UIC freshman RHP Charlie Taczy is a live-armed bullpen add with strikeout upside
In the 2026 season, Charlie Taczy has flashed the traits coaches want in a young right-hander: relief work, punchouts, and the willingness to attack hitters in meaningful spots. UIC listed him as a key newcomer in its 2026 pitching pool, and game notes show scoreless relief outings plus a two-strikeout inning against conference competition, which points to real miss-bat potential. At 6'1" and 155 pounds, he looks like a developmental arm with upside rather than a finished product — a good fit for a staff that values growth, competitiveness, and bullpen depth.
