EKU’s workhorse righty has flashed swing-and-miss stuff, but the results have been uneven
In the 2026 season, Hayden Collins has worked both out of the bullpen and as a starter for Eastern Kentucky, showing durability and versatility more than gaudy run prevention. His 2026 line includes a 1-4 record with a 5.75 ERA over 51 2/3 innings, 35 strikeouts and 17 walks, and he’s had moments of real effectiveness, including a five-inning, one-run outing at Tulane earlier in the year. The appeal is his size, experience, and ability to take the ball in multiple roles; the question is whether a team wants a dependable innings-eater with upside or a more polished strike-thrower.
