Paige McLeod is the Redbirds’ workhorse ace, and she’s pitching like one
In the 2026 season, Paige McLeod emerged as Illinois State’s staff leader, going 20-6 with a 2.65 ERA over 161 innings, plus 81 strikeouts and three saves, while earning First-Team All-MVC and NFCA All-Region honors. She stands out for durability, big-game reliability, and the ability to handle both starts and relief work; her season included seven complete games, two shutouts, and 14 outings allowing one run or fewer. If you want a composed, battle-tested right-hander with proven conference impact, she fits.
