UT Arlington’s 6'6" Jacob Havern brings projectable right-handed length, but early-2026 command has been the swing factor
In the 2026 season, Jacob Havern has flashed the traits teams covet in a long-bodied righty—6'6" size, starter’s runway, and the ability to take the ball in multiple roles—but his early results have been uneven, including a 6.75 ERA over 6.2 innings with 5 walks and just 2 strikeouts in one February series preview, plus several short outings in February through May. He still looks like a fit for staffs that value projection, strike-throwing development, and matchup flexibility; right now, though, the pitch-mix consistency and command need to catch up to the frame.
