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Vol. 62, No. 1 Friday, Jan. 4, 2019

Jaw Wired Shut For 1 1/2 Months

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North Carolina Central outfielder Mitchell McCrary underwent labrum surgeries on both shoulders and then was hit in the jaw with a 90 mph fastball.

DEALING

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I couldn’t put a straw between my upper and lower teeth. It had to go on the inside of my cheek as food eventually seeped through the sides of my teeth and into my throat.

— Mitchell McCrary, N.C. Central Univ.

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Bus driver dies of heart attack as team bus was traveling on a 7-lane highway next to ocean in San Francisco, plus other tales.

PITCHING COACH OF THE YEAR — Stetson Pitching Coach Dave Therneau is Collegiate Baseball’s Pitching Coach of The Year for 2018. The Hatters led the nation in shutouts, strikeouts, saves, ERA and fewest hits allowed per nine innings last season. Read about the amazing system Coach Therneau has in place to help pitchers thrive beginning on page 5.

By LOU PAVLOVICH, JR.Editor/Collegiate Baseball

DURHAM, N.C. — On April Fools day in 2017, Mitchell McCrary of North Carolina Central was drilled in the face by a 90 mph fastball while trying to bunt.

He was rushed to Duke University Hospital, and surgery was performed to repair three separate breaks in his jaw.

McCrary’s mouth was wired shut for a month and a half. Then his mouth was half wired for another four weeks.

He couldn’t eat normally as he craved anything that he could chew and had to cope with drinking his food for months.

Liquified food was sucked through a straw placed in front of his teeth next to his cheek as it seeped through small openings between his teeth and into his throat.

It was agonizing and torture.“I found myself filling my heart with hatred and depression,”

said McCrary.“Hate, that it was me who was given this obstacle to overcome.

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By LOU PAVLOVICH, JR.Editor/Collegiate Baseball

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Mike Martin, the winningest head coach in college baseball history, will cap a remarkable 40-year

coaching career in 2019 at Florida St. University.He only needs 13 more victories to be the first

college coach in any sport to collect 2,000 wins.What many people don’t realize is that he started

his head coaching career with two straight losses at Miami (Fla.), 10-0 and 4-3 and wondered what he had got himself into.

In game three, his team quickly fell behind Miami 8-2 as he made wholesale substitutions with his team and faced the real possibility of starting his FSU head coaching career 0-3.

Incredibly, the Seminoles, still trailing 8-2 heading into the seventh, scored seven runs over the last three innings for Martin’s first win as the skipper at Florida St., 9-8 and included a 3-run homer by Mike

Yastrzemski in the ninth for the game winner.Florida State ultimately went 51-12 during the

1980 season as the Seminoles won 18 of their next 19 games after those two losses at Miami.

Martin led Florida State to 50 or more wins 12 consecutive years to start his head coaching career.

Entering the 2019 season, he has a 1,987-713-4 overall record.

Martin has the best winning percentage among active head baseball coaches, sporting a .736 mark to go along with 16 trips to the College World Series and 39 consecutive regional appearances.

Of the 3,981 baseball games played in FSU history, Martin has been involved in 3,088 of those in some capacity as a player or coach.

He has been on the field or in the dugout for 2,271 of the Seminoles’ 2,887 all-time victories.

Collegiate Baseball will delve into wild experiences he has had in his career, including the time a bus driver died of a heart attack as his team was traveling in San Francisco on a 7-lane highway enroute to play Stanford.

But first we will focus on makes this southern gentleman so special.

“I think first and foremost, his foundation is rooted

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in God,” said his son Mike, Jr., an assistant coach at FSU for the past 21 seasons who also played for his dad at Florida St.

“That’s the way he goes about his life. He wants to be a positive influence on people. He is extremely polite. People are always amazed at how kind he is, and it is a direct reflection of the way he was brought up.

“But don’t mistake his kindness with not being competitive. He has never deviated from those beliefs and the way things should be. He genuinely cares about each and every person in our organization.

“He wants the best for them. That’s where he gets the most satisfaction — not wins and losses. When our players come back to campus and have a family as they are productive members of society, my dad’s eyes light up. He gets excited and emotional about the successes of people in his program.”

Mike, Jr. said when Deion Sanders sees his dad, it becomes an emotional experience for the Hall of Fame NFL football player who also played baseball at Florida St.

“Every time Deion sees my dad, he literally gets teary eyed. That’s a guy who really took to heart what my dad wanted his players to learn about life. Now Deion knows how beneficial those wise comments were at the time he played baseball at Florida St. years ago.

“He has said many times that my dad has been like another father to him. That’s powerful stuff.”

Mike, Jr. said the consistency of his dad is what has made him such a successful person in life and coaching.

“You know what you have with No. 11,” said Mike, Jr.

“He comes with energy and is normally positive about everything. He has never been into berating players. That is why he has been so successful for so long. He constantly tells his coaches that kids don’t care what you know until they know that you care about them.

“There is great wisdom and truth in that. That has always stuck with me. He has given back to numerous charities in Tallahassee. There is a play room in the local hospital that is named after him because of the time and money my mom and dad have given them. This brightens the days of kids who are in bad shape.

“My dad always wants our kids to get out in the community and give back. It makes you feel good when you make the time to do things like this for others.

“My dad doesn’t like the limelight or attention. He would rather give everyone else around him credit. He constantly stresses to his players and coaches that you must have balance in your life. It is important in this stressful profession.

“Guys like him are hard to find and don’t come around very often especially these days. He is all about the whole person. He wants his kids right mentally, socially, spiritually and physically. He also stresses that his kids must learn to talk properly to other people.

“He has found that kids who have that balance in life and become the whole person are always productive. That is why he makes sure the coaching staff nurtures our guys in all phases of their lives while they are with us.

“My dad simply will not tolerate a player running to first base on

a routine out and dropping an F-bomb that 500 kids will hear in the stands. It absolutely will not happen in the program. Sure, guys will slip up, and my dad slips up in very rare occasions. When he does, everything stops because it doesn’t happen often. But when it does, look out.”

Mike, Jr. said something that goes unnoticed over nearly four decades of coaching is that his father has run a clean program.

“That is often overlooked, and people do cheat out there. As time goes by, nobody realizes this. That is admirable.”

Martin’s life is filled with incredible baseball stories. Fatal Heart Attack

His 2001 Florida St. ball club embarked on a cross-country trip to California and landed at San Francisco International Airport prior to a series at Stanford.

A charter bus picked up the team and began driving on a 7-lane freeway when the unthinkable happened.

The bus driver suffered a fatal heart attack as he slumped over to his right with his foot still on the accelerator…but nobody driving the bus.

Martin and Chip Baker, the team’s Director of Operations, gained control of the bus and guided it safely to the side of the freeway.

Martin and Baker were presented with the university’s prestigious Westcott Award for their bravery in saving the lives of players and staff.

Imagine being one of 27 college baseball players on this bus who just watched a man die.

“That situation is still vivid in my mind after all these years,” said Mike, Sr.

“We had left the airport in San Francisco to play Stanford on a charter bus and were headed toward the San Francisco Giants’ new ball park at the time, Pac Bell Park.

“I knew old Candlestick Park was on the way, and the bus driver said it was about 10 minutes ahead on the right.

“So I asked (assistant coach) Chip Baker to tell the players to look off to the right side of the bus in a few minutes because the old park the Giants played in will be there.

“Chip starts telling the players to be aware of this famous stadium on the right hand side and then turns around and asks the bus driver if he is OK because the bus wasn’t traveling straight.

“I am in the first seat to the right of the bus driver and look over at him. The top part of his body was literally learning to the right with his hands off the steering wheel

going down a 7-lane freeway!“All I could think about at that

moment was somebody had to stop this bus. I jumped up and started trying to pull his leg off the accelerator. I couldn’t pull it off at first.

“Finally, I just went into a rage and jerked his foot off of that accelerator. While I was doing this, Chip grabbed the steering wheel and sat in the lap of the driver.

“So I just sat down at that point. Chip slowed the bus down and as he brought it to a stop.

“Our trainer started administering CPR to the bus driver as soon as he could.

“I remember getting off the bus and realizing what could have happened. If we had lost control of the bus, it could have easily gone into the bay along the right hand side of the highway and who knows how many could have been injured or died.

“As I was walking from the bus, I broke down and started crying. It hit me what the gravity of the situation was. What in the world would I have done if we lost one or more of our guys? That would have been a tragedy. We were driving 60 mph when all this happened and survived without a mishap.”

Baker vividly remembers that frightening ordeal as if it happened yesterday.

“As the bus was traveling on the freeway toward San Francisco, the bay was directly to the right of the freeway.

“I always sit behind the driver on charter bus trips like this, and I turned around and told our players that Candlestick Park would be along the right in a few minutes.

“My five-year-old daughter was in my lap, and the next thing you know I noticed the bus driver leaning over to the right. I thought he was trying to get me a map or something.

“He had a widow maker with a massive heart attack. Keep in mind there are no guard rails along the right side of the freeway.

“There were rocks, trees and then water. Fortunately, I grabbed the wheel and straightened the direction of the bus and got on the driver’s lap. Mike (Martin) got the foot of the driver off the accelerator.

“It was amazing that at 1:15 p.m. on the 101 Freeway to San Francisco, every car in front of us disappeared. Cars behind us did not pass us because the bus was wobbling until I got control of the steering wheel. Fortunately we got the bus to the side of the road without a horrible tragedy happening.”Horrible Umpire

Mike, Jr. said that while his

dad relishes being positive, he met his match years ago when a certain umpire in the Atlantic Coast Conference constantly got calls wrong.

“Frankly, this umpire was not very good,” said Mike, Jr.

“I won’t give you his name. But thank goodness he isn’t in the league any more. He was in the ACC for what seemed like an eternity.

“During an ACC game against Georgia Tech. in Atlanta, it was bitterly cold.

“This ump blew another call at first base which caused No. 11 to get upset.

“My dad was barking at him from the dugout about the call and said, ‘I’m not even coming out to argue. I’m tired of coming out. It’s just a waste of time. But just please, please for the sake of the league, retire.’

“The umpire turns around and tells my dad, ‘I’ll retire when you retire.’

“All of a sudden, my dad starts ripping off his jersey and screams at the ump, ‘I’ll quit right now!’ My dad walks out of the dugout

with no shirt on. Everyone in our dugout was laughing so hard. It was amazing to watch.”Most Amazing Game

Mike Martin has been involved in thousands of games over the years.

He said one that is embedded in his mind took place in 2000 as the Seminoles were hosting Miami (Fla.).

“We fell behind 9-2 in the bottom of the fifth. In the ninth inning with two outs, two strikes and nobody on base, we were still down four runs. Their closer was a guy named Tom Farmer who was ridiculously great. But on that particular day, we would not quit.

“We had close to 5,000 people in the stands which was a huge crowd back then. They all started leaving after two outs. Incredibly, we scored four runs to tie the game up. It was the first time in my coaching career that I saw people who left come back into the stadium to their seats.

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and 7 minutes. In the 17th inning, Miami got two runs. In the bottom of the 17th, we pushed across three runs to win it.

“The funniest thing I heard about that game was literally years later when a husband and wife greeted me at a function.

“The lady asked if I remembered that Miami game a few years ago. I said yes ma’am, I will never forget it. My husband came home at four in the morning, and he told me he was at the baseball game. I laughed and told her, ‘Yes ma’am, he sure was.’ ” Funniest Story

The most humorous story in his career centered around a player on his team over 30 years ago.

“We had a kid who was not going to class, and our academic advisor told me that he had missed every class in this one particular subject for a long period of time,” said Mike, Sr.

“I told the advisor that you’ve got to be kidding me, and I was really upset.

“I brought the young man in to my office and sternly told him that if he missed this class again, I would run him 15 stadiums, and it would take him a long time to accomplish that task at Doak Campbell Stadium.

“He looked at me and said he couldn’t believe I would doubt him. He adamantly told me he had been attending those classes.

“I then said, OK. I will be the class tomorrow waiting on you. He got that look in his eye that I was doubting what he just said.

“The next day, I was waiting right there in front of his class at the door.

“He was obviously really, really mad that I did not trust him.

“Then he proceeded to walk into the wrong classroom! He had never been to the class he signed up for!

“I put my hand over my mouth to keep from laughing out loud. I stood about 30 feet away waiting for him to come out of that classroom.

“After about five minutes, he peeked out of the classroom trying to find me, and he looked the wrong way and turned back the other way and spotted me.

“He then jerked his head back quickly and bumped his head, got mad and rubbed his head. When I told him he was going to the wrong class, the young man was in shock and embarrassed.” 0-2 Start As Head Coach

Martin was amazed at how his career has turned out since his start with the Seminoles was difficult.

“The first game I was the head coach at Florida St. took place in 1980 at the University of Miami (Fla.).

“They had an All-American pitcher named Neal Heaton. I coached third base, and my assistant coach at the time, believe it or not,

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When you give somebody your word, he must know you are telling the truth. When that is taken away from you, then you have lost one of the most important parts of your life. That’s the way I feel. If a guy is on the field and says the Lord’s name in vain, he will hear it from me.

— Mike Martin, Head Coach Florida State University

was Jim Morris who went on to coach at Georgia Tech. and later at the University of Miami as he became a Hall of Fame head coach.

“We start the game, and Mike Fuentes (Golden Spikes Award winner) of our team hits a rope to left field in the first inning. That was the only hit we got as we lost, 10-0.

“I jogged back to our dugout after the game and started wondering what I had got myself into. The next day, we lost a heartbreaker, 4-3.

“In game three, we fell behind 8-2 and took a lot of our starters out of the ball game to give others a chance to play. I knew we were in trouble losing the first two and were staring at three straight losses to begin the season. But on the bright side, we still had 57 more games to play.

“Entering the seventh inning, we were still down 8-2. Low and behold, we score two runs in the seventh and two more in the eighth as Miami only held an 8-6 lead at this point.

“In the ninth, we get a couple of base runners on, and Mike Yastrzemski hits a 3-run homer as we take the lead, 9-8. We got Miami out without a run in the bottom of the ninth and won the game.

“Our players were incredibly happy to rally for the win. We came back from six down on the road to win in the late innings against a fine Miami ball club with second teamers in there for most of the game.

“We get in our bus, and you have to go by their ball park to get to the highway to head back to Tallahassee.

“Their assistant coach was a man you may recognize by the name of Skip Bertman (future Hall of Fame skipper at LSU). Another one of their coaches was Ron Polk (future Hall of Fame head coach at Mississippi State). The head coach, of course, was Hall of Famer Ron Fraser.

“As we are driving by their field, Coach Bertman is just wearing those players out. He had guys rolling from first to third. I looked over at first base, and there are two guys on their knees puking. Jim Morris is sitting on the other aisle from me, watches what is going on at the field and says: ‘Mike, are we that bad?’

“I never forgot his comment

because I couldn’t stop laughing. We knew we were pretty good.”Praising Opponents

What also makes Martin special is that he will praise opponents when they make a spectacular play and are within earshot.

“That’s true. If our opponent makes a great play, and he can hear me, I will yell, ‘That was a big time play! That was a great play and call his number out.

“Most of the time, the young man is surprised that he is hearing a coach from the opposing dugout say something like that.

“Mark Teixeira, Georgia Tech.’s superb All-American years ago (14-year Major League veteran) made a play like that against us one night. He dived behind the bag, got up and threw a guy out. It killed us. But I still praised him because it was such a remarkable play.

“I know he remembers that to this day. When we played the New York Yankees in an exhibition game, he made it a point to walk over to our dugout, shake my hand and asked if he could say hello to our players. That resonated with me because it was such a class move on his part.

“Here is a guy who played at

Georgia Tech. But he knew it would be a nice moment for our guys. So he shook our players’ hands and talked to them a little bit. I will always remember that.”Raised In Loving Family

Martin said his upbringing was important.

“My mother sang in the choir. Daddy was an usher. We went to Methodist church every Sunday.

“Mother and daddy always would say to me, ‘There is one thing that nobody can ever take away from you. And that’s your word.

“When you give somebody your word, he must know you are telling the truth. When that is taken away from you, then you have lost one of the most important parts of your life.

“That’s the way I feel. If a guy is on the field and says the Lord’s name in vain, he will hear it from me.

“That’s something not said in our program. I don’t believe in ignoring situations like this.

“I just don’t think that we as leaders in our profession should allow people to break a commandment. While it’s true we can’t be with our players 24 hours a day, maybe he will remember what we teach.

“What I relish in coaching is when players come back years later and thank me for guiding them along the right path. It means a great deal to me. We demand that our kids go to class and try to make them better people. Learning From Others

Martin said that the success he has had in coaching can be traced to the great coaches he has learned from.

“I learned everything from other people. I could name numerous gentlemen who I learned from in Woody Woodward, Dick Howser, Ron Fraser, Ron Polk, Jerry Kindall, Rod Dedeaux and on and on these names would flow.

“If anybody ever said that Mike Martin reminded them of Rod Dedeaux, Ron Fraser or Jerry Kindall, I would be proud. Those coaches taught me so much about the game and life.

“There were some coaches who were negative people, and I learned that being that way isn’t the way you do things.

“Sometimes coaches think they had a lot to do with the invention of the game instead of understanding you learned from somebody. Everything I know was learned from somebody else.”

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Hate, that I was waking up each day knowing I wasn’t going to suit up with my brothers for the rest of the season.

“Depressed that my season had been cut short once again to injury.”

“Depressed to the point where I ostracized myself away from friends and family. I spent weeks talking with a psychologist about life, baseball and trying to find that inner peace that I had been longing for since the incident.”

Prior to the injury, McCrary made 26 appearances and 25 starts during the 2017 season and was batting .352 with 32 hits and reached base safely in every game.

He had a .438 on-base percentage and a .451 slugging percentage.

“We were playing a home game that day. In the third inning, we had runners on first and second with no outs.

“I stepped up to the plate and tried to move them over with a sacrifice bunt. I am a lefthanded hitter and squared around against a pitcher from Florida A&M (JoJo Durden) who was a lefty.

“When the pitch came out of his hand, I knew it wasn’t going to be in the strike zone immediately. My initial reaction was to turn away from the pitch as it was coming inside.

“But I couldn’t react quickly enough as a 90 mph fastball cracked me on the right side of my jaw.

“I immediately fell to the ground. I knew something was horrifically wrong with my mouth because it was completely contorted because of three broken bones in my jaw.

“I could feel some teeth in the back of my mouth that were broken from the impact of the blow. Two teeth were chipped in the back on top.

“One was chipped on the bottom in the very back as well.

“All three of them were eventually filled in. But one sustained severe nerve damage.”Shocking Situation

North Carolina Central Head Coach Jim Koerner said the incident was shocking.

“I immediately recognized the ball hit him in the face, and I yelled for the trainer immediately as we ran over to help him,” said Koerner.

“Mitch was on the ground and was so much calmer than what you would imagine for someone who just was hit by a pitch in the jaw.

“Then blood started pouring out of his mouth.

“You could see the situation was pretty bad.”

McCrary said he never passed out or even felt any pain because he was in shock with adrenaline flowing.

“Once my trainer assessed my condition, he sat me up. I stayed there for a short period of time. Then I was helped up and off the field as they sat me down in the tunnel.

“By that point an ambulance was on its way. Duke University Hospital is about 15 minutes away from our field. So I was taken to the hospital within 20 minutes or less from the time I was hit in the jaw.”

McCrary said he was not administered to by a doctor for five hours once he arrived at the hospital about 3 p.m.

“I was there for an eternity and

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TEXTBOOK EXAMPLE OF PERSEVERANCE — Mitchell McCrary of North Carolina Central has had to overcome labrum surgery to both shoulders and then surgery twice to his jaw after a 90 mph pitch hit him in the face while trying to bunt during the 2017 season. He is now set to play his final season in 2019.

didn’t get seen by a doctor until about 8 p.m.

“There were a couple of nurses who came in and out. Once they performed x-rays, it showed I had a fracture on the right side of the jaw where the ball hit me.

“On the left side of my jaw, there were two cracks which were caused by of the force of the ball impact.

“I had surgery on my jaw the next morning about 8 a.m. and was put under while surgery was performed for about two hours. Then they wired my jaw shut when the surgery was finished so the bones could heal.”

McCrary was released several hours after surgery. He wanted to be taken back to his apartment in Durham by his parents since it was close to finals.

P lus , he would be c lose to his doctor in Durham if any complications took place.

“My parents weren’t at the game, but they were listening to the game on our live audio through the school website.

“I had my phone with me when I was in the ambulance and texted my mom to let her know what happened and that I was alright.

“There was a grad student with me who was an old teammate, and he stayed with me the whole time.

“I told my mom there was no rush to get there, and I was being taken care of.

“But being parents, they came as quickly as they could. It was about a 4 ½ hour drive for them. They arrived that evening as I was just seeing the doctor.”Torture Begins

McCrary said that his jaw was wired shut for a month and two weeks and then half wired for another four weeks to minimize movement in the area until the entire jaw was fully healed.

“My folks stayed with me for a few days to make sure I was OK before they felt comfortable going back home.

“During the time my jaw was wired shut, I was on a purée diet. I could only consume smoothies and blended stuff that would seep

through my teeth and into my throat.

“My meals were ice cream, fresh fruit and protein which was blended up such as peanut butter.

“I couldn’t put a straw between my upper and lower teeth. It had to go on the inside of my cheek as food eventually seeped through the sides of my teeth and into my throat. It was torture trying to consume a meal.

“All I could think about day after day was a big meal I could absolutely dominate.

“My one recurring thought was devouring a large pepperoni and sausage pizza. But that wasn’t going to happen any time soon”

The first week after he was hit in the jaw, he lost 15 pounds. Throughout the whole ordeal, McCrary lost 24 pounds.

“I was about 185 pounds at the time I was hit.

“But after two months and two weeks of having my jaw wired shut and half wired, my weight fell to about 160 pounds.

“I was the lightest I had been since high school.

“The problem I also had was that when the wire was taken off, I wasn’t allowed to weight lift or do much of anything for a period of time. Doctors didn’t want me to take any risk at all which made sense.”

McCrary said that while he was allowed to eat whole food once again, doctors prohibited him from eating anything tough to chew like steak.

“My first whole food meal was that large pepperoni and sausage pizza I had thought of so many times. But for the most part, I ate softer food for a period of time. I had to strengthen my jaw muscles again.”Injury Plagued Career

McCrary said that he didn’t play baseball the rest of the 2017 season at North Carolina Central and didn’t play during the summer as well as his jaw healed.

“I was done playing baseball, to be honest.

“In August when I got back to

school, I told Coach Koerner that I wasn’t feeling baseball any more after what I had gone through.

”What a lot of people don’t realize is that I also had labrum surgeries on my right and left shoulders before I was hit in the right side of my jaw by a pitch. So I have been through a lot in my baseball career as far as injuries.

“My right shoulder was injured my freshman year at West Henderson H.S. (North Carolina) when I dove after a ball, and the ball of my arm came out of the socket briefly.

“Once I rolled over, the bone went back into the socket. I didn’t think anything of it at the time, although it was extremely painful.

“Then it kept occurring probably once a season after that. One time I had my right shoulder sublux on a check swing.”

McCrary said his left shoulder became a problem his senior year of high school.

“I was sliding into second base trying to break up a double play on senior night.

“Unfortunately, I slid in a little to hard over the base, and my left hand jammed into the bag as my left shoulder subluxed as the ball came out of the socket and then came back in.”

During his freshman year in college, he was told that he needed labrum surgery on his left shoulder.

“I played my freshman year and then got surgery after the season finished on my left labrum May 26. Then I got my right labrum done July 27. It was all in the same summer of 2015.”

McCrary said he was in a sling for a month and a half with his left arm. Then the same took place with his right arm.

“At one point, I was wearing a sling from May until late August with my left or right arm.”

He redshirted his sophomore year to rehab both shoulders.More Surgery On Jaw

McCrary said when he came back to North Carolina Central in August of 2017, his jaw was examined, and it was determined

more surgery was necessary.“I had a metal plate put in my jaw

over the horse shoe broken bone. My bone didn’t take to the metal. They put me under and explored the area to find out what was going on or if there was an infection. They ended up taking out the metal plate and closed me up.

“Fortunately, they determined that the jaw had heeled well enough. If they had discovered the bone was still too cracked or broken, they would have had to re-wire my jaw shut again. Fortunately the bone tissue was starting to grow back straight.

“If they told me I had to have my jaw wired shut again, I would have lost it.”

He said the cost of the surgeries to his jaw, as well as dental work, approached $90,000

The labrum surgeries on each shoulder brought a bill in excess of $50,000

McCrary said he had a change of heart about playing baseball two months later in mid-October of 2017 and asked Coach Koerner if he could still be on the team.

He obviously accepted McCrary with open arms.

“I was back to about 185 pounds now and had all summer to gain the 24 pounds I had lost when my jaw was wired shut.”

McCrary played the entire 2018 season without an injury as he wore a C-flap helmet to protect his jaw when batting. But he didn’t wear any special protection for his jaw as an outfielder.

He made 43 appearances last season and 38 starts as he collected 26 hits with 23 runs scored and 14 RBI and had 3 doubles and 4 home runs with 19 walks. He also had a 13-game streak of reaching base safely.

He is planning on playing in 2019 and finish up his college degree in May.

“Despite everything I have gone through in baseball, I still love the game,” said McCrary.

“My message to baseball players out there who read this is to follow your heart.

“There is always something to work for. If you can’t find that love for something you need, there are always other options you can put your efforts into.

“Instead of being depressed all the time about what happens to you, turn it around with positive energy. If you keep pushing forward, things will work out.”

The skipper of North Carolina Central is amazed at what McCrary has gone through during his baseball career.

“I have never had a player go through what Mitchell has endured,” said Koerner.

“Mitchell is textbook persever-ance. He has always been someone who has great energy and support for his teammates. He is passionate about baseball.

“We saw that when we recruited him and has been that way through his time with us.”

“I am proud of the person he is. This experience has given him an opportunity to use his voice in a positive way. Many people never discuss what trauma they experienced in their life.

“I couldn’t be more proud of how he stepped forward and told people how the situation impacted him mentally and how he had to battle those demons to get back to the person he always was.”

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The expectation is pitching with precision. That’s what we demand as every pitcher uses every part of the strike zone. I like to see pitchers develop pitchability so that when we implement a game plan with fastballs up or breaking balls in the dirt, etc., those kids can do anything we ask.

— Dave Therneau, Stetson Pitching Coach

By LOU PAVLOVICH, JR.Editor/Collegiate Baseball

DELAND, F l a . — Dave Therneau is Collegiate Baseball’s National Pitching Coach of The Year for 2018.

Now entering his fourth season as the pitching coach at Stetson, Therneau will be the 16th recipient of this award at the American Baseball Coaches Association Convention in Grapevine, Tex. this January.

Collegiate Baseball will delve into his superb system of developing pitchers.

But first, here is why he was chosen as the top pitching coach in the nation.

For the third straight year, Stetson’s pitching staff broke the school record for strikeouts:

2018: 635 strikeouts.2017: 538 strikeouts.2016: 485 strikeouts.The year prior to Therneau

arriving at Stetson, the Hatters had 379 strikeouts.

Five pitchers were drafted after last season including Logan Gilbert who was a first round pick by the Seattle Mariners.

He led all NCAA Division I pitchers with 163 strikeouts joining with Jack Perkins and Mitchell Senger to make the Hatters just the second program in NCAA history to have three hurlers record 100 or more strikeouts in consecutive seasons (Rice, 2002-03).

Brooks Wilson tied for the NCAA lead with 20 saves.

The Hatters tied for the NCAA lead, and tied the school record, with nine shutouts during the year and the staff posted the lowest team ERA (2.66) of the aluminum bat era.

In addition to shutouts, strikeouts, saves and ERA, the Hatters led the nation in fewest hits allowed per nine innings (6.81) and WHIP (1.11). Stetson was third in the nation in K/9 innings (10.5) and K-to-BB ratio (3.31) and was fourth in winning percentage (.787).

The Hatters also allowed the lowest opponent batting average (.207) and allowed the fewest extra-base hits (90) in the aluminum bat era.

Therneau enjoyed a highly successful 8-year stint as the pitching coach at Embry-Riddle prior to coming to Stetson as the Eagles made seven trips to the NAIA World Series.

During his tenure at Embry-Riddle, Therneau’s pitchers combined to earn 17 All-American honors, while eight were selected in the Major League Baseball draft.

In 2010, Embry-Riddle’s pitching staff led the nation in ERA at 2.63, and the Eagles ranked among the top 10 teams in the nation in ERA in seven of Therneau’s eight seasons.Therneau’s System

“Last year, I knew we were striking out hitters at a record pace,” said Therneau.

“In fact, the last three years, we have increased our strikeout total each year. People are trying to paint me as some sort of strikeout guru, and I find it humorous because I am not.

“The strikeouts we have had the last three years are a direct reflection of our strike throwing. If you keep hitters defensive all the time, they will strike themselves out.

“My first year at Stetson, we set the school record for strikeouts

in 2016 (485) and broke that my second year and then shattered the record last season (635 strikeouts). I am really proud of how many strikes the pitchers on those staffs threw to get ahead in many counts.”

Therneau said pitchers are immediately immersed into his system when they arrive on campus.

“We have a high quality throwing system with intelligence.

“We start by conditioning their arms and bodies to handle the throwing we do.

“I have always believed that to be good at throwing, you need to throw.”

Therneau said that weight training for pitchers must be used carefully and monitored.

“The issue I have with lifting weights is that lifts are isolated for different parts of the body. For instance, you use a squat rack to isolate the legs of pitchers. There are exercises that isolate the arms and shoulders. Everything isolates different muscles.

“In my mind, there is nothing

more complete with the training and conditioning of the body than throwing a baseball on the field. The total body movement, which includes getting gathered

and throwing the ball with some velocity behind it using your total delivery, is extremely valuable.

“We are heavy long tossers in our program. There is a technique

that I require pitchers to do. When it comes to weighted balls, a lot of that training is velocity driven. And

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I am not a velocity coach. I am a pitching coach.

“Now velocity is important, and I am not discounting it. Otherwise you wouldn’t see radar guns when coaches scout pitchers. To me, radar guns tell a story but not the story.

“I never go to our pitchers and tell them that my sole goal for you is to make you throw as hard as you can. Then what do you have? You have a guy who might jump to 92-93 mph or whatever. Yet he can’t throw a strike and doesn’t have a secondary pitch. I’m not too sure what you have when that happens,” said Therneau.

“So we do a lot of work on the field and even get to fatigue with long toss. Obviously our program is much more detailed than this as we incorporate proper rest. Command of pitches is where I like to focus our training with pitchers as I demand pitchers hit spots inside, outside as well as high and low.”

Therneau said strengthening the lower half of the body is important for power and explosion.

“I have a rule when working the upper body with weights for pitchers. They are only allowed to use dumb bells which forces them to control the weights within each hand. There is nothing past 90 degrees.

“There also must be balance when lifting between the front and back of the body. Imbalance is what gets those guys in trouble a lot of times. If your speed up muscles are stronger than your slow down muscles, guys are really at risk. And often times, it is too late as injuries occur.

“All of our players, including pitchers, are tested for their strength levels and flexibility with every facet of the body.

“As our pitchers train hard with strength work, it is very important to me that they maintain their flexibility. The last thing I want is for their delivery to be stiffened up because they lost flexibility in their lower half or another part of their body.

“I am old school with the power legs and strong core and controlling the weights with dumb bells for upper body work.

“I tell all of our guys that if we nail the three areas (conditioning arms, strength training and cardio-vascular work with interval running which are short and intense), that is when I see guys blossom from a stuff standpoint.

“I don’t have our guys do long distance running. We train with interval running because we are an interval sport. Pitchers are up and down, throw and stop. I don’t see the value of pitchers running five miles at a time.”Teaching How To Pitch

Therneau said that teaching his guys how to pitch is also crucial.

“Everything we do is not done in an instant. It can be a long, long process with some pitchers. The training our pitchers have is continuous.

“Once players get here in the fall, we start throwing bullpens right out of the chute. We establish a foundation of putting the ball where pitchers want it to go. I get really upset when balls are hitting the ground when playing catch. You should never see balls hit the ground if you are a college baseball player.

“We have several styles of bullpens which are as game like as possible. The foundation of all of them is putting the ball where it needs to go. It doesn’t mean you

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Past CB Pitching Coaches of Year• 2017: Nate Yeskie, Oregon St.• 2016: Jason Dietrich, Oregon • 2015: Alan Dunn, Louisiana State • 2014: Karl Kuhn, Virginia • 2013: Nate Yeskie, Oregon State • 2012: Shaun Cole, Arizona • 2011: Phil Cundari, Seton Hall • 2010: Mark Calvi, South Carolina • 2009: Jerry Weinstein, Col. Rockies • 2008: Scott Forbes, North Carolina • 2007: Dan Spencer, Oregon State • 2006: Gordie Alderink, Grand Val. St • 2005: Tom Holliday, Texas • 2004: Derek Johnson, Vanderbilt

TREMENDOUS PITCHING — Stetson led the nation in ERA, shutouts, strikeouts, saves and fewest hits allowed per nine innings last season thanks to the work of pitching coach Dave Therneau. LHP Mitchell Senger (above) is back this season. He was 9-2 with a 2.51 ERA and 114 strikeouts.

will do it every time. “But the expectation is pitching

with precision. That’s what we demand as every pitcher uses every part of the strike zone. I like to see pitchers develop pitchability so that when we implement a game plan with fastballs up or breaking balls in the dirt, etc., those kids can do anything we ask.

“Then it simply is my job getting the right guys out there who can perform against different batters.

“As we get later in the fall, our pitchers have fun with a goofy little box I have which houses pieces of paper with essentially every pitch possible and different locations. One might say fastball up. Another might be a changeup down.

“We keep execution percentages on those pitches and post them for the pitchers to see. We want to instill that mentality of being able to throw a pitch at any spot in the strike zone no matter what the count or what hitter is up. I feel it helps with the mental focus of our pitchers.

“During bullpens, we also want pitchers to focus in on the proper rhythm and tempo for each guy.”

Therneau said the ultimate goal is to produce a better pitcher.

“There are surprising number of pitchers out there who can throw 95 mph who don’t have a secondary pitch. Hitters will eventually time them up.

“So the key for pitchers is disrupting timing. There are so many aspects to pitching.

“I also am big on perceived velocity. We have a lefthander who throws 85-87 mph. But his perceived fastball velocity is just as high as Logan Gilbert last season who threw 95 mph with his fastball.

“This lefty throws 85 mph, and it looks like 95 mph to a hitter because of the ease of his arm and how quick his arm goes through the motion. His ability to change speeds is remarkable.”Calling Pitches

In this day and age, it rare to

run across a college pitching coach who doesn’t call pitches from the dugout.

But Therneau is an old school throwback to the days when every pitcher worked with his catcher on calling pitches throughout games with advice being given by the pitching coach during half innings.

“Not calling pitches by the coach is pretty rare these days,” said Therneau.

“I just trust my players to execute the game plan they were given and teach them along the way.

“I do all my teaching before game day. I tell my guys that I want to hand you the ball and sit in the dugout drinking Gatorade and not move.

“You’ve got to teach your pitchers and catchers what to look for with different hitters. I really enjoy teaching my pitchers everything I know about how to set up hitters, utilize every area of the strike zone, work on keeping them off balance and having a bulldog mentality out there.

“I can see the value of calling pitches at times if you have a real young arm on the mound and a young catcher, and they don’t know what the heck they’re doing. I get it. But I think the bigger concept is over coaching.

“If I relay the pitch and location to my pitcher on every single pitch, it sure looks like I am coaching my rear end off. But more times than not, when coaches call pitches, it disrupts the tempo of the game and the tempo of the guy on the mound.

“The right pitch might be to throw a breaking ball, but the pitcher doesn’t believe it. Too many times, you see him hang that pitch as it is hit hard. What have you accomplished as a coach?

“It’s not my style to call pitches during games, and I had to fight it for a while when Pete Dunn hired me at Stetson. But it ultimately worked as pitchers worked with catchers on calling their own games.

The bottom line is that a coach must have the right players in place to do this. But he also must do a good job of coaching them prior to games.

“I have found that having a classroom setting is great to explain how to exploit hitters. Working with pitchers in practice is vital so they understand what has worked and what didn’t. Sometimes they have to fail a little to really understand a concept well.

“Then they are also taught during games. So it is constant instruction which allows your pitchers and catchers to be smart at pitch calling and execution during games as they keep in mind what the home plate umpire that day will allow a strike to be.”

Therneau said he will stop pitchers during intersquad games at times to help with this learning process.

“It’s a constant process of teaching whether it be games, intersquads, bullpens or calling them into my office and talking through some things and changes. I am not a cookie-cutter delivery guy. You could never teach Clayton Kershaw of the Dodgers to throw like Chris Sale of the Red Sox and vice versa. There is a certain comfort level to how each throws a baseball and how their deliveries are.

“It is my job to identify if anything is getting in the way of our pitchers’ deliveries. Then I will make that change only if it will help my guy become better as a pitcher. The last thing you want to do is clone every delivery which is counterproductive in my book.

“This is why in the recruiting process, I look at a wide variety of pitchers who will help our staff. I am looking for the 6-foot-6 guy as well as a 5-foot-11 guy and everyone in between. The common denominator for me is if they are able to pitch and don’t allow balls to be squared up too often.

“Then you have every pitcher on your staff perform a specific function.”

Mentally Tough PitchersTherneau explained how his

pitchers become bulldogs on the mound.

“I demand that pitchers be focused and tough when they pitch,” said Therneau.

“I am probably competitive to a fault. I expect that out of my players. And if you are not competitive when you take the mound, I don’t understand it. If you have a fear of any moment, I don’t understand it. For me it should never be about fear when you are pitching.

“Our team had a great opportunity going on the road against North Carolina last season for a Super Regional and the right to go to the College World Series.

“Our pitchers relish the idea of pitching in those moments. If you can’t and are a bundle of raw nerves, you will never survive in this game.

“I am just honest with my pitchers. If they can’t handle those moments and have fear of those moments, this isn’t the place for you and I’m not the coach for you.

“There is a big difference between a pitcher being nervous and intense. I don’t want to take the intensity and energy away from pitchers. But nerves and fear I can smell in a second.

“I don’t deal with that well.”Therneau gave a great example

of a young man who conquered his nerves as a freshman and ultimately became a terrific pitcher at Stetson

“LHP Ben Onyshko is a kid we had on the team last season (22 APP, 2.60 ERA,. 46 K, 14 BB).

“He is the greatest example in my coaching career of a kid who was a lost puppy when I first got to Stetson. He had a fear of getting hit. He was very insecure and thought he wasn’t good enough. So I had to paint a picture of what he was capable of being. Last season, he was dominant and ended up being drafted as a senior.

“But that took some time. He struggled as a freshman (5.09 ERA, 32 K, 24 walks, 7 HBP, 14/15 stolen bases, 13 extra base hits).

“The bottom line is that I had to make the kid understand how good I knew he was and truly believed in him. I would never put him on the field at any time when he couldn’t get the job done. It gave him some confidence and swagger as he kept improving.

“He completely flipped the script from being scared to death to pitching angry. It was a remarkable transformation and completely changed who he was.

“So to answer your question, I let all my pitchers know I want competitors and demand it. I tell them I don’t want people around me who aren’t competitive. I can sleep at night if I have a kid is struggling

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but competing. But if a pitcher isn’t able to compete because he is scared, that doesn’t sit well with me.”Challenging Bullpens

Therneau said his bullpens are always as game like as possible.

“We do a ton of game simulation in our bullpen work as best we can. Our pitchers face many batters in bullpen settings as well. I teach our guys that in order to do what I expect which is commanding pitches in any environment on both sides of the plate and up and down, they must have the mindset that having a hitter step into the batter’s box is nothing to be concerned about. All focus should be on the spot in the catcher’s glove you are trying to hit.

“We might put a lefthanded batter and a righthanded batter on opposite sides of the plate during bullpens. If a pitcher is truly focused, it doesn’t matter. You don’t even see them. When I was a pitcher, I didn’t throw very hard. But I did have plus command. Throwing to a target is what I focused on. I didn’t worry about how many people were in the stands or how close a guy was next to the plate. It had no affect on me going in on him if that is where I wanted to throw.

“I threw pitches to spots where they needed to go. It was as simple as that. Why would I care where a guy is standing? That was my mentality, and it really helped me.

“Our hitters can stand in any time they want during bullpens.

“The precision focus I want my pitchers to have doesn’t take place if they are day dreaming or going through the motions. Pitches will be all over the place. While I don’t get mad often, when I do, I have their attention. If a guy isn’t competing or in the game mentally, that is when I tend to get hot.

“For instance, when a pitcher releases the ball, he is the ninth defender on the field. I have certain demands there.

“If he doesn’t sprint hard to first base on plays that require him to do that and is late, I get upset because we have gone over this a million times.

“If he doesn’t back up a base, not competing or wavers off the game plan, that gets me going because they aren’t paying attention as they should. Then I get someone out there who will.

“I have found that you must coach pitchers different ways. One guy needs a hug while another needs a cattle prod, so to speak. I am happy to do either so I can get the most out of my guys.”Throwing Inside Vital

Therneau said he is a big believer in pitchers throwing inside regularly.

“That side of the plate is a must to command by a pitcher, and he can’t be afraid to throw there. While we will mix pitches up for batters, a spotted inside fastball is always a

great weapon.“But you also must keep in mind

many hitters today in college will try to get hit by pitches. If a side effect of throwing inside is hitting a batter, I don’t care. When you throw inside, don’t let the ball leak over the plate.

“What I find is that there aren’t that many batters who climb on top of the plate and try to take the inside pitch away from the pitcher. Those who do typically have body protection from getting hit. I think a hitter is soft if he has to resort to being purposely hit. I don’t see any level of toughness for sticking your ‘mechanical elbow’ in front of a 95 mph fastball.

“My personal mentality when I pitched was that if a batter came to the plate and got hit on purpose as he stuck his elbow into the strike zone or didn’t move and let the ball hit his ‘mechanical elbow,’ I would hit him in an unguarded place the next time up.

“I have always felt if a batter wants to get hit on purpose, he probably can’t swing the bat.”Recruiting Pitchers

Therneau said when recruiting future pitchers at Stetson, he wants hurlers who simply are hard to hit.

That can mean a pitcher who throws heat, another who spins off nasty breaking balls or a pitcher with a combination of pitches that destroys timing.

“I love having a staff of pitchers who can do many things. But the main criteria is having pitchers who don’t allow many balls to be

squared up often. “Having a great mix of different

sized pitchers is great as well. It is nice to have guys who are 6-foot-6 and others who are 5-foot-11 to give different looks to batters.

“Another thing I look at is the pitcher’s perceived velocity to the batter. I like to recruit pitchers with a lot of variety which has a good mix of lefties and righties. Once you have an assortment of these pitchers, then you mix and match them for specific situations after your starters are set.

“Then I want all of our pitchers to be the best they can in their roles. There is no one who has more of a significant role on our staff. They are all important.

“Then we train them and condition their arms as they learn to make adjustments necessary during games as they are taught how to pitch.

“My system is very old school. I would be interested in knowing how many pitching staffs led the nation the last 20 or so years in the different national statistics who called their own games like our pitchers do?”

Therneau said he is extremely grateful for Pete Dunn for hiring him at Stetson four years ago.

“I was an NAIA pitching coach at Embry-Riddle, and NAIA coaches rarely get a chance at being a pitching coach for a NCAA Division I program.

“Pete gave me that chance, and I will always be grateful for the opportunity.”

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Recruiting Philosophy Focuses On Pitchers Who Are Difficult To Hit

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Cheat Codes For Higher Exit Velocity Hitters Can Ramp Up Swing Speed With Proper Scientific ApproachBy PERRY HUSBANDSpecial To Collegiate Baseball(Final Of A 2-Part Series)

PALMDALE, Calif. — Settling for less than maximum exit velocity in hitting is criminal to youth players.

If you are a high school or collegiate hitter in the 70’s or 80’s in tee exit velocity, you have some immediate testing to do.

It takes about 90 mph to leave the yard, and that has to be the very beginning level that you seek.

During my training days with amateur hitters before discovering effective velocity, we routinely had high school hitters in the mid 90’s and always some at 100 mph.

Many of those reached that level with a wood bat, off the tee.

Exit velocity is a precise formula of efficient movements.

Not every player will reach the mid-90’s, but I believe that every good athlete should be at least at 90 mph off the tee as an upper level high school athlete.

You won’t do it by using an ice skater and a boxer as an example of how to swing a bat at a ball.

We experimented with a junior college team for three weeks.

We started with one hitter at 100 mph and ended with 10 hitters in that club.

This speaks to making better movements, not getting stronger in three weeks.

If the ice skater science actually applied to the swing, wouldn’t we want to swing about a six inch bat?

If bringing everything in closer to the body speeds things up so much, the shorter the bat, the faster the bat.

According to experts, bat speed is everything.

I, however, disagree. It is one thing of many that

creates the very complex movement that is a baseball swing.

The photo below shows Bryce Harper’s lead arm completely locked out at impact and well before.

All the rubber bands have released the energy at or close to max levels.

That’s why all the hardest hit balls include these type of stretching movements.

Bryce consistently has the lead arm locked with great bat lag angle well before impact.

This engages the big muscles that pull the bat into maximum bat speed.

Pushing the bat will never create the same exit velocity.

Try this simple experiment to understand the difference between

Perry Husband delves into his system of generating more hitting power.

INTERESTNG FINDING — Bryce Harper locks out the lead arm which gives him more power.

pulling the bat into action and pushing it.

Put your hand flat on a hard surface.

With your index finger, lift it up and slam it down.

Now using your other hand, lift the middle finger off the table until you feel the tension of pulling it backwards, then release it quickly.

The slam of the middle finger should show you how completely obvious the difference is.

Pulling the middle finger back and releasing it is the same as stretching the lead arm and abs and then releasing them, like a rubber band.

This is why the only real comparison to the baseball swing is the golf swing, with the obvious differences.

Slam the index finger (top, right photo) into the table by itself.

Pay attention to the sound and the feeling of how hard the finger hits the surface.

Then, using the other hand, lift the middle finger up off the table until you feel it fully stretched, then release it. (bottom photo, right)

The sound is much louder than the push of the index finger on its own.

There is an obvious difference in power. Heavy Ball Training

The single most overlooked and misunderstood part of exit velocity training is NOT losing energy at impact.

There is a tremendous amount of force at impact.

If your body is in weak positions at impact, you will absorb energy and cause losses in exit velocity.

Period. Plyometric hitting and the idea of

‘self leveling’ drills were introduced in 2001 with the release of the Hitting Is A Guess video.

Explosive training drills teach the player to adjust his body movements with very little coaching needed.

The coach simply needs to know the elite level movement to help guide the player there, rather than trusting only the player’s ability to adjust based on environment.

If the coach or instructor does not know the difference between an elite movement and not, they will allow the player to settle for minor speed gains.

You don’t just pull 100 mph exit velocities out of thin air.

You have to methodically work toward that by learning to stretch

FINGER TEST — Perry Husband demonstrates the power of pulling a finger compared to just pushing. This vividly shows why elite hitters can generate more power with pulling the bat into maximum bat speed.

the right rubber bands at the right times and then locking out correctly and timely to avoid losing the energy.

With older hitters using a fully inflated basketball, their swing should be at least 70 percent of their maximum tee exit velocity and stronger players at 75-80 percent.

With the Ev Lab heavy ball, you should be at about 70 percent, depending on your strength level.

When I was training a lot of amateur hitters, we had several high school hitters with 100 mph wood bat exit velocities.

One high school junior was at 103 mph with the wood bat off the tee and 83 mph with the basketball.

The average exit velocity of over 500 tested high school hitters at that time, was about 80 mph with a baseball off the tee.

This player was higher than the average hitter with a fully inflated basketball.

Coaches should use their good judgment as to the players who can physically handle hitting a basketball.

I recommend the new Aqua Ball, a one pound ball that is a super tough heavy ball with a better feel off the bat.

It feels like it jumps off the bat rather than a wrap around feel of some other softer heavy balls.

This is better for consistent swing output numbers and the feel of the hitter.

The softer ones feel like hitting a pillow and for me, this works negatively in the mindset you are trying to build to add exit velocity.

The simple truth is that players miss hit the ball far more often than they hit it well.

Very few MLB hitters average over 80 percent of their max exit velocity.

A player with 115 mph max exit velocity who averages 90 mph is at 78 percent of his max, just to put that in perspective.

When you miss hit the ball, there is an energy loss at impact, which causes a loss in exit velocity.

I know this is technical, but aren’t we talking about the science of hitting.

Not the rumor of hitting or the cliché of hitting but rather the SCIENCE of hitting, where everything can be measured.

Just because it is complex, we don’t get to make up faux science

that we think might be backed by data.

We have to prove it. Ice skaters spinning on one axis

have virtually nothing to do with hitting a 95 mph fastball.

The ball misses the sweet spot on the handle side and the bat has tremendous vibration, causing a huge loss in exit velocity.

Notice how the handle is buried into the right hand of the hitter, absorbing the energy from the miss hit.

The end of the bat causes vibration as well, but the end of the bat is traveling much faster than the handle. So the exit velocity will be higher usually.

However, there is still a great deal of energy absorbed into the body that does not transfer to the

ball. This Lorenzo Cain miss hit

(above photo) turned into a fisted hit, but the evidence of the lost energy is in the bat bending and the handle buried into the right hand.

It is important to note that that top exit velocity producers in MLB average only about 75 percent of their max exit velocity on up and inside fastballs when they bring their hands in with the lead arm bent.

This is largely due to the idea of looking away and adjusting in.

Heavy ball testing and training is a very important part of creating maximum exit velocity, especially when the ball is slightly or even massively miss hit.

When you consider the stats from the earlier articles that appeared in Collegiate Baseball, most contact is early or late and rarely exactly on time with maximum swing efficiency or 100/100 happening in many cases only one time per season.

I stated earlier that 100 percent on time contact with 100 percent efficient swing mechanics is rare.

Aaron Judge hit only one ball all season last year at 100/100.

He hit 13 at 95 percent of his max, 53 at 90 percent and all the rest lower than that.

His overall exit velocity average

Lorenzo Cain Miss Hit

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was just over 75 percent of his max.

You can find a few hitters, like Jose Altuve, who usually has about 12 balls hit at his 100/100 level.

But these hitters are exceptions, not the rule.

This is due to the fact their swing is more in line with pitches and more efficient in general.

In other words, when players have more efficient swings, 100/100 is much more likely.

His launch angle graph features more like the 10 degree focus that we described earlier.

Is this coincidence? I don’t think so. Jose Altuve is 5 feet nothing and

has a max exit velocity that rivals nearly everyone in the game.

The difference is that he performs it much more often.

Luck? I say it’s swing efficiency. You can’t help but think his swing efficiency, pound for pound, is higher than most.

Players that train to lock out before impact create harder miss hits.

Hitting is about how well you miss hit the ball, far more than it is about perfect contact.

Coache,s stop using exit velocity as a fun game to make workouts seem scientific and actually make them scientific.

Hold players accountable for their average exit velocity of a round.

If they are launching balls at 35 degrees, their average groundball will be topped, and the average fly ball is more like a pop up.

The average exit velocity will be far less than the 90 percent of their max it should be. Live BP Test

The third test is the live BP Swing Test.

Using a live BP thrower, or a pitching machine, set it up for pitches middle middle all the same speed.

Take 10 swings at these center cut pitches.

Count every swing that features a middle pitch, not counting pitches inside or outside.

Record the swings from the same 90 degree view and record the exit velocity.

Using your video analysis system, measure the launch angle.

We adjusted Jay Bell’s swing and changed his live average launch angle from a hard ground ball to a high line drive or today’s “barrel.”

A barrel is a ball hit at 25-30 degrees at 100 mph. Our amateur metrics will be a bit lower.

The Trajectangle Rating uses a number rating that was trajectory plus estimated exit velocity, as we could not measure live BP exit velocity in 2000. Instead, we had Jay’s feeling along with a panel of four coaches judging it.

Trajectangle Ratings may be easier to think about (see top photo).

A five is hit at 10 degrees. A four is a high line drive or a

low line drive within 10 degrees, below or above, the 10 degree line.

A three is hard fly ball or a hard ground ball.

Two’s are pop ups in the outfield or not well hit ground balls that would barely reach the outfield if untouched. A one is an infield popup or a topped ground ball that would stay in the infield.

This simple rating system gives you an easy way to judge every ball off the bat.

The wall diagram showing the

100 Percent Efficient Swing Mechanics Are RareContinued From Page 8

Using a Trajectangle rating can be helpful to hitters.

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red area is from 20 degrees down to 0 degrees, the area where the most overall hits tend to happen.

Jay Bell’s test had him at 3.7 groundballs on average.

His after stats moved him to 4.3 high line drive with a few simple adjustments mechanically.

This test will feature a score for Trajectangle Rating for launch angle, top live exit velocity and average live exit velocity.

The average exit velocity should be about 90 percent of the maximum, counting every swing.

The average Trajectangle Rating should be at least at three

or higher. This is a similar rating system that

Drew Thomas, Coastal Carolina’s pitching coach, used with his pitchers to rate how well balls were being hit off them in 2016.

They averaged around 2.6 for that championship season which is pretty impressive. Tee Test Data

Before Rachel Garcia’s amazing season in 2018 at UCLA when she was named National Player of The Year in softball, she made some adjustments in her swing.

Todd Budke, her personal hitting instructor and men’s fast-pitch Hall

of Famer, helped her stretch the right rubber bands and get locked out better in one session.

Her exit velocity and launch angle increases were incredible in one session.

That is all about swing efficiency being improved. Top Tee Exit Velocity - 68

mph (Increased to 79 mph same day).Average Tee Exit Velocity -

66 mph (Increased to 75 mph same day).Launch Angle Average - 5.4

degrees - I am looking for closer to 10 degrees. (Increased to 9.1 degrees same day with simple adjustments). Conclusion

If you consistently hear the terms, “front foot down early,” “ride the front leg,” “look away and adjust in,” “bend the lead arm and extend through impact,” “bring the hands in close to the body to increase bat speed,” “swing up to hit all flyballs” and many other popular clichés online, your swing is very likely not producing maximum exit velocity or at the ideal launch angle.

The only way you can find out

is to test it. Understand which movements

are producing your maximum bat speed.

See if you are absorbing energy at impact or locking out in time to have the ball jump off your bat at max.

You have to stretch the right rubber bands and minimize the absorption at impact to get the exit velocity to jump.

Does your swing measure up?

