From the college diamond to the cusp of professional stardom, Indiana’s Devin Taylor has launched his way into baseball royalty — and he’s not done making noise yet.
Junior outfielder and certified slugger Devin Taylor has officially been named an ABCA Second Team All-American, a prestigious honor bestowed by the American Baseball Coaches Association to just 70 of the nation’s most elite student-athletes. But if you’ve been watching Taylor this season, this recognition feels less like a surprise and more like the confirmation of a legacy in the making.
Power, Precision, and Poise: The Devin Taylor Era
Standing at a chiseled 6’1″, 215 pounds, Taylor is the type of athlete who doesn’t just play baseball — he owns the field. His 2024-25 campaign was nothing short of volcanic:
- .366 batting average
- 16 home runs
- A career-high 60 RBIs
- 75 hits
- 51 walks, ranking among the top three in the Big Ten
And all of that while being the focal point of every scouting report he faced.
The result? Taylor became the first Hoosier since the legendary Mickey Morandini (1986–88) to earn First Team All-Big Ten honors three consecutive years, cementing his name among Indiana’s baseball gods.
The Stat Sheet Speaks Loudly — So Does His Bat
Devin Taylor has become the type of player who makes pitching staffs panic. Over three unforgettable seasons in Bloomington, he’s quietly — or maybe not so quietly — stormed the Indiana record books:
- 52 career home runs (Top-10 all-time)
- 173 RBIs
- 189 runs scored
- 124 walks
- .664 slugging percentage
Those aren’t just good numbers — they’re era-defining. And they’ve drawn the attention of every MLB front office with a pulse.
Golden Spikes and Draft Buzz: The Stakes Have Never Been Higher
If you think the awards stop there, think again. Taylor was also named one of 25 semifinalists for the 2025 Golden Spikes Award, the most prestigious individual honor in amateur baseball — think Heisman, but with pine tar and warning tracks.
And the hype train is picking up serious speed:
According to MLB.com’s latest projections, Taylor is ranked No. 24 overall and is currently slotted to be picked 33rd overall by the Boston Red Sox in the upcoming 2025 MLB Draft. With tools that read like a scout’s dream—55 Hit, 60 Power, 45 Arm, 45 Field, 45 Run—Taylor is a well-rounded, high-upside outfielder with day-one starter potential at the next level.
“Devin Taylor is built for Fenway — power to all fields, discipline at the plate, and a chip on his shoulder,” said one anonymous scout. “This kid could be a steal at 33.”
A Star Among Stars: Indiana’s Dynamic Duo
And while Taylor is basking in the All-American spotlight, he’s also sharing some of the glow with his sensational teammate, freshman Jake Hanley — the newly crowned Big Ten Freshman of the Year, who is also a finalist for the 2025 Gold Glove Award.
Together, they’ve formed a lethal one-two punch in Indiana’s lineup — one that has terrorized opposing pitchers, redefined the Hoosier offense, and put Bloomington on the map as one of the top developmental programs in the country.
The Cliffhanger: Will He Stay, or Will He Go?
Here’s the twist in the tale: Taylor, despite all his accolades, still has one more year of eligibility at Indiana. While most assume he’s MLB-bound, he hasn’t closed the door entirely on returning for a final collegiate curtain call — a possibility that would shake college baseball to its core.
Could he run it back, make a Golden Spikes push, and elevate Indiana to a College World Series berth? Or will he ride off into the professional sunset as one of the most polished bats in the 2025 draft?
The countdown to July 13 — the start of the MLB Draft during All-Star Week in Atlanta — has never felt more electric.
Final Verdict: Devin Taylor Is More Than a Star — He’s a Sensation
From record-smashing performances to national honors and first-round buzz, Devin Taylor has become a household name in college baseball. He’s part slugger, part leader, and part enigma — a generational talent with a professional future that’s closer than ever.
And whether it’s in Boston, Bloomington, or somewhere entirely unexpected, one thing is certain:
Wherever Devin Taylor swings next, fireworks are guaranteed.
