Colin Selby

Colin Selby is a professional baseball pitcher born on October 24, 1997, in Chesapeake, Virginia. He attended Randolph-Macon College, where he honed his skills on the mound, and was subsequently drafted in the 16th round of the 2018 MLB Draft by the Pittsburgh Pirates. Selby made his MLB debut on August 9, 2023, showcasing his potential in the major leagues. Standing 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighing 220 pounds, Selby is a right-handed pitcher, both in batting and throwing. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated an arsenal that includes a fastball, slider, and curveball, with a particular reliance on his sinker, which he throws with impressive speed and spin rates. Selby's pitching style is characterized by his ability to generate ground balls, with a groundball-to-flyball ratio reflecting this strength. In his early MLB appearances, Selby faced challenges, but his potential was evident, contributing to his team's bullpen with a respectable strikeout rate. His 2023 season stats included an earned run average (ERA) of 9.0 across 24 innings pitched, with 30 strikeouts, demonstrating his capability to navigate through high-pressure situations and secure key outs for his team. Colin Selby continues to work on refining his technique and consistency on the mound, aiming to make a significant impact in the MLB with the Baltimore Orioles, where he currently plays.