More On HusbandPALMDALE, Calif. — More

information on the hitting system of Perry Husband can be obtained by going on his website at: www.hittingisaguess.com

It features seven different books and DVDs on intriguing subjects, in addition to online classes.

If you are interested in a test kit or wish to set up your own Home Ev Lab and get discount codes for the new Pocket Radar Smart Coach radar and app, e-mail Perry at PerryHusband@gmail

Also check out the Ev Lab Heavy Ball for testing and training at www.hittingisaguess.com

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ANSONIA, Conn. — The Kansas City Royals and Houston Astros played at Minute Maid on June 24.

In the bottom of the second, Tony Kemp was batting with the bases loaded and one out when Kemp’s swing made contact with the mitt of Royals’ catcher Drew Butera.

Plate ump Lance Barrett ruled the ball dead because it was a foul ball.

He sent Kemp to first and awarded all runners one base because they were all forced to advance.

Kemp’s presence on first base created the force for all three runners.

You can view this play by going to the link: https://www.mlb.c o m / v i d e o / g u r r i e l -scores-on-interference/c-2191220583?tid=6479266 or go to MLB.com, June 24, KC@HOU: “Gurriel comes home on catcher’s interference” Catcher’s Interference The catcher can interfere with the batter in different ways (5.05 (b) (3); 8-1-1-e; 8-2e).

The most common is when the batter’s bat makes contact with the catcher’s mitt.

When this occurs, the ball remains alive and in play unless: (1) the ball settles in foul territory; (2) the batter misses the pitch; or (3) continuous action stops if the ball is hit in fair territory and there is no further chance for runner advancement.

The rule allows the batter to be awarded first base and runners on base advance only if forced.

In the above play, all runners were forced to advance one base because the bases were loaded.

If there were runners on first and third, the runner on third would remain on third because he wasn’t forced on the play.

The runner on first would be awarded second because he was forced to that base.

Playing under NFHS rules, catcher’s interference is referred to as “catcher’s obstruction.”

If a runner is attempting to advance on “catcher’s obstruction,” he is entitled to that base.

If the runner is not attempting to advance, he is entitled to the next base, only if forced per 8-1-1-e.

Under all playing codes, the interference is nullified if the batter and all runners advance at least one base on the play. In the above play, let’s say Kemp singled to center following the interference and all runners including Kemp advanced at least one base on the play.

In that case, the interference is negated.

The rule is basically universal for all playing codes.

When catcher’s interference is called with no runners on base, if the batter advances at least one base, the interference is nullified.

If the batter is thrown out at second or any other base, he is out. If the batter-runner rounds first base and the fielder throws behind him and he is tagged-out, the out remains.

When catcher’s interference is called, if the batter does not reach base, the catcher is charged with an error and the batter is not charged with a time at-bat. Interference Twice In Game

The Chicago Cubs’ Tommy La

Stella reached base twice in the same game on June 7 against the Philadelphia Phils because he was interfered with by catcher Andrew Knapp.

The first interference occurred in the bottom of the first inning with a runner on second and no outs.

La Stella hit a ground ball to pitcher Nick Pivetta who tossed to first for the apparent putout.

But plate umpire Nick Mahrley called interference on Knapp because Knapp’s mitt made contact with La Stella’s bat.

La Stella was given first base but Albert Almora Jr., the runner on second, had to remain on second, because he was not forced to advance.

If both La Stella and Almora advanced one base on the play, the interference would have been nullified.

The second inter-ference on Knapp took place in the bottom of the eighth with the bases empty.

La Stella fouled the pitch and was awarded first base.

If La Stella reached base safely in any manner, the interference would have been nullified.

To view the two catcher’s interference ca l l s , see the l ink below.

https://www.mlb.com/video/la-stella-on-by-2-interferences/c-

2129286283?tid=6479266or go to MLB.com, June 7,

“PHI@CHC, “La Stella reaches on interference twice”Initiating Interference

There are some rumblings about La Stella who has reached base seven times via catcher’s interference at this writing.

Some think he is initiating or intentionally trying to get the call. In the June 23 game vs. the Cincinnati Reds, he argued that Reds’ catcher Tucker Barnhart interfered with him when he grounded out, 4-3 in the bottom of the fifth with runners on first and third and two outs.

But plate ump Greg Gibson gave it a thumbs down.

Did La Stella attempt to initiate catcher’s interference? Go to the link below and listen to the call of Reds’ broadcaster Chris Welsh and you can decide for yourself at: http://video.foxsports.com/partners/img/foxsportslinks/CUBS_REDS_LA_STELLA_0623.mp4

In the link below you will see a slo-mo clip.

https://www.dropbox.com/s /nnoka johcdbxc6 t /ou tpu t_19.mp4?dl=0

My opinion? La Stella’s bat never made contact with the mitt and because of the nature of his swing and the fact he argued for interference, I think he was looking for it. So, the probability is strong that he attempted to initiate the catcher’s int. call. Catcher’s Interference Czar

The all-time leader in getting on base by catcher’s interference is the New York Yankees’ Jacoby Ellsbury with 31 tips. Is it his batting style, intent, overly aggressive catchers or a combination of all three?

Ditto for Pete Rose who had 29 catcher’s tips in his career or any other batter who is a frequent beneficiary of the rule.

Rose’s reputation to initiate the call was no secret.

Former Baltimore Orioles’

catcher Elrod Hendricks once told me, “We knew that Rose would try to get on base that way. It was in our scouting report when we played the Reds in the 1970 World Series.

“And would you believe, he nailed me in Game One!”

Rose led off the bottom of the fifth with the score tied 3-3 facing Jim Palmer.

On Palmer’s first pitch, Rose’s bat made contact with Hendricks’ glove and “Charley Hustle” was gifted first base. Batter Always Protected

I’ve been tracking catcher interference violations for five decades and I have never seen a batter called for intentionally initiating the interference with the catcher.

It’s a difficult call for the umpire because he can’t be a mind reader.

Catchers are usually the ones who cause the interference and batters are seldom at fault.

Some catchers like to set close to the plate to steal strikes for the pitcher.

They extend their mitt to catch the ball early in the strike zone. Former catcher Milt May was found guilty for catcher’s interference 15 times because of his aggressive style behind the plate.

He’s the leader in this low-rent district stat.Manager Has Option

Part of the catcher’s interference rule reads, “If the ball is put in play and all runners, including the batter-runner, do not each advance one base following a catcher’s interference call, the manager of the offensive team may elect to take the play and forego the penalty.”

There are two situations under Pro rules when the manager of the offensive team has the option of taking the play over the penalty.

T h e y a r e : ( 1 ) c a t c h e r ’s interference and (2) when a batter puts a ball in play that has been defaced. This I have never seen.

Under Pro rules, the manager must initiate the meeting with the plate umpire in both situations. If the manager does not do so, the umpire will invoke the penalty aspect of the rule and allow only runners who are forced to advance to move-up one base.

Of Ellsbury’s 31 interference calls, perhaps the most unusual, which did not go in the book as catcher’s interference because Yankees’ manager Joe Girardi

exercised his option of “taking the play,” occurred on April 16, 2014 in the afternoon game of a day-night doubleheader against the Chicago Cubs at Yankee Stadium.

In the bottom of the fifth, the Yanks had Brett Gardner on third with one out when Ellsbury tapped a ground ball back to the mound after his bat made contact with the mitt of Cubs’ catcher John Baker.

Plate umpire Jim Reynolds called interference on Baker and properly kept the ball alive.

Ellsbury pointed to Baker and momentarily remained in the batter’s box area (a normal reaction) before he was tagged-out by Cubs’ pitcher Jason Hammel up the first base line.

Meanwhile, Gardner, taking advantage of his free/without risk attempt to advance, wisely broke for home and crossed the plate.

So here we have one runner (Gardner) who advanced one base on the play and another runner (Ellsbury) who did not. This was the perfect storm for the managerial option.

Girardi met with Reynolds and elected to take the play over the penalty.

He traded the out for the run. This gave the Yankees a 3-0

lead which proved to be the final score.

Because Girardi opted for the play, Gardner was allowed to score and Ellsbury was ruled out. It’s A Free Run

If Gardner was thrown out at home, Reynolds would have sent him back to third and Ellsbury would be awarded first base because the one base requirement for all runners to advance was not met.

Teams should take advantage of the “free run.”

The odds heavily favor the offensive team in situations like this.

As stated above, if Girardi didn’t approach Reynolds, the ump would have invoked the penalty aspect of the rule which would have kept Gardner on third because he wasn’t forced to advance and Ellsbury would have been awarded first base.

Under NFHS rules, the umpire is expected to initiate a conference with the coach when catcher’s interference is ruled.

If a doctored or defaced baseball is pitched, it is an illegal pitch and a balk should be called which

creates an automatic dead ball per rule 6-2-1.

Therefore, there would be no option.

NCAA rules generally follow Pro rules but nothing is specific regarding who should initiate the meeting in cases where there is an option involving catcher’s interference.

There is no option when a defaced ball is part of a play. (9-2c). Ruleball Comments

1. Teams should be aware of the batters who reach first base often on catcher’s interference.

2. This should be included in scouting reports.

3. I believe in most cases intent is not involved but it’s wise to keep a record of batter’s who are often recipients of the rule.

4. Catchers should be reminded during the game of any hitter who has a penchant for reaching base via catcher’s interference.

5. In late game situations in a close scoring game, catchers must be extremely aware not to be overly aggressive. See below:

A walk-off catcher’s interference call?

According to the Elias Sports Bureau, this has occurred only once in organized baseball history.

The Reading Phils hosted the Binghamton Mets on June 20, 2007 in a seven-inning game because the first game, a suspended contest from the night before, went 11-innings.

With the score tied in the bottom of the seventh, the Phils had the bases loaded and two outs when Jason Hill hit a liner to the shortstop for what looked to be the third out, sending the game into extra innings.

B u t p l a t e u m p i r e M a r k Buchanan correctly called catcher’s interference on Mets’ catcher Mike Nickeas.

Hill was awarded first base and all runners were advanced one base, because they were forced, allowing Michael Spidale, the runner on third to score the winning run.

This was the third time that season that Hill had reached base on catcher’s interference.

Were the Mets aware of it? If so, perhaps Nickeas should

have adjusted his position. Was this an intentional act on the

part of Hill? He’s the only one that can answer

that question!

Hall Of Famer Irish O’Reilly Passes AwayROMEOVILLE, Ill. — Former

Lewis University Baseball Coach Henry “Irish” O’Reilly passed away at the age of 74 in mid-October.

O’Reilly retired in 2007 but remained closely connected with Lewis University.

In January 2018, O’Reilly – a 2016 inductee into the Lewis Athletics Hall of Fame – was honored by the American Baseball Coaches Association with the ABCA/Wilson Lefty Gomez Award.

O’Reilly was known for his leadership within amateur baseball as a longtime member of the ABCA Board of Directors, longtime chair of the ABCA NCAA Division II All-America Committee and a nine-year term on the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship Committee.

O’Reilly finished his career with a 1,246-916-8 (.574) record over 38 seasons of high school and collegiate coaching.

His record of 982-771-8 in 29 seasons at Lewis ranks eighth in

IRISH O’REILLYvictories among all baseball coaches in NCAA Division II history. He coached 41 All-Americans and saw 51 of his former players sign professional contracts, with four making it to the majors and one

earning a gold medal at the 2000 Olympics.

Additionally, more than 50 of Irish’s former players have gone on to coach at various levels of baseball.

During his time at Lewis, his teams reached NAIA or NCAA Division II postseason play 14 times. In 2014, Lewis honored O’Reilly by retiring his No. 14 jersey.

O’Reilly came to Lewis in 1979 and in his first two seasons he coached the Flyers to back-to-back NAIA Tournament appearances.

They finished the 1980 season as national runner-up and won a school-record 61 games. O’Reilly was named NAIA Area Coach of the Year.

Lewis placed among the top five at the NCAA Division II Championship five times, capturing third place finishes in 1988, 1990 and 1994 under O’Reilly’s direction.

The Flyers also won six Great Lakes Valley Conference titles.

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Final Tribute To Ken RavizzaProper Breathing Techniques Can Help Control High Stress Situations

KEN RAVIZZA

(Note: This is Collegiate Baseball’s final tribute to Ken Ravizza who passed away during the summer. This golden oldie was published in a previous issue of Collegiate Baseball years ago.)

By LOU PAVLOVICH, JR.Editor/Collegiate Baseball

FULLERTON, Calif. — Nerves of steel are an integral part of baseball, especially in high stress situations with everything on the line.

One important way to control nerves is with proper breathing which sets the tempo.

Ken Ravizza, one of the top sport psychology consultants in the United States, felt that developing the ability to control yourself in the heat of battle is an essential component of playing the game.

When you are in control, all other aspects of playing well, such as making good decisions and using your best mechanics, become easier. He also felt that the player who is under control is playing the game one pitch at a time. He is not upset about something that happened on a previous pitch or worried about what might happen on a future pitch.

His focus is on the present pitch.

In Ken’s remarkable book, Heads-Up Baseball: Playing The Game One Pitch At A Time, which was co-authored by Tom Hanson, several pages explain how the breath can be utilized to its fullest

in a baseball game.Collegiate Baseball has been

allowed to re-print those pages in this story.

“One of the easiest, yet most powerful skills to help gain and keep self control is a deep breath,” said Ravizza.

“Stopping to take a slow, steady breath serves a number of purposes, and many players find it to be the most helpful mental game skill

they learn.“Try it right now. While reading,

take a good breath. Place one hand on your stomach and take a long, slow, deep breath. Let the breath push your hand away from your spine.

“Don’t expand your chest or raise your shoulders much as you inhale. Think of drawing the air into your stomach as the belly is gently pushing out. When comfortably full

of air, relax and allow the air to flow out of you as the belly moves in.

“Take two more breaths the same way. This time, scan your body for tension as you inhale. As you exhale, let the excess tension go and feel yourself (especially your shoulders) sink down slightly into whatever you are sitting or lying on.

“You probably discovered you were tensing muscles that didn’t need to be tensed, so you let them relax. Excess tension is a major obstacle to great performance. The breath can help free you of the tension and allow you to play your best baseball.

“Your deep breath is the mental game’s most versatile player because it can be used almost any time for almost any purpose.

“Below are some of the main uses for the breath:A Good Breath

1. Puts your focus on the present moment. When you are playing one pitch at a time, you are totally focused on what is going on right now instead of thinking about what happened in the past or might happen in the future. Focusing on your breath helps you concentrate on the present moment because your breath is coming in and out right now!

2. Enables you to “check in” with yourself to see if you are in control. If you can’t get yourself to take a deep breath, it may be because your mind is going too fast to remember to do it or you’re too tight to get the air in. This is a good indicator that you aren’t in control and that

you need to take an extra moment ― and an extra breath ― to get centered and balanced before the next pitch.

3. Helps you get control. The game seems to speed up when you aren’t in control. A deep breath helps you slow it down. Be sure you don’t rush the breath. A short, shallow, rapid breath in which the air only gets into the upper part of your chest won’t do nearly as much good as long, slow, deep one that fills your abdomen.

4. Helps release negatives. When something bad happens, it usually leads to cluttered thinking, tense muscles, or, in most cases, both. Remember, you can’t control what happens to you, but you can choose how you respond to it. Respond with a breath! As you exhale, think of “blowing off” those last two pitches you threw that bounced in the dirt, the swing you took at a pitch over your head, the fly ball you misjudged, or any negative thing that just happened. A breath can blow that “monkey” off your back.

5. Energizes you when you are feeling sluggish. When you are feeling too relaxed or “flat,” taking a breath that really emphasizes the inhalation can help you get energized. A short series of hard, fast breaths accompanied by a pump-up talk to yourself and a few sprints can help you snap out of the listless funk where baseball players often find themselves after they’ve been on the field for a few hours (or

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a few minutes!).6. Helps you shift from conscious

th ink ing to “unconsc ious” trusting. When a player is playing well, his teammates often say he’s “unconscious.” A breath immediately before a pitch can help you make the transition between conscious preparation (such as planning what pitch to throw) and unconscious performance. As you exhale, think of sending your focus out at your target and moving into a state of trust where you let yourself perform freely rather than trying hard.

7. Helps establish a sense of rhythm in your pitching, hitting or fielding. Good players have a rhythm or tempo in their motions. Unfortunately, most players wait, hoping they’ll fall into a rhythm. Instead, choose to use your breath to help you get into a tempo before each pitch. Most coaching is focused on establishing rhythm during the pitch, but the best place to establish rhythm is between pitches.

“A good, slow, steady breath can do many things for you and can serve many purposes at the same time,” said Ravizza.

“We aren’t talking about taking seven breaths between each pitch!”Breathing Exercises

“Each of these exercises helps develop the skill of controlling yourself on the field. Like any physical skill, you only get better at it with practice,” said Ravizza.

“1. At least five times during each of the next five days, pause for a moment and take one or two good breaths. Focus on the air as it comes in to your abdomen and feel yourself relax as you exhale. Be aware of how your body feels after each breath.

“2. To experience the benefits of the breath, use it while stretching before a game or practice. During any stretching exercise, take a good breath and allow yourself to relax and sink further into the stretch as you exhale. For example, when bending at the waist to stretch your hamstrings, take a deep breath and let it out easily. Let go of your tension and allow your upper body to move closer to your feet. Don’t force this action, just relax and let yourself go. Repeat the breath and allow yourself to sink even further into the stretch.

“3. Lie on your back in a quiet place. Make yourself comfortable and begin taking slow, steady, deep breaths from your abdomen. Think ‘inhale’ as your stomach rises from the air you draw in. Think of the number of the breath you are letting go as you relax and allow the air to flow out of your abdomen.

“Repeat to yourself, ‘inhale…one…inhale…two…inhale…three’ and so forth. When you reach 10, count backwards to zero and begin again. See if you can make it to 10 without letting any thoughts other than your breath and your counting take over your mind. Play with this exercise for five minutes or so each day or every other day for awhile, then progress up to 20 minutes.

“In a game, you need to concentrate on the next pitch so fully that all other thoughts are blocked out. This exercise helps develop that ability. In the game, nothing matters except the next pitch; In this exercise, tell yourself that nothing matters except the next breath.”

Ravizza explained that choking can be drastically reduced with proper breathing.

“The term ‘choke’ is derived

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from the fact that nervousness often makes the muscles in our shoulders, neck and chest tighten, resulting in short, shallow and rapid breathing. This leads to other muscles tightening up. Making a conscious effort to breathe deeply and fully helps you relax and directly counter the conditions that lead to ‘choking’ on the field.”Importance Of Breathing

Dave Snow, former head baseball coach at Long Beach State University and an assistant coach with the U.S. Olympic baseball team, feels breathing properly in games is essential to quality performances.

“We had a hitting specialty camp and invited kids from ages 10-17 to attend,” said Snow.

“When all you do is hit all day, the days become awfully long. In the second day of camp, we talked about the metal approach to hitting. So we set up a scenario all during that day where all hitters were instructed to take a good, conscious breath before having balls thrown to them either by an instructor or a machine.

“All of the instructors were amazed at the improvement in the kids from the previous day, and the only different element brought in was the conscious effort to breathe properly.”

Snow said he has been a long-time advocate of proper breathing in baseball games for athletes.

“If an athlete has the presence of mind to take a conscious breath, it is a good indication he is under control. Many times we talk about breathing properly to our players. Sometimes they won’t take the breath before hitting or pitching. It is a good indication the player was a little rushed or a little bit out of control. By having a pre-pitch

Verbal Hitting Cues Can Be HelpfulBy JOHN LUEDTKE Special To Collegiate Baseball

BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Teaching hitting has been a passion of mine for years.

One topic rarely talked about is using verbal hitting cues.

The following are some that have worked well for me over the years. Use these catchy concepts and paint a positive mental picture to your hitters.“The Approach Is The Glue That Holds Your Swing Together.” — Kevin Seitzer

Your approach/plan should determine what pitch you are swinging at. Don’t be reactionary unless it’s your plan/approach.Swing Mechanics

Pop the ball with a two-handed timing swing, versus a one-arm wave.

Short to the ball and long through the ball.

Squish the bug or back leg it.Keep your hands above the ball

and the barrel above the hands. (initial decent).

Hit against a firm, closed, front side. The Grip

If you want a good swing, you need a good grip.

L i n e u p y o u r k n o c k i n g knuckles.

Grip the bat with your last three

fingers of each hand and notch your pincer fingers.Seeing The Ball

Your eyes will tell your hands what to do.

The longer you see it – the better you hit it.

See the bat go through the ball.See the ball - hit the ball.

Stance Or SetupHave an athletic stance.Your fee t wi l l g ive you

direction.Strong foundation = powerful

swing.Be vertically stacked in your

setup.Stay in your legs.

Tension Is CancerBe intense without tension.Hold the bat like a tube of

toothpaste.Arms and shoulders should feel

like wet noodles.Try and not manufacture

power.Slow the game down, by slowing

your breathing down.Rhythm

Dance with the pitcher.Timing

Get it on time; Get it on plane.Start sooner and slower.You would rather hit the ball too

late than too early.Making Solid Contact

Dime on dime - Center it up

- Barrel it Up.Let the ball travel or get deep.

HandsYour eyes will tell your hands

what to do.Swing the knob of the bat and

the barrel will follow.Your hands and arms work

interdependently than that of your shoulders.

Trust your hands.Keep your hands inside the ball

and the barrel above the ball.Take the knob of the bat between

your body and the ball.Driving The Ball

Power is generated from the ground on up.

Drive the ball versus trying to lift it.

Get your hands ready to attach the ball.

Let the pitcher supply you power too.Fear Of The Ball

The pitcher has to hit you to move you.Discipline

Know and control the strike zone.A Few More…

Home runs are doubles that accidentally go over the fence.

A long stride = a slow bat.Bat speed is a result of a

fundamental swing. Choke up – No cowtailing.

breath or pre-batting breath, the athlete shows me he is locked in with a presence and also tends to be more relaxed so he can more efficiently do battle with his opponent.

“I am a strong believer that a conscious breath can be a valuable

tool for an athlete. Simply inhaling for energy and exhaling to relax may seem like simple principles. But they are important in the heat of competition. Some of our players really get into breathing and all its important side benefits.”

Snow said if players are taught

to breathe correctly in fall practice and throughout the season, it can pay dividends during regional and College World Series time.

“As the season goes along, the pressure mounts, and having your players breathing correctly has helped us in regional and College World Series games. I personally am keying in on good quality breaths with my players when we get to the College World Series to see if they are breathing the same way they have all year long. If they are, it is a good indication they are ready.”Art Of Breathing

Former Oklahoma State Hall of Fame Coach Gary Ward discussed proper breathing in a 1987 Collegiate Baseball story which dealt with pressure and how to hone mind skills.

“Everything I’ve found points to the fact that if you are going to train and control the body, it starts with breathing and relaxation skills,” said the highly successful Cowboy coach.

“It all goes back to the yogis. They learned very early on that you can take control of the autonomic nervous system or what we call body response exercises where you actually reach a point of control through breathing and relaxation.

“You tell the body various things that your body begins to react to. You can control the temperature of your hands by mentally relaxing, reaching a point of good mental control. This has been proven in laboratory tests.

“When you see a foul shooter in basketball go to the line, we see him doing deep breathing exercises. We’ve been told to breathe deeply not knowing exactly why we do it. But it helps relax the shooter.

“From Bob Pettit to Magic Johnson to Moses Malone, they all have a five or six second ritual of some kind.

“They basically do the same thing every time. Then they release the shot. What they are trying to do is centralize everything by breathing and by control.”

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Discipline Was Vital To Former ASU Skipper WinklesLA QUINTA, Calif. – Bobby Winkles is one of the

hidden treasures in college baseball.He is the man who guided Arizona State University to

three national championships in 1965, 1967 and 1969.The only skippers to win more than three national

baseball titles have been Rod Dedeaux of Southern California (10 championships), Skip Bertman of LSU (five) and Augie Garrido (Cal. St. Fullerton and Texas) (five).

Winkles, who was inducted into the American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 1997, is a remarkable study.

He was one of the toughest disciplinarians in the game, but also was a man who would do anything for his kids.

During Winkles’ 13 years with the Sun Devils (1959-1971), he had obstacles to overcome which today’s coaches would find astounding.

For openers, he was the only coach on the team in those early years at Arizona State – no assistants – and had a yearly recruiting budget of $200 when he first began coaching with the Sun Devils.

“Back in the Stone Age,” laughed Winkles, “We didn’t have a lot to work with. But one thing our program did have was discipline. I felt we had to make our players men by their sophomore years or we wouldn’t win. That’s why we went by the rules and demanded respect.

“There were never any jobs supplied by me. Our players did it on their own. My guys had it tough, and I’m sure I was called a lot of names behind my back.”

Winkles is well known for his 20 rules.“Every kid who came to me was given the opportunity

to go out for baseball whether we had 50 or 60 guys in the fall. Those were the days when you had a freshman team. We were fortunate to have another coach handle that squad. I would have all the freshmen over to our house and my wonderful wife Ellie would put together sloppy joes for all the kids along with chips and soft drinks. I realized not all of them could play for us, but I never shunned anybody who wanted to try out.

“Then we would go over the 20 rules.”Winkles, who said he has forgotten some of his 20 rules

now, still remembers the key ones.“My rules were strictly adhered to. If player didn’t

adhere to them, they didn’t play. The discipline was tough, but we were fair and also showed love to our players.

“Rule No. 1 was Be On Time. My philosophy was just like old Green Bay Packers’ Coach Vince Lombardi. He said if you are not 10 minutes early, then you are late.

“Another rule was Sit In Class In The First Two Rows. I wanted our kids to hear lectures and look the instructors in the eye.

“My guys had to be in class when they were supposed to and do work they were asked of them. I had eight week reports from the instructors which was in the middle of the semester. You must remember that we didn’t have academic advisors in the athletic department during those days and no study hall.

“If I had a report that one of my guys was not doing well in school, the player knew the first person beyond me who would find out was their parents. Parents all love their kids and want them to do well. Plus, if I didn’t have any problems with the kids then I could go and play golf early in the morning as I did two days a week.

“I was given an honorary membership at Mesa Country Club and teed off at 6 a.m. and was in the office at 10 or 10:30 a.m. If the kids were doing well, I didn’t need to be in the office until then. Plus I’m not smart enough to draw up all the Xs and Os we could have had in our play book,” laughed Winkles.

“Another rule was when my guys went to school, they had to wear shoes and socks – no thongs.

“Still another was that all my players had to address their professors with ‘Yes Sir’ or ‘No Sir’ if they were male or ‘Yes Ma’am’ or ‘No Ma’am’ if they were female. I didn’t want anybody addressing people by saying hey this or hey that. It made them sound like pigs.”Player Problems

Winkles was asked what he would have done if he faced a player who wore earrings which is common these days in sports.

“I really don’t know,” laughed Winkles.“We just didn’t have that type of problem when I was

coaching Arizona State in those days. We had rules on the length of hair. I remember Alan Bannister coming in as a freshman, and he looked like a surfer right off the beach with off colored hair. He was a delightful young man. I made a comment about the length of his hair not being appropriate, and he told me he just got a hair cut. So I asked him to get another one.”

Winkles said another must for his Sun Devils was that everyone take a speech class.

“Whether they liked it or not, I made this mandatory. I wanted my guys to be able to talk to reporters properly and be able to make speeches if they had to in front of people.”

The Hall of Fame coach said the big no-no for players in those days was smoking or drinking.

BOBBY WINKLES“If a player was caught drinking or smoking, they would

not play for 30 days, period. One time I had a catcher who was caught drinking too much, and a policeman nearly arrested him. Fortunately, the officer knew me and called me up so I could pick him up.

“You could tell that catcher was very concerned when I showed up to pick him up because he didn’t know what I would do to him. He was not allowed to play for the next 30 days, and in addition, he was forced to coach first base during this entire time. Everybody kept asking why he was coaching first base and if he was hurt. He had to keep repeating that he was caught drinking and was serving a penalty.

“But that catcher never quit the team. He hung in there and eventually went on to play in the Big Leagues.”Story Of Gary Gentry

Another story involved All-American pitcher Gary Gentry during the 1967 national championship year.

“He was one of the best pitchers we had at Arizona State. We were scheduled to be in the College World Series in a few days, but he showed up late for practice two days in a row. When it happened the second time, I told him to go to left field. I met with the team, without Gary, and asked them all whether we should take him with us to Omaha or not since he had been late two times in a row. I asked everyone to cast a written ballot.

“There was no doubt in my mind he would be going with us. Since I was the one counting the ballots, he would definitely be with us. But can you believe it? I counted the ballots, and one of the players actually voted not to take him with us! If I found out who that was, I would have left him behind,” laughed Winkles.

“I didn’t want Gary or any of my players to get in the habit of being late. It is an ugly one to break. He was never late again.”

Winkles may have been college baseball’s answer to Vince Lombardi, but he also had a heart of gold.

“In the 13 years I coached at Arizona State, I never took away a scholarship. Only three players were not invited to play their senior years with us. But I did not remove their scholarships. They could have attended classes if they wanted to but not play for us. All three decided to sign professional contracts because not playing would have been the ultimate torture to them.

“I used to write parents before they came to Arizona State that we were striving to build character here. But they must know that if they send their son here and he is a character, he will be sent back home. If there was any trouble with my players, the parents would be the first to know about it. That included grade problems, drinking, etc.

“In the 13 years I was at Arizona State, I never had a parent call back and complain about the treatment of the son.”Long Trail Of Success

Winkles had numerous top-notch athletes and coaches come out of his program. The long list includes: Larry Cochell (Univ. of Oklahoma), Jack Smitheran (Univ. of California-Riverside), Larry Smith (Scottsdale C.C.), Clint Myers (Central Arizona), and Ron Davini (Corona Del Sol H.S., Tempe, Ariz.).

“Coach Winkles was a disciplinarian, but someone who also was a father figure,” said the Sooners’ Cochell who led Oklahoma to the 1994 National Championship.

“He has been involved in almost every job I have had with the exception of the Oklahoma job. He was instrumental in me getting my first, second and third jobs in coaching, and I will never forget him for that. I have been involved in coaching for 31 years, and he has been there every step of the way.”

Smitheran, former head coach at California-Riverside, feels he was extremely fortunate to play for such a great man.

“He encouraged you every way possible to do the right thing,” said Smitheran.

“If you didn’t, you would pay for it in some manner. I remember various instances when players would be suspended for a month. That is the greater part of the collegiate season. The price of breaking one of his 20 rules was steep. You must also realize these rules were for everybody. There were no exceptions.”

Smitheran remembers the caliber of person Winkles turned out.

“The year we won a national championship in 1965, 22 out of 24 players graduated except Rick Monday and Sal Bando who signed early. Both of them obviously had superb Major League careers. But everybody on that team has had a tremendous career in their chosen field thanks to the life skills Coach Winkles taught us.

“He provided all of us with discipline and high expectations, but we also had a great deal of fun. The atmosphere we were put in allowed us to grow as human beings. That delicate balance of discipline and love was handled extremely well by Coach Winkles. It was so much fun playing for Arizona State University under this man, and all of us were proud to be a part of it.”

It showed during his American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame induction. There were 20 former players and 25 or 30 relatives who showed up.2 Classic Tales Of Winkles

Mike Gallagher pitched on the 1965-66 Sun Devil squad.

He shared two classic tales about Winkles.“We had won 18 or so games in a row and Coach

Winkles had us running after this particular game which we always did, win or lose. I began running and looked over at Sal Bando who was beside me and said some derogatory comment about us running even though we had won a bunch of games in a row.

“Coach Winkles heard me, and I was sentenced to the bullpen by myself for the next three weeks during games. I was still allowed to pitch, but when I wasn’t, it was back to the bullpen. I was not allowed in the dugout. One time it was raining, and I still had to stay out in the bullpen area which had no escape from the rain.”

Gallagher remembers one time when Arizona State was traveling by bus to Albuquerque, N.M. to play the University of New Mexico.

“Several of the guys were getting out of hand and Coach Winkles stops the bus in the middle of no-where. He told us we obviously had too much energy and ran us for the next 45 minutes.”

Despite the tough discipline, Gallagher said he knows of no player who doesn’t love the man today.

“He gave us the discipline and teamwork to be successful in life.”Tough On Players

Winkles admitted he was tough on his players.“If one of my guys got in trouble, I would get him out of

it, but he would pay for it with his legs,” said Winkles.“I had players run by minutes instead of distance. One

of my favorite running drills was obtained from former Arizona State basketball coach Ned Wulk.

“He would run his players forward, backward, have them turn and jump for eight minutes. They would be exhausted. So for me running by minutes was the way to go. It was my form of discipline.

“I had guys with their tongues hanging out and others who demonstrated how to bring their stomachs to the outside.

“Rick Monday was honored at Arizona State and stated that I wasn’t a great coach but I sure was one heck of a great lung collapser,” laughed Winkles.Recruiting & Scouts

“I found that in recruiting, we could go after shortstops and get several superb players for our team. The best athletes are usually shortstops. All you had to do was move one to second base and the one with the biggest legs to third base.

“Then you recruit a good first baseman, catcher and centerfielders (who can play any outfield position), and you have your position players.

“Pitching is fairly obvious. I noticed Larry Cochell had quite a number of former shortstops on his national championship team at Oklahoma in 1994 who were converted to other positions. So this may still hold true for today.”

Winkles said coaches should learn to be friends with scouts.

“If you are good to the scouts, there is a good chance they can help you find players. Many people don’t realize it, but I only had a $200 recruiting budget in those early years at Arizona State. I never had a kid visit my campus on my money.

“That’s the way it was financially. Scouts sent me most of the players we had, and I will always be grateful to those folks.”

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LSU No. 1 LSU has won six national titles in baseball with the last coming 10 seasons ago in 2009.

Tigers Loaded With Experience, Talent

See TIGERS , Page 22

LSU returns load of impressive talent and No. 1 recruiting class in nation with 7 drafts.

Zack Hess leads a remarkable cast of pitchers in 2019.

By LOU PAVLOVICH, JR.Editor/Collegiate Baseball

BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana St. is ranked No. 1 in Collegiate Baseball’s

Fabulous 40 NCAA Division I pre-season poll presented by Big League Chew bubble gum.

The Tigers, winners of six national titles, will field its best ball club since 2017 when LSU finished second at the College World Series.

Five returning position player starters are back and six superb pitchers.

Plus, key players return after sitting out virtually all last season because of injuries.

RHP Eric Walker (8-2, 3.48 ERA, 78 K in 2017 and a Freshman All-American by Collegiate Baseball) didn’t pitch in 2018 as he recovered from Tommy John surgery in 2017.

Shortstop Josh Smith suffered a stress fracture in his back during the season-opening Notre Dame series last season and only played in six

games before he was shut down.The Tigers have a number

of high profile pro prospects, including RHP Zack Hess (7-6, 107 K, 49 BB in 92.6 IP), SS Josh Smith (.281, 5 HR, 16 2B, 48 RBI in 2017), CF Zach Watson (.308, 7 HR, 15 2B, 34 RBI, 14 SB), RF Antoine Duplantis (.328, 2 HR, 13 2B, 48 RBI, 19 SB) and LF Daniel Cabrera (.315, 8 HR, 18 2B, 54 RBI) to name a few.

Plus, LSU landed the No. 1 recruiting class in the nation last fall by Collegiate Baseball with an impressive haul of 16 newcomers that features seven drafted players.

“We should have a very fine ball club in 2019,” said LSU Head Coach Paul Mainieri.

“I feel as though we had three separate recruiting classes during the past year. We had our regular recruiting class that was ranked No. 1 in the nation.

“We also were able to bring back Zack Hess, Zach Watson and Antoine Duplantis who were drafted after last season but didn’t sign with pro teams.

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Josh Smith.“With all of these players coming

together on one team during the past fall, our 2019 ball club reminds me a lot of our 2017 team that finished second at the College World Series to Florida. We have a nice blend of veterans back and new guys.

“Last season, we fought through some key injuries to players, and we showed a lot of character. While we didn’t finish where we wanted to (College World Series), our players gained a lot of confidence and played well at the end of the year.

“We beat three teams in the SEC Tournament that ultimately made it to the College World Series in Arkansas, Florida and Mississippi St.

“Then we went to the Corvallis Regional and were beaten in the championship game by eventual national champion Oregon St.”Catching Much Better

Mainieri is relieved that his catching situation is sound entering 2019.

“We are in much better shape than we were last season with the addition of two junior college

Tigers Loaded With Quality Pitching For 2019Continued From Page 21 catchers,” said Mainieri.

“Saul Garza hit 23 homers last season at Howard College and is a fine receiver.

“Another catcher we brought in is Brock Mathis from Northwest Florida State College (No. 1 catcher in Ohio in 2017) who is excellent.”

Mainieri is extremely excited about the returning outfield for the Tigers with Duplantis, Watson and Cabrera back.

“It is as good as any outfield in the nation.

“Duplantis could break the LSU record for hits in a career if he matches his previous three years with us when he had 89, 90 and 89 hits.

“He needs 85 or more hits to pass Eddie Furniss for the All-time LSU record.

“With Watson and Duplantis, we essentially have two centerfielders patrolling the outfield, and Daniel Cabrera is also outstanding.

“On the infield, SS Josh Smith is skilled and healthy now. At first base, Cade Beloso (2018 Louisiana H.S. Player of The Year) and C.J. Willis (39th round pick by Tampa Bay in 2018) are battling it out. Both

are quality lefthanded hitters.“At second base Drew Bianco

(son of University of Mississippi Head Coach Mike Bianco) has been impressive. He was the Mississippi class 5A Player of The Year in 2018. Then we have other fine players battling it out at third base.”Pitching Impressive

Mainieri said he is excited about his pitching staff as well.

“Zack Hess was amazing during his freshman year for us as our closer.

“Then last year we moved him into a starting role, and he was up and down (7-6, 5.05 ERA, 107 K, 49 BB). During the SEC Tournament he threw a 1-hitter against Arkansas for seven innings.

“Then during the summer for Team USA, he made some significant strides.

“He is a legitimate No. 1 ace now which you have to have in the Southeastern Conference going into Friday games.

“We also have Eric Walker back who was a Freshman All-American in 2017.

“Another pitcher who we are really excited about is freshman RHP Landon Marceaux (37th round

pick by Yankees). He may be the most polished high school pitcher to come to LSU since Aaron Nola.

“Now I’m not sure he will be that good, but he has three quality pitches and has a chance to be special.

“Our closer was Todd Peterson last season (6 SV, 4.40 ERA, 24 AP, 38 K) who runs pitches up there 95-96 mph.

“He now has a much improved breaking ball.

“I like everything I see with this ball club.”No. 1 Recruiting Class

The Tigers landed an impressive haul of 16 newcomers (13 freshmen and 3 junior college transfers) last fall that features seven drafted players.

The class is ranked No. 1 in the nation by Collegiate Baseball.

It marks the Tigers’ fifth national recruiting title after also landing top classes in 2014, 2010, 2007 and 2004 by Collegiate Baseball.

Six were drafted last June while another was chosen in the 2017 MLB Draft.

The players include: RHP Landon Marceaux

(Destrehan H.S., LA), 37th round Yankees.RHP Cole Henry (Florence

H.S., AL), 38th round Detroit.C C.J.Willis (Ruston H.S.,

LA), 39th round Tampa Bay.RHP Jaden Hill (Ashdown

H.S., AR), 38th round St. Louis.OF Giovanni DiGiacomo

(Canterbury H.S., Naples, FL), 29th Pittsburgh.LHP Easton McMurray

(Liberty H.S., Bakersfield, CA), 37th round Colorado.C Saul Garza (Howard J.C.,

TX), 31st round in 2017 St. LouisOther superb players include:1B Cade Beloso (John Curtis

H.S., New Orleans, LA), Gatorade Player of The Year in Louisiana.INF Drew Bianco (Oxford

H.S.,MS), 5A Player of The Year in Mississippi.R H P C h a s e C o s t e l l o

(Pompano Beach H.S., FL), H.S. All-American.INF Gavin Dugas (Houma

Christian H.S., LA), H.S. All-American.RHP Aaron George (San

Jacinto J.C., TX), All-Conference.RHP Will Ripoll (John Curtis

H.S., New Orleans, LA), H.S. All-American.

LSU Coach Paul Mainieri Is All Smiles With His 2019 Team.

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1. LOUISIANA ST.COACH: Paul Mainieri (551-229-3 in 12 years with the Tigers; 1,415-721-8 overall)

2018 RECORD: 39-27

2018 FINISH: Second at Corvallis Regional

TOP RETURNEES: LF Daniel Cabrera (.315, 8 HR, 18 2B, 54 RBI); RF Antoine Duplantis (.328, 2 HR, 13 2B, 48 RBI, 19 SB); CF Zach Watson (.308, 7 HR, 15 2B, 34 RBI, 14 SB); 2B Brandt Broussard (.260, 4 2B, 21 RBI, 14 SB); SS Hal Hughes (.221, 8 2B, 20 RBI); RHP Zack Hess (7-6, 5.05 ERA, 107 K, 49 BB); RHP Ma’Khail Hilliard (9-5, 3.79 ERA, 70 K, 31 BB); RHP A.J. Labas (6-2, 3.48 ERA, 32 K, 7 BB); RHP Matthew Beck (4-1, 1 SV, 3.67 ERA, 23 AP, 45 K); Relief Todd Peterson (6 SV, 4.40 ERA, 24 AP, 38 K), RHP Eric Walker (2017 stats: 8-2, 3.48 ERA, 78 K, 23 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C Saul Garza (Howard College, 31st round pick by St. Louis in 2017); C Brock Mathis (N.W. Florida St., rated No. 1 catcher in Ohio in 2017); 1B Cade Beloso (John Curtis HS, LA, 2018 Louisiana HS Player of Year); 2B Drew Bianco (Oxford HS, MS, 2018 Mississippi 5A Player of Year); UT C.J. Willis (Ruston HS, LA, 39th round pick by Tampa Bay); RHP Landon Marceaux (Destrehan HS, LA, 37th round pick by Yankees); RHP Jaden Hill (Ashdown HS, AR, 38th round pick by St. Louis).

KEY LOSSES: UT Austin Bain (.311, 21 2B, 3 HR, 42 RBI); DH Beau Jordan (.299, 10 2B, 8 HR, 30 RBI); LHP Nick Bush (1-1, 3.40 ERA, 24 AP, 2 SV, drafted by Rockies); RHP Cam Sanders (1-0, 5.59 ERA, drafted by Cubs).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Tigers posted a 39-27 record last season and finished second at the Corvallis Regional despite being hit with several devastating season-ending injuries as the year was beginning. LSU has a powerful ball club back in 2019 which features five returning position player starters and six superb pitchers, including Eric Walker who was out last season after Tommy John surgery was performed shortly after a superb 2017 season. He was named a Freshman All-American by Collegiate Baseball (8-2, 3.48 ERA, 78 K). Also back from injury is one of the elite shortstops in the nation in Josh Smith who was out last year after the third game of the season. Both Walker and Smith are healthy and ready to go. The Tigers have a number of high profile pro prospects, including RHP Zack Hess, SS Josh Smith, CF Zach Watson, RF Antoine Duplantis and LF Daniel Cabrera to name a few. Plus, LSU landed the No. 1 recruiting class in the nation last fall by Collegiate Baseball with an impressive haul of 18 newcomers that features seven drafted players. The Tigers have won six national titles in baseball, and this is their best team since 2017 when LSU finished second at the College World Series.

2. VANDERBILTCOACH: Tim Corbin (681-342-1 in 16 seasons with the Commodores)

2018 RECORD: 35-27

2018 FINISH: Second at Nashville Super Regional

TOP RETURNEES: RF JJ Bleday (.368, 4 HR, 5 2B, 15 RBI, 2 SB); OF Stephen Scott (.268, 15 HR, 11 2B, 41 RBI); 1B Julian Infante (.193, 2 HR, 5 2B, 18 RBI); 2B Ethan Paul (.237, 10 HR, 12 2B, 44 RBI, 18 SB); 3B Jayson Gonzalez (.225, 5 HR, 3 2B, 28 RBI); 2B Austin Martin (.338, 1 HR, 14 2B, 19 RBI, 22 SB); CF Pat DeMarco (.277, 11 HR, 12 2B, 43 RBI, 10 SB); RHP Drake Fellows (7-4, 3.92 ERA, 107 K, 35 BB); RHP Patrick Raby (5-5, 3.57 ERA, 57 K, 33 BB); RHP Mason Hickman (8-2, 5.21 ERA, 66 K, 30 BB); Relief Zach King (3 SV, 1-4, 3.46 ERA, 21 AP, 51 K); Relief Jackson Gillis (1 SV, 4-1, 4.81 ERA, 20 AP, 44 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Isaiah Thomas (Palm Beach Gardens HS, FL); RHP Kumar Rocker (North Oconee HS, GA); RHP Ethan Smith (Mount Juliet HS, TN); RHP Chance Huff (Niceville HS, FL); INF Tate Kolwyck (Arlington HS, TN); C Dominic Keegan (Central Catholic HS, MA); RHP Makenzie Stills (Fayetteville HS, GA).

KEY LOSSES: SS Connor Kaiser (NCAA Regional MVP, 3rd round pick draft); P Reid Schaller (39 K in 21 AP, 3rd round pick draft); P Chandler Day (20 AP, 4 SV, 7th round pick draft); P Maddux Conger(11 AP, 2.21 ERA, 22nd round pick draft); P Justin Wilson (7 AP, 2.84 ERA).

2019 OUTLOOK: Vanderbilt should field a powerhouse in 2019 with the return of eight position player starters and a number of high profile pitchers from the No. 1 and No. 2 recruiting classes in the nation the past two seasons ranked by Collegiate Baseball. It is undoubtedly Vanderbilt’s best team since winning the national title in 2014. Last season, the Commodores finished second in the championship game of the Nashville Super Regional in 11 innings to Mississippi St. and posted a 35-27 record with a very young team. Vanderbilt features two potential high draft picks in next June’s MLB Draft in RF J.J. Bleday, the top prospect in the Cape Cod League, and RHP Drake Fellows (7-4, 3.92 ERA, 107 K, 35 BB). Other members of the Commodore’s superb pitching staff include RHP Patrick Raby (5-5, 3.57 ERA, 57 K), RHP Mason Hickman (8-2, 5.21 ERA, 66 K) and relievers LHP Zach King (3 SV, 3.46 ERA, 21 AP, 51 K) and LHP Jackson Gillis (1 SV, 4-1, 4.81 ERA).

3. UCLACOACH: John Savage (487-349-1 in 14 years with the Bruins; 575-433-2 overall)

2018 RECORD: 38-21

2018 FINISH: 2nd Minneapolis Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 2B Chase Strumpf (.363, 12 HR, 23 2B, 53 RBI); OF Jeremy Ydens (.350, 6 HR, 17 2B, 38 RBI, 13 SB); 1B Michael Toglia (.336, 11 HR, 24 2B,

58 RBI); OF Garrett Mitchell (.280, 4 2B, 31 RBI); INF Jack Stronach (.281, 1 HR, 11 2B, 27 RBI); INF Ryan Kreidler (.222, 3 HR, 7 2B, 34 RBI); SS Kevin Kendall (.278, 3 HR, 6 2B, 20 RBI, 13 SB); RHP Ryan Garcia (8-1, 2.23 ERA, 76 K, 23 BB); RHP Zach Pettway (8-4, 3.34 ERA, 78 K, 19 BB); RHP Kyle Mora (3 SV, 6-3, 1.89 ERA, 41 K); Relief Holden Powell (6 SV, 2-1, 3.51 ERA, 29 AP, 22 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF/SS Matt McLain (Beckman HS, CA, 1st round pick Diamondbacks); INF Jake Moberg (Vista Murrieta HS, CA, 34th round pick by Rockies); C Noah Cardenas (Bishop Alemany HS, Saugus, CA, HM All-American); RHP Sean Mullen (Stockdale HS, CA, 35th round pick Rockies); RHP Nick Nastrini (Cathedral Catholic HS, CA, 2nd team All-American); INF J.T. Schwartz (Corona Del Mar HS, CA, 3rd team All-American); INF Jack Filby (C.K. McClatchy HS, CA, HM All-American).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Jake Bird (7-4, 2.18 ERA, drafted); OF Daniel Amaral (.289, 33 RBI, drafted); RHP Jon Olsen (drafted).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Bruins will field their best team since winning the 2013 national championship. UCLA returns seven position player starters and four superb pitchers from a team that posted a 38-21 overall record that finished second at the Minneapolis Regional last season. The Bruins landed an exceptional recruiting class of 12 newcomers ranked eighth in the nation by Collegiate Baseball. It is led by OF/SS Matt McLain who was

a first round pick by the Diamondbacks in last June’s MLB Draft. The class features three drafted players and seven high school All-Americans. “We will have a very offensive club with good defense,” said Head Coach John Savage. “The key will be pitching. We have an experienced junior class and a very good group of young players.”

4. TEXAS TECH.COACH: Tim Tadlock (239-132 in 6 years with the Red Raiders)

2018 RECORD: 45-20

2018 FINISH: 6th at College World Series

TOP RETURNEES: 3B Josh Jung (.390, 12 HR, 17 2B, 78 RBI); OF Gabe Holt (.352, 6 HR, 13 2B, 41 RBI, 29 SB); 2B Brian Klein (.323, 4 HR, 16 2B, 31 RBI); 1B Cameron Warren (.327, 10 HR, 15 2B, 53 RBI); C Braxton Fulford (.192, 1 HR, 2 2B, 4 RBI); OF Cody Masters (.262, 5 2B, 14 RBI); RHP Caleb Kilian (9-2, 3.04 ERA, 59 K, 25 BB); LHP Erikson Lanning (redshirt); Relief John McMillon (5-3, 4.01 ERA, 71 K, 47 BB); Relief Caleb Freeman (1-0, 4.60 ERA, 21 AP, 30 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Max Marusak (Amarillo HS, TX); LHP Mason Montgomery (Leander HS, TX); INF Dru Baker (Tomball Memorial HS, TX); RHP Micah Dallas (Home school, Argyle, TX); INF Dylan Neuse (McClennan College); RHP Bryce Bonnin (Arkansas); C Cole Stilwell (Rockwall Heath HS, TX).

KEY LOSSES: LF Grant Little (All-American, drafted); LHP Steven Gingery (3rd round pick); RHP Ryan Shetter (9th round pick); RHP Jose Quezada (10th round pick); RHP Davis Martin (14th round pick).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Red Raiders have appeared in the College World Series three times over the last five seasons and should have another terrific team in 2019 after rolling to a 45-20 overall record last season. Five position player starters are back, including high profile pro prospects 3B Josh Jung (.390, 12 HR, 17 2B, 78 RBI, All-American), OF Gabe Holt (.352, 6 HR, 13 2B, 41 RBI, 29 SB) and 1B Cameron Warren (.327, 10 HR, 15 2B, 53 RBI). On the pitching side, potential high draft pick RHP Caleb Kilian (9-2, 3.04 ERA, 59 K, 25 BB) returns. “Our lineup has athleticism 1-9,” said Head Coach Tim Tadlock. “We should be able to defend with the best of them. Pitching will have depth with a combination of power and pitchability. This ball club has the potential to be one of our best ones yet.”

5. STANFORDCOACH: David Esquer (46-12 in one season with the Cardinal; 571-479-2 overall)

2018 RECORD: 46-12

2018 FINISH: Second at Stanford Regional

TOP RETURNEES: OF Kyle Stowers (.286, 10 HR, 10 2B, 42 RBI); 1B Andrew Daschbach (.287, 17 HR, 10 2B, 63 RBI); 3B Tim Tawa (.296, 7 HR, 18 2B, 41 RBI); C Maverick Handley (.229, 2 HR, 23 RBI); OF Brandon Wulff (.303, 4 HR, 20 RBI); OF Christian Robinson (.250, 17 2B); DH Will Matthiessen (.293, 7 HR, 23 RBI); LHP Erik Miller (4-4, 4.07 ERA, 52 K, 23 BB); RHP Brendan Beck (8-0, 2.43 ERA, 38 K, 12 BB, 1 SV); Relief Jack Little (16 SV, 3-0, 0.60 ERA, 25 AP, 58 K); LHP Jacob Palisch (4 SV, 4-1, 1.72 ERA, 26 AP, 36 K, 12 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: INF Brandon Dieter (South Hills HS, CA); RHP Cody Jensen (Jesuit HS, CA), RHP Alex Williams (Redwood Christian HS, CA).

KEY LOSSES: SS Nico Hoerner (drafted); LHP Kris Bubic (drafted); RHP Tristan Beck (drafted); INF Beau Branton (drafted).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Cardinal rolled to a 46-12 record last season and finished second at the Stanford Regional after finishing sixth in the nation

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C ADLEY RUTSCHMAN…Hit .408, 9 HR, 22 2B, 83 RBI For Oregon St.

in the Rating Percentage Index. Seven position player starters are back as well as four key pitchers. High profile pro prospects returning include OF Kyle Stowers (.286, 10 HR, 10 2B, 42 RBI), 1B Andrew Daschbach (.287, 17 HR, 10 2B, 63 RBI), LHP Erik Miller (4-4, 4.07 ERA, 52 K) and Collegiate Baseball All-American closer Jack Little (16 SV, 3-0, 0.60 ERA, 25 AP, 58 K).

6. FLORIDACOACH: Kevin O’Sullivan (497-229 in 11 years with the Gators)

2018 RECORD: 49-21

2018 FINISH: Tied for third at College World Series

TOP RETURNEES: RHP Tyler Dyson (5-3, 4.47 ERA, 51 K, 28 BB); RHP Jack Leftwich (5-5, 4.20 ERA, 84 K, 26 BB); RHP Tommy Mace (5-0, 4.16 ERA, 45 K, 12 BB); Relief Jordan Butler (6-2, 4.10 ERA, 31 AP, 60 K); Relief Hunter McMullen (0-0, 4.76 ERA, 17 AP, 17 K); LF Austin Langworthy (.290, 4 HR, 10 2B, 29 RBI); OF Nelson Maldonado (.273, 9 HR, 10 2B, 44 RBI); RF Wil Dalton (.262, 19 HR, 18 2B, 60 RBI); 2B Blake Reese (.253, 5 HR, 19 2B, 43 RBI, 14 SB); C Brady Smith (.264, 2 HR, 4 2B, 15 RBI).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 3B Cory Acton (American Heritage HS, FL, 39th round draft pick); 1B Kendrick Calilao (First Academy, FL, 30th round pick); INF Roberto Pena (Calvary Christian HS, FL, All-American); RHP Christian Scott (Calvary Christian HS, FL, All-American); RHP Nick Pogue (Eau Gallie HS, FL, 33rd round draft pick); UT Kris Armstrong (Benjamin School, FL, switch-hitter and switch-pitcher); RHP Ben Specht (Evangelical Christian HS, FL, 40th round draft pick).

