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Tuesday, March 24th

Downers Grove North vs. Oswego East

By: Tyler Defibaugh
Manager, Content & Operations/Area Scout

Colin Doyle, RHP, Downers Grove North, 2027
Duke commit. Currently ranked No. 4 in the state and No. 497 nationally. Sturdy 6-foot-6, 223-pound frame. Got the start for the Trojans and was efficient throughout, throwing 69% strikes and 69% first-pitch strikes on the day. Doyle has a clean, controlled delivery down the mound with a medium arm circle from a high ¾ slot. His fastball sat 91-93 mph, touching 94 early before settling into the 90-93 mph range, and he controlled it well throughout the zone. His slider at 82-84 mph was his go-to offering against right-handed hitters and generated whiffs, while also showing the ability to generate whiffs from left-handed hitters as well. He also mixed in a splitter at 80 mph that flashed swing-and-miss potential to round out his arsenal. A two-sport athlete who also plays basketball, Doyle profiles as a starter at the next level. Line: W, 4 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 2 BB, 9 K. An MLB Draft follow to keep tabs on as the 2026 draft cycle approaches.

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