy arm stroke. His fastball sat 85-88 mph, touching 89 early with sink and run, before settling into the 84-86 mph range, touching 87 later in the outing. He flashed feel for a fading-changeup at 80 mph and also showed a curveball at 68 mph. Benson attacked hitters throughout his start while showing ultra-confidence on the hill, punching out five over four and a third. A high-upside TCU commit to keep tabs on as he continues to develop, leading the top team in the state.