KEY LOSSES: 3B Jonathan India (All-American, first round draft); C JJ Schwarz (All-American, 8th round draft); SS Deacon Liput (.285, 9 HR, 15 2B, 38 RBI, 10th round draft); RHP Brady Singer (All-American, 12-3, 2.55 ERA, 114 K, 1st round pick draft); RHP Jackson Kowar (10-5, 3.04 ERA, 115 K, 43 BB, 1st round draft).

2019 OUTLOOK: Florida made a school-record fourth consecutive trip to the College World Series last season under Head Coach Kevin O’Sullivan. The Gators lost three first round draft picks in 3B Jonathan India, RHP Brady Singer and RHP Jackson Kowar and a number of players from the program. But Florida still has five position players back and four quality pitchers. Plus, the Gators landed the No. 5 recruiting class in the nation last fall as determined by Collegiate Baseball with five drafted players among a class of 14. Headliners on the team include potential high draft picks in RHP Tyler Dyson (5-3, 4.47 ERA, 51 K, 28 BB), OF Wil Dalton (.262, 19 HR, 18 2B, 60 RBI), and OF Austin Langworthy (.290, 4 HR, 10 2B, 29 RBI). “Our 2019 team will have an experienced lineup with some talented young players providing depth,” said O’Sullivan. “The starting pitching will be strong with lots of talented young arms providing depth in the bullpen.”

7. OREGON STCOACH: Pat Bailey (First year as head coach at OSU; 353-158 overall)

2018 RECORD: 55-12-1

2018 FINISH: National Champions

TOP RETURNEES: C Adley Rutschman (.408, 9 HR, 22 2B, 83 RBI); 1B Zak Taylor (.274, 2 HR, 7 2B, 32 RBI); RF Tyler Malone (.278, 8 HR, 6 2B, 22 RBI); RHP Kevin Abel (8-1, 2.88 ERA, 108 K, 46 BB); RHP Bryce Fehmel (10-1, 3.19 ERA, 64 K, 27 BB); Relief Jake Mulholland (16 SV, 2-2, 2.20 ERA, 31 AP, 42 K); Relief Brandon Eisert (5 SV, 5-3, 2.53 ERA, 27 AP, 52 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Beau Philip (San Joaquin Delta College, .354, 18 2B, 10 HR, 47 RBI); INF Jake Harvey (Southridge HS, WA, 3A Player of Year, All-State); RHP Jake Pfennigs (Post Falls HS, ID, 35th round draft); RHP Joey Mundt (Central Catholic HS, CA, 2-2, 2.23 ERA); INF Matthew Gretler (Bonney Lake HS, WA, .481, 13 HR, 47 RBI); INF Jake Dukart (Lake Oswego HS, .371, 36th round draft); RHP Bret Soulages (San Ramon Valley HS, CA).

KEY LOSSES: 2B Nick Madrigal (All-American, drafted); RF Trevor Larnach (All-American, drafted); SS Cadyn Grenier (All-American, drafted); CF Steven Kwan (All-Pac-12, drafted); LHP Luke Heimlich (16-3, 2.92, 159 K, All-American).

2019 OUTLOOK: The defending national champs have made two straight trips to the College World Series and have a potent pitching staff entering the 2019 season with the return of three Collegiate Baseball Pre-Season All-Americans in RHP Kevin Abel (8-1, 2.88 ERA, 108 K, 46 BB), RHP Bryce Fehmel (10-1, 3.19 ERA, 64 K, 27 BB) and closer Jake Mulholland (16 SV, 2.20 ERA, 31 AP, 42 K). The Beavers also return Collegiate Baseball Pre-Season All-American C Adley Rutschman (.408, 9 HR, 22 2B, 83 RBI) who could be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 MLB Draft. While he is a gifted switch hitter, his receiving skills are superb and only allowed 17 stolen bases in 36 chances last season as he caught 67 of 68 games. Plus, he is adept at handling the pitching staff. Rutschman has been one of the big reasons Oregon St. has gone 111-18-1 over the last two seasons. However, OSU only returns three position player starters. “Our club has a deep pitching staff, and we return a 10-game winner and the national Freshman of The Year,” said Head Coach Pat Bailey. “Offensively, there are spots to fill, but we brought in a strong incoming class that can step in.”

8. NORTH CAROLINACOACH: Mike Fox (890-380-1 in 20 years with the Tar Heels; 1,428-521-5 overall)

2018 RECORD: 44-20

2018 FINISH: Fifth at College World Series

TOP RETURNEES: RHP Gianluca Dalatri (2-2, 3.33 ERA, 31 K, 7 BB); RHP Austin Bergner (7-3, 4.25 ERA, 84 K, 34 BB); RHP Tyler Baum (4-1, 4.57 ERA, 74 K, 32 BB); Relief Caden O’Brien (7-0, 2.63 ERA, 30 AP, 52 K, 27 BB); Relief Joey Lancellotti (3-3, 1 SV, 3.97 ERA, 28 AP, 43 K); OF Michael Busch (.317, 13 HR, 10 2B, 63 RBI); SS Ike Freeman (.305, 3 HR, 5 2B, 51 RBI); C Brandon Martorano (.246, 9 HR, 11 2B, 36 RBI); LF Ashton McGee (.257, 2 HR, 7 2B, 28 RBI); RF Dallas Tessar (.231, 2 HR, 4 2B, 10 RBI); 3B Ben Casparius (.316, 3 2B, 15 RBI); OF Dylan Enwiller (.239, 2 2B, 7 RBI); DH Jackson Hesterlee (.316, 4 2B, 10 RBI).

TOP NEWCOMERS: CF Dylan Harris (Walters St., .444, 41 RBI, 16 SB); INF Aaron Sabato (Brunswick HS, NY, HM All-American); C Caleb Roberts (St. Thomas Aquinas HS, FL, HM All-American); INF Danny Seretti (Gov. Livington HS, NJ, HM All-American); OF Cam Brantley (Ardrey Kell HS, NC, HM All-American); OF Will Schroder (Leesburg HS, VA, HM All-American).

KEY LOSSES: P Cooper Criswell (drafted); 3B Kyle Datres (drafted); C Cody Roberts (drafted); P Josh Hiatt (drafted); OF Brandon Riley (drafted).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Tar Heels finished fifth at the College World Series last season and return five position player starters and four quality pitchers. Headliners include RHP Gianluca Dalatri (only 2-2, 3.33 ERA with 31 K in an injury shortened season), RHP Austin Bergner (7-3, 4.25 ERA, 84 K), LHP Caden O’Brien (7-0, 2.63 ERA, 52 K), OF Michael Busch (.317, 13 HR, 10 2B, 63 RBI) and SS Ike Freeman (.305, 3 HR, 5 2B, 51 RBI) to name a few. Plus the Tar Heels landed the 11th best recruiting class in the nation last fall with 16 freshmen and two junior college transfers. “We have a veteran pitching staff with depth and return five of nine starters from a team that went to Omaha last season,” said Head Coach Mike Fox. “Our talented newcomers will help right away and contribute. Depth is a strength of this team with a lot of veteran leadership.”

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9. LOUISVILLECOACH: Dan McDonnell (554-222 in 12 years with the Cardinals)

2018 RECORD: 45-19

2018 FINISH: Second at Lubbock Regional

TOP RETURNEES: SS Tyler Fitzgerald (.264, 3 HR, 17 2B, 24 RBI, 23 SB); 1B Logan Wyatt (.339, 6 HR, 22 2B, 69 RBI); DH Danny Oriente (.331, 10 2B, 41 RBI); OF Drew Campbell (.313, 8 2B, 31 RBI); OF Jake Snider (.300, 12 2B, 32 RBI, 24 SB); INF Justin Lavey (.248, 13 2B, 33 RBI); C Zeke Pinkham (.100, 1 RBI); LHP Nick Bennett (8-2, 2.84 ERA, 72 K, 27 BB); RHP Bobby Miller (6-1, 2.97 ERA, 55 K, 21 BB); LHP Reid Detmers (4-2, 4.85 ERA, 69 K, 34 BB); Relief Bryan Hoeing (7-2, 2.88 ERA, 24 AP, 51 K); Relief Shay Smiddy (3 SV, 5-1, 2.96 ERA, 23 AP, 56 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Kerry Wright (Montverde HS, FL, drafted); INF Jared Poland (Cathedral HS, IN, drafted); LHP Carter Lohman (Hamilton S.E. HS, IN); INF Alex Binelas (Oak Creek HS,WI, drafted); LHP Garrett Schmeltz (Pleasure Ridge Park HS, Louisville, KY); C Henry Davis (Fox Lane HS, NY); RHP Jack Perkins (Kokomo HS, IN, drafted).

KEY LOSSES: LHP Adam Wolf (All-American, drafted); RHP Sam Bordner (drafted); OF Josh Stowers (All-American, drafted); INF Devin Mann (All-ACC, drafted).

2019 OUTLOOK: Louisville will be loaded once again in 2019 with the return of seven position player starters and five quality pitchers from a team that finished second at the Lubbock Regional and posted a 45-19 overall record. Headliners include SS Tyler Fitzgerald (.264, 3 HR, 17 2B, 24 RBI, 23/24 SB), 1B Logan Wyatt (.339, 6 HR, 22 2B, 69 RBI), LHP Nick Bennett (8-2, 2.84 ERA, 72 K) and closer Bryan Hoeing (7-2, 2.88 ERA, 24 AP, 51 K) to name only a few. “Experienced position players and talented freshmen make for a very high ceiling with this team,” said Head Coach Dan McDonnell.

10. FLORIDA ST.COACH: Mike Martin (1,987-713-4 in 39 years with the Seminoles)

2018 RECORD: 43-19

2018 FINISH: 4th at Tallahassee Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 3B Drew Mendoza (.313, 7 HR, 17 2B, 44 RBI); SS Mike Salvatore (.244, 8 2B, 27 RBI); LF Reese Albert (.268, 7 HR, 8 2B, 34 RBI); CF J.C. Flowers (.218, 6 2B, 14 RBI); LHP Drew Parrish (5-1, 2.52 ERA, 128 K, 37 BB); RHP C.J. Van Eyk (7-0, 2.86 ERA, 71 K, 30 BB); Relief Jonah Scolaro (6 SV, 3.43 ERA, 27 AP, 60 K); LHP Clayton Kwiatkowski (4-1, 3.18 ERA, 26 AP, 49 K, 21 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Nander De Sedas (Montverde Academy); 1B Nico Baldor (Florida St. club team); OF Elijah Cabell (TNXL Academy, FL); C Matheu Nelson (Calvary Christian, FL).

KEY LOSSES: C Cal Raleigh (drafted); OF Jackson Lueck (drafted); P Tyler Holton (drafted); P Cole Sands (drafted); 1B Rhett Aplin (graduated).

2019 OUTLOOK: There will be a huge incentive to win a national title in Head Coach Mike Martin’s final year with Florida St. He is the winningest coach in college baseball history with 1,987 wins and only needs 13 victories to become the first college coach in a single sport to hit 2,000 wins. The Seminoles posted a 43-19 record last season and finished fourth at the Tallahassee Regional. Four position player starters are back along with three superb pitchers. Plus FSU landed the sixth best recruiting class in the nation as determined by Collegiate Baseball with 20 newcomers. Key returners include potential first round draft pick 3B Drew Mendoza (.313, 7 HR, 17 2B, 44 RBI) and another potential high draft pick in LHP Drew Parrish (5-1, 2.52 ERA, 128 K, 37 BB), plus a cast of many other superb players. “We have a very versatile group,” said Assistant Coach Mike Martin, Jr. “The middle of our order is our strength offensively, and we will have a formidable lineup 1-7. Our starting pitchers are definitely our strength. As far as defense, our outfield should be fantastic. We have guys who can really run and track down balls. In addition, they all have great arms even on a big league scale. Our infield defense is nothing to sneeze at but has room for improvement.”

11. MISSISSIPPICOACH: Mike Bianco (710-410-1 in 18 years with the Rebels; 810-481-1 overall)

2018 RECORD: 48-17

2018 FINISH: Second at Oxford Regional

TOP RETURNEES: RHP Will Ethridge (3 SV, 3-1, 3.91 ERA, 26 AP, 53 K);

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Relief Parker Caracci (10 SV, 5-2, 2.25 ERA, 27 AP, 73 K); RHP Houston Roth (5-1, 4.44 ERA, 68 K, 25 BB); LHP Jordan Fowler (7-0, 3.20 ERA, 34 K, 18 BB); OF Ryan Olenek (.350, 3 HR, 18 2B, 29 RBI); DH Chase Cockrell (.317, 9 HR, 13 2B, 38 RBI); OF Thomas Dillard (.310, 13 HR, 12 2B, 59 RBI, 17 SB); 3B Tyler Keenan (.301, 9 HR, 11 2B, 38 RBI); SS Grae Kessinger (.300, 8 HR, 18 2B, 37 RBI, 8 SB); 1B Cole Zabowski (.300, 10 HR, 8 2B, 44 RBI); 2B Jacob Adams (.247, 3 HR, 7 2B, 18 RBI).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Gunnar Hoglund (Fivay HD, FL, 1st round draft pick); LHP Kaleb Hill (Watson Chapel HS, AR, 39th round pick); LHP Zack Phillips (Grayson CC, TX, 10-1, 2.70 ERA); RHP Taylor Broadway (Tyler CC, TX); RHP Tyler Myers (Paris CC, TX); INF Kevin Graham (Westminster Academy, Conference Player of Year); LHP Doug Nikhazy (West Orange HS, FL, USA Baseball team member).

KEY LOSSES: P Ryan Rolison (10-4, 3.70 ERA, 120 K, first round draft pick); C Nick Fortes (.319, 11 HR, 4th round draft pick); P Brady Feigl (8-5, 3.93 ERA, 5th round draft pick); P James McArthur (6-1, 4.48 ERA, 12th round draft); CF Will Golsan (.304, 48 RBI, 26th round draft).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Rebels are loaded with the return of seven position player starters and four quality pitchers from a team that rolled to a 48-17 record and finished second at the Oxford Regional last season. Three highly prized pro prospects head up the team in RHP Will Ethridge (3 SV, 3-1, 3.91 ERA, 26 AP, 53 K), closer Parker Caracci (10 SV, 5-2, 2.25 ERA, 27 AP, 73 K) and SS Grae Kessinger (fabulous defensive shortstop, .300, 8 HR, 18 2B, 37 RBI). “We have a veteran offensive group that returns and had success last year,” said Head Coach Mike Bianco. “We should defend well overall. We have to replace our starting rotation, but Will Ethridge has made a step forward. A number of pitchers were impressive during the past fall.”

Henley (6-7, 3.32 ERA, 64 K, 37 BB) plus many others.

15. CLEMSONCOACH: Monte Lee (133-57 in three years with the Tigers; 409-202

overall)

2018 RECORD: 47-16

2018 FINISH: Second at Clemson Regional

TOP RETURNEES: SS Logan Davidson (.292, 15 HR, 18 2B, 46 RBI, 10 SB); C Kyle Wilkie (.324, 5 HR, 10 2B, 40 RBI); 2B Jordan Greene (.250, 5 HR, 6 2B, 21 RBI); CF Bryce Teodosio (.165, 4 HR, 4 2B, 9 RBI); RHP Brooks Crawford (8-2, 3.24 ERA, 58 K, 18 BB); LHP Jacob Hennessy (4-3, 3.91 ERA, 54 K, 14 BB); RHP Spencer Strider (5-2, 4.76 ERA, 70 K, 35 BB); Relief Carson Spiers (4 SV, 2-2, 2.08 ERA, 29 AP, 39 K); LHP Mat Clark (4-0, 1.69 ERA, 19 AP, 23 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Davis Sharpe (Mill Creek HS, GA, All-American, draft pick); LHP Justin Wrobleski (Seguoya HS, GA, All-American, draft pick); C Adam Hackenberg (Miller School, VA, All-American, draft pick); OF Michael Green (Florence Darlington Tech JC, top 50 JC Player in nation); LHP Nate Lamb (Chesnee HS, SC, All-American); INF Bryar Hawkins (West Forsyth HS, GA, All-American); RHP Luke Sommerfeld (transfer Univ. of St. Louis, All-Conference).

KEY LOSSES: OF Seth Beer (.301, 22 HR, 54 RBI, signed); 1B Chris Williams (.281, 18 HR, 72 RBI, signed); RHP Ryan Miller (7-1, 4 SV, 2.51 ERA, 64 K, signed); RHP Ryley Gilliam (3-3, 11 SV, 1.41 ERA, 54 K, signed); P Jake Higginbotham (6-1, 3.47 ERA, 63 K, 32 BB, signed).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Tigers rolled to a 47-16 record last season and finished second at the Clemson Regional. Four position player starters are back along with four key pitchers. Headliners include potential first round pick SS Logan Davidson (.292, 15 HR, 18 2B, 46 RBI) and RHP Brooks Crawford (8-2, 3.24 ERA, 58 K, 18 BB). Clemson also landed the seventh best recruiting class in the nation last fall with 15 newcomers as determined

12. COASTAL CAROLINACOACH: Gary Gilmore (927-476-1 in 23 years with the Chanticleers; 1,180-578-3 overall)

2018 RECORD: 43-19

2018 FINISH: Third at Conway Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 2B Cory Wood (.296, 19 2B, 22 RBI, 17 SB); 1B Zach Biermann (.302, 13 HR, 14 2B, 57 RBI); CF Parker Chavers (.323, 7 HR, 15 2B, 42 RBI, 9 SB); RF Kieton Rivers (.285, 5 HR, 3 3B, 15 2B, 50 RBI); 3B Keaton Weisz (.238, 3 HR, 2 3B, 11 2B, 33 RBI); C Kyle Skeels (.301, 5 HR, 7 2B, 28 RBI); RHP Zach McCambley (3-0, 3.14 ERA, 50 K); LHP Anthony Veneziano (7-1, 3.81 ERA, 61 K); LHP Jay Causey (5 SV, 2-2, 2.28 ERA, 24 AP, 39 K); RHP Matt Eardensohn (6 SV, 7-0, 2.18 ERA, 20 AP, 51 K); RHP Bobby Holmes (recovered from TJ surgery during 2018 season, 5-3, 3 SV, 2.51 ERA, 23 AP, 38 K in 2017).

TOP NEWCOMERS: LHP Garrett McDaniels (Pee Dee Academy, SV); OF Jake Wright (Seminole St. College of Fla., .361, 8 HR, 26 RBI); C John Selsor (Lafayette College); RHP Jacob Maton (Glenwood HD, IL), RHP Alaska Abney (Mill Creek HS, GA.), INF Nick Lucky (Cocalico HS, PA), OF Jared Johnson (North Arkansas College).

KEY LOSSES: 1B Kevin Woodall (All-American, signed); SS Seth Lancaster (All-American, signed); C Matt Beaird (threw out 64 percent of runners trying to steal, signed).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Chanticleers will field its best team since winning the national title in 2016. Coastal Carolina, which posted a 43-19 record last season and finished third at the Conway Regional, returns six position player starters and four superb pitchers. Plus the Chanticleers landed the 18th best recruiting class in the nation with 19 newcomers. It may be the top class ever brought into the program in history. Coastal Carolina is stocked with talent at every position and with its pitching staff which features headliners such as LHP Anthony Veneziano (7-1, 3.81 ERA, 61 K), RHP Matt Eardensohn (6 SV, 7-0, 2.18 ERA, 20 AP, 51 K), RHP Bobby Holmes (returns after Tommy John surgery as he went 5-3, 3 SV, 2.51 ERA, 23 AP and 38 K in 2017),1B Zach Biermann (.302, 13 HR, 14 2B, 57 RBI) and 2B Cory Wood (.296, 19 2B, 22 RBI, 17 SB). “This is probably our most talented incoming class,” said Head Coach Gary Gilmore. “RHP Jacob Maton and LHP Garrett McDaniels both have the ability and stuff to compete for rotation jobs as true freshmen. As far as position players, keep an eye on junior college transfers SS Scott McKeon (All-American from Brunswick C.C.) and OF Jake Wright (from Seminole St. College, FL).

13. GEORGIACOACH: Scott Stricklin (143-140-1 in five years with the Bulldogs; 493-328-1 overall)

2018 RECORD: 39-21

2018 FINISH: Second at Athens Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 3B/RHP Aaron Schunk (.299, 12 2B, 38 RBI, 8 SV, 3.00 ERA, 20 AP, 31 K); SS Cam Shepherd (.244, 5 HR, 12 2B, 37 RBI); RF Tucker Bradley (.299, 3 HR, 3 2B, 26 RBI); 2B L.J. Talley (.276, 6 HR, 10 2B, 30 RBI); C Mason Meadows (.289, 3 HR, 5 2B, 25 RBI); OF C.J. Smith (.300, 2 2B, 9 RBI); OF Tucker Maxwell (.216, 2 HR, 5 2B, 13 RBI); RHP Emerson Hancock (6-4, 5.10 ERA, 75 K, 34 BB; RHP Tony Locey (7-2, 4.28 ERA, 60 K, 30 BB); LHP Ryan Webb (1-5, 4.50 ERA, 48 K, 29 BB); Relief Zac Kristofak (4 SV, 4-2, 3.83 ERA, 31 AP, 58 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Cole Wilcox (Heritage HS, GA, 9-2, 1.59 ERA, 95 K, All-American, drafted); C John Cable (Transfer Univ. of New Orleans); RHP Jack Gowen (Charlton County HS, GA, All-State); OF Kaden Fowler (Barton CC, KS, All-Conference); C Shane Marshall (Gulf Coast HS, FL, All-State); RHP Darryn Pasqua (student at Univ. of Georgia only, 2-6, 2.72 in senior at Christian HS); INF Connor Tate (medical redshirt at Georgia).

KEY LOSSES: OF Keegan McGovern (1st team SEC, signed); DH Michael Curry (2nd team SEC, signed); LHP Kevin Smith (8-1, 3.69 ERA, signed); RHP Chase Adkins (5-0, 4.30 ERA, signed); 1B Adam Sasser (2nd team SEC, dismissed from team).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Bulldogs finished second at the Athens Regional last season and posted a 39-21 overall record. Seven position player starters are back along with five key pitchers. Headliners include 3B/RHP Aaron Schunk (.299, 12 2B, 38 RBI, 8 SV, 3.00 ERA), SS Cam Shepherd (.244, 5 HR, 12 2B, 37 RBI) and RHP Emerson Hancock (6-4, 5.10 ERA, 75 K, 34 BB). Both Schunk and Shepherd are expected to be chosen in the 2019 MLB Draft in the first four rounds. “We have lots of returning players with talent and experience after earning a national seed and NCAA Regional host last season,” said Head Coach Scott Stricklin. “We are hungry to return. Our pitching was good in 2018 and should be better in 2019. The same can be said for our fielding. Overall, it’s a solid team.”

14. TEXASCOACH: David Pierce (81-47 in two years with the Longhorns; 278-156 overall)

2018 RECORD: 42-23

2018 FINISH: 7th at College World Series

TOP RETURNEES: SS David Hamilton (.291, 6 HR, 7 2B, 37 RBI, 31 SB); 3B Ryan Reynolds (.247, 4 HR, 16 2B, 37 RBI); 2B Masen Hibbeler (.261, 4 HR, 15 2B, 30 RBI, 13 SB); LF Tate Shaw (.252, 13 2B, 22 RBI); CF Duke Ellis (.289, 4 2B, 27 RBI, 16 SB); RF Austin Todd (.219, 3 2B, 13 RBI); C D.J. Petrinsky (.257, 9 HR, 10 2B, 29 RBI); RHP Blair Henley (6-7, 3.32 ERA, 64 K, 37 BB); RHP Matteo Bocchi (4-1, 3.05 ERA); Relief Kam Fields (1-0, 1.82 ERA, 15 AP, 19 K); RHP Bryce Elder.

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Coy Cobb (Katy HS, TX); RHP Ty Madden (Cypress Ranch HS, TX); SS Bryce Reagan (IMG Academy, FL); RHP Jack Neely (Churchill HS, TX); OF Eric Kennedy (Calvary Christian HS, FL); RHP Kolby Kubichek (Bryan HS, TX); INF Peter Geib (Episcopal HS, TX).

KEY LOSSES: 2B Kody Clemens (All-American, Big 12 Player of Year, signed); RHP Nolan Kingham (signed); RHP Chase Shugart (signed); LHP Josh Sawyer (graduated); RHP Parker Joe Robinson (graduated).

2019 OUTLOOK: Texas made its 36th appearances in the College World Series last season and looks for another trip to Omaha in 2019. The Longhorns return seven position player starters and two key pitchers. Add to the mix the 15th best recruiting class in the nation as determined by Collegiate Baseball last fall with 17 newcomers, and Texas should be strong once again. Headliners on the team include potential high draft pick SS David Hamilton (.291, 6 HR, 7 2B, 37 RBI, 31 SB) and RHP Blair

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by Collegiate Baseball. “We have Omaha type talent with a ton of returning guys and great newcomers,” said Head Coach Monte Lee. “It is the most pitching depth we have had in a long time. Our offense will be legit again led by Davidson and C Kyle Wilkie (.324, 5 HR, 10 2B, 40 RBI). I feel like our team is better than last year when we won 47 games and hosted a regional for the third year.”

16. OKLAHOMA ST.COACH: Josh Holliday (231-132-1 in six years with the Cowboys)

2018 RECORD: 31-26-1

2018 FINISH: Second at DeLand Regional

TOP RETURNEES: OF Colin Simpson (.280, 18 HR, 13 2B, 51 RBI); 3B Michael Neustifter (.299, 4 HR, 15 2B, 35 RBI); CF Trevor Boone (.270, 10 HR, 13 2B, 33 RBI); 1B Christian Funk (.245, 7 HR, 10 2B, 33 RBI); OF Carson McCusker (.271, 8 HR, 8 2B, 18 RBI); RF Cade Cabbiness (.132, 3 HR, 2 2B, 7 RBI); RHP Jensen Elliott (0-0, 4 AP, 10.6 IP, 5.06 ERA); RHP Joe Lienhard (5-3, 5.30 ERA, 62 K, 40 BB); LHP Mitchell Stone (0-0, 6.23 ERA, 6 K, 3 BB); RHP C.J. Varela (4-0, 3 SV, 3.40 ERA, 29 K, 28 BB); RHP Peyton Battenfield (2-3, 2 SV, 4.66 ERA, 62 K, 24 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C Bryce Carter (transfer Stanford); C Josh Spiegel (Penn Traffort HS, PA, HM All-American); INF Huey Morrill (Suwannee HS, FL, 36th round draft pick); INF Andrew Navigato (Cuesta CC, CA); RHP Logan Gragg (Connors St. JC); RHP Jake Lyons (Weatherford JC); LHP Nate Peterson (Lakeville North HS, MN).

KEY LOSSES: SS Matt Kroon (Big 12 Newcomer of Year, signed); LHP Carson Teel (Big 12 First Team, signed); OF Jon Littell (Big 12 second team, graduated); RHP Jonathan Heasley (signed).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Cowboys finished second at the DeLand Regional last season and posted a 31-26-1 overall record. Five position player starters are back along with four key pitchers. OSU also landed the 22nd best recruiting class in the nation last fall with 17 newcomers. “We have a good mix of returning players who are experienced and newcomers who will get in the fold quickly,” said Head Coach Josh Holliday. “It is a well rounded team with quality pitching depth.” Headliners include 6-foot-6, 217 pound RHP Jensen Elliott who could be a top three round draft pick, RHP Logan Gragg (Connors St. J.C.) and OF Colin Simpson (.280, 18 HR, 13 2B, 51 RBI).

17. GEORGIA TECH.COACH: Danny Hall (1,019-532-1 in 25 years with the Yellow Jackets; 1,227-649-1 overall)

2018 RECORD: 31-21

2018 FINISH: 4th in the Coastal Division of the ACC

TOP RETURNEES: RHP/1B Tristin English (2-4, 1 SV, 4.11 ERA, 51 K, .279, 6 HR, 17 2B, 60 RBI); RHP Xzavion Curry (8-4, 4.18 ERA, 101 K, 23 BB); LHP Connor Thomas (7-4, 3.34 ERA, 106 K, 10 BB); Relief Andy Archer (3 SV, 4-0, 3.64 ERA, 41 K); LHP Brant Hurter (5-4, 6.04 ERA, 56 K, 23 BB); C Kyle McCann (.300, 15 HR, 10 2B, 45 RBI); 2B Luke Waddell (.283, 1 HR, 8 2B, 10 RBI); SS Austin Wilhite (.249, 6 HR, 13 2B, 30 RBI); 3B Oscar Serratos (.311, 3 HR, 4 2B, 14 RBI); LF Chase Murray (.343, 6 HR, 11 2B, 3 3B, 39 RBI); CF Michael Guldberg (.368, 2 HR, 2 2B, 9 RBI); RF Colin Hall (.283, 2 HR, 9 2B, 24 RBI).

TOP NEWCOMERS: LHP Luke Bartnicki (Walton HS, GA), RHP Amos Willingham (Snead St. CC, GA); RHP Cort Roedig (Dr. Phillips HS, FL); 1B Ryan Miller (Westminster HS, GA); SS Billy Zinnershine (Lassiter HS, GA); LHP Walker Barlow (Benedictine Military, GA).

KEY LOSSES: C Joey Bart (.359, 16 HR, 12 2B, 38 RBI); 2B Wade Bailey (.339, 2 HR, 13 2B, 31 RBI, 9 SB)

2019 OUTLOOK: Georgia Tech returns seven position player starters and five key pitchers off a team that posted a 31-21 record last season. Key players to watch include 1B/RHP Tristin English (.279, 6 HR, 17 2B, 60 RBI, 2-4, 4.11 ERA, 51 K), C Kyle McCann (.300, 15 HR, 10 2B, 45 RBI), RHP Xzavion Curry (8-4, 4.18 ERA, 101 K, 23 BB) and LHP Connor Thomas (7-4, 3.34 ERA, 106 K, 10 BB). “Seven of our nine starters return as well as the entire pitching staff,” said Head Coach Danny Hall. “RHP Amos Willingham and LHP Luke Bartnicki add to a deep pitching staff.”

18. CAL. ST. FULLERTONCOACH: Rick Vanderhook (271-152 in seven years with the Titans)

2018 RECORD: 36-25

2018 FINISH: Second at Fullerton Super Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Daniel Cope (.280, 5 HR, 14 2B, 44 RBI); 2B Hank LoForte (.339, 2 HR, 5 2B, 35 RBI); CF Mitchell Berryhill (.296, 8 2B, 23 RBI, 10 SB); 1B Jake Pavletich (.282, 11 2B, 22 RBI); SS Sahid Valenzuela (.272, 14 2B, 22 RBI); 3B Brett Borgogno (.246, 12 2B, 21 RBI); LF Jairus Richards (.246, 7 2B, 13 RBI); RHP Tanner Bibee (3-5, 3.86 ERA, 56 K, 18 BB); LHP Timothy Josten (0-1, 4.15 ERA, 22 K, 5 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Michael Knorr (Carlsbad HS, CA); C Kameron Guangorena (St. John Bosco HS, All-American); OF Trevor Cadd (Martin Luther King, Jr. HS, CA), RHP Joe Magrisi (Torry Pines HS, All-State); RHP Kyle Luckham (El Dorado HS, CA); OF Jason Brandow (Vintage HS, CA, 18th round draft); RHP Michael Wiesberg (Agoura HS, CA).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Colton Eastman (10-4, 2.37 ERA, 124 K, All-American, signed); RHP Tommy Wilson (7-0, 2.61 ERA, 81 K, signed); RHP Andrew Quezada (4-5, 3.90 ERA, 58 K, signed); RHP Brett Conine (10 SV, 4-2, 4.09 ERA, 49 K, drafted); RF Ruben Cardenas (.292, 4 HR, 14 2B, 38 RBI, 12 SB, signed).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Titans finished second at the Fullerton Super Regional last season and posted a 36-25 overall record. Seven position player starters are back but no key pitchers. However, the Titans landed a superb recruiting class that was heavy on pitching. “We have a good group of hitters returning,” said Head Coach Rick Vanderhook. “I like our defense and think it is a good mix of old and new players. Our pitchers are very young and have a lot of upside. But they have very little experience, and they will have to pitch to contact.”

19. TEXAS CHRISTIANCOACH: Jim Schlossnagle (648-295 in 15 years with the Horned Frogs; 725-339 overall)

2018 RECORD: 33-23

2018 FINISH: Sixth in the Big 12 Conference

TOP RETURNEES: LHP Nick Lodolo (7-4, 4.32 ERA, 93 K, 28 BB); RHP Jared Janczak (1-1, 3.00 ERA, 41 K, 12 BB); LHP Russell Smith (3-2, 3.35 ERA, 35 K, 19 BB); Relief Cal Coughlin (3 SV, 2-2, 1.44 ERA, 27 AP, 22 K); LHP Augie Mihlbauer (1-1, 1.59 ERA, 23 AP, 29 K); LF Josh Watson (.305, 8 HR, 10 2B, 32 RBI); 2B Coby Boulware (.278, 7 2B, 17 RBI, 24 SB); SS Adam Oviedo (.228, 6 2B, 25 RBI); C Zach Humphreys (.225, 3 2B, 27 RBI); 3B Conner Shepherd (.208, 7 HR, 6 2B, 26 RBI); CF Johnny Rizer (.231, 3 HR, 7 2B, 13 RBI).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Hunter Wolfe (Walters St. JC, 19th round draft); LHP Brandon Williamson (North Iowa Area JC, 36th round draft); 2B Austin Henry (Walters St. College); 1B Jacob Guenther (Sacramento City College); 3B Andrew Keefer (Weatherford College); RHP Dawson Barr (Liberty Christian HS, TX); OF Porter Brown (Regis HS, TX).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Sean Wymer (6-3, 3.65 ERA, signed); RHP Durbin Feltman (6 SV, 43 K, signed); 1B Luken Baker (.319, 9 HR, 26 RBI, signed); INF Michael Landestoy (.304, 3 HR, 42 RBI, graduated); OF A.J. Balta (.310,

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7 HR, 59 RBI, graduated).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Horned Frogs had a down year in 2018 with a 33-23 record and sixth place finish in the Big 12. But look for a big rebound in 2019 with the return of six position player starters and three key pitchers led by potential first round pick LHP Nick Lodolo (7-4, 4.32 ERA, 93 K, 28 BB), another quality pitcher in RHP Jared Janczak (1-1, 3.00 ERA, 41 K, 12 BB) and LHP Brandon Williamson (transfer from North Iowa Area J.C., 36th round draft pick). Janczak had shoulder surgery during the past summer while Williamson had hip surgery. “We are much improved physically when comparing this team to last season,” said Head Coach Jim Schlossnagle. “The key to our success will be getting Janczak and Williamson healthy and on the mound at 100 percent by the time we get to conference play.”

20. DUKECOACH: Chris Pollard (198-148 in six years with the Blue Devils; 442-356 overall)

2018 RECORD: 45-18

2018 FINISH: Second at Lubbock Super Regional

TOP RETURNEES: LHP Graeme Stinson (5-1, 1.89 ERA, 98 K, 19 BB); LHP Adam Laskey (6-4, 5.47 ERA, 61 K, 38 BB); RHP Bryce Jarvis (5-1, 2.45 ERA, 67 K, 22 BB); LHP Bill Chillari (6-1, 4.72 ERA, 36 K, 11 BB); LHP Matt Dockman (0-1, 2.13 ERA, 21 K, 9 BB); 2B Joey Loperfido (.315, 6 HR, 11 2B, 43 RBI, 16 SB); OF Kennie Taylor (.283, 6 HR, 13 2B, 36 RBI); C Michael Rothenberg (.253, 2 HR, 4 2B, 17 RBI); 1B Chris Crabtree (.457, 2 HR, 5 2B, 11 RBI, Regional MVP).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Ben Gross (Transfer Princeton); OF Kyle Gallagher (Transfer Cornell); RHP Jack Carey (St. Peter’s Prep, NJ); C Rudy Maxwell (Ensworth HS, TN); RHP Cooper Stinson (Norcross HS, GA); LHP Kyle Salley (Homewood-Flossmoor HS, IL, drafted in 40th round); RHP Ethan Murray (The Miller School of Albemarle, VA).

KEY LOSSES: OF Griffin Conine (.286, 18 HR, signed); OF Jimmy Herron (.304, 42 BB ,signed); SS Zack Kone (.300, fielded .965 at SS, signed); C Chris Proctor (.286, 12 SB, signed); 3B/P Jack Labosky (All-American closer, terrific defensive 3B, signed).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Blue Devils finished second at the Lubbock Super Regional with a 45-18 overall record and return three position player starters and a superb pitching staff led by potential first round pick LHP Graeme Stinson (5-1, 1.89 ERA, 98 K, 19 BB, electric fastball and superb breaking ball) and another potential high draft pick in LHP Adam Laskey, the reigning Cape Cod league Pitcher of The Year (5-0, 1.18 ERA, 26 K for Falmouth last summer).

21. BAYLORCOACH: Steve Rodriguez (95-73 in 3 years with the Bears; 496-373 overall)

2018 RECORD: 37-21

2018 FINISH: Third at Stanford Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Shea Langeliers (.252, 11 HR, 18 2B, 44 RBI); 1B Andy Thomas (.324, 1 HR, 10 2B, 34 RBI); 2B Josh Bissonette (.269, 7 HR, 10 2B, 39 RBI); SS Nick Loftin (.306, 6 HR, 12 2B, 36 RBI); 3B Davis Wendzel (.310, 8 HR, 22 2B, 49 RBI); LF Cole Haring (.255, 7 HR, 13 2B, 32 RBI); CF Richard Cunningham (.342, 9 HR, 14 2B, 38 RBI); RF Davion Downey (.274, 4 HR, 10 2B, 33 RBI); DH TJ Raquse (.324, 1 HR, 4 2B, 19 RBI); LHP Cody Bradford (7-6, 2.51 ERA, 87 K, 26 BB); RHP Hayden Kettler (8-4, 3.81 ERA, 56 K, 36 BB); LHP Tyler Thomas (3-3, 3.38 ERA, 59 K, 55 BB); RHP Kyle Hill (4-1, 2.62 ERA, 47 K, 32 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Anderson Needham (Rockwall-Heath HS, TX); RHP Logan Freeman (McLennan CC); INF Ricky Martinez (St. Francis HS, CA); RHP Ryan Segner (Fredricksburg HS, TX); OF MacKenzie Mueller (Cicsco College); LHP Paul Dickens (Navarro College); P/1B Brooks Helmer (Rockwall HS, TX).

KEY LOSSES: P Troy Montemayor (Drafted); P Alex Phillips; P Joe Heineman; P Drew Robertson.

2019 OUTLOOK: The Bears finished third at the Stanford Regional last season and posted a 37-21 overall record. Nine position player starters are back along with four key pitchers. Headliners include potential first round pick C Shea Langeliers (great defense, .252, 11 HR, 18 2B, 44 RBI), LHP Cody Bradford (7-6, 2.51 ERA, 87 K, 26 BB) and 3B Davis Wendzel (.310, 8 HR, 22 2B, 49 RBI). “We have a veteran group back with our entire lineup and starting pitching returning,” said Head Coach Steve Rodriguez.

22. N.C. STATECOACH: Elliott Avent (833-509 in 22 years with the Wolfpack; 1,057-722 overall)

2018 RECORD: 42-18

2018 FINISH: Second place in the Raleigh Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Patrick Bailey (.321, 13 HR, 8 2B, 40 RBI); 1B Evan Edwards (.297, 15 HR, 5 2B, 48 RBI, 4 SB); 2B JT Jarrett (.225, 8 RBI); SS Will Wilson (.307, 15 HR, 16 2B, 53 RBI, 1 SB); DH Brad Debo (.253, 1 HR, 4 2B, 14 RBI, 1 SB); RHP Dalton Feeney (injured last season); RHP Reid Johnston (7-1, 3.06 ERA, 64.2 IP, 49 K, 15 BB); LHP Kent Klyman

(4 SV, 8-2, 2.34 ERA, 31 AP, 67 K); RHP Nolan Clenney (3-0, 3.43 ERA, 33 AP, 54 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Jonny Butler (Heartland CC); INF Vojtech Mensik (Czech Republic); INF Tyler McDonough (Moeller HS, OH); RHP Alec Barger (Polk State JC); RHP Jason Parker (Louisburg JC); RHP Logan Whitaker (Ledford HS, NC); LHP Canaan Silver (Spartanburg Methodist College).

KEY LOSSES: LF Brett Kinneman (All American, First Team All-ACC, signed pro); CF Josh McLain (First Team All-ACC, led the ACC in hits, signed pro); RF Brock Deatherage (Second Team All-ACC, signed pro); SP Brian Brown (All American, ACC Pitcher of Year, First Team All-ACC, signed pro).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Wolfpack finished second at the Raleigh Regional last season and posted a 42-18 overall record. Five position player starters are back led by Collegiate Baseball All-American SS Will Wilson (.307, 15 HR, 16 2B, 53 RBI), RHP Reid Johnston (7-1, 3.06 ERA, 49 K, 15 BB) and 1B Evan Edwards (.297, 15 HR, 5 2B, 48 RBI). “We’re excited about this year’s team,” said Head Coach Elliott Avent. “We have a lot of depth on the mound, and we return three of our best players from last year to anchor the middle of our lineup. We should be very good defensively with a great combination of speed and power.”

23. AUBURNCOACH: Butch Thompson (103-82 in 3 years with the Tigers)

2018 RECORD: 43-23

2018 FINISH: Second place in the Gainesville Super Regional

TOP RETURNEES: SS Will Holland (.313, 12 HR, 18 2B, 52 RBI, 9 SB); OF Steven Williams (.291, 12 HR, 10 2B, 51 RBI, 1 SB); 3B Edouard Julien (.275, 17 HR, 7 2B, 69 RBI, 7 SB); INF/OF Conor Davis (.268, 2 HR, 9 2B, 34 RBI, 3 SB); RHP Tanner Burns (7-4, 3.01 ERA, 86.2 IP, 77 K, 37 BB); RHP Davis Daniel (3-4, 4.86 ERA, 66.2 IP, 70 K, 32 BB); LHP Jack Owen (2-2, 5.97 ERA, 34.2 IP, 35 K, 16 BB); RHP Cody Greenhill (6-3, 2.30 ERA, 21 AP, 55 K, 19 BB); LHP Elliott Anderson (5-0, 3.64 ERA, 24 AP, 32 K, 15 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: LHP Garrett Wade (Hartselle HS, AL); INF Ryan Bliss (Troup County HS, GA); INF Rankin Woley (Chattahoochee Valley CC); RHP Will Morrison (Cullman HS, AL); INF Devin Warner (Cartersville HS, GA); OF Kason Howell (Liberty Christian School, TX); C Matt Scheffler (Pierce CC).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Casey Mize (Drafted, 2X consensus All American); RHP Calvin Coker (Drafted, led the team with 7 saves and 29 AP); OF Jay Estes (Signed pro, led the team in BA and hits); INF Luke Jarvis (Drafted, key defensive player).

2019 OUTLOOK: Auburn finished second at the Gainesville Super Regional last season and posted a 43-23 overall record. Four position player starters are back along with three key pitchers. Plus, the Tigers landed the 14th best recruiting class in the nation last fall, according to Collegiate Baseball. Key players to watch include potential first round draft pick SS Will Holland (.313, 12 HR, 18 2B, 52 RBI), 3B Edouard Julien (.275, 17 HR, 7 2B, 69 RBI), OF Steven Williams (.291, 12 HR, 10 2B, 51 RBI) and RHP Tanner Burns (7-4, 3.01 ERA, 77 K, 37 BB). “We added depth to our pitching staff, especially lefthanders,” said Head Coach Butch Thompson. “Will Holland is a potential top 10 (first round draft) pick. Davis Daniel turned down pro ball to come back. We also return four Freshmen All-Americans in Tanner Burns, Cody Greenhill, Edouard Julien and Cody Greenhill.”

24. MISSOURI ST.COACH: Keith Guttin (1,259-776 in 36 years with the Bears)

2018 RECORD: 40-17

2018 FINISH: Third place in the Oxford Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Logan Geha (.185, 4 2B, 9 RBI, 5 SB); 1B Ben Whetstone (.278, 9 HR, 10 2B, 39 RBI, 5 SB); 2B John Privitera (.246, 5 2B, 20 RBI, 11 SB); OF Jack Duffy (.271, 3 HR, 9 2B, 30 RBI, 1 SB); C Drew Millas (.321, 7 HR, 13 2B, 61 RBI, 3 SB); RHP Ty Buckner (7-4, 4.81 ERA, 76.2 IP, 60 K, 49 BB); RHP Logan Wiley (7-6, 4.13 ERA, 85 IP, 68 K, 23 BB, 1 SV); RHP Connor Sechler (9 SV, 7-1, 2.98 ERA, 32 AP, 59 K, 22 BB); LHP Jake Lochner (1 SV, 1-1, 2.86 ERA, 18 AP, 16 K, 19 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Tommy Woods (McCluer North HS, MO); OF Collin Clayton (John A Logan College); RHP Hayden Juenger (O’Fallon Township HS, IL); INF/OF Anthony Herron Jr. (Mt. Carmel HS, IL); OF Dakota Kotowski (Providence Catholic HS, IL); INF Joey Polak (Jefferson College); LHP Peyton Carson (Shawnee Heights HS, KS).

KEY LOSSES: SS Jeremy Eierman (Drafted, .287, 10 HR, 49 RBI, Second Team All-MVC); CF Hunter Steinmetz (Drafted, .307, 5 HR, 37 RBI, All-MVC); RHP Dylan Coleman (Drafted, 10-2, 3.77 ERA, 102.2 IP, 129 K, All-MVC); 3B Matt Brown (.241, 14 HR, 41 RBI); RHP Jake Fromson (3-2, 3.34 ERA, 29.2 IP, 1 SV, 2017 All American).

2019 OUTLOOK: Missouri St. is coming off the best 4-year stretch in school history with 170 wins and two NCAA Regional titles as seven players have been selected in the top six rounds of the MLB Draft. Last season, the Bears posted a 40-17 overall record and finished third at the Oxford Regional as five position player starters return along with a trio of quality pitchers. Headliners include closer Connor Sechler (9 SV, 7-1, 2.98 ERA, 59 K, 22 BB), RHP Ty Buckner (7-4, 4.81 ERA, 60 K, 49 BB) and C Drew Millas (.321, 7 HR, 13 2B, 61 RBI). “We have a strong mix of veteran returners and talented newcomers,” said Head Coach Keith Guttin. “Our deep pitching staff is bolstered by a host of freshmen who could contribute immediately. We also have quality bats in Drew Millas, Ben Whetstone and will need other returners and newcomers to step up.”

25. ARKANSASCOACH: Dave Van Horn (643-364 in 16 years with the Razorbacks; 1,014-532 overall)

2018 RECORD: 48-21

2018 FINISH: Runners-up in the College World Series

TOP RETURNEES: SS Casey Martin (.345, 13 HR, 14 2B, 49 RBI, 8 SB); OF Heston Kjerstad (.332, 14 HR, 16 2B, 58 RBI, 3 SB); CF Dominic Fletcher (.288, 10 HR, 16 2B, 49 RBI, 1 SB); RHP Isaiah Campbell (5-7, 4.26 ERA, 69.2 IP, 75 K, 29 BB); LHP Matt Cronin (14 SV, 2-2, 3.45 ERA, 25 AP).

TOP NEWCOMERS: LHP Patrick Wicklander (Valley Christian HS, CA); RHP Jacob Burton (New Diana HS, TX); OF Matt Goodheart (San Jacinto JC); LHP Caden Monke (Mt. Olive HS, TX); OF Christian Franklin (Rockhurst HS, KS); INF Trevor Ezell (SE Missouri State transfer).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Blaine Knight (Drafted, 14-0, 2.80 ERA, 112.1 IP, 102 K); RF Eric Cole (Drafted, .313, 14 2B, 14 HR, 52 RBI); 2B Carson Shaddy (.330, 12 2B, 13 HR); SS Jax Biggers (Drafted, .280, 9 2B, 4 HR, 26 RBI, 7 SB); LHP Kacey Murphy (Drafted, 8-5, 3.20 ERA, 101.1 IP, 85 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: Arkansas finished second in the nation last season with a 48-21 overall record. However, the Razorbacks were hit hard as only three position player starters return and one key pitcher as a number of high profile players moved on to the pros or graduated including RHP Blaine Knight, RF Eric Cole, 2B Carson Shaddy, SS Jax Biggers and LHP Kacey Murphy to name a few. A superb recruiting class has infused talent into the program with 28 newcomers and was ranked 24th in the nation by Collegiate Baseball. Arkansas has several high profile players returning who are expected to be drafted high in RHP Isaiah Campbell (5-7, 4.26 ERA, 75 K, 29 BB), CF Dominic Fletcher (.288, 10 HR, 16 2B, 49 RBI) and closer Matt Cronin (14 SV, 3.54 ERA). “This is still a very young team with a lot of questions left to be answered in terms of roles,” said Head Coach Dave Van Horn. “There are plenty of options at every position. We will be utilizing a number of new players in key roles this seson.”

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26. ARIZONACOACH: Jay Johnson (121-67 in 4 years with the Wildcats; 193-109 overall)

2018 RECORD: 34-22

2018 FINISH: Sixth place in Pac-12 Conference

TOP RETURNEES: 3B Nick Quintana (.313, 14 HR, 17 2B, 55 RBI); SS Cameron Cannon (.321, 8 HR, 21 2B, 50 RBI, 7 SB); OF Matt Fraizer (.266, 2 HR, 9 2B, 28 RBI, 3 SB); 2B Jacob Blas (.305, 2 HR, 6 2B, 28 RBI, 1 SB); OF Donta Williams (.258, 1 HR, 2 2B, 10 RBI, 1 SB); LHP Randy Labaut (2-1, 1.60 ERA, 33.2 IP, 21 K, 6 BB); LHP Avery Weems (2-3, 5.69 ERA, 55.1 IP, 39 K, 21 BB); RHP Zach Sherman (1 SV, 2-0, 2.45 ERA, 16 AP, 24 K, 5 BB); LHP Gil Luna (0-1, 5.32 ERA, 23 AP, 32 K, 19 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C Austin Wells (Bishop Gorman HS, NV); RHP Bryce Collins (Hart HS, CA); LHP Andrew Nardi (Moorepark College); RHP George Arias Jr. (Tucson HS, AZ); OF Ryan Holgate (Davis HS, CA); RHP Ian Mejia (Sahuarita HS, AZ); RHP Nate Brown (Madison CC).

KEY LOSSES: 1B Alfonso Rivas (Drafted, .342, 15 2B, 7 HR, 52 RBI, First Team All-Pac 12); C Cesar Salazar (Drafted, .339, 11 2B, 4 HR, 42 RBI, First Team All-Pac 12); RHP Cody Deason (Drafted, 6-5, 2.87 ERA, 91 IP, 84 K); RHP Michael Flynn (Drafted, 6-5, 4.89 ERA, 73.2 IP, 72 K); OF Cal Stevenson (Drafted, .293, 6 3B, 47 R).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Wildcats finished sixth in the Pac-12 Conference last season and posted a 34-22 overall record. Five position player starters are back along with several key pitchers. What makes Arizona an immediate contender for post-season play in 2019 is its sensational recruiting class that arrived last fall and was ranked third in the nation by Collegiate Baseball. The 19-man class features six draft picks. Headliners on the team include 3B Nick Quintana (.313, 14 HR, 17 2B, 55 RBI) and SS Cameron Cannon (.321, 8 HR, 21 2B, 50 RBI), both of whom could be chosen in the top four rounds of the upcoming MLB Draft. “We will be much improved with our pitching depth,” said Head Coach Jay Johnson. “We have improved pitchability and arm strength. We also should have a good defensive team with a couple of elite hitters.”

27. MISSISSIPPI ST.COACH: Chris Lemonis (First year with the Bulldogs; 141-91-2 overall)

2018 RECORD: 39-29

2018 FINISH: Fourth place in the College World Series

TOP RETURNEES: OF Jake Mangum (.351, 3 HR, 22 2B, 33 RBI, 14 SB); OF Elijah MacNamee (.309, 8 HR, 11 2B, 42 RBI, 1 SB); 1B Tanner Allen (.287, 5 HR, 18 2B, 45 RBI); OF Rowdey Jordan (.321, 7 HR, 15 2B, 37 RBI, 2 SB); INF Jordan Westburg (.248, 2 HR, 11 2B, 30 RBI); INF Josh Hatcher (.259, 3 HR, 4 2B, 16 RBI, 4 SB); INF Justin Foscue (.241, 3 HR, 12 2B, 20 RBI); LHP Ethan Small (5-4, 3.20 ERA, 101.1 IP, 122 K, 33 BB); RHP Riley Self (1 SV, 5-0, 3.51 ERA, 18 AP, 20 K, 12 BB); RHP Cole Gordon (4 SV, 4-3, 4.26 ERA, 30 AP, 68 K, 32 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: P/INF JT Ginn (Brandon HS, MS); P Christian MacLeod (Huntsville HS, AL); P Eric Cerantola (Holy Trinity Catholic, ON, Canada); C Hayden Jones (Carroll HS, IN); P/OF Bryce Brock (Lewisburg HS, MS); INF Gunner Halter (Seminole State CC); P Tyler Spring (Jones County CC).

KEY LOSSES: P Konnor Pilkington (Drafted, 18 starts, 102.2 IP, 107 K, 33 BB); P Jacob Billingsley (Drafted, 18 starts, 5-4, 72.2 IP, 71 K); INF Hunter Stovall (Drafted, .321, 42 RBI, 10 SB); P Zach Neff (Drafted, 4-3, 3.52 ERA, 41 K, 2 SV); P JP France (Drafted, 5-5, 3.77 ERA, 59.2 IP, 65 K, 2 SV).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Bulldogs finished fourth at the College World Series and posted a 39-29 overall record. Six position player starters are back but only one key pitcher. However, Mississippi St. landed the ninth best recruiting in the nation featuring a superb group of 17 newcomers highlighted by RHP/INF J.T. Ginn (first round pick of the Dodgers) who was among four drafted players in the class. Key players to watch include Collegiate Baseball Pre-Season All-American Jake Mangum (.351, 22 2B, 33 RBI), OF Elijah MacNamee (.309, 8 HR, 11 2B, 42 RBI), 1B Tanner Allen (.287, 5 HR, 18 2B, 45 RBI), LF Rowdey Jordan (.321, 7 HR, 15 2B, 37 RBI) and LHP Ethan Small (5-4, 3.20 ERA, 122 K, 33 BB in 18 starts). “We have a talented group that is battle tested,” said Head Coach Chris Lemonis.

