Ben Jacobs Rising as a Key Prospect in Detroit Tigers System

Ben Jacobs, a 22-year-old left-handed pitcher, is becoming a notable prospect within the Detroit Tigers organization. Selected in the third round of the 2025 draft from Arizona State University, Jacobs has recently showcased his skills at High-A West Michigan, where he has struck out 33 batters while allowing only 10 hits and two runs over 26 innings in his last five games.

This season, Jacobs has achieved a 34.4% strikeout rate, a 3.50 ERA, and a 3.80 FIP across 87 1/3 innings, with most of his time spent at High-A after starting the year in Low-A Lakeland. Initially ranked 24th among Tigers prospects, he has seen a rise in his status, now being referred to as an