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Final Top NCAA DI ERA Leaders for 2025: Ohman, Dempsey, Taylor

Final Top NCAA DI ERA Leaders for 2025: Ohman, Dempsey, Taylor

The 2025 NCAA DI ERA leaders prove pitching still rules. Yale's Jack Ohman, FGCU's Evan Dempsey, and UNCW's Zane Taylor headline the top arms with dominant seasons built on command, durability, and poise. Here's why these three set the bar for college baseball excellence.

The Future of Pitching Excellence

Baseball fans know the long ball grabs headlines, but pitching wins championships. In 2025, three standout NCAA Division I pitchers are redefining dominance on the mound. Yale's Jack Ohman, FGCU's Evan Dempsey, and UNCW's Zane Taylor not only top the ERA leaderboard but also embody the balance of grit, skill, and poise that every program dreams about.

Let's dig into their seasons - because these aren't just numbers, they're stories of command, consistency, and competitive fire.

Top 10 NCAA DI ERA Leaders (2025)

  1. Jack Ohman, Yale - 1.34 ERA

  2. Evan Dempsey, FGCU - 1.97 ERA

  3. Zane Taylor, UNCW - 1.98 ERA

  4. Jake Knapp, North Carolina - 2.02 ERA

  5. Jonathan Gonzalez, Stetson - 2.11 ERA

  6. Ryan Bilka, Richmond - 2.18 ERA

  7. Clay Edmondson, UNC Asheville - 2.20 ERA

  8. Jordan Gottesman, Northeastern - 2.27 ERA

  9. JB Middleton, Southern Miss - 2.31 ERA

  10. Cade Montgomery, Utah Tech - 2.35 ERA

Each of these pitchers made life miserable for hitters in 2025, but the top three? They’re in a league of their own.

Jack Ohman, Yale (Fr.) - The Ivy League Ace

  • ERA: 1.34

  • Appearances: 12

  • Innings Pitched: 73.2

  • Runs Allowed: 15 (11 earned)

Ohman didn't just show up to Yale as a freshman - he took the Ivy League by storm. A 1.34 ERA as a first-year starter is almost unheard of. With 73.2 innings across 12 outings, Ohman proved he can handle both the workload and the pressure. His ability to stay cool while limiting mistakes gave Yale's staff a backbone all season.

What stands out? Efficiency. He forces weak contact, gets ahead in counts, and pitches like a veteran. For Yale, he's not just their ace of today - he's the foundation of tomorrow.

Evan Dempsey, FGCU (So.) - The Consistency King

  • ERA: 1.97

  • Appearances: 15

  • Innings Pitched: 68.2

  • Runs Allowed: 19 (15 earned)

At FGCU, sophomore Evan Dempsey turned in a season that screams steady. Fifteen appearances, nearly 70 innings, and only 15 earned runs show how hard it was for opposing lineups to figure him out.

His 1.97 ERA wasn't built on flashy strikeouts alone - it came from resilience. When hitters looked for mistakes, he gave them none. He's the kind of arm that quietly kills rallies and wins ballgames, and that's why FGCU leaned on him so often.

Zane Taylor, UNCW (Sr.) - The Veteran Workhorse

  • ERA: 1.98

  • Appearances: 15

  • Innings Pitched: 95.2

  • Runs Allowed: 24 (21 earned)

For Zane Taylor, this season was about durability and leadership. His 95.2 innings pitched - most among the top three - show why he's trusted to carry a heavy load. At 1.98 ERA, Taylor proved you can dominate while eating innings and setting the tone for a staff.

As a senior, Taylor's season is a masterclass in stamina and precision. He matched up against tough lineups, went deep into games, and left UNCW in great shape every time he took the ball. For younger pitchers, he's the model of how to finish a college career.

Why These ERA Leaders Matter in 2025

These pitchers didn't just keep runs off the board - they gave their teams confidence, stability, and a real chance to win. Their different styles tell the bigger story of NCAA pitching:

  • Ohman: Young dominance, the freshman phenom.

  • Dempsey: Sophomore steadiness, the team's quiet anchor.

  • Taylor: Senior leadership, the innings-eating vet.

Together, they remind us that pitching isn't one-size-fits-all - it's about command, confidence, and consistency.

Key Takeaways for Baseball Fans

Want to spot the next ERA leader in college baseball? Here's what to look for:

  • Command First: ERA leaders don't beat themselves with walks or mistakes.

  • Durability Counts: Staying healthy and piling up innings matters as much as dominance.

  • Poise Under Pressure: The best arms stay calm when the game's on the line.

  • Growth Potential: Freshman and sophomore success often signals big pro futures.

Fans, coaches, and scouts alike know that ERA tells only part of the story - character, resilience, and baseball IQ round out the picture.

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The 2025 NCAA DI ERA leaderboard shows us that great pitching is alive and well across college baseball. Whether you're following an Ivy League freshman phenom, a steady sophomore ace, or a battle-tested senior, the future of the game is in strong hands.

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