28. MINNESOTACOACH: John Anderson (1,288-860-3 in 38 years with the Golden

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2018 RECORD: 44-15

2018 FINISH: Second place in the Corvallis Super Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Eli Wilson (.289, 5 HR, 9 2B, 37 RBI); 1B Cole McDevitt (.271, 9 HR, 9 2B, 46 RBI, 1 SB); OF Ben Mezzenga (.383, 8 2B, 28 RBI, 12 SB); SS Jordan Kozicky (.271, 5 HR, 13 2B, 38 RBI, 3 SB); RHP Patrick Frederickson (9-0, 1.80 ERA, 97 IP, 73 K, 27 BB); LHP Nick Lackney (4-2, 5.48 ERA, 47.2 IP, 47 K, 15 BB); RHP Jake Stevenson (1-1, 6.32 ERA, 31.1 IP, 15 K, 18 BB); RHP Max Meyer (16 SV, 2-3, 2.06 ERA, 26 AP, 54 K, 13 BB); RHP Brett Schulze (9-0, 2.09 ERA, 22 AP, 47 K, 24 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C Chase Stanke (Marmion Academy, IL); INF Zack Raabe (Forest Lake HS, MN); INF Andrew Wilhite (Stillman Valley HS, IL); C Riley Swenson (Chaska HS, MN); OF Otto Grimm (Bemidji HS, MN); RHP Gus Radel (Roosevelt HS, SD); RHP JP Massey (Gwendolyn Brook College Prep, IL)

KEY LOSSES: SS Terrin Vavra (Drafted, All American, First Team All-Big Ten); SP Reggie Meyer (Drafted, Second Team All-Big Ten, 8-4, 2.97 ERA, 70 K); 3B Micah Coffey (Drafted, Second Team All-Big ten, .278, 5 HR, 34 RBI); RP Jackson Rose (Drafted, 5-1, 1.99 ERA, 30 K, 1 SV); 2B Luke Pettersen (Third Team All-Big Ten, .322, 13 2B, 27 RBI).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Golden Gophers finished second at the Corvallis Super Regional and posted a 44-15 overall record. Four position player starters return along with four quality pitchers. Key players to watch include two Collegiate Baseball Pre-Season All-Americans in RHP Patrick Fredrickson (9-0, 1.80 ERA, 73 K, 27 BB) and closer Max Meyer (16 SV, 2.06 ERA, 54 K, 13 BB). Both were only freshmen last season when they put up those incredible numbers. Several other superb players include RHP Brett Schulze (9-0, 2.09 ERA, 47 K, 24 BB), SS Jordan Kozicky (.271, 5 HR, 13 2B, 38 RBI) and C Eli Wilson (.289, 5 HR, 9 2B, 37 RBI). “We have a talented group of returners and incoming freshmen,” said Head Coach John Anderson. “In fact, it is one of the more talented position player classes we have brought in. We have a strong group of pitchers returning, including two All-Americans. We should be able to compete for a third Big Ten title in four years.”

29. TEXAS A&MCOACH: Rob Childress (539-283-2 in 13 years with the Aggies)

2018 RECORD: 40-22

2018 FINISH: Third place in the Austin Regional

TOP RETURNEES: SS Braden Shewmake (.327, 5 HR, 8 2B, 45 RBI, 12 SB); OF Logan Foster (.314, 8 HR, 10 2B, 40 RBI, 5 SB); 3B Allonte Wingate (.304, 2 2B, 11 RBI, 2 SB); DH Will Frizzell (.295, 6 HR, 11 2B, 35 RBI); OF Zach DeLoach (.264, 5 HR, 11 2B, 27 RBI, 2 SB); C Hunter Coleman (.247, 5 HR, 12 2B, 39 RBI, 1 SB); LHP John Doxakis (8-5, 2.70 ERA, 93.1 IP, 92 K, 29 BB); LHP Chandler Jozwiak (2-0, 4.50 ERA, 42 IP, 43 K, 17 BB); RHP Mason Cole (7 AP, 2.70 ERA, 6 K); LHP Asa Lacy (1 SV, 3-1, 2.75 ERA, 23 AP, 48 K, 17 BB); LHP Dustin Saenz (0-0, 3.32 ERA, 11 AP, 15 K, 6 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: LHP Jonathan Childress (Forney HS, TX); C Mikey Hoehner (Cisco College); MIF Bryce Blaum (Mississippi transfer); LHP Chris Weber (Boerne Champion HS, TX); RHP Brandon Birdsell (Willis HS, TX); RHP Bryce Miller (Blinn College); OF Jonathan Ducoff (Houston Baptist transfer).

KEY LOSSES: 2B Michael Helman (Drafted, .369, 17 2B, 6 HR, 36 RBI, 12 SB); RHP Nolan Hoffman (Drafted, 3-1, 1.15 ERA, 14 SV, 53 K); RHP Mitchell Kilkenny (Drafted, 8-5, 3.34 ERA, 97 IP, 92 K); RHP Cason Sherrod (Drafted, 5-2, 4.17 ERA, 43 K, 45.1 IP); C Cole Bedford (.244, 7 2B, 5 HR, 23 RBI, 2 SB).

2019 OUTLOOK: Texas A&M finished third at the Austin Regional last season and posted a 40-22 record. Six position player starters are back along with two key pitchers. Two players could be first or second round draft picks in the MLB Draft in SS Braden Shewmake (.327, 5 HR, 8 2B, 45 RBI) and LHP John Doxakis (8-5, 2.70 ERA, 92 K, 29 BB). An intriguing pitcher is RHP Mason Cole who flashes a 92-97 mph fastball with a splitter and is highly projectable. “We have a chance to compete at the top of the SEC and give ourselves the chance to get back to Omaha,” said Head Coach Rob Childress. “We have experience positionally to go along with talent. I also like our recruiting class that will help and continue to grow. We are very deep on the mound with options from the left side.”

30. SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPICOACH: Scott Berry (343-191-1 in 10 years with the Golden Eagles)

2018 RECORD: 44-18

2018 FINISH: Third place in the Fayetteville Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Cole Donaldson (.250, 2 HR, 6 2B, 25 RBI, 2 SB); 1B Hunter Slater (.309, 12 HR, 10 2B, 55 RBI, 4 SB); 2B Matthew Guidry (.328, 5 HR, 11 2B, 39 RBI, 6 SB); LF Gabe Montenegro (.295, 2 HR, 11 2B, 38 RBI, 4 SB); CF/P Matt Wallner (.351, 16 HR, 13 2B, 67 RBI, 2 SB, 6 SV, 1-0); LHP Stevie Powers (5-2, 4.07 ERA, 73 IP, 73 K, 13 BB); RHP Walker Powell (7-3, 3.80 ERA, 83 IP, 62 K, 14 BB); RHP Mason Strickland (2 SV, 2-1, 2.74 ERA, 24 AP, 29 K, 6 BB); RHP JC Keys (1 SV, 3-5, 5.80 ERA, 21 AP, 41 K, 23 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 3B Danny Lynch (Dyer HS, FL); CF Hunter Leblanc (Hahnville HS, LA); P Brooks Warren (East Central CC); P/OF Brant Blaylock (Northwest Mississippi CC); P Hunter Stanley (Meridian CC); P Tyler Stuart (Herscher HS, IL); INF Charlie Fischer (Edina HS, MN).

KEY LOSSES: P Nick Sandlin (Drafted, All American, CUSA Pitcher of Year); 3B Luke Reynolds (Drafted, CUSA Player of Year).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Golden Eagles finished third at the Fayetteville Regional last season and posted a 44-18 overall record. Five position player starters are back along with a trio of superb pitchers. Headliners include Collegiate Baseball Pre-Season All-American RHP/OF Matt Wallner (6 SV, .351 BA, 16 HR, 13 2B, 67 RBI) who could go in the first round of the MLB Draft next June. Several other superb players include 1B Hunter Slater (.309, 12 HR, 10 2B, 55 RBI), LHP Stevie Powers (5-2, 4.07 ERA, 73 K, 13 BB) and RHP Walker Powell (7-3, 3.80 ERA, 62 K,14 BB). “We have a terrific balance of returners and newcomers,” said Head Coach Scott Berry. “We believe our freshmen class is the future of the program. Having five returning starters will give us the experience needed to make a run at the Conference USA title.”

31. OREGONCOACH: George Horton (346-249-1 in 10 years with the Ducks; 836-461-2 overall)

2018 RECORD: 26-29

2018 FINISH: Tied for 8th place in the Pac-12 Conference

TOP RETURNEES: C Jakob Goldfarb (.308, 6 HR, 13 2B, 29 RBI, 14 SB); 3B Spencer Steer (.275, 4 HR, 11 2B, 37 RBI, 4 SB); 1B Gabe Matthews

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(.265, 4 HR, 13 2B, 27 RBI, 3 SB); CF Jonny deLuca (.212, 6 HR, 5 2B, 17 RBI, 6 SB); SS/RHP Ryne Nelson (.171, 5 2B, 7 RBI, 3-1, 3.86 ERA, 23.1 IP, 37 K, 14 BB, 4 SV); DH/RHP Kenyon Yovan (.233, 3 HR, 6 2B, 12 RBI, 6-4, 2.98 ERA, 84.2 IP, 98 K, 5 SV); LHP Kolby Somers (2-7, 4.62 ERA, 62.1 IP, 46 K, 13 BB); RHP Hunter Breault (1-0, 4.03 ERA, 18 AP, 11 K); RHP Peyton Fuller (0-1, 3.68 ERA, 16 AP, 11 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 1B AJ Miller (Casa Grande HS, CA); OF Vinny Tosti (Mater Dei HS, CA); INF Kyle Froemke (Round Rock HS, TX); RHP Christian Ciuffetelli (Servite HS, CA); C/OF James Bell (Clovis North HS, CA); LHP Robby Ahlstrom (Chemeketa CC); INF Sam Novitske (Foothill HS, CA).

KEY LOSSES: 2B Kyle Kasser (Drafted, HM All-Pac 12, .278, 7 2B, 12 RBI); C Ray Soderman (Drafted, .225, 1 HR, 6 2B, 17 RBI); RHP Matt Mercer (Drafted, 5-7, 4.16 ERA, 88.2 IP, 86 K); RHP Parker Kelly (Drafted, 4-0, 3.26 ERA, 3 SV, 47 IP, 53 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Ducks had a rough year in 2018 but return six position player starters and several key pitchers from a team that posted a 26-29 overall record. Key players to watch include potential first round draft pick RHP/DH Kenyon Yovan (6-4, 5 SV, 2.98 ERA, 98 K, 37 BB), RHP Ryne Nelson (4 SV, 3-1, 3.86 ERA, 37 K, 14 BB), CF Jonny DeLuca (.212, 6 HR, 5 2B, 17 RBI) and C Jakob Goldfarb (.308, 6 HR, 13 2B, 2 3B, 29 RBI, 14 SB). Oregon also landed a superb recruiting class of 16 newcomers. “This year’s group is a fantastic blend of talented newcomers and veterans,” said Head Coach George Horton.

32. CONNECTICUTCOACH: Jim Penders (525-367-5 in 15 years with the Huskies)

2018 RECORD: 37-22-1

2018 FINISH: Second place at Conway Regional

TOP RETURNEES: OF John Toppa (.283, 1 HR, 9 2B, 30 RBI, 11 SB); UT Michael Woodworth (.302, 4 HR, 5 2B, 22 RBI, 13 SB); C/DH Thad Phillips (.257, 2 HR, 8 2B, 20 RBI, 1 SB); SS Anthony Prato (.324, 2 HR, 11 2B, 23 RBI, 18 SB); 1B/OF Chris Winkel (.264, 4 HR, 11 2B, 33 RBI, 7 SB); UT Conor Moriarty (.222, 4 HR, 11 2B, 19 RBI, 6 SB); OF Anthony Nucerino (.229, 1 2B, 3 RBI, 2 SB); INF Christian Fedko (.255, 1 HR, 15 2B, 33 RBI, 1 SB); LHP Mason Feole (9-2, 2.50 ERA, 100.2 IP, 120 K, 49 BB); RHP Jeffrey Kersten (4-3, 4.66 ERA, 73.1 IP, 44 K, 23 BB); RHP Colby Dunlop (2-3, 4.76 ERA, 34 IP, 19 K, 18 BB); RHP Jake Wallace (3 SV, 1-0, 3.95 ERA, 28 AP, 63 K, 21 BB); LHP Chase Gardner (4-2, 4.00 ERA, 15 AP, 63 K, 31 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C Pat Winkel (Amity HS, CT); INF Kyler Fedko (Vincantian Academy, PA); P/INF Will Lucas (Fairfield HS, CT); C Paul Gozzo (Tulane transfer); OF Michael Chiovitti (UConn-Avery Point); INF David Langer (Chabot College); P Kenneth Haus (El Camino College).

KEY LOSSES: LHP Tim Cate (Drafted); LHP PJ Poulin (All American, Drafted); C Zac Susi (Drafted, Second Team AAC); OF Isaac Feldstein (Second Team All-Conference); OF Troy Stefanski (.326, 5 HR, 35 RBI, 14 SB).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Huskies finished second at the Conway Regional and posted a 37-22-1 overall record. Six position player starters are back along with a five key pitchers. Headliners include LHP Mason Feole (9-2, 2.50, 120 K, 49 BB, expected to be chosen in the top 3 rounds of the MLB Draft), closer Jake Wallace (3 SV, 3.95 ERA, 28 AP, 63 K) and LHP Chase Gardner (4-2, 4.00 ERA, 63 K, 31 BB). “We lost some key players, but our returners and newcomers should allow us to be competitive,” said Head Coach Jim Penders.

33. MIAMI (FLA)COACH: Gino DiMare (First year with the Hurricanes)

2018 RECORD: 28-26

2018 FINISH: Third place in the Coastal Division of the ACC

TOP RETURNEES: SS Freddy Zamora (.303, 1 HR, 12 2B, 28 RBI, 20 SB); 2B Willy Escala (.280, 2 HR, 6 2B, 11 RBI, 7 SB); C Isaac Quinones (.291, 1 HR, 10 2B, 24 RBI, 1 SB); OF Dylan Cloonan (.289, 9 2B, 14 RBI, 1 SB); OF Tony Jenkins (.218, 2 HR, 3 2B, 12 RBI, 4 SB); 3B Raymond Gil (.234, 3 HR, 6 2B, 19 RBI, 3 SB); C Mike Amditis (.255, 5 2B, 14 RBI); 1B Alex Toral (.161, 1 HR, 4 2B, 11 RBI, 3 SB); OF Gabe Rivera (.224, 2 HR, 9 RBI); RHP Evan McKendry (7-6, 3.52 ERA, 87 IP, 114 K); RHP Greg Veliz (0-1, 3.12 ERA, 17.1 IP, 26 K); RHP Chris McMahon (1-1, 4.44 ERA, 26.1 IP, 18 K); RHP Daniel Federman ( 2-4, 2.25 ERA, 23 AP, 54 K, 22 BB); LHP Jeremy Cook (0-0, 4.58 ERA, 22 AP, 18 K, 20 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Slade Cecconi (Trinity Prep, FL); C Adrian Del Castillo (Gulliver Prep, FL); LHP JP Gates (Nature Coast Tech, FL); RHP Mark Mixon (South Georgia State); RHP Tyler Keysor (Eastern State College); OF Chad Crosbie (Saddleback JC); INF Anthony Vilar (Westminster Christian HS, FL).

KEY LOSSES: LHP Jeb Bargfeldt (Drafted, 4-5, 3.38 ERA, 101.1 IP, 76 K); RHP Andrew Cabezas (Drafted, 6-4, 3.96 ERA, 75 IP, 79 K); RHP Frankie Bartow (Drafted, 5-0, 3.12 ERA, 4 SV, 40.1 IP, 32 K); OF Danny Reyes (Drafted, .321, 5 HR, 9 2B, 19 RBI); 3B Romy Gonzalez (Drafted, .273, 4 HR, 8 2B, 30 RBI).

2019 OUTLOOK: After participating in NCAA post-season playoffs for 44 straight years, Miami was left out last season after finishing with a 28-26 record as the Hurricanes finished third in the Coastal Division of the Atlantic Coast Conference. Miami returns five position player starters and one key pitcher. However, the Hurricanes landed the 20th ranked recruiting class in the nation as selected by Collegiate Baseball which features a load of talent among the 15-player haul. Key players to watch this season are RHP Evan McKendry (7-6, 3.52 ERA, 114 K, 33 BB) and closer Greg Veliz (0-1, 3.12 ERA, 26 K), two pitches who could be picked in the first five rounds of the MLB Draft. Two other superb players are RHP Tyler Keysor (Eastern State College, FL) and SS Freddy Zamora (.303, 12 2B, 28 RBI, 20 SB). “Our strength should be starting pitching,” said Head Coach Gino DiMare who is in his first season with Miami as the skipper. “We return a lot of quality arms with the addition of a strong rookie class. Offensively, we are young with one senior, one junior and the rest made up of freshmen and sophomores.”

34. ILLINOISCOACH: Dan Hartleb (410-301-1 with the Fighting Illini)

2018 RECORD: 33-20

2018 FINISH: Fourth place in the Big Ten

TOP RETURNEES: 2B Michael Massey (.326, 6 HR, 17 2B, 46 RBI, 2 SB); SS Ben Troike (.299, 4 HR, 8 2B, 30 RBI, 10 SB); 3B Grant Van Scoy (.234, 1 HR, 8 2B, 22 RBI); CF Zac Taylor (.226, 10 HR, 12 2B, 37 RBI, 10 SB); RF Jack Yalowitz (.216, 4 HR, 9 2B, 30 RBI, 4 SB); C Jeff Korte (.262, 3 HR, 11 2B, 26 RBI); DH Michael Michalak (.282, 1 HR, 7 2B, 17 RBI); RHP Quinn Snarskis (6-1, 2.84 ERA, 73 IP, 34 K, 26 BB); LHP Andy Fisher (6-3, 3.96 ERA, 84 IP, 64 K, 38 BB); RHP Ty Weber (4-3, 3.84 ERA, 82 IP, 53 K, 32 BB); RHP Ryan Thompson (8-3, 2.72 ERA, 46.1 IP, 24 AP, 44 K); LHP Zack Jones (3-2, 3.86 ERA, 21 AP, 18 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C Jacob Campbell (Janesville HS, WI); RHP Aidan Maldonado (Rosemount HS, MN); RHP Garrett Acton (Parkland College); RHP Josh Garner (Parkland College); LHP Josh Harris (Kankakee CC); INF Branden Comia (Carl Sandburg HS, IL); INF Cam McDonald (Hall Township HS, IL).

KEY LOSSES: 1B Bren Spillane (Drafted, Collegiate Baseball’s National Player of Year); RHP Joey Gerber (Drafted, Illinois record 14 saves); OF Doran Turchin (Drafted, .272, 9 HR).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Fighting Illini finished fourth in the Big Ten Conference last year and posted a 33-20 overall record. Seven position player starters

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are back along with five key pitchers. Plus, Illinois landed a superb recruiting class. Headliners include 2B Michael Massey (.326, 6 HR, 17 2B, 46 RBI), SS Ben Troike (.299, 4 HR, 8 2B, 30 RBI, 10 SB), RHP Quinn Snarskis (6-1, 2.84 ERA, 34 K) and RHP Ryan Thompson (8-3, 2.72 ERA, 24 AP, 44 K). “We have a lot of guys back from a very good team,” said Head Coach Dan Hartleb. “Our experience should carry us. We are strong on the mound and expect to compete for the Big Ten title.”

35. EAST CAROLINACOACH: Cliff Godwin (154-90-1 with the Pirates)

2018 RECORD: 44-18

2018 FINISH: Third place at the Greenville Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Jake Washer (.287, 6 HR, 10 2B, 40 RBi, 1 SB); 1B Spencer Brickhouse (.298, 10 HR, 16 2B, 50 RBI, 5 SB); 2B Brady Lloyd (.322, 2 HR, 11 2B, 25 RBI, 16 SB); SS Turner Brown (.230, 4 HR, 7 2B, 28 RBI, 8 SB); LF Bryant Packard (.406, 14 HR, 16 2B, 50 RBI, 6 SB); DH/RHP Alec Burleson (.252, 3 2B, 18 RBI, 3 SB, 5-2, 3.33 ERA, 54 IP, 49 K, 16 BB, 4 SV); RHP Tyler Smith (7-1, 1.78 ERA, 60.2 IP, 34 K, 12 BB, 1 SV); RHP Jake Agnos (4-4, 4.10 ERA, 63.2 IP, 86 K, 38 BB, 1 SV); RHP Trey Benton (4-5, 3.13 ERA, 22 AP, 68 K, 13 BB); RHP Gavin Williams (0-0, 1.15 ERA, 15 AP, 9 K, 7 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 3B Thomas Francisco (Abingdon HS, VA); RHP Carter Spivey (Paul IV HS, VA); OF Christian Smallwood (Central Florida CC); OF Christian Jayne (Terry Sanford HS, NC); SS Ryder Giles (Union Pines HS, NC); OF Connor Norby (East Forsyth HS, NC); OF Lane Hoover (Lincolnton HS, NC).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Chris Holba (Drafted, All American); OF Dwanya Williams-Sutton (Drafted, All Conference); RHP Davis Kirkpatrick; LHP Ryan Ross; OF Drew Henrickson (top defense).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Pirates rolled to a 44-18 record last season and finished third at the Greenville Regional. Six position player starters are back along with four key pitchers. Headliners include potential first round draft pick LF Bryant Packard (.406, 14 HR, 16 2B, 50 RBI), RHP Jake Agnos (4-4, 1 SV, 4.10 ERA, 86 K, 38 BB), 1B Spencer Brickhouse (.298, 10 HR, 16 2B, 50 RBI) and RHP Trey Benton (4-5, 3.13 ERA, 22 AP, 68 K). “This is an experienced and talented group that needs to continue to focus on getting better every day,” said Head Coach Cliff Godwin. “One of the best hitters in the nation is back with us in Bryant Packard. He played for Team USA and has the ability to hit for average and power to all fields.”

36. ARIZONA ST.COACH: Tracy Smith (117-110 in four years with the Sun Devils; 721-567-1 overall)

2018 RECORD: 23-32

2018 FINISH: Seventh in the Pac-12 Conference

TOP RETURNEES: 1B Spencer Torkelson (.320, 25 HR, 12 2B, 53 RBI); OF Carter Aldrete (.293, 3 HR, 10 2B, 31 RBI); SS Alika Williams (.280, 8 2B, 20 RBI); 3B Gage Workman (.276, 3 HR, 10 2B, 25 RBI); CF Hunter Bishop (.250, 5 HR, 5 2B, 26 RBI); DH Hunter Jump (.370, 1 HR, 4 2B, 22 RBI); C/1B Lyle Lin (.312, 2 HR, 16 2B, 18 RBI); RHP Alec Marsh (3-3, 3.89 ERA, 64 K, 31 BB); RHP Boyd Vander Kooi (3-3, 3.00 ERA, 35 K, 17 BB); Relief Chaz Montoya (5 SV, 4.41 ERA, 35 K, 13 BB); Relief Brady Corrigan (1 SV, 5.18 ERA, 23 K, 17 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: LHP Erik Tolman (El Toro H.S., CA, 8-2, 1.89 ERA, No. 15 LHP in USA); RHP Blake Burzell (Laguna Beach H.S., CA, No. 7 RHP in California); RHP R.J. Dabovich (Central Arizona J.C., 18th round pick by Royals, 1.81 ERA); UT Cole Austin (transfer from West Virginia who sat out a year); OF Dustin Garcia (South Kitsap H.S., WA, All-American); RHP Luke LaFlam (Grandview H.S., CO, No. 5 RHP in Colorado).

KEY LOSSES: CF Gage Canning (All-American, led USA in triples, signed); LHP Dellan Raish (4-1, 3.00 ERA, 47 K, left team to focus on school); LHP Eli Lingos (7 W, 3.83 ERA, graduated).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Sun Devils suffered through a difficult season with a 23-32 overall record and a seventh place finish in the Pac-12 Conference. But 2019 is expected to be much better with the return of eight position player starters and a superb recruiting class that focused on quality pitching. Headliners include Collegiate Baseball Pre-Season All-American 1B Spencer Torkelson (.320, 25 HR, 12 2B, 53 RBI), OF Carter Aldrete (.293, 10 2B, 31 RBI) and RHP Alec Marsh (3-3, 3.89 ERA, 64 K, 31 BB). “We love our returning position players,” said Head Coach Tracy Smith. “We feel the best hitter in the country is Spencer Torkelson (who hit 25 home runs as a freshman last season as he was named Collegiate Baseball’s Freshman Player of The Year). We feel it is an elite lineup and defensive group. The pitching will be dramatically better with the influx of young pitching talent.”

37. STETSONCOACH: Steve Trimper (75-42 in 2 years with the Hatters; 556-515-4 overall)

2018 RECORD: 48-13

2018 FINISH: Second place at the Chapel Hill Super Regional

TOP RETURNEES: SS Jorge Arenas (.233, 4 HR, 11 2B, 39 RBI, 10 SB); OF Austin Bogart (.260, 2 HR, 6 2B, 12 RBI, 5 SB); 1B Eric Foggo (.236, 5 HR, 4 2B, 25 RBI, 1 SB); OF Jacob Koos (.291, 3 HR, 14 2B, 34 RBI, 23 SB); OF Andrew MacNeil (.263, 4 HR, 5 2B, 26 RBI, 9 SB); 3B Jonathan Meola (.266, 1 HR, 10 2B, 27 RBI, 9 SB); 1B Baylen Sparks (.221, 1 HR, 7 2B, 12 RBI, 6 SB); LHP Mitchell Senger (9-2, 2.51 ERA, 93.1 IP, 114 K, 28 BB); RHP Vlad Nunez (1 SV, 0-1, 4.26 ERA, 11 AP, 20 K, 10 BB); RHP Austin Wood (0-0, 2.84 ERA, 11 AP, 22 K, 6 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Robbie Peto (SCF Manatee, FL); LHP Nick Chiseri (Miami-Dade College); 1B EJ Doskow (Columbus HS, FL); LHP Daniel Paret (Archbishop McCarthy HS, FL); RHP Bret Neilan (Timber Creek HS, FL); OF Noah Dickerson (TNXL Academy, FL); 1B Brandon Hylton (Ridge HS, NJ).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Logan Gilbert (Drafted, 11-2, 2.72 ERA, 112.1 IP, 163 K); RHP Brooks Wilson (Drafted, 6-0, 2.08 ERA, 20 SV); RHP Jack Perkins (Drafted, 11-3, 2.80 ERA, 106 IP, 108 K); RHP Joey Gonzalez (Drafted, 8-3, 1 SV, 2.07 ERA, 78.1 IP, 79 K); LHP Ben Onyshko (Drafted, 2-1, 2.60 ERA, 34.2 IP, 46 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Hatters had a superb 48-13 record last season with one of the top pitching staffs in the country. Stetson finished second at the Chapel Hill Super Regional. Seven position player starters are back but only one key pitcher in Collegiate Baseball Pre-Season All-American LHP Mitchell Senger (9-2, 2.51 ERA, 114 K, 28 BB). Last year’s team led all NCAA Division I schools with 635 strikeouts. Three pitchers had over 100 strikeouts as the Hatters lost two of them to pro baseball in RHP Logan Gilbert (163) and RHP Jack Perkins (108). “We are deep at every position,” said Head Coach Steve Trimper. “We have young arms, but they are talented and inexperienced. The team is better offensively and has good speed.”

38. LOUISIANACOACH: Tony Robichaux (886-559-2 in 24 years with the Ragin’ Cajuns; 1,149-736-2 overall)

2018 RECORD: 35-25

2018 FINISH: First place in the West Division of the Sun Belt Conference

TOP RETURNEES: C Handsome Monica; 2B Hunter Kasuls (.250, 5 HR, 12 2B, 3 3B, 49 RBI, 17 SB); SS Hayden Cantrelle (.287, 4 HR, 13 2B, 22 RBI, 18 SB); 3B Jonathan Windham (.171, 1 HR, 5 2B, 17 RBI, 1 SB); LF Gavin Bourgeois (.311, 3 HR, 14 2B, 38 RBI, 22 SB); CF Daniel Lahare (.321, 4 HR, 12 2B, 4 3B, 21 RBI, 6 SB); DH Todd Lott (.246, 3 HR, 3 2B, 8 RBI, 2 SB); LHP Gunner Leger; LHP Austin Perrin (3-5, 5.73 ERA, 59.2 IP, 37 K 26 BB); RHP Jack Burk (3-6, 5.43, 64.2 IP, 45 K, 23 BB); LHP Brock Batty (2-1, 6.17 ERA, 1 SV, 37 K); LHP Grant Cox (1-1, 4.71 ERA, 21 IP, 14 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Brandon Young (Howard JC); RHP Austin Bradford (LSU Eunice CC); OF Jordan Wiley (Panola College); OF Orynn Veillon (UNO grad transfer); RHP Jacob Schultz (Northeastern Oklahoma JC).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Nick Lee (3-7, 3 SV, 5.07 ERA, 67 K); LHP Hogan Harris (5-2, 2.62 ERA, 58.1 IP, 54 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Ragin’ Cajuns finished first in the West Division of the Sun Belt Conference and posted a 35-25 overall record last season. Seven position player starters are back along with five quality pitchers. LHP Gunner Leger was out last season after recovering from a partial tear of his ulnar collateral ligament and surgery on his left femur to remove a cyst. But he is healthy and fully recovered. In 2017, he was 10-2 with a 1.97 ERA and fanned 84 batters with 24 walks as he was named the Sun Belt Conference Pitcher of The Year. RHP Brandon Young, a transfer from Howard J.C. in Texas, was impressive in the fall. Two position player starters to watch are LF Gavin Bourgeois (.311, 3 HR, 14 2B, 38 RBI, 22 SB) and 2B Hunter Kasuls (.250, 5 HR, 12 2B, 49 RBI). “We will have a veteran team position player wise with great team speed,” said Head Coach Tony Robichaux. “We also have a true ace on Friday night with Gunner Leger.”

39. MICHIGANCOACH: Erik Bakich (209-138 in 6 years with the Wolverines; 279-236 overall)

2018 RECORD: 33-21

2018 FINISH: Third place in the Big Ten Conference

TOP RETURNEES: 1B Jesse Franklin (.327, 10 HR, 11 2B, 47 RBI, 4 SB); OF Jordan Nwogu (.349, 6 HR, 8 2B, 29 RBI, 11 SB); OF Dominic Clementi (.368, 4 HR, 6 2B, 29 RBI, 2 SB); 2B Ako Thomas (.272, 10 2B, 22 RBI, 15 SB); LHP Tommy Henry (7-3, 3.09 ERA, 81.2 IP, 77 K, 26 BB); RHP Karl Kauffmann (6-3, 3.08 ERA, 79 IP, 78 K, 32 BB); RHP Jeff Criswell (3-2, 2.23 ERA, 24 AP, 32 K, 19 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: LHP Steve Haijar (Central Catholic HS, MA); RHP Willie Weiss (Westview HS, OR); OF Jordan Brewer (Lincoln Trails CC); INF Jack Van Remortel (Carmel HS, IN).

KEY LOSSES: OF Jonathan Engelmann (Signed pro, First Team All-Big 10, .351, 14 2B, 6 HR, 44 RBI); LHP William Tribucher (Signed pro, 4 SV, 22 AP, 3.44 ERA); RHP Troy Miller (Signed pro, 19 AP, 3.37 ERA, 1 SV); RHP Alec Rennard (Signed pro, 11 AP, 3.41 ERA, 37 IP).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Wolverines finished third in the Big Ten Conference and posted a 33-21 overall record. Four position player starters are back along with two key pitchers. Headliners include LHP Tommy Henry (7-3, 3.09 ERA, 77 K, 26 BB), RHP Karl Kauffmann (6-3, 3.08 ERA, 78 K, 32 BB) and 1B Jesse Franklin (.327, 10 HR, 11 2B, 47 RBI). “This should be our best team since 2007-08,” said Head Coach Erik Bakich. “We need to stay healthy and keep getting better. This team has championship potential for sure.”

40. SAM HOUSTON ST.COACH: Matt Deggs (156-93 in 4 years with the Bearkats)

2018 RECORD: 39-20

2018 FINISH: First place in the Southland Conference

TOP RETURNEES: C Jordan Cannon (.259, 6 HR, 9 2B, 31 RBI, 4 SB); 1B Hunter Hearn (.294, 9 HR, 12 2B, 39 RBI, 3 SB); CF Clayton Harp (.323, 5 HR, 10 2B, 29 RBI, 13 SB); LF Eric Bohnert (.342, 1 HR, 4 2B, 10 RBI, 6 SB); 2B Riley McKnight (.200, 9 RBI, 4 SB); 3B Chase Cryer (.279, 2 HR, 12 2B, 19 RBI, 3 SB); DH Jack Rogers (.262, 5 HR, 5 2B, 19 RBI, 1 SB); RHP Hayden Wesneski (7-3, 3.50 ERA, 97.2 IP, 67 K, 30 BB); RHP Nick Mikolajchak (6-5, 4.19 ERA, 73 IP, 54 K, 23 BB, 2 SV); LHP Seth Ballew (6-1, 3.00 ERA, 81 IP, 57 K, 29 BB); LHP Brad Demco (3-1, 3.09 ERA, 25 AP, 28 K, 11 BB); RHP Landon Ausley (1-0, 2.53 ERA, 15 AP, 33 K, 17 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Colton Cowser (Cy Ranch HS, TX); INF Diego Davila (Klein Collins HS, TX); INF Jackson Loftin (Klein Collins HS, TX); RHP Will Duncan (Richardson HS, TX); LHP Matt Dillard (St. Pius X HS, TX); C Kyle Moos (Northeast Texas CC); RHP Cole Wesneski (Navarro College).

KEY LOSSES: INF Andrew Fregia (Drafted, First team All-SLC, .328, 11 HR, 12 2B, 49 RBI); INF Blake Chisolm (Drafted, .321, 8 HR, 12 2B, 33 RBI); P Dakota Mills (Drafted, SLC Reliever of Year, 15 SV, 3.04 ERA, 74 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Bearkats finished first in the Southland Conference regular season but only went 1-2 in the Conference tournament and was left out of the NCAA playoffs by the selection committee. Seven position player starters are back along with three key pitchers. Headliners include RHP Hayden Wesneski (7-3, 3.50 ERA, 67 K, 30 BB), LHP Seth Ballew (6-1, 3.00 ERA, 57 K, 29 BB), RHP Nick Mikolajchak (6-5, 2 SV, 4.19 ERA, 54 K, 23 BB) and 1B Hunter Hearn (.294, 9 HR, 12 2B, 39 RBI). “Pitching will be the strength and backbone of our 2019 squad as we return almost every arm from our 2018 ball club, including all of our weekend rotation,” said Head Coach Matt Deggs. “We will go as far as our pitching will take us. Offensively, we are young but talented.”

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TUCSON, Ariz. — Here is how coaches voted in a special Collegiate Baseball pre-season poll of conference races in NCAA Division I along with projected conference Players of The Year and Players to Watch.

The conference finish last season is included as well as the 2018 final Rating Percentage Index computer ranking by the NCAA. America East

Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Hartford (1) 148 2. Stony Brook (T-4) 181 3. UMass Lowell (2) 178 4. Maine (T-4) 220 5. Md.-Balt. County (3) 233 6. Albany (6) 253 7. Binghamton (7) 221Projected Pitcher Of Year♦LHP Nick Dombkowski, Hartford

(6-5, 2.88 ERA, 71 K, 27 BB)Projected Players Of Year♦SS Nick Grande, Stony Brook (.377, 6 HR, 18 2B, 28 RBI, 32 SB)♦OF Ashton Bardzell, Hartford (.308, 10 HR, 9 2B, 41 RBI, 9 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦3B Zach Ardito, Hartford (.295, 12 2B, 29 RBI, 10 SB)♦SS Jackson Olson, Hartford (.303, 1 HR, 14 2B, 22 RBI)♦RHP Nate Florence, Hartford (4-5, 3.78 ERA, 93 K, 28 BB)♦Relief Drew Farkas, Hartford (1 SV, 7-3, 3.15 ERA, 27 AP, 42 K)♦1B Chris Hamilton, Stony Brook (.263, 6 HR, 11 2B, 33 RBI)♦OF Mike Wilson, Stony Brook (.293, 4 HR, 20 2B, 40 RBI)♦RHP Greg Marino, Stony Brook (7-2, 4.53 ERA, 68 K, 25 BB)♦RHP Brian Herrmann, Stony Brook (5-7, 4.38 ERA, 50 K, 25 BB)♦Relief Adam Erickson, Stony Brook (Trans. Sacramento City College)♦LHP Jared Milch, Stony Brook (Trans. Coll. of San Mateo)♦RHP Nick Rand, UMass Lowell (3-3, 4 SV, 3.61 ERA, 18 AP, 46 K)♦1B Steve Passatempo, UMass Lowell (.304, 8 HR, 10 2B, 32 RBI)♦OF Cam Climo, UMass Lowell (.269, 2 HR, 11 2B, 43 RBI)♦3B Danny Casals, Maine (.304, 14 HR, 11 2B, 49 RBI)♦1B Hernan Sardinas, Maine (.308, 5 HR, 17 2B, 37 RBI)♦RHP Nick Siva, Maine (3-6, 6.10 ERA, 46 K, 27 BB)♦RHP Cody Laweryson, Maine (3-3, 3.42 ERA, 52 K, 9 BB)♦2B AJ Wright, Md.-Balt. County (.280, 3 HR, 20 2B, 30 RBI)♦RHP Max Goron, Md.-Balt. County (4-4, 6.90 ERA)♦LHP Andy Rozylowicz, Md.-Balt. Cty. (1-0, 1 SV, 4.31 ERA, 21 AP)♦Relief Stephen Schoch, Md.-Balt. Cty. (10 SV, 1.72 ERA, 24 AP)♦RHP Dom Savino, Albany (8-4, 3.63 ERA, 69 K, 32 BB)♦OF Pat Lagravinese, Albany (.305, 1 HR, 9 2B, 24 RBI, 3 SB)♦OF Marc Wangenstein, Albany (.260, 5 HR, 8 2B, 23 RBI, 11 SB)♦DH Kevin Donati, Albany (Injured, .327, 4 HR, 13 2B in 2017)♦1B Shane Marshall, Binghamton (.272, 4 2B, 10 RBI)♦OF Anthony Meduri, Binghamton (.274, 9 2B, 15 RBI, 6 SB)♦RHP Nick Gallagher, Binghamton (4-7, 4.52 ERA, 59 K, 31 BB)♦RHP Ben Anderson, Binghamton (3-2, 1.60 ERA, 15 AP, 24 K)♦Relief Rob Brown, Binghamton (4 SV, 1-1, 0.93 ERA, 13 AP, 23 K)

American Athletic Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. East Carolina (T-3) 16 2. Houston (1) 42 3. Connecticut (T-3) 20 4. Central Florida (5) 45 5. South Florida (2) 29 6. Wichita St. (7) 54 7. Tulane (8) 86 8. Cincinnati (6) 96 9. Memphis (9) 192Projected Pitcher Of Year♦LHP Mason Feole, Connecticut

(9-2, 2.50 ERA, 120 K, 49 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦OF Bryant Packard, East Carolina (.406, 14 HR, 16 2B, 50 RBI, 6 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦RHP Tyler Smith, East Carolina (7-1, 1 SV, 1.78 ERA, 34 K, 12 BB)♦RHP Jake Agnos, East Carolina (4-4, 1 SV, 4.10 ERA, 86 K, 38 BB)♦1B Spencer Brickhouse, East Carolina (.298, 10 HR, 16 2B, 50 RBI)♦UT Alec Burleson, East Carolina (5-2, 4 SV, 3.33 ERA, .251 BA)♦3B Jared Triolo, Houston (.344, 5 HR, 11 2B, 28 RBI, 18 SB)♦DH Joe Davis, Houston (.318, 13 HR, 18 2B, 62 RBI)♦1B Lael Lockhart, Houston (.297, 3 HR, 17 2B, 44 RBI)

How They Rank Across USANCAA Division I Pre-Season Look At Conference Races, Top Players

SS LOGAN DAVIDSON…Hit 15 HR For Clemson♦RHP Fred Villarreal, Houston (1-2, 4.43 ERA, 12 AP)♦RHP Carter Henry, Houston (5-1, 2.09 ERA, 28 AP, 51 K, 23 BB)♦RHP Devon Roedahl, Houston (Tran. San Jacinto JC, 9-3, 2.95 ERA)♦OF John Toppa, Connecticut (.283, 9 2B, 30 RBI, 11 SB)♦SS Anthony Prato, Connecticut (.324, 2 HR, 11 2B, 23 RBI, 18 SB)♦1B Chris Winkel, Connecticut (.270, 4 HR, 11 2B, 33 RBI)♦RHP Jeffrey Kersten, Connecticut (4-3, 4.66 ERA, 44 K, 23 BB)♦Relief Jake Wallace, Connecticut (3 SV, 1-0, 3.95 ERA, 28 AP, 63 K)♦LHP Chase Gardner, Connecticut (4-2, 4.00 ERA, 15 AP, 63 K)♦RHP Chris Williams, Central Florida (4-3, 2.81 ERA, 79 K, 17 BB)♦LHP Trevor Holloway, Central Florida (Trans. Chipola College)♦OF Ray Alejo, Central Florida (.299, 14 2B, 34 RBI)♦2B Matthew Mika, Central Florida (.276, 4 HR, 9 2B, 27 RBI)♦1B Joe Genord, South Florida (.306, 16 HR, 11 2B, 53 RBI)♦OF Kyle Phillips, South Florida (.333, 5 HR, 13 2B, 22 RBI)♦OF Chris Chatfield, South Florida (.252, 4 HR, 11 2B, 30 RBI)♦RHP Collin Sullivan, South Florida (3-1, 3.80 ERA, 66 K, 32 BB)♦RHP Alec Wisely, South Florida (3-0, 3.61 ERA, 52 K, 15 BB)♦DH Jordan Santos, South Florida (Trans. Miami Dade College, .356 BA)♦Relief Nelson Alvarez, South Florida (Trans. Miami Dade College, All-Conf.)♦2B Luke Ritter, Wichita St. (.341, 6 HR, 12 2B, 31 RBI)♦SS Jordan Boyer, Wichita St. (.248, 3 HR, 9 2B, 20 RBI)♦RHP Clayton McGinness, Wichita St. (2-0, 4.93 ERA, 34 AP, 38 K, 12 BB)♦RHP Liam Eddy, Wichita St. (7-4, 3.84 ERA, 48 K, 20 BB)♦RHP Tommy Barnhouse, Wichita St. (3-2, 2.96 ERA, 31 K, 5 BB)♦Relief Alex Segal, Wichita St. (0-0, 3.80 ERA, 14 AP, 30 K, 12 BB)♦3B Kody Hoese, Tulane (.291, 5 HR, 13 2B, 34 RBI)♦1B Trevor Jensen, Tulane (.306, 9 HR, 12 2B, 35 RBI)♦2B Jonathon Artigues, Tulane (.303, 3 HR, 16 2B, 38 RBI, 10 SB)♦RHP Kaleb Roper, Tulane (5-5, 4.48 ERA, 59 K, 36 BB)♦RHP Keagan Gillies, Tulane (6-6, 3.36 ERA, 57 K, 31 BB)♦RHP Trent Johnson, Tulane (4-3,. 4.86 ERA, 42 K, 25 BB)♦OF AJ Bumpass, Cincinnati (.249, 6 HR, 9 2B, 27 RBI)♦1B Cole Murphy, Cincinnati (.197, 9 HR, 8 2B, 33 RBI)♦RHP AJ Kullman, Cincinnati (1-3, 4.71 ERA, 34 K, 22 BB, 1 SV)♦LHP Garrett Schoenle, Cincinnati (1-0, 3.00 ERA, 2 SV, 13 K, 9 BB)♦SS Alec Trela, Memphis (.229, 7 HR, 13 2B, 39 RBI)♦1B Kyle Ouellette, Memphis (.264, 3 HR, 7 2B, 31 RBI)♦LHP Hunter Smith, Memphis (3-2, 3.08 ERA, 63 K, 15 BB)♦LHP Danny Denz, Memphis (1-3, 4.63 ERA, 45 K, 36 BB)♦LHP Alex Smith, Memphis (0-1, 6.23 ERA, 21 K, 15 BB)

Atlantic Coast Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI (Atlantic Division) 1. Louisville (3) 21 2. Florida St. (4) 11 3. Clemson (1) 13 4. NC State (2) 24 5. Wake Forest (5) 71 6. Notre Dame (6) 102 7. Boston College (7) 172 (Coastal Division) 1. North Carolina (1) 5 2. Georgia Tech. (4) 56 3. Duke (2) 14 4. Miami, Fla. (3) 65 5. Virginia (5) 83 6. Pittsburgh (6) 108 7. Virginia Tech. (7) 146Projected Pitcher Of Year♦LHP Graeme Stinson, Duke

(5-1, 1.89 ERA, 98 K, 19 BB)♦LHP Drew Parrish, Florida St. (5-1, 2.52 ERA, 128 K, 37 BB)

Projected Player Of Year♦SS Will Wilson, N.C. State (.307, 15 HR, 16 2B, 53 RBI)♦SS Logan Davidson, Clemson (.292, 15 HR, 18 2B, 46 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦SS Tyler Fitzgerald, Louisville (.264, 3 HR, 17 2B, 24 RBI, 23 SB)♦1B Logan Wyatt, Louisville (.339, 6 HR, 22 2B, 69 RBI)♦OF Jake Snider, Louisville (.300, 2 HR, 12 2B, 32 RBI, 24 SB)♦LHP Nick Bennett, Louisville (8-2, 2.84 ERA, 72 K, 27 BB)♦RHP Bobby Miller, Louisville (6-1, 2.97 ERA, 55 K, 21 BB)♦LHP Reid Detmers, Louisville (4-2, 4.85 ERA, 69 K, 34 BB)♦Relief Bryan Hoeing, Louisville (7-2, 2.88 ERA, 24 AP, 51 K, 25 BB)♦RHP Shay Smiddy, Louisville (5-1, 3 SV, 2.96 ERA, 23 AP, 56 K)♦3B Drew Mendoza, Florida St. (.313, 7 HR, 17 2B, 44 RBI)♦SS Mike Salvatore, Florida St. (.244, 1 HR, 8 2B, 27 RBI)♦OF Reese Albert, Florida St. (.268, 7 HR, 8 2B, 34 RBI)♦RHP C.J. Van Eyk, Florida St. (7-0, 2.86 ERA, 71 K, 30 BB)♦Relief Jonah Scolaro, Florida St. (6 SV, 3.43 ERA, 27 AP, 60 K)♦OF Michael Busch, North Carolina (.317, 13 HR, 10 2B, 63 RBI)♦SS Ike Freeman, North Carolina (.305, 3 HR, 5 2B, 51 RBI)♦RHP Gianluca Dalatri, North Carolina (2-2, 3.33 ERA, 31 K, 7 BB)♦RHP Austin Bergner, North Carolina (7-3, 4.25 ERA, 84 K, 34 BB)♦RHP Tyler Baum, North Carolina (4-1, 4.57 ERA, 74 K, 32 BB)♦Relief Caden O’Brien, North Carolina (7-0, 2.63 ERA, 30 AP, 52 K, 27 BB)♦Relief Joey Lancellotti, North Carolina (1 SV, 3-3, 3.97 ERA, 28 AP, 43 K)♦UT Tristin English, Georgia Tech. (.279, 6 HR, 17 2B, 60 RBI, 1 SV, 2-4)♦C Kyle McCann, Georgia Tech. (.300, 15 HR, 10 2B, 45 RBI)♦SS Austin Wilhite, Georgia Tech. (.249, 6 HR, 13 2B, 30 RBI)♦RHP Xzavion Curry, Georgia Tech. (8-4, 4.18 ERA, 101 K, 23 BB)♦LHP Connor Thomas, Georgia Tech. (7-4, 3.34 ERA, 106 K, 10 BB)♦Relief Andy Archer, Georgia Tech. (3 SV, 4-0, 3.64 ERA, 41 K)♦RHP Brooks Crawford, Clemson (8-2, 3.24 ERA, 58 K, 18 BB)♦LHP Jacob Hennessy, Clemson (4-3, 3.91 ERA, 54 K, 14 BB)♦Relief Carson Spiers, Clemson (4 SV, 2-2, 2.08 ERA, 29 AP, 39 K)♦C Kyle Wilkie, Clemson (.324, 5 HR, 10 2B, 40 RBI)♦C Patrick Bailey, NC State (.321, 13 HR, 8 2B, 40 RBI)♦1B Evan Edwards, NC State

(.297, 15 HR, 5 2B, 48 RBI)♦RHP Reid Johnston, NC State (7-1, 3.06 ERA, 49 K, 15 BB)♦RHP Dalton Feeney, NC State (Big arm coming off TJ surgery)♦Relief Kent Klyman, NC State (4 SV, 8-2, 2.34 ERA, 31 AP, 67 K)♦RHP Alec Barger, NC State (Trans. Polk St. JC, 7-3, 86 K)♦LHP Adam Laskey, Duke (6-4, 5.47 ERA, 61 K, 38 BB)♦RHP Bryce Jarvis, Duke (5-1, 2.45 ERA, 67 K, 22 BB)♦RHP Ben Gross, Duke (Princeton, NJ, 34th round draft)♦2B Joey Loperfido, Duke (.315, 6 HR, 11 2B, 43 RBI, 16 SB)♦OF Kennie Taylor, Duke (.283, 6 HR, 13 2B, 36 RBI)♦RHP Evan McKendry, Miami (Fla.) (7-6, 3.52 ERA, 114 K, 33 BB)♦Relief Greg Veliz, Miami (Fla.) (0-1, 3.12 ERA, 26 K, 14 BB)♦RHP Tyler Keysor, Miami (Fla.) (Trans. Eastern St., 2.32 ERA, 80 K)♦SS Freddy Zamora, Miami (Fla.) (.303, 1 HR, 12 2B, 28 RBI, 20 SB)♦OF Cameron Simmons, Virginia (Injured last season)♦1B Nate Eikoff, Virginia (.290, 3 HR, 9 2B, 36 RBI)♦SS Tanner Morris, Virginia (.298, 2 HR, 9 2B, 20 RBI)♦RHP Noah Murdock, Virginia (2-2, 5.40 ERA, 13 K, 4 BB)♦RHP Evan Sperling, Virginia (2-0, 3.64 ERA, 43 K, 13 BB)♦Relief Andrew Abbott, Virginia (6 SV, 3-4, 3.18 ERA, 24 AP, 78 K)♦2B Jake Mueller, Wake Forest (.303, 2 HR, 5 2B, 20 RBI, 18 SB)♦1B Bobby Seymour, Wake Forest (.286, 7 HR, 12 2B, 32 RBI)♦OF DJ Poteet, Wake Forest (.255, 9 HR, 7 2B, 28 RBI)♦OF Chris Lanzilli, Wake Forest (.268, 9 HR, 13 2B, 33 RBI)♦RHP Colin Peluse, Wake Forest (6-2, 3.87 ERA, 63 K, 26 BB)♦OF Eric Gilgenbach, Notre Dame (.270, 10 HR, 11 2B, 45 RBI)♦1B Daniel Jung, Notre Dame (.274, 3 HR, 13 2B, 16 RBI)♦LHP Tommy Sheehan, Notre Dame (2-4, 5.74 ERA, 27 K, 41 BB)♦Relief Cole Kmet, Notre Dame (8 SV, 2-5, 5./05 ERA, 26 AP, 39 K)♦1B Ron Washington, Jr., Pittsburgh (.284, 6 HR, 7 2B, 33 RBI)♦SS David Yanni, Pittsburgh (.231, 5 HR, 9 2B, 36 RBI)♦RHP Dan Hammer, Pittsburgh (2-6, 6.79 ERA, 58 K, 35 BB)♦RHP Derek West, Pittsburgh (3-4, 3.24 ERA, 47 K, 24 BB)♦OF Chris Galland, Boston College (.316, 10 2B, 18 RBI, 28 SB)♦1B Jack Cunningham, Boston Coll. (.243, 9 2B, 34 RBI)♦C Gian Martellini, Boston College (.230, 4 HR, 9 2B, 30 RBI)♦LHP Dan Metzdorf, Boston College

(1-8, 5.74 ERA, 61 K, 30 BB)♦Relief Thomas Lane, Boston College (3 SV, 3-5, 4.53 ERA, 30 AP, 27 K)♦LHP Ian Seymour, Virginia Tech. (3-3, 4.17 ERA, 70 K, 29 BB)♦C Luke Horanski, Virginia Tech. (.314, 4 HR, 13 2B, 27 RBI)♦2B Jack Owens, Virginia Tech. (.266, 2 HR, 8 2B, 23 RBI, 11 SB)♦OF Nick Menken, Virginia Tech. (.246, 4 HR, 8 2B, 30 RBI)

Atlantic Sun Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Stetson (1) 7 2. Jacksonville (2) 23 3. Kennesaw St. (3) 125 4. Florida Gulf Coast (7) 84 5. North Florida (4) 115 6. Liberty (New) 130 7. Lipscomb (T-5) 176 8. N.J. Inst. of Tech. (T-5) 154 9. North Alabama (New) NoneProjected Pitcher Of Year♦Relief Chris Mauloni, Jacksonville

(20 SV, 3-2, 2.53 ERA, 28 AP, 48 K)♦LHP Mitchell Senger, Stetson

(9-2, 2.51 ERA, 114 K, 28 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦3B Richie Garcia, Fla. Gulf Coast (.324, 7 HR, 17 2B, 50 RBI, 7 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦RHP Robbie Peto, Stetson (Trans. State Coll. of Fla.-Manatee)♦SS Jorge Arenas, Stetson (.233, 4 HR, 11 2B, 39 RBI, 10 SB)♦OF Jacob Koos, Stetson (.291, 3 HR, 14 2B, 34 RBI, 23 SB)♦3B Jonathan Meola, Stetson (.266, 1 HR, 10 2B, 27 RBI)♦3B Angel Camacho, Jacksonville (.329, 5 HR, 12 2B, 58 RBI)♦2B Scott Dubrule, Jacksonville (.348, 11 2B, 54 RBI)♦RHP Tyler Santana, Jacksonville (10-2, 3.76 ERA, 58 K, 30 BB)♦RHP Zach Bryant, Jacksonville (Trans. Daytona St. College)♦SS Tyler Simon, Kennesaw St. (.311, 3 HR, 11 2B, 26 RBI)♦1B Jake Franklin, Kennesaw St. (.282, 7 HR, 10 2B, 34 RBI)♦OF Terence Norman, Kennesaw St. (.333, 2 HR, 7 2B, 32 RBI)♦RHP Brooks Buckler, Kennesaw St. (4-4, 3.31 ERA, 48 K, 21 BB)♦LHP Josh Coburn, Kennesaw St. (Trans. Jackson St. C.C., TN)♦C/OF Alex Brait, Florida Gulf Coast (.335, 5 HR, 5 2B, 27 RBI)♦DH Kohl Gilmore, Florida Gulf Coast (.282, 11 HR, 14 2B, 43 RBI)♦SS Christian Proffitt, Fla. Gulf Coast (.284, 0 HR, 4 2B, 25 RBI)♦OF Tanner Murphy, North Florida (.326, 10 HR, 12 2B, 37 RBI)♦RHP Brad Deppermann, North Florida (2-4, 5 SV, 4.30 ERA, 63 K, 19 BB)♦RHP Garret Price, Liberty

