Sophomore Travis Lakins out of Franklin, OH was the first Buckeye to be taken in the 2015 MLB Draft. Standing at 6'1 and 180 pounds, Lakins fastball and versatility makes him the best pitching prospect out of Ohio State since 2010. Despite his talent, his stature and command on the mound make him a questionable starter in the pros, but cements his chances as at least a professional reliever.
College career
Freshman season, 2014
His first year at Ohio State was filled with career-highs and conference honors, including Big Ten Freshman of the Week. He was 1-3 on the mound with a 2.