The St. Louis Cardinals have selected left-handed pitcher Liam Doyle out of the University of Tennessee in the 2025 MLB Draft, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The announcement was made via social media, signaling the Cardinals’ continued focus on bolstering their pitching depth with college talent.

Doyle, known for his sharp command and deceptive delivery, made a name for himself during his time with the Volunteers. He features a fastball that sits in the low-90s with strong movement, complemented by a plus changeup and developing slider. His ability to generate strikeouts while limiting walks has made him one of the more intriguing left-handers in this year’s class.

The pick reflects the Cardinals’ strategy of targeting high-floor collegiate arms who can move quickly through the minors. Doyle’s experience in the highly competitive SEC should prepare him well for the transition to professional baseball.

Doyle joins a St. Louis organization that has been retooling its pitching staff through both the draft and trades, aiming to return to postseason contention in the near future. If he progresses as expected, he could find himself competing for a spot in the Cardinals’ rotation within a couple of seasons.

The Cardinals and their fans will be watching closely as Doyle begins his pro journey, hoping that his success in college translates to the big leagues.