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(7-4, 3.99 ERA, 75 K, 22 BB)♦3B Tyler Galazin, Liberty (.286, 4 HR, 9 2B, 39 RBI)♦SS Cam Locklear, Liberty (.258, 4 HR, 10 2B, 39 RBI)♦OF Maddux Houghton, Lipscomb (.265, 3 HR, 11 2B, 23 RBI, 10 SB)♦LHP Noah Thompson, Lipscomb (4-4, 3.02 ERA, 26 K, 24 BB)♦1B Julio Marcano, N.J. Inst. of Tech. (.352, 14 2B, 19 RBI, 7 SB)♦RHP Sean Lubreski, N.J. Inst. of Tech. (4-5, 3.86 ERA, 39 K, 25 BB)♦OF Kevin Brenning, North Alabama (.330, 8 2B, 13 RBI, 6 SB)♦2B Davis Elliott, North Alabama (.252, 3 HR, 9 2B, 25 RBI, 16 SB)♦Relief Josh Stillman, North Alabama (1 SV, 1-0, 1.94 ERA, 14 AP, 35 K)♦LHP Chase Best, North Alabama (Trans. Lawson St. C.C., AL)

Atlantic 10 Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. St. Louis (1) 95 2. Va. Commonwealth (T-5) 129

3. Davidson (T-5) 99 4. Fordham (T-2) 116 5. Dayton (9) 184 6. George Mason (T-2) 174 7. Richmond (4) 117 8. George Washington (T-7) 103 9. Rhode Island (T-7) 10610. St. Joseph’s (10) 22711. St. Bonaventure (11) 27712. Massachusetts (12) 25913. La Salle (13) 283Projected Pitcher Of Year♦Relief Lane Looney, Richmond

(8 SV, 1-0, 0.60 ERA, 23 AP, 51 K)Projected Player Of Year♦DH Dominic D’Alessandro, G. Wash. (.318, 9 HR, 15 2B, 47 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦OF Jake Garella, St. Louis (.352, 2 HR, 14 2B, 47 RBI)♦C Ryan Hernandez, St. Louis (.211, 5 HR, 5 2B, 15 RBI)♦RHP Drew Reveno, St. Louis (10-2, 2.13 ERA, 52 K, 29 BB)♦RHP Jackson Wark, St. Louis (9-2, 3.80 ERA, 80 K, 38 BB)♦RHP Connor Lehmann, St. Louis (2-1, 2 SV, 3.04 ERA, 46 K, 19 BB)♦Relief Ryan Lefner, St. Louis (7 SV, 3.86 ERA, 23 AP, 45 K)♦OF Tyler Reichenborn, St. Louis (Trans. Iowa Western JC)♦SS Zac Ching, Va. Commonwealth (.266, 2 HR, 4 2B, 30 RBI)♦3B Paul Witt, Va. Commonwealth (.277, 2 HR, 8 2B, 43 RBI)♦RHP Connor Gillispie, Va. Common. (7-3, 2.57 ERA, 97 K, 20 BB)♦RHP Sam Ryan, Va. Commonwealth (4-2, 4.14 ERA, 68 K, 28 BB)♦Relief Mac McCarty, Va. Common. (16 SV, 1-1, 3.26 ERA, 30 AP 36 K)♦C Eric Jones, Davidson (.333, 11 HR, 14 2B, 60 RBI)♦OF Alex Mardiney, Davidson (.272, 2 HR, 11 2B, 28 RBI, 9 SB)♦OF Justin Lebek, Davidson (.258, 11 HR, 10 2B, 39 RBI)♦1B Brett Centracchio, Davidson (.263, 10 HR, 4 2B, 40 RBI, 7 SB)♦RHP Allen Barry, Davidson (8-2, 3.83 ERA, 75 K, 24 BB)♦Relief Casey Sutherland, Davidson (6 SV, 2-1, 2.47 ERA, 21 AP, 33 K)♦Relief Kyle Martin, Fordham (10 SV, 3-2, 1.62 ERA, 30 AP, 56 K)♦Relief Alvin Melendez, Fordham (5 SV, 2-1, 3.50 ERA, 14 AP, 22 K)♦RHP Anthony DiMeglio, Fordham (8-3, 3.40 ERA, 95 K, 27 BB)♦C Justin Bardwell, Fordham (.284, 20 2B, 36 RBI)♦SS Jake MacKenzie, Fordham (.291, 8 HR, 10 2B, 42 RBI, 34 SB)♦OF Billy Godrick, Fordham (.259, 5 HR, 12 2B, 25 RBI, 27 SB)♦OF Alvin Melendez, Fordham (.294, 12 2B, 16 RBI, 26 SB)♦SS Pat Meehan, Dayton (.272, 6 HR, 16 2B, 31 RBI, 14 SB)♦OF Connor Echols, Dayton (.293, 6 HR, 5 2B, 34 RBI, 7 SB)♦OF Mitchell Garrity, Dayton (.267, 4 HR, 10 2B, 27 RBI, 15 SB)♦RHP Aaron Ernst, Dayton (3-5, 5.02 ERA, 42 K, 23 BB)♦C Logan Driscoll, George Mason (.342, 4 HR, 13 2B, 37 RBI, 10 SB)♦3B Greg Popatak, George Mason (.282, 5 HR, 15 2B, 22 RBI)♦RHP Jared Dicesare, George Mason (6-5, 3.33 ERA, 71 K, 15 BB)♦LHP Brian Marconi, George Mason (0-1, 4.76 ERA, 18 K, 10 BB)♦OF DJ Lee, Richmond (.251, 3 HR, 6 2B, 31 RBI, 19 SB)♦3B Tyler Plantier, Richmond (.291, 5 HR, 14 2B, 21 RBI)♦RHP Tim Miller, Richmond (5-3, 3.13 ERA, 63 K, 29 BB)♦UT Steven Barmakian, Geo. Wash. (.310, 8 2B, 27 RBI, 14 SB)♦RHP Elliott Raimo, George Wash. (3-4, 2.76 ERA, 72 K, 14 BB)♦RHP Nathan Woods, George Wash. (5-3, 3.18 ERA, 59 K, 30 BB)♦RHP Jaret Edwards, George Wash. (5-2, 1 SV, 3.28 ERA, 17 AP, 45 K)♦LHP Tyler Wilson, Rhode Island (3-6, 3.18 ERA, 66 K, 21 BB)♦RHP Vitaly Jangols, Rhode Island (3-4, 4.66 ERA, 31 K, 9 BB)♦Relief Cam LeFleur, Rhode Island (1 SV, 2-1, 3.62 ERA, 17 AP)♦C Sonny Ulliana, Rhode Island (.295, 3 HR, 5 2B, 19 RBI)♦3B Laurence Hill, Rhode Island (.225, 7 2B, 20 RBI, 10 SB)

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RHP PATRICK FREDRICKSON…9-0, 1.80 ERA, 73 Strikeouts For Minnesota

♦OF Charlie Concannon, St. Joseph’s (.317, 5 HR, 11 2B, 29 RBI)♦RHP Matt Kennedy, St. Joseph’s (1-4, 5.24 ERA, 34 K, 14 BB)♦Relief Ryan Devine, St. Joseph’s (0-2, 2.63ERA, 19 AP)♦3B Jeff Palczewski, St. Bonaventure (.282, 9 2B, 19 RBI, 6 SB)♦OF Sam Fuller, St. Bonaventure (.282, 2 2B, 7 RBI, 13 SB)♦RHP Ben Contento, St. Bonaventure (1-3, 6.35 ERA, 38 K, 16 BB)♦RHP Justin Lasko, Massachusetts (5-4, 2.52 ERA, 63 K, 20 BB)♦Relief Casey Aubin, Massachusetts (4 SV, 2-0, 4.50 ERA, 19 AP, 31 K)♦2B Ed Hart, Massachusetts (.298, 4 HR, 11 2B, 20 RBI)♦OF Nolan Kessinger, Massachusetts (.285, 6 2B, 27 RBI)♦1B Ben Faso, La Salle (.347, 3 HR, 17 2B, 36 RBI, 9 SB)♦OF Ryan Guckin, La Salle (.254, 4 HR, 12 2B, 21 RBI)♦RHP Mike Anthony, La Salle (3-1, 5.85 ERA, 21 K)♦Relief C.J. Pruitt, La Salle (1 SV, 1-2, 1.56 ERA, 7 AP, 13 K)

Big East Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. St. John’s (1) 33 2. Seton Hall (2) 70 3. Butler (3) 120 4. Creighton (T-4) 62 5. Georgetown (T-4) 191 6. Xavier (6) 159 7. Villanova (7) 281Projected Pitchers Of Year♦RHP Rick Devito, Seton Hall

(6-3, 1.88 ERA, 67 K, 22 BB)♦RHP Sean Mooney, St. John’s

(11-3, 2.56 ERA, 104 K, 28 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦OF Will Robertson, Creighton (.333, 12 HR, 17 2B, 59 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦LHP Jeff Belge, St. John’s (6-4, 2.84 ERA, 79 K, 40 BB)♦Relief Gavin Hollowell, St. John’s (3-0, 2.16 ERA, 34 K, 10 BB)♦C Wyatt Mascarella, St. John’s (.340, 5 HR, 14 2B, 29 RBI)♦LHP Tyler Burnham, Seton Hall (4-1, 4.82 ERA, 24 K)♦RHP Noah Thompson, Seton Hall (1-2, 3.51 ERA, 40 K, 20 BB)♦Relief Blake Espinal, Seton Hall (0-0, 2.08 ERA, 15 AP)♦1B Matt Toke, Seton Hall (.299, 3 HR, 8 2B, 20 RBI)♦OF Tyler Shedler-McAvoy, Seton Hall (.298, 4 2B, 19 RBI, 15 SB)♦DH Sebastiano Santorelli, Seton Hall (.264, 12 2B, 29 RBI)♦RHP Ryan Pepiot, Butler (6-0, 2.62 ERA, 101 K, 32 BB)♦Relief Jack Pilcher, Butler (10 SV, 2.75 ERA, 20 AP, 28 K)♦OF Kyle Smith, Butler (Trans. Mississippi College)♦OF Harrison Freed, Butler (.240, 4 HR, 12 2B, 37 RBI)♦RHP Evan Johnson, Creighton (2-1, 6.08, 8 K, 9 BB)♦RHP Mitch Ragan, Creighton (6-4, 3.74 ERA, 64 K, 36 BB)♦Relief Bobby Kametas, Creighton (7 SV, 3.54 ERA, 18 AP, 19 K)♦2B Isaac Collins, Creighton (.266, 11 2B, 24 RBI, 12 SB)♦SS Eddie McCabe, Georgetown (.297, 2 HR, 12 2B, 36 RBI)♦OF Ryan Davis, Georgetown (.303, 12 2B, 36 RBI, 18 SB)♦LHP Brent Killam, Georgetown (6-4, 3.06 ERA, 97 K, 26 BB)♦Relief Nick Morreale, Georgetown (2 SV, 2-5, 4.69 ERA, 21 AP, 59 K)♦OF/RHP Allbry Major, Xavier (.291, 2 HR, 9 2B, 21 RBI)♦INF Conor Grammes, Xavier (.330, 10 HR, 7 2B, 27 RBI)♦INF Chris Givin, Xavier (.342, 4 HR, 13 2B, 6 3B, 45 RBI)♦RHP Matt Kent, Xavier (4-2, 4.48 ERA, 52 K)♦1B Ryan Toohers, Villanova (.298, 5 HR, 14 2B, 31 RBI)♦OF Tyler Bruno, Villanova (.241, 1 HR, 10 2B, 21 RBI)

Big South Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI

1. High Point (2) 113 2. Campbell (1) 109 3. Winthrop (4) 199 4. Radford (T-5) 213 5. Gardner-Webb (T-5) 167 6. S.C. Upstate (New) 230 7. Charleston Southern (7) 254 8. Longwood (8) 264 9. Presbyterian (T-9) 27610. N.C. Asheville (T-9) 262Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Andrew Gottfried, High Point

(6-5, 3.28 ERA, 72 K, 20 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦OF Matthew Barefoot, Campbell (.364, 8 HR, 18 2B, 32 RBI, 33 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦SS Conner Dunbar, High Point (.257, 3 HR, 6 2B, 29 RBI)♦C Daniel Millwee, High Point (.292, 5 HR, 10 2B, 30 RBI)♦RHP Joe Johnson, High Point (4-0, 4.42 ERA, 26 K, 12 BB)♦Relief Jonny Vizcaino, High Point (5-2, 2.45 ERA, 28 K)♦RHP Michael Horrell, Campbell (6-4, 3.75 ERA, 32 K)♦Relief Tyson Messer, Campbell (8 SV, 4.72 ERA, 27 AP, 28 K)♦C Zack Minnick, Campbell (.222, 6 HR, 9 2B, 28 RBI)♦RHP Zach Peek, Winthrop (6-5, 3.74 ERA, 99 K, 24 BB)♦RHP Nate Pawelczyk, Winthrop (7-6, 3.77 ERA, 77 K, 37 BB)♦Relief Dalton Whitaker, Winthrop (6 SV, 4.31 ERA, 26 AP, 25 K)♦OF Matt Mulkey, Winthrop (.304, 5 HR, 16 2B, 22 RBI)♦SS Colby Higgerson, Radford (.254, 8 2B, 28 RBI)♦OF Spencer Horwitz, Radford (.288, 7 HR, 13 2B, 43 RBI)♦3B Matthew Roth, Radford (.287, 6 HR, 11 2B, 37 RBI)♦1B JD Mundy, Radford (Trans. Virginia Tech.)♦LHP Zack Ridgely, Radford (Injured last season)♦RHP Jordan Marks, S.C. Upstate (2-6, 6.40 ERA, 36 K, 16 BB)♦3B Jake Bourke, S.C. Upstate (.284, 2 2B, 16 RBI)♦SS Jason Matthews, S.C. Upstate (Trans. Southeastern C.C., IA)♦OF Josh Litchfield, Charleston So. (.273, 2 HR, 6 2B, 14 RBI, 6 SB)♦LHP Cody Maw, Charleston So. (3-2, 3.52 ERA, 49 K, 17 BB)♦2B Nate Blakeney, Longwood (.260, 2 HR, 10 2B, 26 RBI)♦SS Antwaun Tucker, Longwood (.227, 2 HR, 10 2B, 30 RBI, 19 SB)♦RHP Tyler Morgan, Longwood (4-3, 4.91 ERA, 58 K, 33 BB)♦2B Jonathan White, Presbyterian (.358, 8 HR, 10 2B, 39 RBI)♦OF Nick Guimbarda, Presbyterian (.308, 6 HR, 8 2B, 23 RBI)♦OF Zacchaeus Rasberry, Presbyterian (Trans. Louisburg C.C., NC)♦Relief Colt Springs, Presbyterian (2 SV, 2-3, 3.34 ERA, 15 AP, 44 K)♦LHP Jake Rice, Presbyterian (Trans. Gulf Coast C.C., FL)

Big Ten Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Minnesota (1) 12 2. Illinois (4) 50 3. Michigan (3) 63 4. Indiana (5) 34 5. Purdue (2) 40 6. Iowa (6) 78 7. Ohio St. (7) 46 8. Nebraska (10) 105 9. Michigan St. (8) 19310. Maryland (9) 10411. Rutgers (11) 16612. Northwestern (12) 23213. Penn St. (13) 240Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Patrick Fredrickson, Minnesota

(9-0, 1.80 ERA, 73 K, 27 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦OF Matt Gorski, Indiana (.356, 8 HR, 14 2B, 40 RBI, 24 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦Relief Max Meyer, Minnesota (16 SV, 2.06 ERA, 26 AP, 54 K)♦RHP Brett Schulze, Minnesota (9-0, 2.09 ERA, 22 AP, 47 K)♦LHP Nick Lackney, Minnesota (4-2, 5.48 ERA, 47 K, 15 BB)♦C Eli Wilson, Minnesota

(.289, 5 HR, 9 2B, 37 RBI)♦1B Cole McDevitt, Minnesota (.271, 9 HR, 9 2B, 46 RBI)♦SS Jordan Kozicky, Minnesota (.271, 5 HR, 13 2B, 38 RBI)♦LHP Tommy Henry, Michigan (7-3, 3.09 ERA, 77 K, 26 BB)♦RHP Karl Kauffmann, Michigan (6-3, 3.08 ERA, 78 K, 32 BB)♦1B Jesse Franklin, Michigan (.327, 10 HR, 11 2B, 47 RBI)♦2B Ako Thomas, Michigan (.272, 10 2B, 22 RBI, 15 SB)♦2B Michael Massey, Illinois (.326, 6 HR, 17 2B, 46 RBI)♦SS Ben Troike, Illinois (.299, 4 HR, 8 2B, 30 RBI, 10 SB)♦OF Zac Taylor, Illinois (.226, 10 HR, 12 2B, 37 RBI, 10 SB)♦RHP Quinn Snarskis, Illinois (6-1, 2.84 ERA, 34 K, 26 BB)♦LHP Andy Fisher, Illinois (6-3, 3.96 ERA, 64 K, 38 BB)♦Relief Ryan Thompson, Illinois (8-3, 2.72 ERA, 24 AP, 44 K)♦RHP Pauly Milto, Indiana (8-2, 2.03 ERA, 66 K, 24 BB)♦UT Matt Lloyd, Indiana (7 SV, 4-2, 1.54 ERA, .275, 9 HR)♦1B Scotty Bradley, Indiana (.326, 7 HR, 6 2B, 19 RBI, 1 SB)♦C Ryan Fineman, Indiana (.284, 7 HR, 11 2B, 37 RBI)♦OF Logan Kaletha, Indiana (.261, 8 HR, 11 2B, 31 RBI, 14 SB)♦OF Skyler Hunter, Purdue (.333, 1 HR, 13 2B, 39 RBI, 11 SB)♦OF Ben Nisle, Purdue (.304, 7 HR, 12 2B, 43 RBI)♦RHP Dalton Parker, Purdue (5-0, 3.21 ERA, 18 AP, 22 K)♦LHP Ryan Beard, Purdue (5-3, 4.26 ERA, 45 K, 25 BB)♦RHP Cole McDonald, Iowa (3-2, 3.23 ERA, 52 K, 17 BB)♦LHP Jack Dreyer, Iowa (5-2, 3.69 ERA, 42 K, 15 BB)♦OF Chris Whelan, Iowa (.308, 4 HR, 4 2B, 10 RBI)♦2B Mitchell Boe, Iowa (.266, 10 2B, 23 RBI)♦3B Lorenzo Elion, Iowa (.275, 2 HR, 3 2B, 27 RBI)♦DH Izaya Fullard, Iowa (Trans. Kirkwood C.C., IA, .470, 7 HR)♦OF Dominic Canzone, Ohio St. (.323, 4 HR, 18 2B, 35 RBI, 15 SB)♦1B Conner Pohl, Ohio St. (.279, 7 HR, 5 2B, 49 RBI)♦Relief Chad Luensmann, Nebraska (Injured last season)♦RHP Matt Waldron, Nebraska (6-4, 4.26 ERA, 61 K, 12 BB)♦C Luke Roskam, Nebraska (.269, 5 HR, 13 2B, 46 RBI)♦SS Angelo Altavilla, Nebraska (.228, 5 HR, 3 2B, 28 RBI)♦SS Marty Bechina, Michigan St. (.247, 6 HR, 9 2B, 23 RBI)♦RHP Mason Erla, Michigan St. (6-4, 3.73 ERA, 57 K, 40 BB)♦Relief Mitchell Tyranski, Michigan St. (5 SV, 2-2, 2.42 ERA, 27 AP, 54 K)♦RHP Indigo Diaz, Michigan St. (Trans. Iowa Western C.C.)♦RHP Hunter Parsons, Maryland (5-2, 3.44 ERA, 62 K, 27 BB)♦LHP Tyler Blohm, Maryland (5-2, 4.10 ERA, 54 K, 27 BB)♦OF Randy Bednar, Maryland (.208, 6 HR, 7 2B, 15 RBI, 4 SB)♦SS A.J. Lee, Maryland (.232, 8 2B, 18 RBI, 12 SB)♦SS Dan DiGeorgio, Rutgers (.277, 9 2B, 25 RBI)♦OF Mike Nyisztor, Rutgers (.249, 6 2B, 31 RBI)♦LHP Harry Rutkowski, Rutgers (4-6, 5.34 ERA, 54 K, 32 BB)♦SS Jack Dunn, Northwestern (.314, 8 2B, 22 RBI, 21 SB)♦2B Alex Erro, Northwestern (.296, 3 HR, 10 2B, 29 RBI, 17 SB)♦1B Willie Bourbon, Northwestern (.275, 6 HR, 8 2B, 34 RBI)♦LHP Quinn Lavelle, Northwestern (4-5, 4.21 ERA, 43 K, 34 BB)♦C Ryan Sloniger, Penn St. (.306, 5 HR, 13 2B, 31 RBI)♦OF Jordan Bowersox, Penn St. (.276, 9 2B, 24 RBI)♦LHP Dante Biasi, Penn St. (3-6, 5.20 ERA, 51 K, 36 BB)

Big 12 Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Texas Tech. (3) 8 2. Texas (1) 19 3. Oklahoma St. (2) 36 4. Texas Christian (6) 57 5. Baylor (5) 35 6. Oklahoma (4) 43 7. West Virginia (7) 52 8. Kansas (8) 93 9. Kansas St. (9) 131Projected Pitchers Of Year♦LHP Cody Bradford, Baylor

(7-6, 2.51 ERA, 87 K, 26 BB)♦RHP Caleb Kilian, Texas Tech.

(9-2, 3.04 ERA, 59 K, 25 BB)♦LHP Nick Lodolo, Texas Christian

(7-4, 4.32 ERA, 93 K, 28 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦3B Josh Jung, Texas Tech. (.390, 12 HR, 17 2B, 78 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦OF Gabe Holt, Texas Tech. (.352, 6 HR, 13 2B, 41 RBI, 29 SB)♦1B Cameron Warren, Texas Tech. (.327, 10 HR, 15 2B, 53 RBI)♦LHP Erikson Lanning, Texas Tech. (Redshirt last season)♦Relief John McMillon, Texas Tech. (5-3, 4.01 ERA, 15 AP, 71 K, 47 BB)♦RHP Bryce Bonnin, Texas Tech. (Trans. Arkansas)

♦SS David Hamilton, Texas (.291, 6 HR, 7 2B, 37 RBI, 31 SB)♦3B Ryan Reynolds, Texas (.247, 4 HR, 16 2B, 37 RBI)♦2B Masen Hibbeler, Texas (.261, 4 HR, 15 2B, 30 RBI, 13 SB)♦OF Duke Ellis, Texas (.289, 4 2B, 27 RBI, 16 SB)♦C D.J. Petrinsky, Texas (.257, 9 HR, 10 2B, 29 RBI)♦RHP Blair Henley, Texas (6-7, 3.32 ERA, 64 K, 37 BB)♦RHP Matteo Bocchi, Texas (4-1, 3.05 ERA)♦RHP Coy Cobb, Texas (Freshman from Katy, Tex.)♦OF Colin Simpson, Oklahoma St. (.280, 18 HR, 13 2B, 51 RBI)♦OF Trevor Boone, Oklahoma St. (.270, 10 HR, 13 2B, 33 RBI)♦1B Christian Funk, Oklahoma St. (.245, 7 HR, 10 2B, 33 RBI)♦OF Carson McCusker, Oklahoma St. (.271, 8 HR, 8 2B, 18 RBI)♦RHP Jensen Elliott, Oklahoma St. (0-0, 5.06 ERA, 4 AP)♦RHP Logan Gragg, Oklahoma St. (Trans. Connors St. J.C., OK)♦RHP Jared Janczak, Texas Christian (1-1, 3.00 ERA, 41 K, 12 BB)♦Relief Cal. Coughlin, Texas Christian (3 SV, 2-2, 1.44 ERA, 27 AP, 22 K)♦LHP Brandon Williamson, TCU (Trans. North Iowa Area CC)♦OF Josh Watson, Texas Christian (.305, 8 HR, 10 2B, 32 RBI)♦2B Coby Boulware, Texas Christian (.278, 7 2B, 17 RBI, 24 SB)♦C Shea Langeliers, Baylor (.252, 11 HR, 18 2B, 44 RBI)♦3B Davis Wendzel, Baylor (.310, 8 HR, 22 2B, 49 RBI)♦OF Richard Cunningham, Baylor (.344, 9 HR, 14 2B, 38 RBI)♦RHP Hayden Kettler, Baylor (8-4, 3.81 ERA, 56 K, 36 BB)♦RHP Kyle Hill, Baylor (4-1, 2.62 ERA, 47 K, 32 BB)♦3B Brylie Ware, Oklahoma (.331, 20 2B, 41 RBI)♦SS Brandon Zaragoza, Oklahoma (.279, 8 2B, 28 RBI)♦RHP Nathan Wiles, Oklahoma (7-3, 3.54 ERA, 69 K, 17 BB)♦Relief Braidyn Fink, Oklahoma (1 SV, 1.71 ERA, 28 AP, 28 K)♦RHP Alek Manoah, West Virginia (3-5, 2 SV, 4.00 ERA, 60 K, 28 BB)♦RHP Kade Strowd, West Virginia (4-7, 5.74 ERA, 61 K, 36 BB)♦Relief Sam Kessler, West Virginia (4 SV, 4-0, 2.86 ERA, 25 AP, 32 K)♦OF Darius Hill, West Virginia (.329, 4 HR, 20 2B, 36 RBI)♦1B Marques Inman, West Virginia (.319, 6 HR, 20 2B, 40 RBI)♦2B James Cosentino, Kansas (.269, 7 HR, 9 2B, 24 RBI)♦RHP Ryan Zeferjahn, Kansas (8-5, 4.48 ERA, 100 K, 39 BB)♦UT Will Brennan, Kansas St. (.359, 13 2B, 23 RBI, 2-1, 3.86 ERA)♦RHP Kasey Ford, Kansas St. (5-2, 4.37 ERA, 45 K, 31 BB)

Big West Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Cal. St. Fullerton (1) 44 2. Long Beach St. (5) 112 3. U.C. Santa Barbara (7) 183 4. U.C. Irvine (T-3) 107 5. Cal. Poly (2) 128 6. Cal. St. Northridge (T-3) 119 7. Hawaii (6) 152 8. U.C. Davis (8) 212 9. U.C. Riverside (9) 231Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Andre Pallante, U.C. Irvine

(10-1, 1.60 ERA, 115 K, 30 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦CF Tommy Jew, U.C. Santa Barbara (Great D, 5 HR, 10 2B, 41 RBI, 12 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦C Daniel Cope, Cal. St. Fullerton (.280, 5 HR, 14 2B, 44 RBI)♦OF Mitchell Berryhill, Cal. St. Fullerton (.296, 8 2B, 23 RBI, 10 SB)♦SS Sahid Valenzuela, Cal. St. Fullerton (.272, 14 2B, 22 RBI)♦RHP Tanner Bibee, Cal. St. Fullerton (3-5, 3.86 ERA, 56 K, 18 BB)♦LHP Zak Baayoun, Long Beach St. (9-3, 3.58 ERA, 84 K, 24 BB)♦LHP Adam Seminaris, Long Beach St. (4-1, 0.38 ERA for Anchorage Bucs)♦C Chris Jimenez, Long Beach St. (.205, 9 2B, 32 RBI)♦OF Armani Smith, U.C. Santa Barbara (.224, 5 HR, 7 2B, 29 RBI)♦2B Andrew Martinez, U.C. Santa Barb. (.270, 7 HR, 9 2B, 28 RBI)♦LHP Jack Dashwood, U.C. Sant. Barb. (2-6, 5.27 ERA, 34 K, 9 BB)♦Ben Brecht, U.C. Santa Barbara (3-2, 5.09 ERA, 48 K, 13 BB)♦RHP Chris Lincoln, U.C. Santa Barb. (2-3, 3.49 ERA, 54 K, 27 BB)♦RHP Tanner Brubaker, U.C. Irvine (Saddleback J.C., Calif. JC Pitch of Yr)♦Relief Jordan Bocko, U.C. Irvine (8 SV, 5-2, 2.98 ERA, 25 AP, 47 K)♦SS Christian Koss, U.C. Irvine (.287, 9 2B, 17 RBI)♦OF Bradlee Beesley, Cal. Poly (.277, 3 HR, 12 2B, 33 RBI)♦1B Tate Samuelson, Cal. Poly (.280, 5 HR, 10 2B, 38 RBI)♦RHP Jarred Zill, Cal. Poly (Injured last season)♦RHP Darren Nelson, Cal. Poly (5-4, 4.79 ERA, 50 K, 33 BB)♦Relief Taylor Dollard, Cal. Poly (3 SV, 3-0, 2.43 ERA, 37 K, 11 BB)♦UT Jayson Newman, Ca. St. Northr.

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(3-2, 1 SV, 4.46 ERA, 31 K, 15 BB)♦RHP Walker Armstrong, Ca. St. Northr. (3-4, 3.39 ERA, 62 K, 26 BB)♦LHP Isaiah Nunez, Cal. St. Northridge (1-2, 2 SV, 3.65 ERA, 46 K, 11 BB)♦SS Brandon Bohning, Cal. St. Northr. (.260, 4 HR, 10 2B, 26 RBI)♦RHP Dylan Thomas, Hawaii (14 SV, 3-2, 1.85 ERA, 39 AP, 43 K)♦Relief Aaron Davenport, Hawaii (Cedarcrest H.S., WA, 107 K, 18 BB)♦OF Adam Fogel, Hawaii (.296, 8 HR, 17 2B, 37 RBI)♦3B Ethan Lopez, Hawaii (.279, 6 HR, 11 2B, 17 RBI)♦INF Tanner Murray, U.C.Davis (.333, 10 2B, 22 RBI)♦INF Caleb Van Blake, U.C. Davis (.264, 5 HR, 12 2B, 32 RBI)♦C Logan Denholm, U.C. Davis (.226, 3 HR, 7 2B, 23 RBI)♦RHP Jared Sasaki, U.C. Davis (4-6, 4.34 ERA, 33 K, 10 BB)♦DH Connor Cannon, U.C. Riverside (.282, 10 HR, 12 2B, 33 RBI)

Colonial Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Northeastern (1) 39 2. N.C. Wilmington (4) 60 3. Coll. of Charleston (3) 68 4. Elon (2) 110 5. Delaware (5) 158 6. Hofstra (6) 156 7. James Madison (7) 145 8. Towson (8) 273 9. William & Mary (9) 242Projected Pitcher Of Year♦LHP Sean Mellen, Northeastern

(10-3, 2.28 ERA, 81 K, 37 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦1B Jake Farrell, Northeastern (.342, 11 HR, 16 2B, 63 RBI, 6 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦RHP Tyler Brown, Northeastern (8-4, 2.28 ERA, 81 K, 37 BB)♦Relief Andrew Misiaszek, Northeastern (12 SV, 2-2, 2.70 ERA, 29 AP, 64 K)♦SS Ian Fair, Northeastern (.305, 2 HR, 8 2B, 27 RBI)♦2B Scott Holzwasser, Northeastern (.242, 6 HR, 6 2B, 29 RBI, 15 SB)♦3B Ryan Solomon, Northeastern (.238, 8 HR, 8 2B, 30 RBI)♦SS Greg Jones, N.C. Wilmington (.278, 4 HR, 5 2B, 21 RBI, 16 SB)♦OF Kep Brown, N.C. Wilmington (.267, 7 HR, 12 2B, 30 RBI)♦3B Cole Weiss, N.C. Wilmington (.264, 4 HR, 9 2B, 29 RBI)♦RHP Gage Herring, N.C. Wilmington (2-1, 2.68 ERA, 43 K, 25 BB)♦Relief Henry Ryan, N.C. Wilmington (3-0, 1.11 ERA, 17 AP, 23 K, 11 BB)♦2B Dupree Hart, Charleston (.326, 2 HR, 14 2B, 21 RBI, 15 SB)♦C Danny Wondrack, Charleston (.253, 12 HR, 12 2B, 43 RBI)♦OF Bradley Dixon, Charleston (.291, 3 HR, 8 2B, 33 RBI, 10 SB)♦OF Logan McRae, Charleston (.284, 7 HR, 15 2B, 37 RBI)♦RHP Kyle Brnovich, Elon (8-2, 1.71 ERA, 147 K, 36 BB)♦RHP George Kirby, Elon (10-3, 2.89 ERA, 96 K, 27 BB)♦2B Cam Devanney, Elon (.287, 5 HR, 6 2B, 23 RBI)♦DH Garrett Stonehouse, Elon (.268, 2 HR, 9 2B, 38 RBI)♦3B Joe Satterfield, Elon (.268, 4 HR, 7 2B, 43 RBI)♦OF Kyle Baker, Delaware (.354, 2 HR, 11 2B, 39 RBI)♦OF Kevin Mohollen, Delaware (.287, 14 2B, 16 RBI, 15 SB)♦2B Erik Bowren, Delaware (.247, 14 2B, 16 RBI, 29 SB)♦RHP Billy Sullivan IV, Delaware (7-3, 2.97 ERA, 95 K, 42 BB)♦C Vito Friscia, Hofstra (.353, 7 HR, 5 2B, 31 RBI)♦OF Rob Weissheier, Hofstra (.240, 4 HR, 13 2B, 31 RBI)♦OF Fox Semones, James Madison (.291, 7 HR, 9 2B, 32 RBI, 10 SB)♦RHP Kevin Kelly, James Madison (3-3, 2.74 ERA, 75 K, 16 BB)♦RHP Nick Stewart, James Madison (4-3, 2.86 ERA, 67 K, 21 BB)♦Relief Nick Robertson, James Madison (3 SV, 0-1, 1.96 ERA, 15 AP, 33 K)♦OF Richard Miller, Towson (.225, 7 HR, 8 2B, 26 RBI)♦RHP Dean Stramara, Towson (2-1, 1 SV, 3.94 ERA, 21 AP, 48 K)♦3B Zach Piazza, Towson (Trans. Linestone Coll., 2X All-Conf.)

Conference USA Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Southern Miss. (1) 38 2. Louisiana Tech. (2) 61 3. Florida Atlantic (3) 30 4. Rice (7) 89 5. Florida International (6) 135 6. N.C. Charlotte (4) 80 7. Texas-San Antonio (5) 98 8. Alabama-Birmingham (8) 201 9. Middle Tennessee (9) 15310. Western Kentucky (10) 20611. Marshall (11) 20312. Old Dominion (12) 248Projected Pitcher Of Year♦Relief Zach Schneider, Fla. Atlantic

(15 SV, 7-1, 2.61 ERA, 24 AP, 21 K)Projected Player Of Year♦UT Matt Wallner, Southern Miss. (.351, 16 HR, 13 2B, 67 RBI, 6 SV)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦LHP Stevie Powers, Southern Miss.

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1B RUDY ROTT…Hit .355 With 15 HR, 15 2B, 50 RBI For Ohio

(5-2, 4.07 ERA, 73 K, 13 BB)♦RHP Walker Powell, Southern Miss. (7-3, 3.80, 62 K, 14 BB)♦1B Hunter Slater, Southern Miss. (.309, 12 HR, 10 2B, 55 RBI)♦2B Matthew Guidry, Southern Miss. (.328, 5 HR, 11 2B, 39 RBI)♦OF Gabe Montenegro, Southern Miss. (.295, 2 HR, 11 2B, 38 RBI)♦LHP Logan Bailey, Louisiana Tech. (8-1, 2.24 ERA, 60 K, 17 BB)♦Relief Braxton Smith, Louisiana Tech. (4 SV, 1-2, 3.21 ERA, 18 AP, 39 K)♦OF Parker Bates, Louisiana Tech. (.310, 4 HR, 18 2B, 50 RBI, 15 SB)♦OF Mason Mallard, Louisiana Tech. (.281, 6 HR, 14 2B, 33 RBI, 25 SB)♦SS Tanner Huddleston, La. Tech. (.242, 7 HR, 11 2B, 45 RBI)♦C Pedro Pages, Florida Atlantic (.309, 4 HR, 9 2B, 31 RBI)♦1B Gunnar Lambert, Florida Atlantic (.246, 12 HR, 4 2B, 32 RBI)♦3B Joe Montes, Florida Atlantic (.293, 8 2B, 40 RBI)♦OF Eric Rivera, Florida Atlantic (.277, 6 HR, 7 2B, 50 RBI, 10 SB)♦RHP Ryan Sandberg, Florida Atlantic (Queensborough CC, Reg. Play of Yr)♦RHP Mike Ruff, Florida Atlantic (1-2, 2.91 ERA, 37 K, 16 BB)♦RHP Matt Canterino, Rice (7-5, 3.06 ERA, 116 K, 22 BB)♦RHP Addison Moss, Rice (2-4, 2.43 ERA, 53 K, 16 BB)♦Relief Garrett Gayle, Rice (2 SV, 2-2, 4.54 ERA, 22 AP, 54 K)♦3B Braden Comeaux, Rice (.319, 2 HR, 14 2B, 36 RBI)♦2B Trei Cruz, Rice (.279, 6 HR, 13 2B, 45 RBI)♦3B Austin Shenton, Fla. International (.344, 9 HR, 11 2B, 29 RBI)♦UT Logan Allen, Fla. International (.309, 5 2B, 16 RBI, 5-5, 3.89 ERA)♦C Jose Garcia, Fla. International (.264, 13 HR, 8 2B, 38 RBI)♦C Harris Yett, N.C. Charlotte (.323, 6 HR, 8 2B, 37 RBI)♦OF Drew Ober, N.C. Charlotte (.286, 4 HR, 11 2B, 41 RBI)♦RHP Matt Brooks, N.C. Charlotte (3-7, 5.35 ERA, 55 K, 22 BB)♦LHP Joey Cooner, N.C. Charlotte (3-5, 5.43 ERA, 42 K, 26 BB)♦2B Bryan Arias, Texas-San Antonio (.335, 8 HR, 16 2B, 35 RBI, 12 SB)♦OF Dylan Rock, Texas-San Antonio (.287, 6 HR, 15 2B, 25 RBI)♦RHP Karan Patel, Texas-San Antonio (3-3, 3.96 ERA, 56 K, 29 BB)♦Relief Palmer Wenzler, Tex.-San Anton. (6-2, 1 SV, 3.27 ERA, 26 AP, 41 K)♦1B Carter Pharis, Alabama-Birm. (.299, 6 HR, 15 2B, 33 RBI, 13 SB)♦DH Thomas Johns, Alabama-Birm. (.266, 3 HR, 14 2B, 21 RBI)♦OF Tyler Tolbert, Alabama-Birm. (.230, 6 2B, 18 RBI, 24 SB)♦RHP Tanner Graham, Alabama-Birm. (3.89 ERA, 88 2/3 IP, 55 K, 31 BB)♦SS Myles Christian, Middle Tenn. St. (.259, 2 HR, 8 2B, 17 RBI, 9 SB)♦OF Blake Benefield, Middle Tenn. St. (.278, 10 HR, 17 2B, 44 RBI)♦RHP Zach Keenan, Middle Tenn. St. (0-1, 1 SV, 4.98 ERA, 54 K, 17 BB)♦OF Luke Brown, Western Kentucky (.369, 6 2B, 14 RBI, 11 SB)♦OF Ray Zuberer III, Western Kentucky (.315, 3 HR, 4 2B, 22 RBI)♦1B Davis Sims, Western Kentucky (Trans. Murray St. Univ.)♦RHP Colby Taylor, Western Kentucky (2-4, 6.96 ERA, 35 K, 33 BB)♦LHP Troy Newell, Western Kentucky (0-4, 6.40 ERA, 19 K)♦C Rey Pastrana, Marshall (.355, 13 HR, 50 RBI)♦RHP Wade Martin, Marshall (3.55 ERA, 21 1/3 IP, 26 K)♦1B Vinnie Pasquantino, Old Dominion (.299, 3 HR, 6 2B, 22 RBI)♦DH Erik Stock, Old Dominion (.320, 3 HR, 13 2B, 20 RBI)♦OF Will Morgan, Old Dominion (.234, 8 HR, 7 2B, 29 RBI)♦RHP Morgan Maguire, Old Dominion (4-7, 3.38 ERA, 61 K, 22 BB)♦RHP Nick Pantos, Old Dominion (Trans. Frederick C.C., 9-1, 2.96 ERA)

Horizon Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Wright St. (1) 69

2. Milwaukee (3) 219 3. Illinois-Chicago (2) 205 4. Youngstown St. (5) 263 5. Oakland (4) 249 6. Northern Kentucky (6) 278Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Jacob Key, Illinois-Chicago

(4-4, 3.77 ERA, 72 K, 35 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦OF Peyton Burdick, Wright St. (.347, 9 HR, 19 2B, 65 RBI, 15 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦OF J.D. Orr, Wright St. (.318, 12 2B, 23 RBI, 34 SB)♦3B Seth Gray, Wright St. (.267, 3 HR, 15 2B, 37 RBI)♦RHP Daniel Kreuzer, Wright St. (5-1, 3.35 ERA, 24 K)♦LHP Zane Collins, Wright St. (6-1, 4.18 ERA, 48 K)♦SS Trevor Schwecke, Milwaukee (.318, 3 HR, 11 2B, 39 RBI, 19 SB)♦C Tyler Bordner, Milwaukee (.240, 5 HR, 15 2B, 31 RBI)♦OF Colin Kreiter, Milwaukee (.320, 4 HR, 12 2B, 31 RBI, 8 SB)♦RHP Jared Reklaitis, Milwaukee (4-4, 4.87 ERA, 67 K, 38 BB)♦RHP Jake Sommers, Milwaukee (3-8, 6.53 ERA, 54 K, 26 BB)♦RHP Alex Padilla, Illinois-Chicago (8 SV, 4.56 ERA, 22 AP, 34 K)♦Relief Noah Masa, Illinois-Chicago (2-1, 3.99 ERA, 25 AP, 27 K)♦OF Dominic Smith, Illinois-Chicago (.292, 6 HR, 7 2B, 37 RBI)♦OF Scott Ota, Illinois-Chicago (.283, 5 HR, 8 2B, 34 RBI)♦3B Blaze Glenn, Youngstown St. (.325, 11 HR, 13 2B, 43 RBI, 16 SB)♦1B Trevor Wiersma, Youngstown St. (Trans. Concord, WV, 8 HR, 33 RBI)♦DH Jeff Wehler, Youngstown St. (.241, 2 HR, 13 2B, 25 RBI, 25 SB)♦Relief Joel Hake, Youngstown St. (4 SV, 1-1, 4.36 ERA, 26 AP, 35 K)♦DH Griffin Doersching, N. Kentucky (.243, 13 HR, 9 2B, 49 RBI)♦1B Will Haueter, N. Kentucky (.360, 9 HR, 19 2B, 37 RBI)♦Relief Joe Martin, N. Kentucky (3-4, 6.37 ERA, 30 K, 13 BB)

Ivy League Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Yale (1) 194 2. Columbia (2) 187 3. Dartmouth (3) 247 4. Harvard (4) 163 5. Pennsylvania (5) 258 6. Cornell (6) 239 7. Princeton (7) 269 8. Brown (8) 270Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Scott Politz, Yale (5-4, 3.07 ERA, 88 IP, 64 K, 23 BB )

Projected Player Of Year♦UT Benny Wanger, Yale (6 SV, 0.90 ERA, 10 2B, 31 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦SS Simon Whiteman, Yale (.298, 4 2B, 31 RBI, 9 SB)♦OF Teddy Hague, Yale (.330, 2 HR, 3 2B, 5 RBI)♦OF Trevor Johnson, Dartmouth (Injured last season after 3 games)♦1B Michael Calamari, Dartmouth (.246, 5 HR, 5 2B, 27 RBI)♦OF Matt Feinstein, Dartmouth (.271, 2 HR, 7 2B, 19 RBI)♦RHP Cole O’Connor, Dartmouth (5-4, 4.50 ERA, 36 K, 14 BB)♦Relief Austen Michel, Dartmouth (7 SV, 3-2, 3.38 ERA, 17 AP, 35 K)♦2B Eduardo Mailinowski, Pennsylvania (.347, 2 HR, 5 2B, 20 RBI)♦3B Matt McGeah, Pennsylvania (.299, 7 HR, 12 2B, 43 RBI)♦RHp Christian Scafidi, Pennsylvania (3-4, 4.52 ERA, 52 K, 22 BB)♦LHP Josh Simpson, Columbia (Injured last season)♦Relief Lucas Hall, Columbia (4 SV, 3-0, 1.59 ERA, 17 AP, 32 K)♦DH Liam McGill, Columbia (.320, 6 HR, 14 2B, 31 RBI)♦1B Chandler Bengtson, Columbia (.257, 10 HR, 8 2B, 31 RBI)♦OF Ben Skinner, Harvard (.325, 13 2B, 17 RBI, 17 SB)♦1B Patrick McColl, Harvard (.263, 3 HR, 7 2B, 37 RBI)♦OF Jake Suddleson, Harvard (.265, 6 HR, 8 2B, 23 RBI)

♦DH Patrick Robinson, Harvard (.338, 4 HR, 7 2B, 27 RBI)♦OF Conor Nolan, Princeton (.252, 3 HR, 22 RBI)♦3B Joe Flynn, Princeton (.235, 4 HR, 25 RBI)

Metro Atlantic Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Canisius (T-2) 136 2. Marist (T-4) 138 3. Monmouth (1) 160 4. Quinnipiac (T-2) 223 5. Siena (T-4) 237 6. Niagara (T-6) 250 7. Manhattan (T-6) 179 8. Iona (8) 257 9. Fairfield (9) 20910. Rider (10) 28511. St. Peter’s (11) 295Projected Pitchers Of Year♦RHP John Signore, Fairfield

(6-4, 2.93 ERA, 91 K, 19 BB)♦Relief T.J. Stuart, Manhattan (10 SV, 6-2, 2.57 ERA, 25 AP, 50 K)

Projected Player Of Year♦OF Liam Scafariello, Quinnipiac (.232, 15 HR, 12 2B, 45 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦Relief Will Frank, Canisius (3 SV, 4-1, 3.02 ERA, 23 AP, 48 K)♦RHP Andrew Sipowicz, Canisius (7-2, 5.65 ERA, 48 K, 22 BB)♦SS Conner Morro, Canisius (.342, 1 HR, 12 2B, 30 RBI, 11 SB)♦OF Mark McKenna, Canisius (.333, 8 2B, 20 RBI, 13 SB)♦1B Tyler Kapuscinski, Marist (.366, 3 HR, 8 2B, 30 RBI)♦2B Anthony Lazar, Marist (.305, 6 HR, 11 2B, 28 RBI)♦SS Randy Taveras, Marist (.308, 3 HR, 8 2B, 21 RBI, 14 SB)♦LHP Tony Romanelli, Marist (5-5, 3.94 ERA, 70 K, 42 BB)♦OF Kyle Norman, Monmouth (.298, 4 HR, 12 2B, 41 RBI)♦SS Danny Long, Monmouth (.286, 5 HR, 11 2B, 21 RBI)♦RHP Dan Klepchick, Monmouth (5-1, 3.47 ERA, 78 K, 18 BB)♦Relief Jordan McCrum, Monmouth (3-1, 1 SV, 2.61 ERA, 19 K, 9 BB)♦OF Brian Moskey, Quinnipiac (.312, 4 HR, 13 2B, 33 RBI)♦INF Ian Ostberg, Quinnipiac (.283, 3 2B, 18 RBI)♦C Colton Bender, Quinnipiac (.299, 1 HR, 11 RBI)♦OF Andre Marrero, Quinnipiac (.265, 3 HR, 17 2B, 20 RBI, 10 SB)♦RHP Brendan White, Siena (4.08 ERA, 61 K, 18 BB)♦LHP Tommy Miller, Siena (9-6, 3.70 ERA, 84 K, 28 BB)♦RHP Dylan D’Anna, Siena (1-1, 4.24 ERA, 12 K)♦OF Richie Barrella, Manhattan (.309, 1 HR, 1 2B, 25 RBI)♦C Matt Padre, Manhattan (.298, 4 HR, 6 2B, 25 RBI)♦SS Jack Gethings, Fairfield (.293, 3 HR, 9 2B, 30 RBI, 7 SB)♦RHP Austin Pope, Fairfield (3-3, 2.98 ERA, 48 K, 17 BB)♦Relief Ian Halpin, Fairfield (1 SV, 2-1, 1.77 ERA, 4 AP, 14 K)♦OF Joe Simone, Rider (.331, 15 2B, 19 RBI)♦1B Riley Mihalik, Rider (.281, 7 HR, 11 2B, 31 RBI)♦C Mike Ionta, Rider (Trans. St. Peter’s College))♦OF Jack Peterson, Rider (Trans. County College of Morris)♦LHP Pete Soporowski, Rider (3-7, 5.35 ERA, 48 K, 27 BB)

Mid-American Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Kent St. (1) 59 2. Ball St. (T-2) 150 3. Miami, Ohio (T-2) 149 4. Central Michigan (4) 204 5. Toledo (T-5) 217 6. Eastern Michigan (T-5) 218 7. Western Michigan (7) 207 8. Ohio (8) 272 9. Northern Illinois (9) 23410. Bowling Green (10) 282Projected Pitchers Of Year♦RHP John Baker, Ball St. (5-5, 3.68 ERA, 118 K, 33 BB)♦RHP Drey Jameson, Ball St.

(7-2, 3.88 ERA, 97 K, 44 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦1B Rudy Rott, Ohio (.355, 15 HR, 15 2B, 50 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦2B Pavin Parks, Kent St. (.280, 6 HR, 9 2B, 39 RBI)♦SS Josh Hollander, Kent St. (.271, 2 HR, 3 2B, 21 RBI)♦OF Nick Elsen, Kent St. (.381, 1 HR, 5 2B, 10 RBI)♦RHP John Matthews, Kent St. (0-1, 1 SV, 3.15 ERA, 29 K, 10 BB)♦LHP Connor Wollersheim, Kent St. (3-2, 1 SV, 4.50 ERA, 35 K, 12 BB)♦Relief Collin Romel, Kent St. (4 SV, 2.03 ERA, 8 AP, 14 K)♦Relief Jack Zimmerman, Kent St. (0-1, 2.45 ERA, 13 AP, 16 K)♦SS Noah Powell, Ball St. (.319, 4 HR, 12 2B, 35 RBI)♦DH Griffin Hulecki, Ball St. (.295, 2 HR, 9 2B, 32 RBI)♦Relief Nolan Gazouski, Ball St. (2 SV, 2-2, 3.00 ERA, 25 AP, 61 K)♦3B Landon Stephens, Miami (OH) (.298, 7 HR, 12 2B, 46 RBI)♦RHP Shane Smith, Miami (OH) (4-2, 3 SV, 2.77 ERA, 18 AP, 36 K)

♦RHP Spencer Mraz, Miami (OH) (4-4, 4.23 ERA, 53 K, 31 BB)♦Relief Cole Gnetz, Miami (OH) (1 SV, 3-0, 5.59 ERA, 16 AP, 37 K)♦1B Zach Heeke, Central Michigan (.346, 2 HR, 7 2B, 30 RBI)♦DH Griffin Lockwood-Powell, C. Mich. (.311, 4 HR, 7 2B, 36 RBI)♦2B Jason Sullivan, Central Michigan (.290, 9 2B, 36 RBI)♦RHP Pat Leatherman, Central Mich. (2-5, 3.51 ERA, 77 K, 17 BB)♦Relief Jack Collins, Central Mich. (1 SV, 5-2, 4.03 ERA, 20 AP, 48 K)♦SS Chris Meyers, Toledo (.278, 2 HR, 4 2B, 18 RBI)♦OF Brad Boss, Toledo (.255, 7 HR, 6 2B, 32 RBI, 7 SB)♦OF John Servello, Toledo (.343, 2 HR, 11 2B, 29 RBI)♦LHP Michael Jacob, Toledo (4.75 ERA, 61 K, 39 BB)♦3B Zach Owings, Eastern Michigan (.350, 6 HR, 11 2B, 30 RBI)♦OF Nate Jones, Eastern Michigan (.249, 10 2B, 24 RBI)♦Relief Mitchell Sparks, Eastern Mich. (2 SV, 3.86 ERA, 17 AP, 24 K)♦Relief Thomas House, Eastern Mich. (4 SV, 5.75 ERA, 26 AP, 33 K)♦OF Blake Dunn, Western Michigan (.308, 9 2B, 18 RBI, 6 SB)♦OF Nate Grys, Western Michigan (.306, 10 HR, 14 2B, 2 3B, 48 RBI)♦3B Jimmy Roche, Western Michigan (.316, 3 HR, 9 2B, 33 RBI)♦RHP Jack Szott, Western Michigan (1-3, 5.72 ERA, 19 K, 10 BB)♦LHP Chris Modrzynski, Western Mich. (3-4, 6.51 ERA, 35 K, 17 BB)♦C Tanner Piechnick, Ohio (.277, 8 HR, 12 2B, 28 RBI)♦SS Trevor Hafner, Ohio (.226, 11 2B, 20 RBI)♦Relief Eddie Kutt, Ohio (2 SV, 3-2, 3.60 ERA, 27 AP, 40 K)♦OF Jake Wilson, Bowling Green (Great D, .297, 2 2B, 11 RBI)♦SS Neil Lambert, Bowling Green (.273, 12 2B, 21 RBI)♦RHP Chase Antle, Bowling Green (Injured last season)♦Relief Brad Croy, Bowling Green (5 SV, 1-3, 4.58 ERA, 20 AP, 36 K)

Mid-Eastern Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI Northern 1. Coppin St. (1) 275 2. Norfolk St. (2) 290 3. Md.-Eastern Shore (3) 296 4. Delaware St. (4) 297 Southern 1. N.C. A&T St. (1) 210 2. Bethune-Cookman (3) 195 3. Florida A&M (2) 256 4. N.C. Central (4) 226 5. Savannah St. (5) 289Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Anthony Maldanado, Beth.-Cook.

(7-2, 2.81 ERA, 74 K, 18 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦SS Corey Joyce, N.C. Central (.358, 6 HR, 15 2B, 37 RBI, 27 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦OF Dawnoven Smith, N.C. A&T St. (.335, 8 HR, 19 2B, 45 RBI)♦3B Perry (AJ) Hunt, N.C. A&T St. (.316, 6 HR, 11 2B, 35 RBI)♦RHP Michael Johnson, N.C. A&T St. (7-2, 3.82 ERA, 43 K, 22 BB)♦RHP Evan Gates, N.C. A&T St. (Trans. Mott Community College, MI)♦1B Zach McLean, N.C. A&T St. (.294, 6 HR, 14 2B, 38 RBI)♦SS Nate Sterijevski, Bethune-Cook. (.325, 4 HR, 7 2B, 28 RBI)♦1B Danny Rodriguez, Bethune-Cook. (.272, 8 HR, 14 2B, 35 RBI)♦OF Over Torres, Bethune-Cookman (Trans. Yavapai College, AZ, .361 BA)♦1B Nazier McIlwain, Coppin St. (.327, 2 HR, 13 2B, 43 RBI)♦SS Derek Lohr, Coppin St. (.362, 9 2B, 18 RBI, 4 SB)♦RHP Jahmon Taylor, Coppin St. (6-4, 2.66 ERA, 81 K, 34 BB)♦RHP Aaron Rea, Coppin St. (6-5, 4.38 ERA, 52 K, 32 BB)♦Relief Corey Treyes, Coppin St. (8 SV, 3-1, 4.05 ERA, 18 AP, 32 K)♦1B Justin Banks, Coppin St. (Trans. Napa Valley JC, .406, 17 2B)♦RHP Chase Anderson, Norfolk St. (7-5, 3.12 ERA, 78 K, 38 BB)♦RHP Jon Mahoney, Norfolk St. (7-5, 3.71 ERA, 64 K, 32 BB)♦OF Justin Hayes, Norfolk St. (.347, 8 2B, 12 RBI, 28 SB)♦DH Stephen Baughan, Norfolk St. (.259, 9 HR, 10 2B, 30 RBI)♦2B Alsander Womack, Norfolk St. (.314, 5 HR, 13 2B, 31 RBI, 13 SB)♦OF Willis McDaniel, Florida A&M (Great D, .253, 9 2B, 21 RBI)♦RHP Josh Wilson, Florida A&M (1-1, 5.96 ERA, 21 K)♦Relief Dylan Carlson, Florida A&M (9 SV, 1-0, 2.33 ERA, 24 AP, 24 K)♦OF Carter Williams, N.C. Central (.307, 6 HR, 13 2B, 5 3B, 36 RBI)♦RHP Chris Kernen, N.C. Central (5-4, 2 SV, 2.85 ERA, 51 K, 15 BB)♦SS Dillon Oxyer, Md.-Eastern Shore (.233, 2 2B, 15 RBI, 13 SB)♦C Dominic DeBlaise, Md.-Eastern Sh. (.312, 2 HR, 9 2B, 21 RBI)♦RHP Dwayne Marshall, Md.-East. Sh. (2-5, 6.23 ERA, 21 K)♦2B Jalen Atterbury, Savannah St. (.237, 2 HR, 6 2B, 16 RBI, 15 SB)♦Relief Alex Wright, Savannah St. (2-6, 5.85 ERA, 66 K, 29 BB)

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Missouri Valley Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Missouri St. (1) 27 2. Dallas Baptist (2) 37 4. Indiana St. (T-3) 73 3. Bradley (T-3) 85 5. Southern Illinois (5) 144 6. Illinois St. (6) 123 7. Valparaiso (7) 198 8. Evansville (8) 268Projected Pitcher Of Year♦Relief Connor Sechler, Missouri St.

(9 SV, 7-1, 2.98 ERA, 32 AP, 59 K)Projected Players Of Year♦C Drew Millas, Missouri St. (.321, 7 HR, 13 2B, 61 RBI)♦CF John Rave, Illinois St. (.347, 8 HR, 19 2B, 49 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦RHP Ty Buckner, Missouri St. (7-4, 4.81 ERA, 60 K, 49 BB)♦RHP Logan Wiley, Missouri St. (7-6, 4.13 ERA, 68 K, 23 BB)♦1B Ben Whetstone, Missouri St. (.278, 9 HR, 10 2B, 39 RBI)♦SS Jimmy Glowenke, Dallas Baptist (.336, 10 HR, 16 2B, 50 RBI)♦CF Luke Bandy, Dallas Baptist (.255, 4 HR, 8 2B, 15 RBI, 15 SB)♦2B Augie Isaacson, Dallas Baptist (Trans. Friends University, NAIA A-A)♦LHP Jordan Martinson, Dallas Baptist (1-1, 5.85 ERA, 26 K, 12 BB)♦RHP Parker Towns, Dallas Baptist (1-1, 4.08 ERA, 27 K, 12 BB)♦RHP M.D. Johnson, Dallas Baptist (8-2, 5.14 ERA, 76 K, 32 BB)♦Relief MacGregor Hines, Dallas Bap. (6 SV, 5-3, 3.88 ERA, 26 AP, 65 K)♦Relief Kragen Kechely, Dallas Bap. (1 SV, 7-1, 3.76 ERA, 25 AP, 53 K)♦SS Clay Dungan, Indiana St. (.283, 2 HR, 14 2B, 34 RBI, 14 SB)♦2B Jake Means, Indiana St. (.265, 11 HR, 8 2B, 33 RBI)♦LHP Triston Polley, Indiana St. (7-2, 3.53 ERA, 55 K, 43 BB)♦RHP Tyler Ward, Indiana St. (6-3, 3.66 ERA, 55 K, 13 BB)♦Relief Tyler Grauer, Indiana St. (3 SV, 3-0, 3.91 ERA, 21 AP, 20 K)♦SS Luke Shadid, Bradley (.325, 2 HR, 14 2B, 24 RBI, 14 SB)♦3B Brendan Dougherty, Bradley (.323, 2 HR, 5 2B, 34 RBI)♦CF Andy Shadid, Bradley (.326, 6 HR, 13 2B, 30 RBI)♦Relief Brian Schrimmer, Bradley (2 SV, 1-0, 1.33 ERA, 18 AP, 31 K)♦Relief Brooks Gosswein, Bradley (2-2, 3.41 ERA, 18 AP, 24 K)♦RHP Theo Denlinger, Bradley (Trans. Cuesta College, CA)♦LF Alex Lyon, Southern Illinois (.316, 5 HR, 11 2B, 40 RBI, 29 SB)♦2B Nikola Vasic, Southern Illinois (.276, 3 HR, 8 2B, 29 RBI, 21 SB)♦LHP Brad Harrison, Southern Illinois (5-5, 4.25 ERA, 75 K, 29 BB)♦3B Joe Aeilts, Illinois St. (.268, 4 HR, 9 2B, 33 RBI)♦LHP Brent Headrick, Illinois St. (4-7, 6.40 ERA, 59 K, 29 BB)♦SS Sam Shaikin, Valparaiso (.288,9 HR, 12 2B, 42 RBI)♦OF Blake Billinger, Valparaiso (.323, 7 HR, 23 2B, 46 RBI)♦2B Chase Dawson, Valparaiso (.265, 3 HR, 10 2B, 28 RBI, 10 SB)♦RHP Mike Kornacker, Valparaiso (Tras. Purdue University)♦OF Troy Beilsmith, Evansville (.335, 7 HR, 18 2B, 28 RBI, 10 SB)♦1B Tanner Craig, Evansville (.289, 6 HR, 11 2B, 25 RBI)♦LHP Adam Lukas, Evansville (2-3, 4.32 ERA, 43 K, 30 BB)

Mountain West Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. San Diego St. (2) 53 2. Nevada (1) 66 3. Nevada-Las Vegas (4) 74 4. Fresno St. (5) 134 6. San Jose St. (3) 133 5. New Mexico (7) 164 7. Air Force (6) 155Projected Pitcher Of Year♦LHP Andrew Mitchell, San Jose St.

(6-2, 3.72 ERA, 101 K, 34 BB)Projected Players Of Year♦3B Nic Ready, Air Force (.341, 20 HR, 18 2B, 74 RBI)♦SS Bryson Stott, UNLV (.365, 4 HR, 30 2B, 32 RBI, 14 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦DH Chad Bible, San Diego St. (.327, 9 HR, 11 2B, 42 RBI)♦OF Julian Escobedo, San Diego St. (.316, 2 HR, 14 2B, 25 RBI)♦UT Casey Schmitt, San Diego St. (9 SV, 0.28 ERA, .264, 12 2B, 32 RBI)♦RHP Logan Boyer, San Diego St. (0-0, 3.79 ERA, 27 K)♦RHP Harrison Pyatt, San Diego St. (4-4, 4.68 ERA, 70 K, 38 BB)♦3B Joshua Zamora, Nevada (.355, 9 HR, 11 2B, 33 RBI)♦1B Dillan Shrum, Nevada (.312, 7 HR, 19 2B, 46 RBI)♦RHP Jake Jackson, Nevada (8-4, 5.42 ERA, 77 K, 22 BB)♦Relief Ryan Anderson, Nevada (3 SV, 3-1, 5.86 ERA, 23 AP, 41 K)♦OF Max Smith, UNLV (.313, 9 HR, 16 2B, 42 RBI)♦1B Jack Thomas-Wold, UNLV (.308, 6 HR, 12 2B, 36 RBI)♦RHP Ryan McDonald, UNLV (Trans. Southern Nevada CC)♦RHP Cameron Jabara, UNLV

UCLA, Stanford Head Up Pac-12 With Skilled PlayersContinued From Page 31

RHP KEVIN ABEL…8-1, 2.88 ERA, 108 Strikeouts For Oregon State

(Trans. Orange Coast CC, CA)♦C Carter Bins, Fresno St. (.301, 7 HR, 18 2B, 39 RBI)♦OF Zach Ashford, Fresno St. (.352, 2 HR, 18 2B, 24 RBI)♦3B J.T. Arruda, Fresno St. (.305, 8 HR, 11 2B, 39 RBI)♦RHP Ryan Jensen, Fresno St. (2-6, 2 SV, 5.35 ERA, 66 K, 36 B)♦RHP Davis Moore, Fresno St. (4-3, 4.50 ERA, 40 K, 23 BB)♦Relief Nikoh Mitchell, Fresno St. (1 SV, 4-3, 3.28 ERA, 24 AP, 53 K)♦LHP Jaime Arias, Fresno St. (5-1, 1 SV, 3.69 ERA, 23 AP, 62 K)♦RHP Tevin Cadola, San Jose St. (3-2, 2 SV, 4.53 ERA, 41 K, 17 BB)♦Rel. Fineas Bonta-Smith, San Jos. St. (5 SV, 5-3, 3.99 ERA, 21 AP, 54 K)♦C Johnny Mendoza, San Jose St. (.288,2 HR, 2 2B, 34 RBI)♦OF Kellen Straum, San Jose St. (.307, 13 2B, 19 RBI, 9 SB)♦OF Jared Mang, New Mexico (.284, 8 HR, 3 2B, 29 RBI)♦SS Hayden Schilling, New Mexico (.348, 15 2B, 30 RBI)♦Relief Malachi Emond, New Mexico (2 SV, 3-2, 2.72 ERA, 26 AP, 56 K)♦C Rob Dau, Air Force (.350, 5 HR, 19 2B, 52 RBI)♦OF Drew Wiss, Air Force (.326, 6 HR, 17 2B, 35 RBI, 16 SB)♦RHP Matt Hargreaves, Air Force (4-4, 5.73 ERA, 33 K, 23 BB)

Northeast Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Bryant (T-1) 88 2. Wagner (T-1) 76 3. LIU Brooklyn (3) 211 4. Mount St. Mary’s (4) 255 5. Sacred Heart (5) 246 6. Central Connecticut (6) 265 7. Fairleigh Dickinson (7) 293Projected Pitcher Of Year♦LHP Neil Abbatiello, Wagner

(8-0, 3.30 ERA, 79 K, 33 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦OF Ryan Ward, Bryant (.409, 8 HR, 22 2B, 52 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦OF James Ciliento, Bryant (.377, 3 HR, 14 2B, 31 RBI)♦SS Jim Titus, Bryant (Injured last season)♦LHP Steve Theetge, Bryant (6-7, 4.02 ERA, 70 K, 33 BB)♦LHP Vito Morgese, Bryant (5-2, 3.82 ERA, 73 K, 25 BB)♦Relief Nate Wrighter, Bryant (8 SV, 1-4, 5.23 ERA, 21 AP, 25 K)♦DH Freddy Sabido, Wagner (.300, 6 HR, 16 2B, 44 RBI)♦RHP Eric Ligda, Wagner (7-2, 3.89 ERA, 60 K, 34 BB)♦Relief Nick Robino, Wagner (8 SV, 7-4, 3.09 ERA, 25 AP, 65 K)♦LHP Trey McGough, Mount St. Mary’s (4-7, 5.31 ERA, 4 CG, 62 K, 41 BB)♦3B Buddy Dewaine, Central Conn. St. (.285, 8 2B, 24 RBI)♦1B T.T. Bowens, Central Conn. St. (.250 in 6 games played last season)♦RHP Brandon Fox, Central Conn. St. (1-3, 5.40 ERA, 29 K, 13 BB)♦RHP Mike Appel, Central Conn. St. (3-4, 4.68 ERA, 56 K, 42 BB)♦Relief Jared Gallagher, Cen. Conn. St. (3 SV, 4-0, 3.10 ERA, 16 AP, 29 K)♦C Evan McDonald, Fairleigh Dickinson (.289, 9 HR, 11 2B, 30 RBI)♦SS Bobby Romano, Fair. Dickinson (.231, 6 HR, 5 2B, 19 RBI)♦RHP Corey Zeller, Fairleigh Dickinson (2-8, 5.35 ERA, 51 K, 24 BB)

Ohio Valley Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Morehead St. (T-3) 100 2. Tennessee Tech. (1) 15 3. Jacksonville St. (T-3) 124 4. Southeast Missouri (2) 200 5. Austin Peay (5) 139 6. Eastern Kentucky (6) 175 7. Murray St. (7) 243 8. Eastern Illinois (8) 228

9. Belmont (9) 26610. Tennessee-Martin (10) 26711. Southern Illinois-Edw. (11) 222Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Garrett Farmer, Jacksonville St.

(7-2, 3.80 ERA, 107 K, 24 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦OF Kevin Strohschein, Tenn. Tech. (.375, 18 HR, 18 2B, 67 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦SS Reid Leonard, Morehead St. (.344, 4 HR, 14 2B, 40 RBI)♦1B Trevor Snyder, Morehead St. (.335, 18 HR, 14 2B, 69 RBI)♦OF Jake Hammon, Morehead St. (.361, 9 HR, 8 2B, 53 RBI)♦OF Connor Pauly, Morehead St. (.339, 8 HR, 17 2B, 53 RBI)♦LHP Dalton Stambaugh, Morehead St. (7-3, 6.10 ERA, 87 K, 33 BB)♦Relief Cory Conway, Morehead St. (4 SV, 8-4, 3.63 ERA, 35 AP, 54 K)♦LHP Alex Hursey, Tennessee Tech. (8-5, 4.81 ERA, 48 K, 26 BB)♦Relief Tyler Sylvester, Tenn. Tech. (4 SV, 3-1, 5.04 ERA, 21 AP, 25 K)♦C Nic Gaddis, Jacksonville St. (.324, 10 HR, 18 2B, 55 RBI )♦SS Isaac Alexander, Jacksonville St. (.306, 5 HR, 13 2B, 48 RBI)♦3B Cole Frederick, Jacksonville St. (.255, 9 HR, 4 2B, 28 RBI, 9 SB)♦Relief Christian Edwards, Jacks. St. (3-1, 3 SV, 1.91 ERA, 19 AP, 55 K)♦OF Justin Dirden, Southeast Mo. St. (.340, 16 HR, 19 2B, 68 RBI)♦OF Danny Wright, Southeast Mo. St. (.258, 3 HR, 3 2B, 29 RBI)♦RHP Christian Vick, Southeast Mo. St. (5-5, 5.68 ERA, 50 K, 18 BB)♦LHP Daniel Bergtholdt, S.E. Mo. St. (5 SV, 2-4, 4.80 ERA, 23 AP, 33 K)♦OF Parker Phillips, Austin Peay St. (.315, 19 HR, 13 2B, 62 RBI)♦SS Garrett Kueber, Austin Peay St. (.340, 4 HR, 10 2B, 39 RBI)♦LHP Jacques Pucheu, Austin Peay St. (7-4, 4.03 ERA, 101 K, 33 BB)♦LHP Brett Newberg, Austin Peay St. (3-2, 6 SV, 3.79 ERA, 29 AP, 42 K)♦Relief Aaron Ochsenbein, Eastern Ky. (9 SV, 2-2, 4.70 ERA, 25 AP, 71 K)♦RHP Kaven Brown, Eastern Ky. (4-2, 5.84 ERA, 48 K, 24 BB)♦2B Ryland Kerr, Eastern Ky. (.325, 6 HR, 20 2B, 34 RBI, 9 SB)♦OF Will Johnson, Eastern Ky. (.322, 9 HR, 11 2B, 36 RBI, 10 SB)♦OF Nick Howie, Eastern Ky. (.333, 10 HR, 13 2B, 50 RBI, 17 SB)♦1B Hunter Morris, Eastern Illinois (.326, 11 HR, 9 2B, 55 RBI)♦2B Jim Govern, Eastern Illinois (.331, 7 HR, 12 2B, 38 RBI)♦RHP Tyler Jones, Eastern Illinois (7-3, 3.52 ERA, 54 K, 25 BB)♦RHP Mike YaSenka, Eastern Illinois (Trans. Chesapeake College, 10-2)♦RHP Casey Queener, Belmont (4-4, 4.22 ERA, 96 K, 33 BB)♦OF Hunter Holland, Belmont (.245, 4 HR, 16 2B, 16 RBI)♦OF Devon Gardner, Belmont (.291, 3 HR, 9 2B, 22 RBI, 12 SB)♦OF Jordan Stoner, Tenn.-Martin (.382, 4 HR, 17 2B, 25 RBI, 11 SB)♦OF Creighton Eldridge, Tenn.-Martin (Injured last season)♦OF Sean Dixon, Tenn.-Martin (Trans. Murray St. CC, OK)♦OF Dustin Woodcock, So. Ill.-Edw. (Injured last season)♦C Brock Weimer, So. Ill.-Edwardsville (.275, 8 HR, 12 2B, 57 RBI)♦RHP Kenny Serwa, So. Ill-Edwardsville (3-7, 4.45 ERA, 57 K, 15 BB)

Pacific-12 Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. UCLA (4) 22 2. Stanford (1) 6 3. Oregon St. (2) 2 4. Arizona (6) 48 5. Oregon (T-8) 92 6. Arizona St. (7) 126 7. Washington (3) 49 8. California (5) 72 9. Southern California (T-8) 121

10. Washington St. (10) 18611. Utah (11) 208Projected Pitchers Of Year♦RHP Kevin Abel, Oregon St.

(8-1, 2.88 ERA, 108 K, 46 BB)♦Relief Jack Little, Stanford (16 SV, 3-0, 0.60 ERA, 25 AP, 58 K)

Projected Players Of Year♦1B Andrew Vaughn, California (.402, 23 HR, 14 2B, 63 RBI)♦C Adley Rutschman, Oregon St. (.408, 9 HR, 22 2B, 83 RBI)♦1B Spencer Torkelson, Arizona St. (.320, 25 HR, 12 2B, 53 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦2B Chase Strumpf, UCLA (.363, 12 HR, 23 2B, 53 RBI)♦OF Jeremy Ydens, UCLA (.350, 6 HR, 17 2B, 38 RBI, 13 SB)♦1B Michael Toglia, UCLA (.336, 11 HR, 24 2B, 58 RBI)♦SS Kevin Kendall, UCLA (.278, 3 HR, 6 2B, 20 RBI, 13 SB)♦OF/SS Matt McLain, UCLA (Beckman HS, CA, 1st round Pick AZ)♦RHP Ryan Garcia, UCLA (8-1, 2.23 ERA, 76 K, 23 BB)♦RHP Zach Pettway, UCLA (8-4, 3.34 ERA, 78 K, 19 BB)♦RHP Kyle Mora, UCLA (6-3, 3 SV, 1.89 ERA, 34 AP, 41 K)♦Relief Holden Powell, UCLA (6 SV, 2-1, 3.51 ERA, 29 AP, 22 K)♦OF Kyle Stowers, Stanford (.286, 10 HR, 10 2B, 42 RBI, 6 SB)♦1B Andrew Daschbach, Stanford (.287, 17 HR, 10 2B, 63 RBI)♦3B Tim Tawa, Stanford (.296, 7 HR, 18 2B, 41 RBI, 7 SB)♦DH Will Matthiessen, Stanford (.293, 7 HR, 2 2B, 23 RBI)♦RHP Brendan Beck, Stanford (8-0, 1 SV, 2.43 ERA, 38 K, 12 BB)♦LHP Erik Miller, Stanford (4-4, 4.07 ERA, 52 K, 23 BB)♦LHP Jacob Palisch, Stanford (4-1, 4 SV, 1.72 ERA, 26 AP, 36 K)♦RHP Bryce Fehmel, Oregon St. (10-1, 3.19 ERA, 64 K, 27 BB)♦Relief Jake Mulholland, Oregon St. (16 SV, 2-2, 2.20 ERA, 31 AP, 42 K)♦Relief Brandon Eisert, Oregon St. (5 SV, 5-3, 2.53 ERA, 27 AP, 52 K)♦SS Beau Philip, Oregon St. (Tran. San Joaquin Delta, .354, 18 2B)♦OF Tyler Malone, Oregon St. (.278, 8 HR, 6 2B, 22 RBI)♦3B Nick Quintana, Arizona (.313, 14 HR, 17 2B, 55 RBI)♦SS Cameron Cannon, Arizona (.321, 8 HR, 21 2B, 50 RBI, 7 SB)♦C/1B Matt Dyer, Arizona (Transfer Oregon)♦LHP Randy Labaut, Arizona (2-1, 1.60 ERA, 21 K, 6 BB)♦RHP Zach Sherman, Arizona (1 SV, 2-0, 2.45 ERA, 16 AP, 24 K)♦RHP George Arias, Jr., Arizona (Tucson H.S, 34th round pick Padres)♦RHP Kenyon Yovan, Oregon (6-4, 5 SV, 2.98 ERA, 98 K, 37 BB)♦RHP Ryne Nelson, Oregon (3-1, 4 SV, 3.86 ERA, 37 K, 14 BB)♦C Jakob Goldfarb, Oregon (.308, 6 HR, 13 2B, 29 RBI, 14 SB)♦OF Jonny DeLuca, Oregon (.212, 6 HR, 5 2B, 17 RBI, 6 SB)♦OF Carter Aldrete, Arizona St. (.293, 3 HR, 10 2B, 31 RBI)♦OF Hunter Bishop, Arizona St. (.250, 5 HR, 5 2B, 26 RBI)♦RHP Alec Marsh, Arizona St. (3-3, 3.89 ERA, 64 K, 31 BB)♦C Nick Kahle, Washington (Great D, .293, 6 HR, 20 2B, 37 RBI)♦DH Joe Wainhouse, Washington (.306, 19 HR, 9 2B, 61 RBI)♦OF Mason Cerrillo, Washington (.341, 14 2B, 21 RBI)♦RHP Jordan Jones, Washington (6-4, 3.98 ERA, 83 K, 19 BB)♦RHP Josh Burgmann, Washington (2-2, 1 SV, 3.19 ERA, 16 AP, 21 K)♦Relief Stevie Emanuels, Washington (1 SV, 8-2, 4.37 ERA, 34 AP, 32 K)♦SS Cameron Eden, California (.247, 7 2B, 21 RBI)♦3B Sam Wezniak, California (.240, 6 HR, 7 2B, 26 RBI)♦OF Max Flower, California (.287, 1 HR, 7 2B, 2 3B, 30 RBI)♦RHP Jared Horn, California (5-5, 6.15 ERA, 52 K, 41 BB)♦Relief Arman Sabouri, California (5-2, 3.07 ERA, 20 AP, 48 K)♦OF Blake Sabol, Southern California (.276, 4 HR, 8 2B, 24 RBI)♦OF Matthew Acosta, Southern Calif. (.263, 3 HR, 8 2B, 26 RBI)♦RHP Kyle Hurt, Southern California (4-5, 4.76 ERA, 64 K, 58 BB)♦Relief Connor Lunn, Southern Calif. (8 SV, 2-2, 2.97 ERA, 22 AP, 32 K)♦RHP Chandler Champlain, So. Calif. (Santa Margarita Catholic H.S., CA)♦SS Andres Alvarez, Washington St. (.263, 1 HR, 16 2B, 18 RBI)♦OF Danny Sinatro, Washington St. (.226, 2 HR, 3 2B, 10 RBI, 9 SB)♦RHP Hayden Rosenkrantz, Wash. St. (0-2, 4.95 ERA, 25 K, 11 BB)♦LHP A.J. Block, Washington St. (1-4, 4.91 ERA, 21 AP, 48 K)♦2B Oliver Dunn, Utah (.319, 4 HR, 9 2B, 31 RBI, 9 SB)♦3B Tom Rykker, Utah (.298, 2 HR, 13 2B, 29 RBI)♦OF Erick Miguelles, Utah (.261, 7 HR, 11 2B, 36 RBI)♦OF Chandler Anderson, Utah (.243, 1 HR, 11 2B, 21 RBI)♦C Zack Moeller, Utah (Injuured last season)

Patriot League Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI

1. Army (T-1) 77 2. Navy (T-1) 142 3. Holy Cross (4) 161 4. Bucknell (3) 214 5. Lehigh (5) 202 6. Lafayette (6) 252Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Noah Song, Navy (6-5, 1.92 ERA, 121 K, 41 BB)

Projected Player Of Year♦2B Zach Biggers, Navy (.343, 1 HR, 20 2B, 3 3B, 32 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦CF Jacob Hurtubise, Army (.278, 0 HR, 4 2B, 22 RBI, 42 SB)♦SS Trey Martin, Army (.268, 2 HR, 13 2B, 27 RBI)♦LHP Tyler Giovinco, Army (9-5, 3.26 ERA, 77 K, 32 BB)♦RHP Daniel Burggraaf, Army (7-3, 3 SV, 2.90 ERA, 17 AP, 83 K)♦Relief Cam Opp, Army (5-2, 4 SV, 2.66 ERA, 25 AP, 72 K)♦C Christian Hodge, Navy (.251, 5 HR, 17 2B, 34 RBI)♦OF Liam Lowery, Navy (.312, 3 HR, 16 2B, 21 RBI)♦RHP Andrew Sauer, Navy (5-2, 3.11 ERA, 46 K, 23 BB)♦Relief Jared Leins, Navy (5 SV, 5-2, 3.21 ERA, 19 AP, 52 K)♦RHP Pat McGowan, Holy Cross (2-6, 3.22 ERA, 57 K, 26 BB)♦OF Austin Masel, Holy Cross (.322, 4 HR, 7 2B, 25 RBI)♦SS Chris Rinaldi, Holy Cross (.320, 2 HR, 10 2B, 13 RBI, 13 SB)♦RHP Levi Stoudt, Lehigh (3-8, 3.03 ERA, 67 K, 22 BB)♦RHP Jason Reynolds, Lehigh (4-5, 3.60 ERA, 51 K, 25 BB)♦C Jeff Shafeldt, Lehigh (.280, 2 HR, 5 2B, 20 RBI)♦OF Mike Maguire, Lehigh (.255, 7 2B, 17 RBI, 10 SB)

Southeastern Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI (Eastern Division) 1. Vanderbilt (4) 32 2. Florida (1) 3 3. Georgia (2) 10 4. South Carolina (3) 28 5. Kentucky (5) 31 6. Missouri (T-6) 47 7. Tennessee (T-6) 75 (Western Division) 1. Louisiana St. (T-3) 26 2. Mississippi (T-1) 4 3. Auburn (T-3) 9 4. Arkansas (T-1) 1 5. Mississippi St. (T-3) 18 6. Texas A&M (6) 17 7. Alabama (7) 82Projected Pitcher Of Year♦Relief Parker Caracci, Mississippi

(10 SV, 5-2, 2.25 ERA, 27 AP, 73 K)Projected Players Of Year♦OF Jake Mangum, Mississippi St. (Great D, .351, 3 HR, 22 2B, 33 RBI, )♦OF Ryan Olenek, Mississippi (.350, 3 HR, 18 2B, 29 RBI)♦SS Casey Martin, Arkansas (.345, 13 HR, 14 2B, 49 RBI, 8 SB)♦OF Daniel Cabrera, Louisiana St. (.315, 8 HR, 18 2B, 54 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦OF J.J. Bleday, Vanderbilt (Top Prospect Cape Cod League)♦OF Stephen Scott, Vanderbilt (.268, 15 HR, 11 2B, 41 RBI)♦2B Ethan Paul, Vanderbilt (.237, 10 HR, 12 2B, 44 RBI, 18 SB)♦2B Austin Martin, Vanderbilt (.338, 1 HR, 14 2B, 19 RBI, 22 SB)♦OF Pat DeMarco, Vanderbilt (.277, 11 HR, 12 2B, 43 RBI, 10 SB)♦RHP Drake Fellows, Vanderbilt (7-4, 3.92 ERA, 107 K, 35 BB)♦RHP Patrick Raby, Vanderbilt (5-5, 3.57 ERA, 57 K, 33 BB)♦RHP Mason Hickman, Vanderbilt (8-2, 5.21 ERA, 66 K, 30 BB)♦Relief Zach King, Vanderbilt (3 SV, 1-4, 3.46 ERA, 21 AP, 51 K)♦Relief Jackson Gillis, Vanderbilt (1 SV, 4-1, 4.81 ERA, 20 AP, 44 K)♦OF Antoine Duplantis, Louisiana St. (.328, 2 HR, 13 2B, 48 RBO, 19 SB)♦OF Zach Watson, Louisiana St. (.308, 7 HR, 15 2B, 34 RBI, 14 SB)♦RHP Zack Hess, Louisiana St. (7-6, 5.05 ERA, 107 K, 49 BB)♦RHP Ma’Khail Hilliard, Louisiana St. (9-5, 3.79 ERA, 70 K, 31 BB♦RHP Eric Walker, Louisiana St. (TJ surg. 2017, 8-2, 3.48 ERA 2017)♦Relief Todd Peterson, Louisiana St. (6 SV, 1-3, 4.40 ERA, 24 AP, 38 K)♦RHP Landon Marceaux, Louisiana St. (37th round Yankees, Destrehan HS)♦RHP Tyler Dyson, Florida (5-3, 4.47 ERA, 51 K, 28 BB)♦RHP Jack Leftwich, Florida (5-5, 4.20 ERA, 84 K, 26 BB)♦RHP Tommy Mace, Florida (5-0, 4.16 ERA, 45 K, 12 BB)♦Relief Jordan Butler, Florida (6-2, 4.10 ERA, 31 AP, 60 K)♦OF Wil Dalton, Florida (.262, 19 HR, 18 2B, 60 RBI, 8 SB)♦2B Blake Reese, Florida (.253, 5 HR, 19 2B, 43 RBI, 14 SB)♦OF Austin Langworthy, Florida (.290, 4 HR, 10 2B, 29 RBI)♦OF Nelson Maldonado, Florida (.273, 9 HR, 10 2B, 44 RBI)♦RHP Will Ethridge, Mississippi (3-1, 3 SV, 3.91 ERA, 26 AP, 53 K)♦RHP Houston Roth, Mississippi (5-1, 4.44 ERA, 68 K, 25 BB)♦LHP Jordan Fowler, Mississippi (7-0, 3.20 ERA, 34 K, 18 BB)

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♦OF Thomas Dillard, Mississippi (.310, 13 HR, 12 2B, 59 RBI, 17 SB)♦3B Tyler Keenan, Mississippi (.301, 9 HR, 11 2B, 38 RBI)♦SS Grae Kessinger, Mississippi (.300, 8 HR, 18 2B, 37 RBI, 8 SB)♦1B Cole Zabowski, Mississippi (.300, 10 HR, 8 2B, 44 RBI)♦UT Aaron Schunk, Georgia (.299, 12 2B, 38 RBI, 8 SV, 3.00 ERA)♦SS Cam Shepherd, Georgia (.244, 5 HR, 12 2B, 37 RBI)♦2B L.J. Talley, Georgia (.276, 6 HR, 10 2B, 30 RBI)♦RHP Emerson Hancock, Georgia (6-4, 5.10 ERA, 75 K, 34 BB)♦RHP Tony Locey, Georgia (7-2, 4.28 ERA, 60 K, 30 BB)♦Relief Zac Kristofak, Georgia (4 SV, 4-2, 3.83 ERA, 58 K, 22 BB)♦SS Will Holland, Auburn (.313, 12 HR, 18 2B, 52 RBI, 9 SB)♦OF Steven Williams, Auburn (.291, 12 HR, 10 2B, 51 RBI)♦3B Edouard Julien, Auburn (.275, 17 HR, 7 2B, 69 RBI, 7 SB)♦RHP Tanner Burns, Auburn (7-4, 3.01 ERA, 77 K, 37 BB)♦RHP Davis Daniel, Auburn (3-4, 4.86 ERA, 70 K, 32 BB)♦Relief Cody Greenhill, Auburn (6-3, 2.30 ERA, 21 AP, 55 K, 19 BB)♦LHP Elliott Anderson, Auburn (5-0, 3.64 ERA, 24 AP, 32 K, 15 BB)♦OF Heston Kjerstad, Arkansas (.332, 14 HR, 16 2B, 58 RBI)♦OF Dominic Fletcher, Arkansas (.288, 10 HR, 16 2B, 49 RBI)♦RHP Isaiah Campbell, Arkansas (5-7, 4.26 ERA, 75 K, 29 BB)♦Relief Matt Cronin, Arkansas (14 SV, 2-2, 3.54 ERA, 25 AP, 59 K)♦OF Elijah MacNamee, Miss. St. (.309, 8 HR, 11 2B, 42 RBI)♦1B Tanner Allen, Mississippi St. (.287, 5 HR, 18 2B, 45 RBI)♦OF Rowdey Jordan, Miss. St. (.321, 7 HR, 15 2B, 37 RBI)♦LHP Ethan Small, Mississippi St. (5-4, 3.20 ERA, 122 K, 33 BB)♦Relief Cole Gordon, Miss. St. (4 SV, 4-3, 4.26 ERA, 30 AP, 68 K)♦RHP/INF J.T. Ginn, Miss. St. (1st round pick Dodgers, Brandon HS)♦SS Braden Shewmake, Texas A&M (.327, 5 HR, 8 2B, 45 RBI, 12 SB)♦OF Logan Foster, Texas A&M (.314, 8 HR, 10 2B, 40 RBI, 5 SB)♦LHP John Doxakis, Texas A&M (8-5, 2.70 ERA, 92 K, 29 BB)♦LHP Chandler Jozwiak, Texas A&M (2-0, 4.50 ERA, 43 K, 17 BB)♦RHP Mason Cole, Texas A&M (92-97 MPH FB, great stuff, projection)♦LHP Asa Lacy, Texas A&M (3-1, 1 SV, 2.75 ERA, 23 AP, 48 K)♦2B Noah Campbell, South Carolina (.364, 6 HR, 7 2B, 26 RBI in Cape Lg.)♦OF Jacob Olson, South Carolina (.234, 12 HR, 20 2B, 36 RBI)♦OF T.J. Hopkins, South Carolina (.345, 2 HR, 8 2B, 24 RBI, 14 SB)♦RHP Carmen Mlodzinski, S. Carolina (3-6, 5.52 ERA, 43 K, 21 BB)♦Relief Sawyer Bridges, South Carolina (5 SV, 2-1, 1.35 ERA, 21 AP, 25 K)♦C Sam Praytor, Alabama (.279, 3 HR, 6 2B, 16 RBI)♦OF Joe Breaux, Alabama (.247, 2 HR, 9 2B, 19 RBI)♦OF Keith Holcombe, Alabama (.290, 2 HR, 9 2B, 29 RBI)♦RHP Sam Finnerty, Alabama (4-4, 4.45 ERA, 29 K, 14 BB)♦RHP Brock Love, Alabama (Returned from injury, 2-0, 0.00 ERA)♦RHP Will Freeman, Alabama (Tran. Jones County J.C.)♦OF Tyler Gentry, Alabama (Tran. Walters St. CC, .379, 18 HR)♦LHP Zack Thompson, Kentucky (2-1, 4.94 ERA, 42 K, 20 BB)♦Relief Carson Coleman, Kentucky (3-0, 3.15 ERA, 20 AP, 32 K)♦DH T.J. Collett, Kentucky (.304, 10 HR, 4 2B, 34 RBI)♦OF Kameron Misner, Missouri (Missed 22 games, .360, 4 HR, 9 2B)♦OF Zach Hanna, Missouri (.247, 7 HR, 6 2B, 34 RBI)♦LHP T.J. Sikkema, Missouri (3-5, 3.34 ERA, 76 K, 20 BB)♦LHP Tyler LaPlante, Missouri (4-3, 2.75 ERA, 56 K, 17 BB)♦Relief Trey Dillard, Missouri (San Jacinto JC, TX, 7 SV, 1.71 ERA)♦SS Andre Lipcius, Tennessee (.315, 7 HR, 11 2B, 42 RBI)♦2B Jay Charleston, Tennessee (.285, 6 2B, 4 HR, 26 RBI)♦1B/DH Pete Derkay, Tennessee (.254, 15 2B, 1 3B, 32 RBI)♦RHP Garrett Stallings, Tennessee (5-5, 4.58 ERA, 37 K, 8 BB)♦LHP Garrett Crochet, Tennessee (5-6, 1 SV, 5.51 ERA, 62 K, 26 BB)♦RHP Zach Linginfelter, Tennessee (3-4, 3.93 ERA, 18 AP, 71 K)

Southern Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. N.C. Greensboro (1) 67 2. Samford (2) 90 3. Mercer (T-5) 141 4. Wofford (3) 91 5. East Tennessee St. (T-5) 165 6. Wester Carolina (9) 241 7. Virginia Military Inst. (4) 169 8. Furman (7) 151 9. The Citadel (8) 244Projected Pitcher Of Year♦LHP Samuel Strickland, Samford

(8-2, 2.33 ERA, 87 K, 15 BB)Projected Player Of Year

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Coastal Carolina Loaded With Superb Cast Of Players

OF BROCK HALE…Hit .342 With 8 HR, 15 2B, 31 RBI For BYU

♦3B Caleb Webster, N.C. Greensboro (.380, 3 HR, 7 2B, 37 RBI, 7 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦3B Austin Embler, N.C. Greensboro (.357, 2 HR, 15 2B, 32 RBI, 9 SB)♦RHP Phillip Sanderson, N.C. Greens. (Tran. Chipola College, MVP JC WS)♦LHP Jake Lewis, N.C. Greensboro (6-0, 4.25 ERA, 57 K, 29 BB)♦Relief Chad Sykes, N.C. Greensboro (Injured last season)♦SS Branden Fryman, Samford (.262, 13 2B, 26 RBI)♦C Anthony Mulrine, Samford (.307, 8 HR, 49 RBI)♦INF Brooks Carlson, Samford (.343, 10 HR, 47 RBI)♦Relief Stephen Jones, Samford (3-5, 4.64 ERA, 47 K)♦RJ Yeager, Mercer (.324, 6 HR, 12 2B, 42 RBI)♦2B Le Bassett, Mercer (.282, 17 HR, 4 2B, 60 RBI)♦1B Brandon Michie, Mercer (.388, 8 HR, 12 2B, 43 RBI)♦OF Kel Johnson, Mercer (Trans. Georgia Tech.)♦LHP Tanner Hall, Mercer (0-1, 8 AP, 7.71 ERA, 7 K)♦Relief Nick Spear, Mercer (5 SV, 2-2, 3.52 ERA, 32 AP, 60 K)♦OF Colin Davis, Wofford (.303, 13 HR, 17 2B, 45 RBI, 12 SB)♦3B Andrew Orzel, Wofford (.270, 3 HR, 16 2B, 35 RBI)♦LHP Austin Higginbotham, Wofford (6-5, 4.50 ERA, 74 K, 28 BB)♦RHP Matt Ellmyer, Wofford (6-0, 3 SV, 6.91 ERA, 22 AP, 46 K)♦Relief Anthony Garcia, Wofford (5 SV, 5-1, 3.81 ERA, 29 AP, 51 K)♦OF David Beam, East Tenn. St. (.283, 2 HR, 6 2B, 8 RBI)♦2B Cullen Smith, East Tenn. St. (.295, 2 HR, 12 2B, 22 RBI, 8 SB)♦C Jackson Greer, East Tenn. St. (.235, 9 HR, 6 2B, 26 RBI)♦OF Tyler Cox, East Tennessee St. (Tran. Maple Woods C.C., KS)♦RHP Micah Kaczor, East Tenn. St. (5-4, 5.01 ERA, 75 K, 29 BB)♦Relief James Giambalvo, East Tenn. St. (6 SV, 3-2, 3.38 ERA, 23 AP, 38 K)♦3B Justice Bigbie, Western Carolina (.324, 5 HR, 14 2B, 46 RBI)♦OF Matt Koehler, Western Carolina (.241, 7 HR, 10 2B, 23 RBI, 11 SB)♦LHP Taylor Purus, Western Carolina (3-7, 5.46 ERA, 74 K, 49 BB)♦1B Jake Huggins, Virginia Military Inst. (.280, 4 HR, 10 2B, 31 RBI)♦RHP Zak Kent, Virginia Military Inst. (5-5, 5.88 ERA, 81, 35 BB)♦Relief Corey Johnston, Va. Military Inst. (2-2, 2.86 ERA, 24 AP, 16 K)

Southland Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Sam Houston St. (1) 55 2. Southeastern La. (2) 79 3. Northwestern St. (T-3) 94 4. McNeese St. (6) 189 5. Central Arkansas (5) 143 6. Houston Baptist (T-3) 111 7. Tex. A&M-Corpus Christi (T-7) 157 8. New Orleans (T-7) 147 9. Nicholls St. (T-7) 18810. Incarnate Word (T-10) 19711. Lamar (T-10) 22412. Stephen F. Austin (12) 26013. Abilene Christian (13) 274Projected Pitchers Of Year♦RHP Carlisle Koestler, Southeastern La.

(7-1, 2.68 ERA, 73 K, 13 BB)♦RHP Jerry Maddox, Northwestern St.

(8-3, 1.88 ERA, 66 K, 37 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦DH Dalon Farkas, Abilene Christian (.296, 6 HR, 22 2B, 55 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦RHP Hayden Wesneski, Sam Hou. St. (7-3, 3.50 ERA, 67 K, 30 BB)♦LHP Seth Ballew, Sam Houston St. (6-1, 3.00 ERA, 57 K, 29 BB)♦RHP Nick Mikolajchak, Sam Hou. St. (6-5, 2 SV, 4.19 ERA, 54 K, 23 BB)♦C Jordan Cannon, Sam Houston St.

(.259, 6 HR, 9 2B, 31 RBI)♦1B Hunter Hearn, Sam Houston St. (.294, 9 HR, 12 2B, 39 RBI)♦OF Clayton Harp, Sam Houston St. (.323, 5 HR, 10 2B, 29 RBI, 13 SB)♦2B Cody Grosse, Southeastern La. (.314, 10 2B, 29 RBI, 20 SB)♦1B Kyle Schimpf, Southeastern La. (.249, 7 HR, 10 2B, 45 RBI)♦RHP Corey Gaconi, Southeastern La. (7-1, 3.15 ERA, 62 K, 16 BB)♦RHP Noah Hughes, Southeastern La. (Trans. Hinds C.C., MS)♦Relief Bryce Tassin, Southeastern La. (6 SV, 2-1, 4.63 ERA, 17 AP, 25 K)♦LHP Ridge Heisler, Northwestern St. (7-3, 3.40 ERA, 77 K, 25 BB)♦Relief Jose Vasquez, Northwestern St. (4 SV, 6-2, 2.90 ERA, 20 AP, 33 K)♦SS Caleb Ricca, Northwestern St. (.265, 2 HR, 7 2B, 26 RBI, 20 SB)♦OF Tyler Smith, Northwestern St. (.235, 6 HR, 8 2B, 42 RBI)♦OF Shane Selman, McNeese St. (.273, 10 HR, 10 2B, 32 RBI, 9 SB)♦3B Carson Maxwell, McNeese St. (.295, 6 HR, 9 2B, 37 RBI, 10 SB)♦C Dustin Duhon, McNeese St. (.272, 3 HR, 13 2B, 29 RBI)♦RHP Cayne Ueckert, McNeese St. (4-3, 4.57 ERA, 58 K, 42 BB)♦Relief Aidan Anderson, McNeese St. (6 SV, 5-6, 3.30 ERA, 28 AP, 72 K)♦SS Nathan Soriano, Houston Baptist (Trans. Palomar College, .352)♦RHP Zach Carter, Houston Baptist (4-5, 3.87 ERA, 80 K, 27 BB)♦RHP Brady Batten, Houston Baptist (4-6, 3.96 ERA, 69 K, 41 BB)♦OF Joey Werner, Texas A&M-Cor. Ch. (Tran. North Iowa Area JC, .403, 8 HR)♦OF Mike Williams, Texas A&M-Cor. Ch. (Tran. Paris J.C., .359, 8 2B, 15 SB)♦C Drake Osborn, Texas A&M-Cor. Ch. (.293, 6 HR, 12 2B, 36 RBI)♦OF Nick Anderson, Texas A&M-Cor. Ch. (.283, 5 HR, 12 2B, 35 RBI, 14 SB)♦2B Itchy Burts, Texas A&M-Cor. Ch. (.401, 7 2B, 23 RBI, 7 SB)♦RHP Dustin Lacaze, Tex. A&M-Co. Ch. (2-4, 5.41 ERA, 54 K, 21 BB)♦RHP Bernie Martinez, Incarnate Word (6-3, 1 SV, 4.21 ERA, 75 K, 20 BB)♦Relief Cody Allen, Incarnate Word (5 SV, 2-5, 3.28 ERA, 21 AP, 48 K)♦INF Kyle Bergeron, Incarnate Word (.320, 6 HR, 13 2B, 49 RBI)♦OF Ridge Rogers, Incarnate Word (.346, 9 2B, 34 RBI, 12 SB)♦OF Eddy Gonzalez, Incarnate Word (.372, 2 HR, 9 2B, 30 RBI, 6 SB)♦3B Robin Adames, Lamar (.298, 5 HR, 12 2B, 33 RBI)♦LHP Noah Sills, Lamar (3-5, 3.00 ERA, 50 K, 17 BB)♦Relief Ryan Erickson, Lamar (4 SV, 3-1, 1.66 ERA, 25 AP, 60 K)♦OF Jared Martin, Stephen F. Austin (.284, 5 HR, 18 2B, 32 RBI)♦SS Manny Vasquez, Stephen F. austin (.285, 5 HR, 9 2B, 23 RBI)♦RHP Alex Palmer, Stephen F. Austin (Trans. Cisco College, TX)

Southwestern Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI (Eastern Division) 1. Alabama St. (1) 236 2. Jackson St. (2) 225 3. Alabama A&M (T-3) 286 4. Mississippi Valley (T-3) 292 5. Alcorn St. (5) 287 (Western Division) 1. Texas Southern (1) 215 2. Grambling St. (2) 271 3. Arkansas-Pine Bluff (3) 279 4. Prairie View A&M (4) 294 5. Southern (5) 288Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Aaron Solis, Texas Southern

(10-4, 3.67 ERA, 69 K, 26 BB)Projected Player Of Year♦1B/C/DH Christian Sanchez, Tex. So. (.335, 17 HR, 13 2B, 60 RBI, 12 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦OF Olajide Oloruntimilehin, Tex. So. (.266, 8 2B, 16 RBI, 11 SB)

♦3B Keanu Van Kuren, Texas Southern (.266, 8 2B, 16 RBI, 11 SB)♦RHP Chris Suarez, Texas Southern (2-1, 5 SV, 2.93 ERA, 36 K, 15 BB)♦LHP Mason Furlong, Texas Southern (1-7, 8.22 ERA, 45 K, 34 BB)♦Relief Robert Loza, Texas Southern (0-1, 3.75 ERA, 18 K, 13 BB)♦OF Noel Cheneau, Alabama St. (.313, 2 HR, 10 2B, 26 RBI, 13 SB)♦OF Yamil Pagan, Alabama St. (.241, 2 HR, 6 2B, 23 RBI)♦RHP Darrius Wright, Alabama St. (8-1, 2.36 ERA, 56 K)♦Relief Terrell McCall, Alabama St. (4 SV, 2-2, 4.64 ERA, 40 K)♦1B Raul Hernandez, Jackson St. (.382, 7 HR, 17 2B, 50 RBI, 5 SB)♦2B Wesley Reyes, Jackson St. (.304, 3 HR, 22 2B, 42 RBI, 11 SB)♦OF Dezmond Chumley, Jackson St. (.320, 5 HR, 11 2B, 34 RBI, 11 SB)♦RHP Kevin Perez, Jackson St. (11-4, 4.35 ERA, 74 K, 25 BB)♦RHP Nikelle Galatas, Jackson St. (9-3, 4.58 ERA, 58 K, 34 BB)♦DH Rafael Ramirez, Grambling St. (.353, 16 HR, 17 2B, 66 RBI)♦1B Richard Ortiz, Grambling St. (.289, 10 HR, 6 2B, 47 RBI)♦OF Isaiah Torres, Grambling St. (.325, 3 HR, 11 2B, 36 RBI)♦LHP Bryan Delgado, Grambling St. (Trans. ASA College, N.Y.)♦RHP Jason Alvarez, Grambling St. (Trans. Monroe College, N.Y.)♦3B Daniel Lingua, Prairie View A&M (.350, 7 2B, 22 RBI, 14 SB)♦OF Xavier Jefferson, Prairie View A&M (.282, 2 HR, 6 2B, 17 RBI)♦SS Andrew Garcia, Prairie View A&M (.244, 1 HR, 3 2B, 17 RBI)♦RHP Jorge Galindez, Prairie View A&M (Spring Woods H.S., Houston, TX)

Summit Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Oral Roberts (1) 132 2. South Dakota St. (4) 250 3. North Dakota St. (3) 238 4. Western Illinois (2) 280 5. Omaha (5) 284 6. Purdue Fort Wayne (6) 291Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Josh McMinn, Oral Roberts

(6-5, 3.86 ERA, 68 K, 37 BB, 1 CG)Projected Player Of Year♦1B Spencer Henson, Oral Roberts (.364, 10 HR, 7 2B, 58 RBI)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦OF Andrew Pace, Oral Roberts (.306, 10 2B, 15 RBI, 1 SB)♦C Riley Keizor, Oral Roberts (.293, 6 HR, 8 2B, 41 RBI, 2 SB)♦LHP Colton Larkins, Oral Roberts (3-1, 3.89 ERA, 24 AP, 36 K, 10 BB)♦RHP Matt Gaskins, Oral Roberts (Trans. Northeastern Okla. A&M Coll.)♦RHP Tyler Olmstead, South Dakota St. (2-3, 4.67 ERA, 57 K, 22 BB)♦3B Deion Thompson, Western Illinois (.271, 6 HR, 9 2B, 30 RBI, 17 SB)♦OF Drue Galassi, Western Illinois (.255, 2 HR, 7 2B, 23 RBI, 10 SB)♦RHP Javin Drake, Western Illinois (2-6, 3.96 ERA, 53 K, 25 BB)♦Relief Jack Carberry, Western Illinois (2-0, 2.75 ERA, 17 K, 10 BB)♦C Brett Bonar, Omaha (Trans. Barton C.C.)♦OF Thomas DeBonville, Omaha (.259, 6 HR, 28 RBI, 21 SB)♦RHP Joey Machado, Omaha (4-7, 4.35 ERA, 50 K, 38 BB)♦Relief Cal Hehnke, Omaha (5 SV, 3.86 ERA, 58 K, 20 BB)

Sun Belt Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI (East Division) 1. Coastal Carolina (1) 25 2. South Alabama (T-3) 51 3. Troy (2) 41 4. Georgia Southern (T-3) 81 5. Georgia St. (5) 137 6. Appalachian St. (6) 180 (West Division) 1. Louisiana-Lafayette (1) 58 2. Texas St. (2) 118 3. Arkansas-Little Rock (3) 97 4. Arkansas St. (T-4) 177 5. Texas-Arlington (T-4) 185 6. Louisiana-Monroe (6) 196Projected Pitchers Of Year♦RHP Hunter Gaddis, Georgia St.

(9-4, 2.95 ERA, 98 K, 24 BB)♦RHP Matt Eardensohn, Coastal Car.

(7-0, 6 SV, 2.18 ERA, 20 AP, 51 K)♦LHP Gunner Leger, Louisiana-Laf.

(2017 stats: 10-2, 1.97 ERA, 84 K)Projected Player Of Year♦1B Zach Biermann, Coastal Carolina (.302, 13 HR, 14 2B, 57 RBI)♦3B Drew Frederic, Troy (.331, 7 HR, 20 2B, 54 RBI, 28 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦2B Cory Wood, Coastal Carolina (.296, 19 2B, 22 RBI, 17 SB)♦CF Parker Chavers, Coastal Carolina (.323, 7 HR, 15 2B, 42 RBI, 9 SB)♦OF Kieton Rivers, Coastal Carolina (.285, 5 HR, 3 3B, 15 2B, 50 RBI)♦RHP Zach McCambley, Coastal Car. (3-0, 3.14 ERA, 50 K)♦LHP Anthony Veneziano, Coastal Car. (7-1, 3.81 ERA, 61 K)♦LHP Jay Causey, Coastal Carolina (5 SV, 2-2, 2.28 ERA, 24 AP, 39 K)♦LHP Garrett McDaniels, Coastal Car. (Pee Dee Academy, SC)♦OF Jake Wright, Coastal Carolina (Trans. Seminole St., FL, .361, 8 HR)♦RHP Bobby Holmes, Coastal Carolina (Recovering from TJ surgery in 2018)

♦OF Daniel Lahare, Louisiana-Lafayette (.321, 4 HR, 4 3B, 12 2B, 21 RBI)♦OF Gavin Bourgeois, Louisiana-Laf. (.311, 3 HR, 14 2B, 38 RBI, 22 SB)♦SS Hayden Cantrelle, Louisiana-Laf. (.287, 4 HR, 13 2B, 23 RBI)♦2B Hunter Kasula, Louisiana-Lafayette (.250, 5 HR, 12 2B, 49 RBI)♦RHP Brandon Young, Louisiana-Laf. (Trans. Howard J.C., TX)♦C Carter Perkins, South Alabama (.301, 9 HR, 9 2B, 43 RBI)♦1B Wells Davis, South Alabama (.295, 8 HR, 10 2B, 56 RBI)♦RHP Zach Greene, South Alabama (2-4, 5 SV, 3.79 ERA, 80 K, 13 BB)♦LHP Jared Proctor, South Alabama (5-1, 3.11 ERA, 49 K, 27 BB)♦Relief Hunter Phillips, South Alabama (Trans. Chattahoochee Valley C.C.)♦OF Rigsby Mosley, Troy (.322, 5 HR, 12 2B, 51 RBI)♦C Chase Smartt, Troy (Great D, .204, 10 2B, 21 RBI)♦RHP Cory Gill, Troy (2017 stats: 5 SV, 1-1, 3.52 ERA)♦RHP Levi Thomas, Troy (2-0, 1 SV, 1.96 ERA, 56 K, 16 BB)♦RHP Nick Fraze, Texas St. (6-4, 2.97 ERA, 71 K, 26 BB)♦RHP Zach Leigh, Texas St. (4-3, 5.11 ERA, 45 K, 32 BB)♦RHP Connor Reich, Texas St. (6-3, 3.57 ERA, 63 K, 30 BB)♦3B Jaylen Hubbard, Texas St. (.313, 3 HR, 10 2B, 34 RBI, 12 SB)♦1B Ryan Newman, Texas St. (.233, 6 HR, 8 2B, 24 RBI)♦LHP Chandler Fidel, Ark.-Little Rock (6-4, 4.02 ERA, 92 K, 22 BB)♦Relief Donavin Buck, Ark.-Little Rock (1 SV, 6-1, 3.46 ERA, 31 AP, 39 K)♦DH Riley Pittman, Ark.-Little Rock (.228, 5 HR, 8 2B, 26 RBI)♦OF T.J. Alexander, Ark.-Little Rock (.291, 7 HR, 12 2B, 40 RBI, 7 SB)♦3B/OF Brandon Bell, Georgia St. (.333, 5 HR, 5 2B, 26 RBI)♦RHP Jake Rogers, Georgia St. (4-6, 4.92 ERA, 64 K, 47 BB)♦1B Kyle MacDonald, Arkansas St. (.346, 15 HR, 12 2B, 50 RBI)♦C Cullen Ray, Arkansas St. (.205, 3 HR, 3 2B, 26 RBI)♦RHP Peyton Culbertson, Arkansas St. (2-5, 3.73 ERA, 48 K, 31 BB)♦RHP Bradey Welsh, Arkansas St. (3-4, 4.14 ERA, 70 K, 19 BB)♦SS Joel McDaniel, Appalachian St. (.222, 6 HR, 13 2B, 22 RBI)♦1B Drew Beck, Appalachian St. (.193, 2 HR, 10 2B, 24 RBI)♦RHP Will Sprinkle, Appalachian St. (2-1, 2.96 ERA, 28 K, 17 BB)♦Relief Kaleb Bowman, Appalachian St. (2-0, 4.78 ERA, 25 AP, 46 K)♦UT Cade Winquest, Texas-Arlington (VR Eaton H.S., TX)♦Relief Logan Austin, Texas-Arlington (4-1, 1 SV, 3.31 ERA, 26 AP, 43 K)♦C Will Olson, Texas-Arlington (.270, 7 HR, 13 2B, 30 RBI)♦2B Zac Cook, Texas-Arlington (.291, 10 2B, 24 RBI)♦SS Josh Minjarez, Texas-Arlington (.265, 4 HR, 11 2B, 28 RBI)

West Coast Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Pepperdine (1) 101 2. Gonzaga (2) 64 3. San Diego (T-6) 127 4. San Francisco (T-3) 171 5. Loyola Marymount (T-3) 168 6. St. Mary’s (5) 140 7. Brigham Young (T-9) 190 8. Santa Clara (T-6) 161 9. Portland (T-6) 17310. Pacific (T-9) 170Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Jonathan Pendergast, Pepper.

(7-4, 2.69 ERA, 67 K, 18 BB)♦Relief Casey Legumina, Gonzaga (13 SV, 3-3, 2.77 ERA, 26 AP, 52 K)

Projected Player Of Year♦OF Brock Hale, Brigham Young (.342, 8 HR, 15 2B, 31 RBI, 7 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦OF Matt Kanfer, Pepperdine (.315, 7 HR, 12 2B, 35 RBI)♦OF Cory Wills, Pepperdine (.291, 5 HR, 6 2B, 24 RBI)♦SS Quincy McAfee, Pepperdine (.269, 18 2B, 18 RBI, 9 SB)♦LHP Easton Lucas, Pepperdine (2-3, 3 SV, 4.11 ERA, 16 AP, 29 K)♦RHP Wil Jensen, Pepperdine (5-0, 0.79 ERA, 33 K, 8 BB)♦RHP Cooper Chandler, Pepperdine (6-3, 3.99 ERA, 44 K, 28 BB)♦Relief Michael Mahony, Pepperdine (3 SV, 2-1, 1.69 ERA, 26 AP, 36 K)♦LHP Mac Lardner, Gonzaga (7-4, 2.95 ERA, 73 K, 28 BB)♦INF Ernie Yake, Gonzaga (.322, 15 2B, 25 RBI, 5 SB)♦RHP Alek Jacob, Gonzaga (7-5, 2.88 ERA, 95 K, 30 BB)♦C/INF Adam Kerner, San Diego (.338, 2 HR, 15 2B, 23 RBI)♦C Shane McGuire, San Diego (.287, 8 2B, 15 RBI, 4 SB)♦LHP Chris Murphy, San Diego (6-5, 4.20 ERA, 91 K, 37 BB)♦OF Tora Otsuka, San Diego (.316, 6 2B, 16 RBI, 10 SB)♦INF/C Riley Helland, San Francisco (.329, 2 HR, 19 2B, 34 RBI)♦RHP Riley Ornido, San Francisco (8-5, 2.58 ERA, 95 K, 32 BB)♦OF Jonathan Allen, San Francisco (.308, 7 HR, 16 2B, 32 RBI, 12 SB)♦SS Nick Sogard, Loyola Marymount (.324, 2 HR, 5 2B, 21 RBI, 11 SB)

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♦C Cooper Uhl, Loyola Marymount (.263, 6 2B, 16 RBI)♦OF Trevin Esquerra, Loyola Marymount (.243, 6 HR, 15 2B, 18 RBI)♦RHP Codie Paiva, Loyola Marymount (6-6, 4.17 ERA, 65 K, 26 BB)♦RHP Nick Frasso, Loyola Marymount (4-4, 3.15 ERA, 74 K, 17 BB)♦LHP Ken Waldichuck, St. Mary’s (8-4, 2.05 ERA, 118 K, 21 BB)♦UT Kevin Millam, St. Mary’s (6-4, 3.68 ERA, .302 BA, 5 HR, 12 2B)♦Relief Michael Hobbs, St. Mary’s (11 SV, 3-3, 4.24 ERA, 23 AP, 44 K)♦2B Edward Haus, St. Mary’s (.271, 9 2B, 26 RBI, 3 SB)♦RHP Jordan Wood, Brigham Young (5-4, 2.66 ERA, 63 K, 29 BB)♦RHP Drew Zimmerman, Brigham Young (5 SV, 2-3, 2.40 ERA, 23 AP, 40 K)♦OF Keaton Kringlen, Brigham Young (.305, 1 HR, 12 2B, 19 RBI)♦RHP Keegan McCarville, Santa Clara (South Mountain J.C., AZ, 7-3, 112 K)♦C Jake MacNichols, Santa Clara (.226, 8 HR, 9 2B, 32 RBI)♦SS Jason Dicochea, Santa Clara (.323, 15 2B, 25 RBI)♦OF Andre Nnebe, Santa Clara (.263, 1 HR, 1 2B, 7 RBI)♦C James Free, Pacific (.283, 7 HR, 6 2B, 28 RBI)♦OF Bradley Yekich, Pacific (.283, 1 HR, 11 2B, 19 RBI)♦LHP Ricky Reynoso, Pacific (5-3, 4.89 ERA, 51 K, 29 BB)♦Relief Joseph Standley, Pacific (Trans. Central Arizona College)

Western Athletic Projected Order Of FinishRank School (’18 Finish) 2018 RPI 1. Grand Canyon (1) 122 2. New Mexico St. (T-2) 87 3. Sacramento St. (T-2) 114 4. Cal. Baptist (New) New 5. Seattle (4) 182

6. Northern Colorado (5) 216 7. Cal. St. Bakersfield (6) 229 8. Texas-Rio Grande Valley (7) 235 9. Chicago St. (8) 26110. Utah Valley (9) 245Projected Pitcher Of Year♦RHP Austin Roberts, Sacramento St.

(4-2, 2 SV, 1.83 ERA, 29 AP, 55 K)Projected Player Of Year♦OF Quin Cotton, Grand Canyon (.390, 5 HR, 19 2B, 43 RBI, 13 SB)

Other Top Players To Watch:♦DH Pikai Winchester, Grand Canyon (.355, 2 HR, 13 2B, 38 RBI)♦OF Tyler Wyatt, Grand Canyon (.324, 10 2B, 30 RBI, 8 SB)♦OF Preston Pavlica, Grand Canyon (.247, 5 HR, 9 2B, 28 RBI, 16 SB)♦RHP Kade Mechals, Grand Canyon (Trans. Skagit Valley College)♦LHP Jack Schneider, Grand Canyon (Injured last season. 7-0 record in 2017)♦2B Nick Gonzales, New Mexico St. (.347, 9 HR, 17 2B, 36 RBI)♦1B Caleb Henderson, New Mexico St. (.341, 10 HR, 20 2B, 65 RBI)♦SS Joey Ortiz, New Mexico St. (.289, 7 HR, 54 RBI, 13 SB)♦OF Tristen Carranza, New Mexico St. (.325, 9 HR, 11 2B, 53 RBI)♦RHP Brock Whittlesey, New Mexico St. (12 SV, 2.95 ERA)♦RHP Justin Dehn, New Mexico St. (5-3, 4.57 ERA, 60 K, 31 BB)♦LHP Alex Pinedo, New Mexico St. (5-3, 3.34 ERA, 50 K, 31 BB)♦Relief Chance Hroch, New Mexico St. (4-2, 2.67 ERA, 26 AP)♦RHP Parker Brahms, Sacramento St. (4-5, 2.41 ERA, 113 K, 25 BB)♦Relief Tanner Dalton, Sacramento St. (10 SV, 1-2, 3.02 ERA, 32 AP, 43 K)♦RHP Scott Randall, Sacramento St. (7-3, 3.48 ERA, 47 K, 14 BB)♦OF Matt Smith, Sacramento St. (.310, 3 HR, 3 2B, 38 RBI, 13 SB)♦3B Steven Moretto, Sacramento St. (.263, 8 HR, 9 2B, 39 RBI)♦RHP Jorge Valerio, Cal. Baptist

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2019 Draft PreviewElite College Baseball Players Showcased In Special Rundown

OREGON STATE CATCHER ADLEY RUTSCHMAN …Only Allowed 17 Stolen Bases Last Season In 36 Attempts, Hit .408 With 9 HR, 22 2B, 83 RBI

By LOU PAVLOVICH, JR.Editor/Collegiate Baseball

TUCSON, Ariz. — The following is a list of college players who have an excellent chance of being drafted in the first two rounds of next June’s MLB Draft with a good season.

The list was made after consulting with college baseball coaches across the nation along with scouts.C Adley RutschmanOregon State Univ.

Rutschman helped lead Oregon St. to the national title last year.

An ironman as a catcher, he was the Beavers’ secret weapon behind the plate as he worked 67 of 68 games and only allowed 17 stolen bases in 36 attempts.

He is a superb receiver and handles the pitching staff like a pro. This skilled switch hitter put up incredible numbers one year ago.

He hit .408 with 9 homers, 22 doubles and 83 RBI. It’s no wonder he is the leading candidate at this time to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 MLB Draft.1B Andrew VaughnUniv. of California

His 23 home runs last season tied a school record, and Vaughn led the nation in slugging percentage and on-base percentage.

He hit .402 with 14 doubles and 63 RBI.

With another good season, he should be one of the top five picks in the first round.LHP Graeme StinsonDuke University

Stinson has an electric fastball coupled with a dynamic breaking ball.

He is arguably the top lefthander in college baseball today.

A projected first rounder, he was 5-1 last season for the Blue Devils with a 1.89 ERA and 98 strikeouts with 19 walks.C Shea LangeliersBaylor University

A Collegiate Baseball All- Amer ican , Lange l i e r s i s a

(3-4, 1 SV, 4.68 ERA, 16 AP, 39 K)♦RHP Logan Rinehart, Cal. Baptist (5-1, 2 SV, 2.57 ERA, 56 K, 21 BB)♦UT Andrew Bash, Cal. Baptist (8-2, 2.71 ERA, .399, 14 HR, 61 RBI)♦1B John Glenn, Cal. Baptist (.338, 8 HR, 12 2B, 49 RBI)♦2B Luke Navigato, Cal. Baptist (.286, 5 HR, 10 2B, 35 RBI, 11 SB)♦DH Ryan Mota, Cal. Baptist (.296, 9 HR, 14 2B, 40 RBI)♦LHP Jake Prizina, Seattle (8-1, 3.82 ERA, 92 K, 17 BB)♦3B Austin Lively, Seattle (.316, 2 HR, 10 2B, 25 RBI, 8 SB)♦DH Justin Mazzone, Seattle (.339, 3 HR, 5 2B, 19 RBI)♦OF Chase Wells, Seattle (.293, 2 HR, 8 2B, 25 RBI)♦OF Jacen Roberson, Cal. St. Bakers. (Garces Memorial H.S., CA)♦DH Damian Henderson, Cal. St. Bakers. (Trans. Salt Lake C.C., .378, 7 HR)♦OF Eric Charles, Cal. St. Bakersfield (Trans. Palomar College, CA)♦LHP Edgar Barclay, Cal. St. Bakersfield (Trans. Gateway College)♦SS Andy Atwood, Tex. Rio Grande Val. (Transfer Oregon St. Univ.)♦Relief Ryan Jackson, Tex. Rio G V (7 SV, 3-3, 3.13 ERA, 27 AP, 41 K)♦RHP Conner Dotson, Tex. Rio G V (Tran. Univ. of West Virginia)♦OF Coleman Grubbs, Tex. Rio G V (.329, 3 HR, 11 2B, 26 RBI)♦OF Elijah Alexander, Tex. Rio G V (.281, 4 HR, 13 2B, 23 RBI)♦OF Tyler Lowe, Chicago St. (.376, 8 HR, 5 2B, 41 RBI)♦Relief Joe Fitka, Chicago St. (3 SV, 1-5, 6.04 ERA, 17 AP, 39 K)♦LHP Rodny Valdes, Chicago St. (Trans. Indian Hills C.C., 64 K)♦SS Trevor Howell, Utah Valley (.298, 8 2B, 16 RBI)♦OF Ryan Eastburn, Utah Valley (.304, 5 2B, 24 RBI)♦RHP Jake Carr, Utah Valley (4-1, 6.75 ERA, 28 K, 17 BB)

difference maker behind the plate and offensively.

Last season, he hit .252 with 11 homers, 18 doubles and 44 RBI.

Langeliers only allowed 10 stolen bases behind the plate in 33 attempts last season.LHP Nick LodoloTexas Christian

Lodolo has an elite arm with three quality pitches he can throw for strikes.

He previously was the 41st overall pick in the 2016 MLB Draft by the Pirates.

Lodolo throws with an easy arm action. The ace of the Horned Frogs’ staff was 7-4 last season with a 4.32 ERA and fanned 93 batters with 28 walks.3B Josh JungTexas Tech.

A Collegiate Baseball All-American, Jung put up big offensive numbers last season.

He hit .390 with 12 homers, 17 doubles and 78 RBI.

Jung also is a superb fielder at third base with a plus arm.OF J.J. BledayVanderbilt

The top prospect in the Cape Cod League during the past summer, he has blossomed as a player.

L a s t s e a s o n w i t h t h e Commodores, he hit .368 with 4 homers, 5 doubles and 15 RBI.RHP Drake FellowsVanderbilt

The ace of the staff, he posted a 7-4 record last season, 3.92 ERA, 107 strikeouts and 35 walks over 96 1/3 innings.LHP Zack ThompsonKentucky

The talented southpaw is the ace of the staff.

Last season, he posted a 2-1 record, 4.94 ERA and fanned 42 batters with 20 walks over 31 innings.RHP Kenyon YovanUniv. of Oregon

The staff ace, Yovan is a bulldog

on the mound.Last season, he was 6-4 with 5

saves, a 2.98 ERA and fanned 98 batters with 37 walks. RHP Alek ManoahWest Virginia

Manoah is extremely competitive and is one of the elite pitchers in college baseball.

The ace pitcher had 2 saves, 3-5 record and 4.00 ERA last season with 60 strikeouts and 28 walks.SS Bryson StottNevada-Las Vegas

Stott is solid at shortstop with an above average arm.

At the plate, he is a gap-to-gap hitter with power.

Last season, he hit .365 with 4 homers, 30 doubles, 32 RBI and swiped 14 bases.RHP Carter StewartEastern Florida St. JC

Carter was chosen in the first round (8th choice overall) of the 2018 MLB Draft by the Braves.

He didn’t come to terms.After initially committing to

Mississippi St., he then decided to give a verbal commitment to attend Eastern Florida St. J.C. at the January break as of press time.

His fastball has hit 98 mph and is consistently in the mid-90s. He also has a dynamic curve.RHP Jackson RutledgeSan Jacinto College (TX)

The 6-foot-8 pitcher flashes a 96-98 mph fastball with an 85 mph curve and 86 mph slider.

The transfer from the University of Arkansas could be throwing 100 mph or higher by the spring, according to San Jacinto Head Coach Tom Arrington.

“Just looking at his 6-foot-8, 250-pound frame on the mound can be imposing enough for a hitter,” said Arrington.

“But you top that off with a 95-98 fastball that he threw this fall, and it’s not difficult to project Jackson as a top prospect in the state of Texas.

“Along with his dominant fastball, he throws a slider, change and cutter. All pitches have plus action.

“What is even more impressive is Jackson’s outstanding work ethic and his commitment to his teammates.”SS Logan DavidsonClemson University

A 5-tool player who is expected to be picked in the top half of the first round next June with a good season.

He has power from both sides and plays superb defense. In addition, he is a plus runner and

plus competitor.Last season, he hit .292 with 15

homers, 18 doubles and 46 RBI. He also had 68 strikeouts.SS Will HollandAuburn University

Holland is athletic with power and flashes tremendous skills on defense.

Last season he hit .313 with 12 homers, 18 doubles and 52 RBI.OF/RHP Matt WallnerSouthern Mississippi

A superb 2-way player, Wallner can do it all for the Golden Eagles.

Last season, he hit .351 with 16 homers, 13 doubles and 67 RBI.

As a pitcher, he posted 6 saves with 16 strikeouts.3B Drew MendozaFlorida St.

Mendoza is highly regarded by pro scouts.

Last season, he hit .313 with 7 homers, 17 doubles and 44 RBI.OF Kyle StowersStanford University

A versatile outfielder, he has a plus arm and is skilled at the plate.

Last season, he hit .286 with 10 homers, 10 doubles, 42 RBI and swiped 6 bases.RHP Isaiah CampbellArkansas

Campbell was 5-7 last season with a 4.26 ERA.

He fanned 75 batters with 29 walks.LHP Matt CroninArkansas

The closer for the Razorbacks, Cronin posted 14 saves last season.

In 25 appearances, he posted a 2-2 record and had a 3.54 ERA.OF Dominic FletcherArkansas

The talented centerfielder for the Razorbacks, he hit .288 with 10 homers, 16 doubles and 49 RBI

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last season.RHP Gianluca DalatriNorth Carolina

Dalatri was injured much of last season.

It is the reason he only registered a 2-2 record, 3.33 ERA and struck out 31 in 27 innings of work.

He is a tremendous talent who is expected to be the ace of the Tar Heel staff this season.1B Michael BuschNorth Carolina

Busch is a skilled hitter who can hit for power and also has the ability to drive in runs with men in scoring position.

Last season, he hit .317 with 13 homers, 10 doubles and recorded 63 RBI.OF Kameron MisnerUniv. of Missouri

A 5-tool player, he missed 22 games last season and still paced the team in batting average, doubles, triples, slugging percentage, on-base percentage and stolen bases.

He hit .360 with 4 homers, 9 doubles, 25 RBI and collected 13 stolen bases.2B Chase StrumpfUCLA

Strumpf has power to all fields and is one of the better second basemen nationally.

Last season, he hit .363 with 12 homers, 23 doubles and 53 RBI.1B Michael TogliaUCLA

Toglia is another Bruin with tremendous pro potential.

He hit .336 last season with 11 homers, 24 doubles and 58 RBI for UCLA.SS Will WilsonNorth Carolina St.

An elite offensive player, Wilson has barrel control and power to all fields.

Last season, he hit .307 with 15 homers, 16 doubles and 53 RBI for the Wolfpack.SS Braden ShewmakeTexas A&M

Shewmake can hit, defend, run and hit for power within a 6-foot-4, 190-pound frame.

Last season, he hit .327 with 5 homers, 8 doubles, 45 RBI and 12

Big Time Athletes Head Up Draft Class Of 2019

CALIFORNIA 1B ANDREW VAUGHN…Hit .402 With 23 Homers, 14 Doubles and 63 RBI For the Bears.

DUKE LHP GRAEME STINSON…Projected First Rounder Was 5-1, 1.89 ERA, 98 Strikeouts And 19 Walks For The Blue Devils.

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stolen bases.RHP Matt CanterinoRice University

Canterino has the ability to be a dominating force on the mound.

Last season, he was 7-5 with a 3.06 ERA and fanned 116 batters with only 22 walks over 94 innings.OF Will RobertsonCreighton University

Robertson had a terrific summer in the Cape Cod League last summer.

He has plus power and has become a solid defender as well.

Last season for Creighton, he hit .333 with 12 homer, 17 doubles and 59 RBI.RHP George KirbyElon University

Kirby had a monster year with Elon last season.

He posted a 10-3 record with a 2.89 ERA and struck out 96 batters with 27 walks.RHP Tyler DysonUniv. of Florida

Dyson has elite level ability and is tough to beat when sharp.

Last season, he was 5-3 with a 4.47 ERA, 51 strikeouts and 28 walks over 50 1/3 innings.LHP Erik MillerStanford University

Miller is another in a long line of quality pitchers at Stanford.

He posted a 4-4 record last season with a 4.07 ERA, 52 strikeouts and 23 walks.3B Nick QuintanaUniv. of Arizona

Quintana has tremendous power and plus makeup.

Last season for the Wildcats, he hit .313 with 14 homers, 17 doubles and 55 RBI.SS Cameron CannonUniv. of Arizona

Cannon has the ability to play shortstop, third base of second base and has a tremendous hitting skill set.

Last season he hit .321 with 8 homers, 21 doubles and 50 RBI.1B Logan WyattUniv. of Louisville

Wyatt is a gifted hitter who collected 6 homers, 22 doubles and 69 RBI last season for the Cardinals as he hit .339.

3B Austin ShentonFlorida International

Shenton hit .344 last season and belted 9 home runs with 11 doubles and 29 RBI.LHP Adam LaskeyDuke University

The reigning Cape Cod League Pitcher of The Year had a superb summer with Falmouth as he posted a 5-0 record, 1.18 ERA and struck out 26 batters with 11 walks over 30 1/3 innings.

At Duke last season, he was 6-4 with 61 strikeouts and 38 walks.RHP Ricky DeVitoSeton Hall University

The Big East Conference Pitcher of The Year in 2018 is extremely talented and still has room to

develop.Last season for the Pirates,

DeVito posted a 6-3 record, 1.88 ERA aand struck out 67 batters with 22 walks over 62 1/3 innings.RHP Zack HessLouisiana St.

The ace of the staff, Hess is highly regarded by pro scouts.

Last season, he was 7-6 with a 5.05 ERA and struck out 107 batters with 49 walks over 92 2/3 innings.

During the summer for Team USA, he had three starts and threw 9 innings without allowing an earned run with 6 strikeouts and no walks.OF Wil DaltonUniv. of Florida

A skilled hitter with power, Dalton hit 19 homers last season with 18 doubles and 60 RBI.RHP/1B Tristin EnglishGeorgia Tech.

A two-way talent and Cape Cod League All-Star, English hit .279 with 6 homers, 17 doubles and 60 RBI last season.

On the mound, he was 2-4 with 1 save, 4.11 ERA and 51 strikeouts.OF Bryant PackardEast Carolina

The reigning American Athletic Conference Player of The Year and Collegiate Baseball All-American is one of the top hitters in the nation.

He has the ability to hit for average and power to all fields.

Last season, he hit .406 with 14 homers, 16 doubles and 50 RBI.RHP/3B Conor GrammesXavier University

Grammes is a gifted 2-way player for Xavier.

Last season, he hit .330 with 10 homers, 7 doubles and 27 RBI.

On the mound, he fanned 45 batters in 28 innings with 26 walks.3B Davis WendzelBaylor University

Wendzel hit .310 with 8 homers,

22 RBI and 49 RBI last season.He walked 39 times and was hit

by pitches 12 more times with an on-base percentage of .435.RHP Kyle BrnovichElon University

Brnovich had a huge year for Elon last season.

He struck out 147 batters with only 36 walks and posted an 8-2 record and 1.71 ERA.

Batters only hit .159 against him.RHP Davis DanielAuburn University

Daniel is another tremendous prospect under pitching guru Butch Thompson.

Last season for the Tigers, he was 3-4 with a 4.86 ERA and 70 strikeouts with 32 walks.LHP Drew ParrishFlorida St. Univ.

Parish is the ace of the Seminole pitching staff.

Last season, he posted a 5-1 record, 2.52 ERA and struck out 128 batters with 37 walks.RHP Ryne NelsonUniv.of Oregon

Nelson has an electric arm as his fastball touched 99 mph during a game last season.

He was 3-1 with 4 saves and a 3.86 ERA last season as he struck out 37 batters with 14 walks.RHP Evan McKendryMiami (Fla.)

McKendry finished third in the Atlantic Coast Conference in strikeouts last season with 114.

He has one o f t he be s t changeups in the conference which compliments a very good fastball and slider.

The ace of the pitching staff with the Hurricanes was 7-6 last season with a 3.52 ERA in 87 innings.RHP Greg VelizMiami (Fla.)

The closer for the Hurricanes has flashed a 96 mph fastball.

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Last season, he appeared in five games and posted an 0-1 record and 3.12 ERA with 26 strikeouts and 14 walks.RHP Ryan GarciaUCLA

Garcia had a superb season in 2018.

He posted an 8-1 record, 2.23 ERA and struck out 76 batters with 23 walks over 76 2/3 innings.RHP Jacob WallaceUniv. of Connecticut

The closer for the Huskies made 28 appearances last season and struck out 63 batters.

He also had a 3.95 ERA and posted 3 saves with a 1-0 record.1B Andrew DaschbachStanford University

Daschbach is a powerful hitter who belted 17 homers one season ago.

He also hit 10 doubles and collected 63 RBI.SS Tyler FitzgeraldLouisville

Fitzgerald is a slick fielding shortstop who has speed and can hit.

Last season, he posted a .264 batting average with 17 doubles, 24 RBI and swiped 23 of 24 bases.

He had a good summer in the Cape Cod league which carried into the fall.

His strength and bat skills have improved along with his defense, according to the coaching staff.LHP Chris MurphyUniv. of San Diego

The southpaw posted a 6-5 record last season and 4.20 ERA.

He also struck out 91 batters with 37 walks over 81 1/3 innings.SS Nick GrandeStony Brook

Grande is a Collegiate Baseball All-American and features a great skill set with speed, superb glove and hitting.

Last season for the Seawolves, he hit .377 with 6 homers, 18 doubles,

TEXAS CHRISTIAN LHP NICK LODOLO…7-4 Last Season With 4.32 ERA, 93 Strikeouts And 28 Walks.

TEXAS TECH. 3B JOSH JUNG…Hit .390 With 12 Homers, 17 Doubles And 78 RBI.

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LHP Mason FeoleUniv. of Connecticut

Feole flashes a 90-94 mph fastball with a funky windup.

He has a superb curveball and changeup in his pitching repertoire.

Last season for the Huskies, he was 9-2 with a 2.50 ERA and fanned 120 batters with 49 walks.RHP Xzavian CurryGeorgia Tech.

The ace of the staff, Curry was 8-4 last season with a 4.18 ERA.

He fanned 101 batters with only 23 walks.C Kyle McCannGeorgia Tech.

McCann is a polished hitter.Last season, he hit .300 with 15

homers, 10 doubles and 45 RBI.LHP Mitchell SengerStetson University

Senger works fast and is tough to get into a rhythm against.

Last season for the Hatters, he was 9-2 with a 2.51 ERA and fanned 114 batters with 28 walks over 93 1/3 innings.RHP Ryan ZeferjahnUniv. of Kansas

The ace of the staff, Zeferjahn had 100 strikeouts last season with 39 walks.

He posted an 8-5 record and 4.48 ERA over 80 innings of work.RHP Gavin HollowellSt. John’s University

The closer for the Red Storm, he can run it up to the plate with a fastball in the high 90s and is very projectable.

Last season for St. John’s, he was 3-0 with a 2.16 ERA in 25 appearances with 34 strikeouts.RHP Zach PeekWinthrop University

The ace of the staff, Peek’s fastball has been up to 95-96 mph in the Cape Cod League last summer.

Last season, he was 6-5 with a 3.74 ERA and fanned 99 batters with 24 walks.

2B Michael MasseyUniv. of Illinois

Massey is one of the top 50 hitters in college baseball and also is a gifted defensive player as he won a 2018 Rawlings Gold Glove.

Last season, he hit .326 with 6 homers, 17 doubles and 46 RBI.LHP Cody BradfordBaylor University

The ace of the pitching staff posted a 7-6 record last season with a 2.51 ERA.

He fanned 87 batters with 26 walks.RHP Jensen ElliottOklahoma St. Univ.

The 6-foot-6, 217-pound Elliott is the ace of the Cowboy staff.

Last season he was limited to 10 2/3 innings and four appearances as he recovered from Tommy John surgery the previous season. SS David HamiltonUniv. of Texas

An elite athlete, he is a superb defensive shortstop at Texas.

His offensive approach has improved, and he has tremendous speed on the base paths.

Last season, he hit .291 with 6 homers, 7 doubles, 37 RBI and swiped 31 bases.RHP Andre PallanteU.C. Irvine

Pallante has been up to 95 mph with his fastball and has three quality secondary pitches.

He was 10-1 last season with the Anteaters and registered a 1.60 ERA with 115 strikeouts and only 30 walks over 101 innings.

Pallante played for Team USA last summer as well.C Carter BinsFresno St. Univ.

Bins is an elite, athletic catcher who is well rounded with his defensive skills.

At the plate, he hit .301 with 7 homers, 18 doubles and 39 RBI last season.LHP John DoxakisTexas A&M

Doxakis has an 89-93 mph fastball with excellent feel and deception along with a wipeout slider.

The ace of the staff was 8-5 last season with a 2.70 ERA, 92 strikeouts and 29 walks.3B/RHP Aaron SchunkUniv. of Georgia

A remarkable 2-way player, Schunk will patrol third base and also be the closer for the Bulldogs.

Last season, he hit .299 with 3

homers, 12 doubles and 38 RBI.On the mound, he posted 8 saves,

a 2-2 record and 3.00 ERA in 20 appearances.SS Cam ShepherdUniv. of Georgia

Shepherd hits for average and power and is a plus defender.

Last season, he hit .244 with 5 homers, 12 doubles and 37 RBI.RHP Parker CaracciUniv. of Mississippi

Armed with a 92-96 mph fastball, Caracci pitched for Team USA during the past summer.

The closer for the Rebels, he posted 10 saves last season, 5-2 record and a 2.25 ERA over 27 appearances with 73 strikeouts.RHP Will EthridgeUniv. of Mississippi

Ethridge has a true 3-pitch mix with good stuff and is a strike thrower.

His velocity has increased and secondary stuff has become sharper.

Last season, he posted a 3-1 record, 3 saves, 3.91 ERA over 26 appearances and also had 53 strikeouts.LHP Ken WaldichuckSaint Mary’s

Waldichuck put up impressive strikeout numbers last year with 118 over 92 1/3 innings while only walking 21.

He also had an 8-4 record and 2.05 ERA.RHP Hunter PerdueSt. College of Florida

The 6-foot-3, 195-pounder posted a 10-1 record last season with a 3.97 ERA.

He struck out 74 batters with 32 walks and threw two complete games.SS Ivan JohnsonChipola College (FL)

A switch hitter, the 6-foot, 200-pounder played at the University of Georgia last season.

He hit .239 over 32 games with 2 doubles, 4 RBI and 6 stolen bases.

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FIRST TEAMPitchers Pos Player School W L ERA G GS CG SV IP H BB SOLHP Mason Feole Connecticut 9 2 2.50 16 16 1 0 100.6 82 49 120 RHP Andre Pallante U.C. Irvine 10 1 1.60 15 15 0 0 101.3 77 30 115RHP Kevin Abel Oregon St. 8 1 2.88 23 7 1 1 81.3 51 46 108RHP Kyle Brnovich Elon 8 2 1.71 15 15 1 0 105.0 57 36 147LHP Drew Parrish Florida St. 5 1 2.52 16 16 2 0 107.0 71 37 128Relief Jack Little Stanford 3 0 0.60 25 0 0 16 45.3 26 8 58

Position Players Pos Player School AVG AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB C•• Adley Rutschman Oregon St. .408 250 56 102 22 3 9 83 53 40 11B Andrew Vaughn California .402 199 59 80 14 0 23 63 44 18 41B Spencer Torkelson Arizona St. .320 206 59 66 12 0 25 53 38 44 42B Chase Strumpf UCLA .363 226 59 82 23 1 12 53 45 53 23B Josh Jung Texas Tech. .392 263 69 103 17 6 12 80 39 32 4SS Nick Grande Stony Brook .377 207 59 78 18 1 6 28 28 43 32OF Jake Mangum Mississippi St. .351 288 63 101 22 3 3 33 30 29 14OF Parker Phillips Austin Peay St. .315 197 47 62 13 0 19 62 21 51 4OF Bryant Packard East Carolina .406 219 51 89 16 0 14 50 20 46 6DH Kevin Strohschein Tennessee Tech. .375 283 69 106 18 3 18 67 30 44 1UT Matt Wallner Southern Mississippi Hitting: (.351, 16 HR, 13 2B, 67 RBI) Pitching: (6 SV, 1-0, 12 AP,16 K, 4 BB)

SECOND TEAMPitchers Pos Player School W L ERA G GS CG SV IP H BB SORHP Sean Mooney St. John’s 11 3 2.56 16 16 0 0 95.0 74 28 104 LHP Graeme Stinson Duke 5 1 1.89 23 4 0 0 62.0 43 19 98RHP Patrick Fredrickson Minnesota 9 0 1.86 19 15 0 0 97.0 71 27 73LHP Nick Lodolo Texas Christian 7 4 4.32 16 15 0 0 77.0 80 28 93LHP Mitchell Senger Stetson 9 2 2.51 15 13 4 0 93.3 66 28 114RHP Ricky DeVito Seton Hall 6 3 1.88 12 12 0 0 62.3 42 22 67LHP Ken Waldichuk St. Mary’s 8 4 2.05 14 14 0 0 92.3 68 21 118RHP Caleb Kilian Texas Tech. 9 3 3.24 20 11 0 0 72.3 60 28 63RHP Bryce Fehmel Oregon St. 10 1 3.19 20 20 1 0 113.0 98 27 64 RHP Kenyon Yovan Oregon 6 4 2.98 21 10 1 5 84.2 61 37 98LHP Sean Mellen Northeastern 10 3 2.28 14 13 0 0 79.0 49 37 81RHP Drake Fellows Vanderbilt 7 4 3.92 16 16 0 0 96.3 75 35 107Relief Parker Caracci Mississippi 5 2 2.25 27 0 0 10 48.0 38 14 73Relief Zach Schneider Florida Atlantic 7 1 2.61 24 1 0 15 31.0 30 14 21Relief Connor Sechler Missouri St. 7 1 2.98 32 0 0 8 54.3 41 22 59Relief Casey Legumina Gonzaga 3 3 2.77 26 0 0 13 48.6 45 7 52Relief Mac McCarty Va. Commonwealth 1 1 3.26 30 0 0 16 38.6 32 13 36

Position Players Pos Player School AVG AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB C Shea Langeliers Baylor .252 226 49 57 18 2 11 44 35 45 4 C Drew Millas Missouri St. .321 212 36 68 13 2 7 61 35 41 3 C Nic Gaddis Jacksonville St. .324 207 45 67 18 3 10 55 32 38 61B Nic Ready Air Force .341 229 56 78 18 2 20 74 22 62 61B Logan Wyatt Louisville .339 230 51 78 22 1 6 69 63 37 12B Cory Wood Coastal Carolina .296 223 61 66 19 1 0 22 52 23 172B Zach Biggers Navy .343 213 43 73 20 3 1 32 19 28 33B Drew Mendoza Florida St. .313 224 44 70 17 1 7 44 46 63 3SS Will Wilson N.C. State .307 238 50 73 16 3 15 53 27 41 1OF Gabe Holt Texas Tech. .348 270 70 94 13 3 6 44 38 35 29OF Jeremy Ydens UCLA .350 217 50 76 17 5 6 38 20 50 13OF Ryan Ward Bryant .409 247 51 101 22 5 8 52 21 10 9UT Matt Lloyd Indiana Hitting: (.275, 9 HR, 15 2B, 41 RBI) Pitching: (4-2, 7 SV, 1.54 ERA, 22 K, 5 BB)

THIRD TEAMPitchers Pos Player School W L ERA G GS CG SV IP H BB SO LHP Cody Bradford Baylor 7 6 2.51 14 14 2 0 96.6 85 26 87 RHP Noah Song Navy 6 5 1.92 14 14 5 0 89.0 55 41 121RHP Matt Eardensohn Coastal Carolina 7 0 2.18 20 1 0 6 57.6 38 14 51RHP Tanner Burns Auburn 7 4 3.01 17 17 0 0 86.6 73 37 77RHP Brendan Beck Stanford 8 0 2.43 17 12 0 1 66.6 56 12 38RHP John Baker Ball St. 5 5 3.68 15 15 2 0 95.3 78 33 118LHP Samuel Strickland Samford 8 2 2.33 15 14 1 0 81.0 52 15 87Relief Chris Mauloni Jacksonville 3 2 2.53 28 0 0 20 32.0 23 11 48Relief Max Meyer Minnesota 2 3 2.06 26 0 0 16 43.6 25 13 54Relief Jake Mulholland Oregon St. 2 2 2.20 31 0 0 16 45.0 30 11 42Relief Caden O’Brien North Carolina 7 0 2.62 30 2 0 0 48.0 30 27 52Relief T.J. Stuart Manhattan 6 2 2.57 25 2 0 10 63.0 38 27 50Relief Nick Robino Wagner 7 4 3.09 25 0 0 7 46.6 33 25 56

Position Players Pos Player School AVG AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB C Justin Bardwell Fordham .284 201 28 57 20 0 0 36 18 28 4 C Nic Kahle Washington .293 232 45 68 20 0 6 37 31 31 01B Rudy Rott Ohio .355 214 48 76 15 2 15 50 30 38 31B Trevor Snyder Morehead St. .335 251 56 84 14 0 18 69 16 34 01B Michael Toglia UCLA .336 226 51 76 24 0 11 58 48 60 51B Zach Biermann Coastal Carolina .302 212 57 64 14 1 13 57 35 46 22B Le Bassett Mercer .282 149 33 42 4 2 17 60 18 51 02B Michael Massey Illinois .326 218 34 71 17 3 6 46 12 25 22B Bryan Arias Texas-San Antonio .335 221 49 74 16 3 8 35 29 52 123B Brylie Ware Oklahoma .331 239 29 79 20 2 1 41 19 28 23B Nick Quintana Arizona .313 211 49 66 17 0 14 55 32 47 03B Drew Frederic Troy .331 242 63 80 20 3 7 54 35 65 28SS Bryson Stott Nevada-Las Vegas .365 252 61 92 30 3 4 32 32 18 14SS Logan Davidson Clemson .292 250 60 73 18 0 15 46 43 68 10SS Casey Martin Arkansas .345 252 50 87 14 0 13 49 27 64 8OF Colin Simpson Oklahoma St. .280 225 48 63 13 0 18 51 37 62 8OF Wil Dalton Florida .262 275 60 72 18 1 19 60 25 74 8OF Ryan Olenek Mississippi .350 237 35 83 18 0 3 29 10 17 9OF Daniel Cabrera Louisiana St. .315 219 38 69 18 2 8 54 34 36 2OF Stephen Scott Vanderbilt .268 168 42 45 11 0 15 41 34 50 6UT Casey Schmitt San Diego St. Hitting: (.264, 12 2B, 32 RBI) Pitching: (1-1, 9 SV, 0.28 ERA, 21 AP, 24 K)

RHP Kyle BrnovichElon University• 8-2 record• 1.71 ERA, 147 K

LHP Drew ParrishFlorida St. Univ.• 5-1 record• 2.52 ERA, 128 K

Relief Jack LittleStanford University• 16 saves• 0.60 ERA, 58 K

C Adley RutschmanOregon St. Univ.• .408 batting avg.• 9 HR, 22 2B, 83 RBI

1B - Andrew VaughnUniv. of California• .402 batting avg.• 23 HR, 14 2B

3B - Josh JungTexas Tech. Univ.• .392 batting avg.• 12 HR, 17 2B

2B - Chase StrumpfU. of Calif.-Los Angeles• .363 batting avg.• 12 HR, 23 2B

SS - Nick GrandeStony Brook• .377 batting avg.• 18 2B, 32 SB

OF- Jake MangumMississippi St. Univ.• .351 batting avg.• 22 2B, 14 SB

OF - Bryant PackardEast Carolina Univ.• .406 batting avg.• 14 HR, 16 2B

DH - Kevin StrohscheinTennessee Tech. Univ.• .375 batting avg.• 18 HR, 18 2B

UT - Matt WallnerSouthern Mississippi• .351, 16 HR, 13 2B• 6 SV, 12 AP, 16 K

OF - Parker PhillipsAustin Peay St.• .315 batting avg.• 19 HR, 13 2B

RHP Kevin AbelOregon St. Univ.• 8-1 record• 2.88 ERA, 108 K

RHP Andre PallanteU. of Calif.-Irvine• 10-1 record• 1.60 ERA, 115 K

LHP Mason FeoleUniv. of Connecticut• 9-2 record• 2.50 ERA, 120 K

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Blue-Chip NCAA Division II Players Listed For 2019

CF JALEN GARCIA.351, 9 HR, 20 2B, 51 RBI, 25 SB For Montana St. Billings

TUCSON, Ariz. — The following list of top players for 2019 was prepared by the American Baseball Coaches Association’s NCAA Division II All America Committee. chaired by Rudy Garbalosa of Lynn University.Atlantic RegionPre-Season All Americans

OF Brenton Doyle, ShepherdINF/C Christian Hamel, ShepherdOF Nick Atkinson, ShepherdOF/1B Justin Smith, ShepherdP Ryan Potts, ShepherdP Tyler Garbee, MercyhurstRP Wyatt Daugherty, Slippery RockSS Joe Campagna, Slippery RockP Michael Stout, Fairmont StateOF Nick Stotler, Seton HillOF Coby Eckstine, West LibertyINF Jared Melone, West ChesterP Eli Nabholz, MillersvilleP Cordell Shannon, MillersvilleP Zack Sims, Shippensburg

Players To WatchC/1B Ed Nottingham, ShepherdOF Jimmy Cramer, Salem1B Eric Fairman, California of PAOF Chris Eisel, Indiana of PAP Russell Lamovec, MercyhurstP Chris Anastas, Slippery RockP/DH Cole Parks, Winston Salem

StateOF/P Carson Freeman, East Strouds-

burgC Tyler Hill, Fairmont StateP Kenny Wells, Seton HillP Parker Dyson, West LibertySS Colin Bishop, KutztownP Jon Fisher, West Chester2B Kaylor Kulina, MillersvilleP Ashton Raines, BloomsburgP Evan McAndrew, MansfieldP Michael Hope, ShippensburgINF Jack Shi rk , P i t t sburgh a t

JohnstownOF Chandler Palyas, ClarionP Brady Walker, Pi t tsburgh at

JohnstownINF Gianfranco Morello, CharlestonOF Colby Johnson, CharlestonP Scott Leitholf, Lock HavenC Nate Cardy, Gannon

Newcomers To WatchINF Dalton Stewart, ShepherdLHP/OF Walker Dodero, SalemINF/P Jake McCaskey, California of

PAC Dom DeRenzo, MercyhurstP Cole Weaver, UrbanaP/INF Colin Cain, Slippery RockOF EP Reese, Winston Salem StateP Cam Voss, East StroudsburgOF/DH Zach Musgrove, Fairmont

StateINF Tommy Pellis, Seton HillOF Niko Petrides, West LibertyP Eric Petroski, KutztownOF/1B Joe Zirolli, West ChesterP Kris Pirozzi, MillersvilleOF Carter Chasanov, BloomsburgSS Josh Kulina, MansfieldOF Anthony Vavaroutsos, Shippens-

burg Central RegionPre-Season All Americans

RHP Louie Varland, Concordia-St. Paul

1B Reed Hjelle, UM-CrookstonSS Alex Pimentel, SW Oklahoma

StateOF Mitch Mallek, St. Cloud StateOF Riley Johnson, AugustanaOF Mason Janvrin, Central MissouriDH Reece Garvie, Pittsburg StateP Dominic Austing, St. Cloud StateRP Trevor Dudar, NW Missouri StateRHP/OF Alex Achtermann, Pittsburg

StateOF Riley Johnson, Augustana

Players To WatchOF Michael Borst, Minot StateOF/C Carter Schmidt, Concordia-St.

Paul1B/3B Jordan Barth, AugustanaOF Zac Cain, Upper IowaOF Travis Miller, Wayne State (NE)OF Riley Hickerson, Arkansas Tech1B/DH Judah Zickafoose, NW

Oklahoma StateP Zac Shoemaker, Missouri SouthernOF Jesus Payan, Mary1B Sam Kohnle, Winona State3B Jordan Johnson, Arkansas-

MonticelloRHP Luke Chevalier, Northern State1B Mathew Meyer, St. Cloud StateP Luke Lucas, Central MissouriRHP Blake Beckman, LindenwoodOF/1B Jake Gozzo, Oklahoma BaptistRHP Caleb Bly, Oklahoma BaptistOF Nolan Fertig, HardingRHP Josh Ramirez, WashburnCF Garrett Perez, Southern Nazarene1B Josh Rehwaldt, Sioux FallsSS Bryan Miranda, SW Oklahoma

StateNewcomers To Watch

LHP RJ Martinez, Minot StateRHP/OF Alex Achtermann, Pittsburg

StateRHP Peyton Zabel, AugustanaINF John Magnuson, Upper IowaOF Brendan Madsen, Wayne State

(NE)3B Evan Hafley, Arkansas TechRHP Parker McRae, MaryRHP Kyle Gendron, Winona StateOF Najee Gaskins, St. Cloud StateRHP John Werner, Northern StateO F N a t e E n g l i s h , A r k a n s a s -

MonticelloOF Kyle Stevens, LindenwoodRHP Shane Kelso, Oklahoma BaptistRHP Ryder Yakel, HardingINF Lane Harvey, WashburnC Jack Campbell, Southern Nazarene3B Casey Markham, Sioux Falls1B/P Tanner Long, SW Oklahoma

StateEast RegionPre-Season All Americans

RHP Brandon Lamanna, New HavenC Eric Gilham, Chestnut HillDH/UT Rosario Missiti, Post1B Andrew Taft, LeMoyneLHP Dan Wirchansky, Pace

Players To WatchOF Matt Chamberlain, New HavenP Billy Bethel, Chestnut Hill3B Thomas Blandini, Southern New

Hampshire2B Justin Decker, DominicanOF/P Matt Overton, MolloyLHP Greg Musk, St. RoseINF Bret Malm, AdelphiP Ryan Murphy, LeMoyneOF Nick Lambert, Southern Connecticut

StateOF Jordan Stennett, Univ. of SciencesOF Matt Almonte, PaceC/3B Herman Alvarado, NyackP Chase Morris, Nyack2B/P Matt Costanza, American

International CollegeLHP/DH Brandon Abdul, Goldey

BeacomOF Tim Brodhag, Jefferson

Newcomers To WatchP/OF Thomas Elleto, New HavenOF Franklin Ramirez, Chestnut Hill1B Dylan Faircloth, Southern New

HampshireINF/OF Billy Rotella, Dominican1B Tyler Melko, PostOF Jermaine White, St. Michaels1B/LHP Patrick Hoffman, MolloyP Frank Pizzo, St. RoseOF Tim Feliz, AdelphiC Ty Syta, LeMoyneP Ronnie Rossamando, Southern

Connecticut StateOF Matt McClennen, Univ. of

SciencesOF Joe Curcio, PaceLHP/1B Dave Gauthier, NyackP Ethan Teixera, American International

CollegeOF Marquise Wood, Goldey BeacomP Tim Brodhag, Jefferson

Midwest RegionPre-Season All Americans

OF Jake Gleason, Grand Valley StateOF David Vinsky, NorthwoodL H P A n d r e w D e a n , I l l i n o i s -

SpringfieldR H P J u s t i n R e v e l s , I l l i n o i s -

SpringfieldRHP Eric Mullet, MaloneCF E than Har r i son , Trevecca

NazareneLHP Eddie Mathis, Bellarmine2B Cody Birdsong, QuincySP Nick Stroud, QuincyOF Eric Conner, Walsh1B Carson Mittermaier, AshlandOF Cody Bridges, Kentucky Wesleyan1B Joseph Burke, Kentucky WesleyanC Colin Kaucher, Ohio Dominican

Players To Watch1B Ryan Blake-Jones, Grand Valley

StateSS Jake Hoover, HillsdaleRHP Austin Krizan, Southern IndianaOF Trace Peterson, Lake ErieSS Evan Kayser, Truman StateLHP Lennon Gwizdala, NorthwoodP Nicolas Rana, Wisconsin ParksideC / U T J o h n S e c h e n , I l l i n o i s -

SpringfieldSS Ethan Owens, DruryOF Turner Hill, MaloneLHP Jesse Peters, Trevecca NazareneOF/RHP Zac Wiley, BellarmineRHP/INF Louis Niemerg, Maryville1B Michael Nielsen, QuincyOF Kyle Orloff, IndianapolisRHP Peter Hamot, LewisOF John Heckman, Tiffin1B Andrew Czech, WalshRHP Devin Peters, AshlandP/1B Dillon Whitten, Oakland CityP Chris Johnson, Kentucky Wesleyan1B Alex Van Pelt, RockhurstP Mark Delas, Findlay3B Jacob Buchberger, DavenportC Justin Kelly, Wayne StateRHP/OF Levi Brening, McKendreeSP Dalton Erger, Missouri S&TLHP Ryan Valentine, Ohio Valley

Newcomers To WatchRHP Christian Sidoti, Grand Valley

StateRHP Cody Kanclerz, HillsdaleOF Manny Lopez, Southern IndianaINF/P Jackson Miller, Lake Erie2B Steven Bradbury, Truman State1B/OF Cole Brooks, NorthwoodP Peyton Schneider, Wisconsin

ParksideSS Dashon Moore, Illinois-Springfield

RHP Kaleb Schmidt, DruryINF Tyson Gingerich, MaloneSS Trey Vanderpool , Trevecca

NazareneLHP Shane Barringer, BellarmineLHP Cody Siebenberger, MaryvilleRHP/1B/OF Lance Logsdon, QuincyRHP Luke Ostenson, IndianapolisOF Julian Everett, Lewis1B/OF Hunter Havekost, Tiffin3B Garett Robberts, AshlandINF Brayden Sisson, Kentucky

WesleyanRHP Peyton Smith, RockhurstRHP Evan Marquardt, DavenportINF Max Hendricks, Wayne StateRHP Jared Timmerman, McKendreeOF Keegan Baxmeyer, Missouri S&TOF Bryen Kimbrough Jr., Ohio ValleyRHP/MIF Manny Vorhees, Ohio

DominicanSouth RegionPre-Season All Americans

1B Blaine Crim, Mississippi CollegeSS Matthew Jones, West FloridaINF/UT Peyton Isaacson, Saint LeoOF Cade Marlowe, West GeorgiaOF Nick DeTringo, TampaOF Samuel Duran, Nova SoutheasternP JT Salter, West AlabamaP Banks Woodley, Shorter2B Kyle Marsh, Embry RiddleP Keven Pimentel, TampaP Alex Pondick, Montevallo

Players To Watch2B Tom Archer, LynnRHP Cameron Enck, Rollins3B Billy Caeron, Mississippi CollegeSS Jason Cryar, Montevallo1B Jacob Teter, Florida SouthernOF Amir Wright, Saint Leo3B Miguel Pimentel, LeeOF Zach Howard, Embry RiddleOF Andrew Rapoza, BarryRHP/OF Christian Demby, Nova

Southeastern2B Brian Dansereau, West GeorgiaC/OF Matthew Sullivan, St. Edward’s

Newcomers To WatchRHP Nick Prather, LynnRHP Dutch Daczkowski, RollinsOF Chauncry Callier, Mississippi

CollegeUT Ty Wooten, MontevalloRHP Cooper Bradford, Florida

Southern1B/3B Jacob Reimold, Saint LeoINF Alan Smith, LeeINF Michael Lawson, Embry RiddleRHP Myles Gayman, BarryC G a r r e t t Wo l f o r t h , N o v a

SoutheasternC Dan Oberst, West GeorgiaP Andrew Vaccacio, St. Edward’s

South Central RegionPre-Season All Americans

C Mikey Gangwish, Colorado School of Mines

C Andrew Pratt, Lubbock Christian1B Donnie Perez, St. Mary’sSS Nick Novak, Angelo StateINF Dakota Popham, CSU-PuebloOF Hunter Douglas, Colorado MesaOF Trevor Kehe, Colorado School of

MinesOF Joe Popp, Colorado School of

MinesOF Logan Allen, Arkansas-Fort SmithDH Blake Holub, St. Edward’sP Zach De La Garza, St. Mary’sP Joe Corbett, West Texas A&MP Tyler Blomster, Colorado School of

MinesP Tyler Lesley, Angelo StateRP Korbin Polly, Arkansas-Fort Smith

Players To WatchSS Jorge Napoles, Texas A&M

International1B Gilbert Sauceda, Colorado State-

Pueblo3B Caleb Farmer, Colorado MesaSS Nic Novak, Angelo StateOF Connor Rochon, Regis UniversityOF Chris Padilla, Eastern New

MexicoP Tyler Flores, Texas A&M-KingsvilleP Chandler Casey, Lubbock Christian2B Tyler Hollow, Dixie State1B Jace Selsor, Colorado School of

MinesP Alex Rivera, UT Permian BasinSS Zach Mann, Rogers StateOF Hunter Markwardt, Oklahoma

ChristianP Trey Morris, St. Edward’s

Newcomers To Watch2B Philip Sanchez, Texas A&M

InternationalOF Tyler Parker, Tarleton StateP Beau Brieske, Colorado State-

PuebloP Nathan Wilson, Colorado MesaO F J u s t i n K l e i n s o rg e , R e g i s

UniversityP Brett Burrington, Texas A&M-

KingsvilleOF Hill Alexander, Lubbock Christian

OF Lane Pritchard, Dixie StateP/C/OF Nash Neff, Colorado School

of MinesOF Pemron Burrows, Texas-Permian

Basin3B Nick Follett, Rogers State3B Kev in Co l lye r, Ok lahoma

ChristianP Robbie Evans, St. Edward’s

Southeast RegionPre-Season All Americans

P Kolton Ingram, Columbus StateOF Luke Jackson, UNC Pembroke2B Dalton Martin, TusculumP Tucker Burgess, North GreenvilleC Andres Perez, North GeorgiaOF Connor Grant, North GreenvilleP Ethan Elliot, Lincoln MemorialC Matt Honeycutt, Mars Hill1B Matthew Miller, Georgia College2B Seth Hartings, UNC Pembroke3B Chase Allen, LimestoneSS Colin Allman, NewberryOF Austin Pharr, Columbus StateDH Connor Grainger, UNC PembrokeRP Bradley Cammack, Georgia

CollegeOF Nate Estes, Mount OliveSS Tyler Adams, Lincoln Memorial

Players To WatchSS Jeremy Simpson, Catawba1B Quinton Bent, Southern WesleyanRHP Mitchell Spence, USC AikenRHP Austin Turgeon, Wingate1B Aaron Anderson, FlaglerP Josh Vincent, ChowanOF Chandler Castleberry, AndersonOF Brett Brubaker, Mars HillUT JT Stone, Mount OliveRHP Parker Morrison, North Georgia1B Colby Warren, BartonRHP Jon Koski, CokerOF Wesley Wommack, Georgia

CollegeCF Dalton Hyman, NewberryOF/LHP Jonathon Martin, Georgia

SouthwesternRHP John Grigg, Lenoir RhyneOF Ethan Baucom, UNC Pembroke

Newcomers To WatchOF Bryce Butler, CatawbaOF/P Tanner G las s , Sou the rn

WesleyanOF Eric McGirt, USC AikenOF Ricky Clark, WingateP Blair Calvo, FlaglerC Jared Fry, ChowanOF Cody Adams, AndersonC Zach Smith, Mount OliveLHP Jakob Ryan, BartonSS Casey Demko, CokerUT Will Hudgins, Georgia CollegeC Kenny Bergmann, NewberryR H P C o l e G a r r e t t , G e o r g i a

SouthwesternOF EJ Ranel, Lenoir Rhyne

West RegionPre-Season All Americans

CF Jalen Garcia, Montana State Billings

INF Brady Dorn, San Francisco StateINF Kyle Czaplak, Cal State Monterey

BayOF TJ Dove, Cal State Monterey BayOF Micah Pries, Point LomaOF Nic Hernandez, Cal Poly PomonaC Justin Gomez, Azusa PacificINF Alex Eliopulas, UC San DiegoINF Jackson Kritsch, San Francisco

StateP Preston Mott, UC San Diego

Players To WatchRHP Connor Stevenson, Central

WashingtonRHP Steen Fredickson, Montana State

BillingsOF Austin Feist, St. MartinsINF Shay Whitcomb, UC San DiegoRHP Ian Codina, Dominguez HillsRHP Isaac Mitchum, ConcordiaRHP Chase Wheatfield, StanislausRHP Connor Fabing, Cal State Monterey

BayOF Jack Harris, San Francisco StateINF Kyle Csakan, Cal State San

BernardinoRHP Alex Garcia, Fresno PacificINF Mychael Goudreau, Azusa PacificINF Adam Hollar, East BayINF Drew Cowley, Cal Poly Pomona

Newcomers To WatchLHP/OF Ryland Tinsley, Stanislaus1B Jeremy Conant, Cal Poly PomonaP Jarrod Molnaa, Montana State

BillingsP Luke Mattson, UC San Diego1B Peirson Loska, Dominguez HillsINF Damon Peters, ConcordiaOF Kyle Dean, Cal State Monterey

BayRHP/OF Riley Cleaey, San Francisco

StateRHP Allen Vasques, Cal State San

BernardinoRHP James Acuna, Azusa PacificLHP Brian Martinez, East BayLHP Zach Noll, Point Loma

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2019 NCAA Div. IIBaseball Top 40Rank School (2018 Record) Points 1. Augustana (52-9) 628 2. Tampa (42-11) 625 3. Columbus St. (48-15) 622 4. Florida Southern (45-11-1) 620 5. Texas A&M-Kingsville (42-17) 617 6. Georgia College (44-12) 615 7. Southern New Hampshire (41-17) 614 8. Azusa Pacific (41-11) 609 9. North Greenville (46-10) 60510. Delta St. (42-11) 602

Second Ten11. Mercyhurst (36-15) 59812. Colorado Mesa (43-16) 59513. Southern Arkansas (41-19) 59214. U.C. San Diego (43-17) 58815. Southern Indiana (36-23) 58616. Cal. Poly Pomona (30-24) 58317. Illinois Springfield (47-9) 58118. West Texas A&M (40-14) 57719. Mount Olive (36-14-1) 57520. Nova Southeastern (35-16) 572

Third Ten21. Chico St. (31-24) 56922. Central Missouri (39-17) 56523. Saint Leo (38-11) 56224. Millersville (37-20) 56025. Colorado School Of Mines (37-18) 55726. New Haven (39-12) 55527. Cal. St. Monterey Bay (39-18) 55328. Bellarmine (38-19) 55129. St. Thomas Aquinas (39-15) 54830. Seton Hill (34-22) 544

Fourth Ten 31. Franklin Pierce (33-15-1) 54132. West Chester (31-17) 53933. Le Moyne (34-17-1) 53634. Central Oklahoma (37-21) 53335. Quincy (41-18) 53136. Belmont Abbey (40-14) 52837. St. Mary’s, TX (35-18) 52538. West Florida (32-19) 52139. St. Cloud St. (30-17) 51840. UNC Pembroke (39-15) 515 Lubbock Christian (34-20) 515 Minnesota St.-Mankato (31-16) 515Also Receiving Votes: Point Loma, Ohio Dominican, S.C. Aiken, Northwood, Ash-land, Lynn, Mississippi College, Montevallo, Montana St.-Billings, Arkansas-Monticello, Flagler, Lee, Francis Marion, Wingate, In-dianapolis, Drury, North Georgia, Oklahoma Baptist, Catawba, Felician, Molloy, Slippery Rock, Minot St., Merrimack, Charleston, Tar-leton St., Adelphi, Pittsburg St., Wayne St. (MI), Winston Salem St.

Source: NCAA Division II Poll Committee

(.348, 12 HR, 13 2B, 54 RBI). “We have a lot of new faces this year, and we lost some key players from last season,” said Head Coach Lance Niekro. “Look for the new guys to step in and contribute.”

5. TEXAS A&M-KINGSVILLECOACH: Jason Gonzalez (320-217 in 10 years with the Javelinas)

2018 RECORD 42-17

2018 FINISH: South Central Regional champions

TOP RETURNEES: OF Manny Loredo (.352, 6 HR, 10 2B, 39 RBI, 4 SB); 2B Kohl Ullman (.328, 1 HR, 14 2B, 43 RBI, 16 SB); SS Alex Gonzalez (.286, 6 2B, 30 RBI, 5 SB); OF Dylan Hutcheson (.259, 4 2B, 24 RBI, 16 SB); 1B Pablo Hernandez (.256, 6 HR, 15 2B, 42 RBI,14 SB); 3B Giancarlo Servin (.295, 2 HR, 5 2B, 15 RBI, 1 SB); C Will Arnold (.271, 1 HR, 3 2B, 18 RBI, 5 SB); LHP Tyler Flores (7-1, 2.91 ERA, 65 IP, 79 K, 20 BB, 2 SV); LHP Preston Plovanich (6-2, 6.08 ERA, 63.2 IP, 58 K, 27 BB); RHP Joshua Valdez (6 SV, 1-2, 3.24 ERA, 19 AP, 53 K, 15 BB); LHP Alex Canul (0 SV, 2.79 ERA, 11 AP, 10 K, 7 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Brett Burrington (Weatherford College); OF Seth Spinn (Temple College); OF Austin DeLeon (Panola College); C Cameron Melcher (Midland College); RHP Eric Sanchez (Nebraska-Kearney transfer); RHP Zach Boyett (Weatherford College).

KEY LOSSES: C Christian Caudle (2nd Team All-LSC, All-Conference defensive team); 3B Levi Zents (ABCA, NCBWA, D2 CCA All-Region team); OF Dallas Stefano (.333, 11 2B, 4 3B); P Jarred Taylor (5-1, 3.66 ERA, 46.2 IP, 41 K); P Kyle Craft (2nd Team All-LSC, 6-1, 2.91 ERA, 52.2 IP).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Javelinas posted a 42-17 record last season and return five position player starters and three key pitchers. Headliners include LHP Tyler Flores (7-1, 2.91 ERA, 79 K), RHP Brett Burrington (transfer Weatherford J.C., TX), OF Manny Loredo (.352, 6 HR, 10 2B, 39 RBI), 2B Kohl Ullman (.328, 14 2B, 43 RBI, 16 SB), 1B Pablo Hernandez (.256, 6 HR, 15 2B, 42 RBI, 14 SB). “We have a veteran nucleus back as well as veteran pitching and talented newcomers,” said Head Coach Jason Gonzalez.

6. GEORGIA COLLEGECOACH: Jason Eller (79-27 with the Bobcats; 145-106 overall)

2018 RECORD 44-12

2018 FINISH: 1-2 at North Greenville Regional

TOP RETURNEES: OF Wesley Wommack (.390, 15 2B, 52 RBI, 11 SB); SS Cal Gentry (.300, 13 2B, 30 RBI, 11 SB); 3B Garrett Green (.375, 12 2B, 38 RBI, 7 SB); 2B Cash Young (.192, 1 2B, 11 RBI); RHP Bradly Cammack (13-2, 2.54 ERA, 85 IP, 99 K, 25 BB, 5 SV); RHP Harrison Veldsma (3-0, 4.13 ERA, 28 IP, 29 K, 17 BB, 1 SV); RHP Chandler Amason (4-1, 4.84 ERA, 35 IP, 21 K, 7 BB, 1 SV); LHP Logan Howard (5 SV, 5-2, 3.24 ERA, 21 AP, 58 K, 24 BB); RHP Perry Keith (0 SV, 6.07 ERA, 9 AP, 10 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Connor Darling (Tennessee transfer); LHP Bryce Bowen (Clemson transfer); UT Jayson Cook (Kennesaw State transfer); OF Cameron Hill (Marietta HS, GA); UT Will Hudgins (Georgia Southern transfer); RHP Josh Hudgins (Dunwoody HS, GA); 1B KC Brown (South Georgia State JC).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Charlie Hecht (104 IP, 125 K, 3.03 ERA, PBC Pitcher of Year); CF Logan Mattix (Drafted, .400, 9 HR, 19 2B, 67 RBI, PBC Player of Year); C Brandon Purcell (Drafted, .377, 5 HR, 19 2B, 56 RBI, 18 SB); 1B Matthew Miller (All-Conference, .405, 6 HR, 12 2B, 40 RBI, 18 SB); 2B Nate Schmal (All American, All-Conference, .417 BA, 175 AB).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Bobcats posted a 44-12 overall record last season and participated in the North Greenville Regional. Four position player starters are back along with six key pitchers. Three superb players to watch include SS Cal Gentry (.300, 13 2B, 30 RBI, 11 SB), OF Wesley Wommack (.390, 15 2B, 52 RBI) and ace RHP Bradly Cammack (13-2, 2.54 ERA, 99 K, 25 BB).

7. SOUTH. NEW HAMPSHIRECOACH: Scott Loiseau (310-156-2 with the Penmen)

2018 RECORD 41-17

2018 FINISH: Fifth in final Collegiate Baseball poll

TOP RETURNEES: CF Idelson Taveras (.241, 8 RBI, 4 SB); RF John Stanton (.287, 5 HR, 5 2B, 26 RBI, 19 SB); 3B Tom Blandini (.325, 2 HR, 13 2B, 49 RBI, 15 SB); 2B Josh Goldstein (.354, 11 2B, 18 RBI, 8 SB); 1B Samuel Henrie (.253, 1 HR, 3 2B, 8 RBI); C Dakota Mulcay (.230, 8 HR, 5 2B, 36 RBI, 3 SB); DH Joshua Zbierski (.234, 4 HR, 3 2B, 18 RBI, 4 SB); RHP Jake Walkinshaw (6-1, 1.64 ERA, 38 IP, 36 K, 7 BB, 3 SV); RHP Endy Morales (2-2, 3.18 ERA, 34 IP, 42 K, 12 BB); RHP Wesley Tobin (3-1, 1.91 ERA, 38 IP, 41 K, 10 BB, 2 SV); LHP Brendan Welch (1 SV, 2-1, 1.42 ERA, 17 AP, 20 K, 14 BB); LHP Hayden Manning (1 SV, 0-0, 1.15 ERA, 12 AP, 22 K, 9 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Christopher Murphy (Univ of Maine transfer); LHP Brian Eddy (Indiana State transfer); 1B Dylan Faircloth (North Lake

CC); RHP Joshua Eastman (redshirt freshman); C Alex Kenney (Braintree HS, MA).

KEY LOSSES: LHP Shane McDonald (8-2, 3.61 ERA, 82.1 IP, 112 K); RHP Mitchell Powers (6-2, 2.54 ERA, 88.2 IP, 94 K); RHP Andrew Lalonde (6-5, 1 SV, 81 IP, 2.89 ERA, 81 K); OF Caleb Potter (.301, 11 HR, 11 2B, 40 RBI); SS Kyle Pangallo (.340, 2 HR, 16 2B, 3 3B, 35 RBI).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Penmen rolled to a 41-17 record last season and finished fifth in the final Collegiate Baseball poll. Six position player starters are back along with three key pitchers. Headliners include 3B Tom Blandini (.325, 2 HR, 13 2B, 49 RBI, 15 SB) and RHP Jake Walkinshaw (6-1, 1.64 ERA, 36 K, 7 BB). Southern New Hampshire also landed a superb recruiting class of 12 newcomers.

8. AZUSA PACIFICCOACH: Paul Svagdis (523-314 in 17 years with the Cougars; 645-404 overall)

2018 RECORD 41-11

2018 FINISH: Second place in West Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 1B Austin Russ (.299, 11 HR, 9 2B, 40 RBI, 1 SB); C Justin Gomez (.339, 8 HR, 14 2B, 42 RBI); 3B Osvaldo Tovalin (.304, 8 HR, 9 2B, 49 RBI, 1 SB); SS Mychael Goudreau (.312, 14 2B, 35 RBI, 2 SB); 2B Joseph Quire (.351, 6 HR, 21 RBI, 3 SB); RHP Nick Estrella (1-1, 3.35 ERA, 51 IP, 61 K, 16 BB, 1 SV); RHP Spiro Valasakos (1-0, 2.61 ERA, 10 AP, 16 K, 5 BB); LHP Brandan Dixon (1 SV, 2-0, 2.19 ERA, 13 AP, 17 K, 10 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP James Acuna (Oregon transfer); RHP Adam Medrano (Fresno State transfer); OF Cole Kleszc (UC Santa Barbara transfer); RHP Joey Acosta (Mira Costa HS, CA).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Isaiah Carranza (MLB Draft); RHP Layne Henderson (MLB Draft); OF Pablo O’Connor (MLB Draft).

2019 OUTLOOK: Azusa Pacific posted a 41-11 overall record last season and return five position player starters and only one key pitcher. However, the Cougars landed a talented recruiting class of 20 which has infused plenty of talent into the program once again. Three players to watch include C Justin Gomez (.339, 8 HR, 14 2B, 42 RBI), 1B Austin Russ (.299, 11 HR,

1. AUGUSTANACOACH: Tim Huber (365-189 in 10 years with the Vikings)

2018 RECORD 52-9

2018 FINISH: National Champions

TOP RETURNEES: SS Sam Baier (.308, 8 HR, 12 2B, 58 RBI, 29 SB); 2B JT Mix (.268, 1 HR, 7 2B, 20 RBI, 6 SB); 1B Jordan Barth (.362, 7 HR, 15 2B, 61 RBI, 6 SB); LF Michael Svozil (.319, 1 HR, 8 2B, 37 RBI, 41 SB); CF Riley Johnson (.374, 1 HR, 14 2B, 28 RBI, 34 SB); RF Ryan Nikkel (.330, 2 HR, 11 2B, 29 RBI, 17 SB); DH Lucas Wylie (.333, 10 HR, 9 2B, 34 RBI, 5 SB); LHP Jed Schmidt (3-1, 3.03 ERA, 38 IP, 29 K, 12 BB, 1 SV); RHP Michael Brandt (8 SV, 0-4, 5.96 ERA, 20 AP, 42 K, 12 BB); RHP Derek Dahlke (2 SV, 3-0, 3.31 ERA, 24 AP, 40 K, 4 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Peyton Zabel (Pierre HS, SD); LHP Connor Herd (Mercer Univ. transfer); RHP Seth Miller (Blaine HS, MN); RHP Max Steffens (Iowa Central CC); RHP Michael Jensen (Univ. of Oklahoma transfer); RHP Anthony Lanier (Harrisburg HS, SD); C Will Olson (Nebraska Kearney transfer).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Jacob Blank (MLB draft, 9-0, 1.37 ERA, 81 IP, 100 K); RHP Tyler Mitzel (MLB free agent signee, D2 World Series MVP, 12-0, 2.02 ERA, 80 IP, 76 K); RHP David Flattery (6-2, 2.43 ERA, 59 IP, 82 K); RHP Zach Reeg (MLB free agent signee, 4-1, 5 SV, 0.93 ERA); RHP Austin Orvis (4-0, 1 SV, 1.37 ERA, 23 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The defending national champions rolled to a 52-9 record last season and return seven position player starters and three pitchers. Key returners include SS Sam Baier (.308, 8 HR, 12 2B, 58 RBI, 29 SB), 1B Jordan Barth (.362, 7 HR, 15 2B, 61 RBI), LF Michael Svozil (.319, 8 2B, 37 RBI, 41 SB), CF Riley Johnson (.374, 14 2B, 28 RBI, 34 SB) and closer Michael Brandt (8 SV, 5.96 ERA, 20 AP, 42 K). Among the 14 newcomers Augustana brought in, RHP Peyton Zabel should help immediately. He is from Pierre H.S. (Pierre, SD) and was drafted in the 19th round by the Brewers last June. “We have a lot of pitching to replace, but we have some talented, new arms,” said Head Coach Tim Huber. “With the return of our top seven position players from last year, it is exciting to see them one year older. We should be better on offense, and all our team speed is back (170 stolen bases in 2018). We also have a talented defensive group.”

2. TAMPACOACH: Joe Urso (786-228-1 in 18 years with the Spartans)

2018 RECORD 42-11

2018 FINISH: NCAA South Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 2B Drew Ehrhard (.344, 5 HR, 11 2B, 2 3B, 36 RBI); C Danny Sirven (.340, 5 HR, 9 2B, 45 RBI); CF Nick DeTringo (.348, 9 HR, 17 2B, 35 RBI); LF Stephen Smith (.288, 7 2B, 11 RBI); RHP Keven Pimentel (9-2, 2.42 ERA, 78 IP, 63 K, 16 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 1B Keenan Bell (Univ. of Florida transfer); 1B/P Alec Aleywine (Gulf Coast State College); INF Nick Derr (Florida State transfer); OF Danny Blair (Univ. of South Carolina transfer); OF Stevie Mangrum (Virginia Tech transfer); RHP Jacinto Arredondo (Wallace CC); RHP Tanner Foster (Northern Illinois Univ. transfer).

KEY LOSSES: RHP David Lebron (10-0, 2.24 ERA, 96.1 IP, 139 K, 28 BB); RHP Cole Aker (MLB Draft, 3-1, 3.72 ERA, 46 IP, 47 K); RHP Mark Moclair (MLB draft, 6-2, 7 SV, 1.78 ERA, 55.2 IP, 92 K); RHP Clay Helvey (MLB Draft, 5-2, 1 SV, 3.34 ERA, 70 IP, 56 K); 3B Darren Miller (.365, 8 HR, 18 2B, 45 RBI).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Spartans posted a 42-11 record last season and return four position player starters but only one pitcher in RHP Keven Pimentel (9-2, 2.42 ERA, 63 K, 16 BB). Tampa landed a superb recruiting class of 17 newcomers which includes a number of transfers, including 1B Keenan Bell (University of Florida), 3B Nick Derr (Florida St.), CF Danny Blair (South Carolina), OF Stevie Mangrum (Virginia Tech.) and RHP Tanner Foster (Northern Illinois).

3. COLUMBUS ST.COACH: Greg Appleton (772-410 in 21 years with the Cougars)

2018 RECORD 48-15

2018 FINISH: Runners up in national championships

TOP RETURNEES: C Robert Brooks (.337, 11 HR, 8 2B, 52 RBI); 2B Grant Berry (.298, 10 HR, 11 2B, 40 RBI, 10 SB); DH Chase Brown (.321, 5 HR, 1 2B, 26 RBI); RF Drew Webb (.266, 7 HR, 6 2B, 33 RBI, 16 SB); 1B Frank Wager (.265, 15 HR, 13 2B, 52 RBI); CF Garrett Kirkwood (.253, 4 HR, 4 2B, 34 RBI, 14 SB); LHP Kolton Ingram (14-3, 2.18 ERA, 136 IP, 150 K, 54 BB); RHP Tyler Cadenhead (9-1, 3.33 ERA, 68 IP, 53 K, 19 BB); RHP Sheridan Coy (2 SV, 2-0, 3.68 ERA, 21 AP, 32 K, 12 BB); LHP Jalen Latta (1 SV, 2-1, 3.43 ERA, 24 AP, 42 K, 13 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Kendall Ford (Georgia State transfer); 3B Dane Bullock (Gordon JC); P Devin Dudal (Macomb JC); OF Josh Dunson (Alabama State transfer); OF Will Wilbanks (Newnan HS, GA); SS Matthew McDade (Cape Coral HS, FL); P Trent Grantham (Columbus HS, GA).

KEY LOSSES: 3B Mason McClellan (All-Conference); P Perez Knowles (All-Conference); SS Justin Evans (Drafted; All-Conference).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Cougars rolled to a 48-15 record last season and finished second at the NCAA Div. 2 World Series. Six position player starters return along with two key pitchers. Headliners include LHP Kolton Ingram (14-3, 2.18 ERA, 150 K, 54 BB), RHP Tyler Cadenhead (9-1, 3.33 ERA, 53 K), C Robert Brooks (.337, 11 HR, 8 2B, 52 RBI), 2B Grant Berry (.298, 10 HR, 11 2B, 40 RBI) and 1B Frank Wager (.265, 15 HR, 13 2B, 52 RBI). “We have experience returning from a very good 2018 squad but big holes at shortstop, third base and the mound,” said Head Coach Greg Appleton.

4. FLORIDA SOUTHERNCOACH: Lance Niekro (187-115-1 with the Moccasins)

2018 RECORD 45-11-1

2018 FINISH: Third place in national championships

TOP RETURNEES: 1B Jacob Teter (.348, 12 HR, 13 2B, 54 RBI); 2B Dylan Costa (.324, 14 2B, 29 RBI, 11 SB); 3B Pablo Cabrera (.301, 3 HR, 10 2B, 37 RBI, 10 SB); OF Vaun Brown (.252, 6 HR, 8 2B, 33 RBI, 10 SB); OF Christian Maglich (.290, 3 HR, 1 2B, 21 RBI); RHP JJ Niekro (6-2, 3.81 ERA, 82.2 IP, 73 K, 23 BB); RHP Matt Martin (4-1, 5.32 ERA, 45.2 IP, 42 K, 20 BB, 2 SV); RHP Mike Pelaez (2 SV, 0-0, 1.69 ERA, 15 AP, 15 K, 10 BB); LHP Cole Crowder (0 SV, 6.43 ERA, 16 AP, 28 K, 14 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C Isaiah Cullum (Missouri transfer); 3B Zach Scott (Polk State); LF Alan Burnsed (Dayton State); RF Zach Diewart (Missouri transfer); SP Cooper Bradford (North Florida transfer); RP Jacob Kelley (New Orleans transfer); RP Zak Wilson (Seminole State).

KEY LOSSES: DH Hayden Marze (.330, 22 HR, 66 RBI); SS Omar Villaman (.359, 41 RBI); OF Cody Burgess (.290, 13 HR, 53 RBI); SP Logan Browning (Drafted, 11-2, 3.07 ERA, 127 K); RP JT Hintzen (Drafted, 14-0, 1.96 ERA, 114 K)

2019 OUTLOOK: The Moccasins finished third in the nation last year in posting a 45-11-1 overall record. Five position player starters are back along with two key pitchers. Headliners include P Cooper Bradford (transfer North Florida), P Zak Wilson (transfer Seminole St.), C Isaiah Cullum (transfer Missouri), RHP JJ Niekro (6-2, 3.81 ERA, 73 K, 23 BB) and 1B Jacob Teter

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9 2B, 40 RBI) and RHP Nick Estrella (1-1, 3.35 ERA, 61 K, 16 BB). One exciting newcomer is RHP James Acuna, a transfer from the University of Oregon.

9. NORTH GREENVILLECOACH: Landon Powell (148-64 in 4 years with the Crusaders)

2018 RECORD 46-10

2018 FINISH: 9th in final Collegiate Baseball poll

TOP RETURNEES: SS Utah Jones (.358, 2 HR, 15 2B, 33 RBI, 11 SB); OF Jeff Chandler Jr (.351, 8 HR, 16 2B, 45 RBI, 9 SB); OF Jared Williams (.312, 1 HR, 10 2B, 26 RBI, 15 SB); OF Jack Morris (.239, 3 HR, 5 2B, 16 RBI, 6 SB); RHP Tucker Burgess (14-3, 2.98 ERA, 96.2 IP, 89 K, 15 BB); RHP Ethan Garner (7-1, 3.89 ErA, 69.1 IP, 66 K, 13 BB); RHP Kip Rollings (3 SV, 5-0, 1.34 ERA, 23 AP, 42 K, 11 BB); Brent Herlong (1 SV, 3-0, 0.98 ERA, 18 AP, 27 K, 8 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C/1B Jared Firmstone (USC Lancaster transfer); LHP Michael Giacone (Orange Coast College); RHP Ryan Kirk (Campbell transfer); OF Jeremy Whitehead (East Carolina transfer); C John Michael Faile (Boiling Springs HS, SC).

KEY LOSSES: OF Connor Grant (Drafted, .367, 13 2B, 10 HR, 56 RBI, 16 SB, All Conference); C John Jones (Drafted, .392, 14 2B, 8 HR, 59 RBI, 10 SB); 3B Ryan Brown (.309, 14 2B, 8 HR, 39 RBI, 23 SB, All Conference); 1B Andrew Plunkett (.282, 9 2B, 11 HR, 36 RBI, 9 SB, All Conference); RHP Canaan Cropper (5-2, 5 SV, 3.28 ERA, 49 IP, 59 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Crusaders finished ninth in the final Collegiate Baseball poll and posted a 46-10 overall record. Four position player starters are back along with two key pitchers, including RHP Tucker Burgess (14-3, 2.98 ERA, 89 K, 15 BB) and RHP Ethan Garner (7-1, 3.89 ERA, 66 K, 13 BB). Three other players to watch include LHP Michael Giacone (transfer Orange Coast College), SS Utah Jones (.358, 15 2B, 33 RBI) and OF Jeff Chandler, Jr. (.351, 8 HR, 16 2B, 45 RBI). “We have a very talented roster that returns,” said Head Coach Landon Powell. “We return six All-Conference players and one All-American. While we will have some new faces on offense, they are all very talented.”

10. DELTA ST.COACH: Mike Kinnison (939-299-2 in 22 years with the Statesmen)

2018 RECORD 42-11

2018 FINISH: 10th in final Collegiate Baseball poll

TOP RETURNEES: C Josh Russell (.241, 5 2B, 23 RBI, 2 SB); LHP Dalton Minton (8-0, 4.38 ERA, 76 IP, 72 K, 37 BB); LHP Seth Hougesen (2-1, 5.60 ERA, 35.1 IP, 39 K, 22 BB); RHP Hunter Riggins (6 SV, 3-2, 3.09 ERA, 18 AP, 33 K, 8 BB); LHP Melvin Frazier (1 SV, 5-0, 2.70 ERA, 14 AP, 41 K, 31 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: CF Brett Young (Nebraska-Kearney transfer); 3B Hayden White (Copiah-Lincoln CC); INF Dawson Ivey (Mississippi Delta CC); P/OF Patrick Hodges (Hinds CC); OF Michael Allen (Mississippi Delta CC); C CJ Estave (Copiah-Lincoln CC).

KEY LOSSES: 1B Zach Shannon (Drafted, All American, National Player of Year, .406, 31 HR, 14 2B, 93 RBI); RHP Seth Birdsong (All Region, 9-0, 3.53 ERA, 83 K, 100.2 IP); OF Clay Casey (All Region, .349, 18 HR, 15 2B, 68 RBI); 2B Emil Ellis (All Region, .385, 2 HR, 6 2B, 41 RBI, 11 SB); CF Jason Popovich (.312, 3 HR, 14 2B, 48 RBI).

2019 OUTLOOK: Delta St. posted a 42-11 record last season and finished 10th in the final Collegiate Baseball poll. Only one position player starter is back and two key pitchers. But a superb recruiting class of 19 was landed which brought in a high level of talent. “We build around returning pitching as a new lineup matures,” said Head Coach Mike Kinnison. “Our defensive capabilities are good, and our offense will need to be contact oriented.”

11. MERCYHURSTCOACH: Joe Spano (613-364-3 in 19 years with the Lakers)

2018 RECORD 36-15

2018 FINISH: Seventh place in national championships

TOP RETURNEES: INF Matt Schneider (.312, 7 HR, 5 2B, 33 RBI, 1 SB); 3B Jack Elliott (.294, 2 HR, 8 2B, 15 RBI, 1 SB); SS Alex O’Donnell (.258, 2 HR, 9 2B, 29 RBI, 8 SB); OF Zach Mitchell (.265, 1 HR, 2 2B, 8 RBI, 8 SB); OF Kenny Robinson (.205, 1 HR, 4 2B, 20 RBI, 4 SB); 1B Josh Surowiec (.368, 4 2B, 5 RBI); RHP Tyler Garbee (6-1, 2.52 ERA, 71.1 IP, 73 K, 32 BB); RHP Russell Lamovec (4-3, 2.98 ERA, 48.1 IP, 66 K, 26 BB); LHP Matt Minnick (0-1, 4.12 ERA, 24 IP, 25 K, 9 BB); RHP Nicholas McRandal (2 SV, 5-1, 2.93 ERA, 20 AP, 35 K, 11 BB); RHP Adam Jeannette (6 SV, 3-1, 5.64 ERA, 23 AP, 39 K, 16 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C Domenic DeRenzo (Oklahoma transfer); RHP Christan Young (West Virginia transfer); INF Luke Baranchak (Mercyhurst North East JC); P/INF Lucas Folmar (Harbor Creek HS, PA); OF Ethan Winesburgh (Patrick Henry CC).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Chris Vallimont (Drafted, All American, 10-3, 2.58 ERA, 147 K); C Drew Delsignore (All Region, .337, 4 HR, 17 2B, 37 RBI, 11 SB); 1B Daniel Elliott (All Conference, .337, 10 HR, 16 2B, 51 RBI); INF Jimmy Standohar (.306, 6 2B, 9 SB); P Andrew Ciolli (Drafted, 2 SV).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Lakers rolled to a 36-15 overall record last season and finished seventh at the NCAA Div. 2 World Series. Five position player starters are back along with four key pitchers. Headliners include SS Alex O’Donnell (.258, 2 HR, 9 2B, 29 RBI), INF Matt Schneider (.312, 7 HR, 5 2B, 33 RBI), RHP Tyler Garbee (6-1, 2.52 ERA, 73 K, 32 BB) and C Domenic DeRenzo (transfer Oklahoma). “If healthy, our pitching staff will have experience and depth,” said Head Coach Joe Spano. “Our lineup should be improved with some key transfers and freshmen. With good leadership this season, we should have a chance to compete for an NCAA Regional bid again.”

12. COLORADO MESACOACH: Chris Hanks (831-344 with the Mavericks)

2018 RECORD 43-16

2018 FINISH: Runners-up in Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Tyler Sandoval (.313, 5 HR, 7 2B, 32 RBI); 1B Will Dixon (.208, 1 HR, 2 2B, 9 RBI); SS Caleb Farmer (.384, 4 HR, 15 2B, 26 RBI); RF Hunter Douglas (.409, 8 HR, 9 2B, 36 RBI); DH Jordan Stubbings (.382, 11 HR, 11 2B, 53 RBI); RHP JR McDermott (injuried in 2018); RP AJ Landis (4 SV, 6-2, 2.80 ERA, 20 AP, 52 K, 10 BB); RP Frankie Fitzgerald (2 SV, 3-0, 2.42 ERA, 14 AP, 22 K, 11 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Nathan Wilson (Fountain Valley HS, CA); RHP Andrew Morris (Monarch HS, CO); RHP Garrett Hutson (Abilene Christian transfer); RHP Gage Edwards (Jordan HS, UT); C Hayden McGeary (Thunderbird HS, AZ); MIF Blaine Demello (College of the Siskiyous); MIF Saige Keep (La Center HS, WA).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Kyle Leahy (Drafted, All Conference); LHP Reagan Todd (Drafted, All Conference); SS Zach McLeod (Drafted, All Conference); RHP Jake Mielock (Drafted).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Mavericks posted a 43-16 overall record last season and finished as a Regional runner-up. Five position player starters are back along with two key pitchers. Headliners include SS Caleb Farmer (.384, 4 HR, 15 2B, 26 RBI), RF Hunter Douglas (.409, 8 HR, 9 2B, 36 RBI), DH Jordan Stubbings (.382, 11 HR, 11 2B, 53 RBI), RHP J.R. McDermott

(injured in 2018 but was 9-1, 3.12 ERA, 108 K, 32 BB in 2017) and Relief A.J. Landis (6-2, 4 SV, 2.80 ERA, 20 AP, 52 K). “This team is deep with high quality pitching, although it is a relatively young pitching staff overall,” said Head Coach Chris Hanks. “The offense should be very good with a mix of power and speed.”

13. SOUTHERN ARKANSASCOACH: Justin Pettigrew (80-35 in 2 years with the Muleriders)

2018 RECORD 41-19

2018 FINISH: Central Region runners-up

TOP RETURNEES: 2B Austin Baker (.340, 1 HR, 9 2B, 18 SB); CF Dakota Wright (.308, 13 HR, 14 2B, 62 RBI, 9 SB); LF Cole Boyd (.363, 6 HR); C Zach Muldoon (.275, 4 HR); SS Riley Orr (.253 BA); RHP Dillon Lawrence (6-2, 4.27 ERA, 46.1 IP, 38 K); LHP Hunter Brantley (2-0, 1.42 ERA, 25.1 IP, 24 K); RHP Tanner Vaught (1-0, 1 SV, 32.2 IP, 23 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Devin Beard (Cowley College); 1B Mason Peterson (Howard College); RHP Matt Kortendick (Northeast Texas CC); 3B Cooper King (Crowder College); RHP Ryan Williams (Howard College); LHP Garrett Walker (Lamar transfer).

KEY LOSSES: 3B Jacob Richardson (All American, .374, 13 HR, 23 2B, 71 RBI); RHP Jacob Stroder (11-2, 103 IP); OF Jake Tisevich (.322, 19 2B, 12 SB); RHP Eric White (Drafted, 9 SV, 1.99 ERA, 31.2 IP, 44 K); RHP Nick Starr (Drafted, 6 SV, 3.77 ERA, 31 IP, 46 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Muleriders finished runner-up in the Central Region and posted a 41-19 overall record. Five position player starters are back along with one key pitcher. Southern Arkansas landed a superb recruiting class of 25 newcomers. Key players to watch include CF Dakota Wright (.308, 13 HR, 14 2B, 62 RBI), LHP Hunter Brantley (2-0, 1.42 ERA, 24 K) and SS Devin Beard (transfer Cowley College, .390, 14 2B). “SAU will be a well rounded team that will play great defense,” said Head Coach Justin Pettigrew. “We have talented pitching depth and have a solid lineup that can score with power and speed.”

14. U.C. SAN DIEGOCOACH: Eric Newman (251-142 in 7 years with the Tritons; 346-214 overall)

2018 RECORD 43-17

2018 FINISH: West Region champion

TOP RETURNEES: 3B Alex Eliopulos (.312, 14 HR, 11 2B, 72 RBI); LF Keenan Brigman (.319, 9 2B, 25 RBI, 10 SB); C Nick Kitzmann (.287, 8 HR, 5 2B, 22 RBI); DH Blake Baumgartner (.325, 5 HR, 10 2B, 28 RBI, 1 SB); SS Shay Whitcomb (.310, 5 HR, 12 2B, 38 RBI, 2 SB); CF Brandon Stewart (.269, 1 HR, 11 2B, 23 RBI, 10 SB); DH Steven Schuknecht (.239, 6 HR, 7 2B, 29 RBI, 1 SB); LHP Preston Mott (8-2, 3.25 ERA, 83 IP, 88 K, 30 BB); RHP Jonah Dipoto (5-4, 5.29 ERA, 64.2 IP, 44 K, 32 BB); RHP Cameron Leonard (2-0, 3.10 ERA, 29 IP, 34 K, 11 BB, 3 SV); RHP Kyle Lucke (3-3, 3.52 ERA, 25 AP, 54 K, 24 BB); RHP Blaine Jarvis (1-0, 2.18 ERA, 16 AP, 13 K, 6 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Tyler Leskiw (San Diego Mesa College); RP Luke Mattson (Golden West College); RP Brandon Weed (Southwestern College); INF Ryan McNally (Campolindo HS, CA); INF Michael Fuhrman (PV Peninsula HS, CA).

KEY LOSSES: RF Zander Clarke (Signed pro, All American, CCAA MVP, .385, 15 2B, 18 HR, 86 RBI); 1B Tyler Durna (Drafted, All West Region, .333, 18 2B, 7 HR, 54 RBI); RP Cameron Kurz (Drafted, All West Region, 5-1, 0.74 ERA, 63 K); SP Mitch Hickey (Drafted, All CCAA, 7-3, 3.54 ERA, 83 K); 2B Justin Beck (All West Region, .308, 14 2B, 9 HR, 41 RBI).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Tritons rolled to a 43-17 overall record last season and won the West Region title. Six position player starters are back along with two key pitchers. Headliners include 3B Alex Eliopulos (.312, 14 HR, 11 2B, 72 RBI), C Nick Kitzmann (.287, 8 HR, 5 2B, 22 RBI) and LHP Preston Mott (8-2, 3.25 ERA, 88 K, 30 BB). “Our returning pitching is good, and our pitching depth will be a strength,” said Head Coach Eric Newman. “We have an athletic team, and we should be good defensively.”

15. SOUTHERN INDIANACOACH: Tracy Archuleta (446-236 in 11 years with the Screaming Eagles; 594-360 overall)

2018 RECORD 36-23

2018 FINISH: 12th in final Collegiate Baseball poll

TOP RETURNEES: 2B Jacob Fleming (.302, 12 2B, 20 SB); OF Bryce Krizan (.296, 44 SB); SS Ethan Hunter (.279, 7 2B, 5 3B, 3 HR); RHP Austin Krizan (3-4, 3.99 ERA, 99.1 IP, 63 K); RHP Jacob Bowles (1-1, 4.12 ERA, 1 SV); LHP Chase Partain (4-1, 4.43 ERA, 61 IP); RHP Dalton Lewis (0-0, 2.25 ERA).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Manny Lopez (Middle Tennessee transfer); RHP Austin Gossman (South Alabama transfer); LHP Paul Perez (Wabash Valley JC).

KEY LOSSES: OF Drake McNamara (.381, 17 HR, 79 RBI); 1B/P Nick Gobert (.357, 55 RBI, 26 2B, 5-3, 4.37 ERA); C Logan Brown (Drafted, .338, 40 RBI, 4 HR).

2019 OUTLOOK: Southern Indiana finished 12th in the final Collegiate

Baseball poll and posted a 36-23 overall record. Four position player starters return along with two key pitchers. Headliners include RHP Austin Krizan (3-4, 3.99 ERA, 63 K), 2B Jacob Fleming (.302, 12 2B, 18 SB) and OF Bryce Krizan (.296, 44 SB). “We have a chance of having a good year if the transfer arms step up and perform,” said Head Coach Tracy Archuleta. “We have to try and replace a lot of offense, but we should have the pieces to figure it out.”

16. CAL POLY POMONACOACH: Randy Betten (277-164 in 8 years with the Broncos)

2018 RECORD 30-24

2018 FINISH: Fourth place in the CCAA

TOP RETURNEES: SS Drew Cowley (.348, 12 2B, 29 RBI, 6 SB); OF Nic Hernandez (.356, 10 HR, 10 2B, 41 RBI); OF Cesar Lopez (.291, 3 HR, 9 2B, 26 RBI, 2 SB); INF Brennan McKenzie (.287, 7 HR, 9 2B, 28 RBI, 2 SB); C Alex Kline (.242, 1 2B, 5 RBI); INF Logan Gopperton (.254, 3 2B, 10 RBI); RHP Tim Holdgrafer (4-2, 3.41 ERA, 60.2 IP, 53 K, 13 BB, 1 SV); LHP Austin Isenhart (5-4, 4.62 ERA, 76 IP, 52 K, 33 BB); RHP Dylan Francis (5-3, 3.80 ERA, 71 IP, 75 K, 14 BB); RHP Ben Mora (3 SV, 1-1, 3.37 ERA, 15 AP, 20 K); RHP Darin May (1 SV, 1-0, 2.45 ERA, 15 AP, 17 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Christian Moya (USC transfer); RHP Mitch Hart (USC transfer); INF Ryon Knowles (Mount Sac JC); C Shane Gipson (Ventura College); LHP Troy Bethell (Golden West College); INF Jeremy Conant (New Mexico transfer).

KEY LOSSES: C Cody Martin (All Conference, .302, 5 HR, 5 2B, 25 RBI); OF Jacob Bernardy (All Conference, .282, 1 HR, 6 2B, 30 RBI).

2019 OUTLOOK: Cal. Poly posted a 30-24 overall record and returns six position player starters and five key pitchers. Headliners include RHP Tim Holdgrafer (4-2, 3.41 ERA, 53 K), RHP Dylan Francis (5-3, 3.80 ERA, 75 K) and OF Nic Hernandez (.356, 10 HR, 10 2B, 41 RBI).

17. ILLINOIS SPRINGFIELDCOACH: Chris Ramirez (158-105 in 5 years with the Prairie Stars)

2018 RECORD 47-9

2018 FINISH: Participated in Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C/OF John Sechen (.363, 6 HR, 10 2B, 36 RBI, 16 SB); OF Zach Speaker (.405, 6 HR, 10 2B, 28 RBI); C Ben Schanding (.351, 3 2B, 18 RBI); OF Chris Mathieu (.263, 2 HR, 5 2B, 14 RBI, 6 SB); LHP Andrew Dean (10-1, 2.91 ERA, 77 IP, 74 K, 32 BB); RHP Justin Revels (8-1, 2.99 ERA, 75 IP, 108 K, 24 BB); RHP Brayden Jensen (4-1, 4.50 ERA, 58 IP, 47 K, 22 BB); RHP Cameron Zunkel (7 SV, 2-2, 4.02 ERA, 22 AP, 32 K, 12 BB); RHP Colton Hale (1 SV, 8-1, 3.24 ERA, 18 AP, 42 K, 19 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: CF Dylan Gilbert (Illinois Chicago transfer); OF Ryan Fish (UT Rio Grande Valley transfer); RHP Connor Taylor (Danville CC); RHP Colton Thompson (Parkland CC); SS Deshon Moore (South Suburban CC); 3B Nick Wisz (Parkland CC); 2B Ruben Markham (LA Harbor CC).

KEY LOSSES: 1B Mike Rothmund (All American, 24 HR in each of past 2 seasons); DH Nick Stokowski (All American, 22 HR); SS Cole Taylor (All American, 25 2B, Angels signee); CF Jack Schaaf (All Conference); 2B Myles Hann (2X All Conference).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Prairie Stars posted a 47-9 overall record last season and were a Regional semi-finalist. Four position player starters are back along with six key pitchers. Quality players include LHP Andrew Dean (10-1, 2.91 ERA, 74 K, 32 BB), RHP Justin Revels (8-1, 2.99 ERA, 108 K, 24 BB), CF Dylan Gilbert (transfer Illinois-Chicago), C John Sechen (.363, 6 HR, 10 2B, 36 RBI, 19 SB) and OF Zach Speaker (.405, 6 HR, 10 2B, 28 RBI). “We should be led by our pitching staff which returns 420 of 460 innings,” said Head Coach Chris Ramirez. “Andrew Dean and Justin Revels are both Pitcher of The Year candidates. Our offense should be led by 4-year starting catcher John Sechen and Zack Speaker.”

18. WEST TEXAS A&MCOACH: Matt Vanderburg (317-205 in 11 years with the Buffaloes)

2018 RECORD 40-14

2018 FINISH: Participated in Regional

TOP RETURNEES: INF Nick Guaragna (.333, 3 2B, 1 HR); C Tag Baxter (.362, 15 2B, 1 HR); INF Justice Nakagawa (.281, 9 2B, 5 HR); UT Christian Loya (.300, 6 2B, 7 HR); INF Darius Carter (.274, 11 2B, 25 RBI); RHP Joe Corbett (11-2, 3.05 ERA, 97.1 IP, 100 K); RHP Darin Cook (9-4, 4.67 ERA, 79 IP, 86 K); LHP Zach Dixon (1-1, 2.96 ERA, 24.1 IP, 25 K); RHP Dominic Yearego (6 SV, 3-0, 2.86 ERA, 33 K); RHP Braden Baker (6 SV, 6-2, 3.75 ERA, 54 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C Clay Koelzer (Texas Tech transfer); LHP Mitchell Miller (Clemson transfer); INF Bobby Galindo (New Mexico Military Inst.); OF Keone Givens (Butler CC); INF Justin Martinez (Lamar CC); RHP Chandler Dean (Northeast Texas JC); RHP Austin Gehle (Pepperdine transfer).

KEY LOSSES: INF Luis Amaro (LSC Player of Year, .329, 17 2B, 15 HR, 69 RBI); OF Bodie Bryan (.348, 15 2B, 8 HR, 48 RBI, 16 SB); OF Nick Canas (.343, 20 2B, 4 HR, 45 RBI); OF Jimmy Cubillos (.354, 10 2B, 1 HR, 32 RBI); RHP Ryan Larison (6-3, 4.50 ERA, 68 IP, 72 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Buffaloes rolled to a 40-14 overall record last season and were involved in Regional action. Four position player starters are back along with five key pitchers. Headliners on the team include: C Clay Koelzer (transfer Texas Tech.), RHP Joe Corbett (10-2, 3.05 ERA, 100 K), LHP Mitchell Miller (transfer from Clemson), RHP Darin Cook (9-4, 4.67 ERA, 86 K) and C Tag Baxter (.362, 15 2B). “This group has a lot of talent, and the strength of the team should be in the depth of the pitching staff,” said Head Coach Matt Vanderburg. “We have a mix of returners from a Lone Star Conference championship team in 2018 with talented transfers and newcomers.”

19. MOUNT OLIVECOACH: Rob Watt (First year as head coach)

2018 RECORD 36-14-1

2018 FINISH: Second place in Conference Carolinas

TOP RETURNEES: OF Nate Estes (.372, 11 HR, 13 2B, 58 RBI, 28 SB); SS Blake McLean (.258, 1 HR, 11 2B, 20 RBI, 4 SB); INF Justin Lee (.277, 3 2B, 18 RBI, 2 SB); OF Gunner Tolston (.263, 5 HR, 7 2B, 20 RBI, 4 SB); UT JT Stone (.379, 2 HR, 1 2B, 11 RBI, injured part of season); RHP Reed Parris (5-2, 5.44 ERA, 41 IP, 41 K, 14 BB); RHP Zack Burke (3-1, 2.78 ERA, 35 IP, 25 K, 16 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Joe Mason (Pitt CC); C Zack Smith (UNC Charlotte transfer); 1B/OF Coy Barnett (Lenoir CC); RHP Jake Isbell (Pitt CC); RHP Kyle Norman (Dawson CC).

KEY LOSSES: OF Justin Carroll (All Conference, .325, 17 HR, 10 2B, 44 RBI); RHP Zach Vennaro (6-1, 11 SV, 0.81 ERA, 44 IP, 52 K); C Jose Lopez (All Conference, .362, 4 HR, 19 2B, 44 RBI); LHP Brighton Hudson (All Conference, 3.24 ERA, 75 IP, 98 K); LHP German Reyes (All Region, 2.63 ERA, 62 IP, 71 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: Mount Olive posted a 36-14-1 record last season and returns five position player starters and two key pitchers. Quality players on the team include OF Nate Estes (.372, 11 HR, 13 2B, 58 RBI, 28 SB), C Zack Smith (transfer N.C. Charlotte), and RHP Zack Burke (3-1, 2.78 ERA, 25 K). “We are very deep on the position player side of things,” said Head Coach Rob Watt. “We have the potential to score runs and defend at a high level.

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C MIKEY GANGWISH…Hit .373 With 24 Homers, 20 Doubles, 86 RBI For Colorado School Of Mines

3B ALEX ELIOPULOS…Hit .312 With 14 Homers, 11 Doubles, 72 RBI For U.C. San Diego

We have some heavy competition for innings with our pitching staff.”

20. NOVA SOUTHEASTERNCOACH: Greg Brown (282-132 in 8 years with the Sharks)

2018 RECORD 35-16

2018 FINISH: Participated in South Regional

TOP RETURNEES: OF Samuel Duran (.384, 5 HR, 14 2B, 33 RBI, 13 SB); OF Nathan Chevalier (.312, 1 HR, 7 2B, 26 RBI, 6 SB); INF Ian Acevedo (.297, 2 HR, 6 2B, 31 RBI, 14 SB); INF Jeffrey Cyr (.273, 1 HR, 3 2B, 20 RBI, 1 SB); OF Christian Demby (.302, 3 HR, 7 2B, 23 RBI, 7 SB); INF Andrew Labosky (.302, 3 HR, 7 2B, 16 RBI, 3 SB); RHP Brady Acker (6-1, 4.19 ERA, 77.1 IP, 90 K, 27 BB); RHP Jarret Krzyzanowski (4-0, 6.68 ERA, 33.2 IP, 21 K); RHP Devin Meyer (1-0, 1.42 ERA, 6.1 IP, 4 K); RHP Ryan Maya (1 SV, 2-2, 2.25 ERA, 17 AP, 32 K); RHP Nik Sanders (3-0, 2.53 ERA, 9 AP, 28 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: INF Brandon Chinea (Tennessee transfer); C Mike Rojas (Auburn transfer); LHP Matthew Ornelas (Sacramento City College); C Garrett Wolforth (Dallas Baptist transfer); RHP Matthew Sellers (Hillsborough CC); INF Duncan Pastore (Wharton HS, FL); INF Daniel Irisarri (John A. Ferguson HS, FL).

KEY LOSSES: C Jake Anchia (Drafted, All American, ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove); OF Andrew Liberty (All American); INF Dylan Harris (Sunshine State Conference all-time hits leader); RHP Devin Conn (Drafted, All South Region, 128 K); RHP Joe Strzelecki (Drafted, 6 SV, 2.73 ERA).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Sharks posted a 35-16 overall record last season and participated in the NCAA South Regional. Four position player starters are back along with three quality pitchers. Among the 14 quality newcomers Nova Southeastern landed is C Garrett Wolforth (transfer from Dallas Baptist) who had a tremendous fall. “Garrett is a switch hitter with power from both sides and has the makings of a lock down defender,” said Head Coach Greg Brown. Brown added that the combination of newcomers and returners will help Nova Southeastern field another superb team. “Our pitching staff is revamped and should improve as the year progresses.”

21. CHICO ST.COACH: Dave Taylor (438-227 in 12 years with the Wildcats; 553-321 overall)

2018 RECORD 31-24

2018 FINISH: Participated in West Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Tyler Stofiel (.286, 1 HR, 4 2B, 16 RBI, 1 SB); DH Alex DeVito (.320, 7 HR, 9 2B, 47 RBI, 1 SB); CF Dustin Miller (.255, 2 HR, 5 2B, 27 RBI, 2 SB); LHP Grant Larson (6-4, 3.39 ERA, 82 IP, 71 K, 15 BB); RHP Andrew Lopez (1-0, 3.74 ERA, 12 AP, 21 K, 13 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: CF Brandon Hernandez (Nebraska-Kearney transfer); RF Cody Wissler (El Camino College); 3B Jorge Rodriguez (Cerritos College); SS Tyler Grissom (LA Mission College); RHP Daniel Foret (Cypress College); 3B Kristian Scott (Citrus College); 2B Griffin Hennessey (Cypress College).

KEY LOSSES: 3B Cam Santos (West Region Player of Year); RHP Casey Costello (West Region Pitcher of Year).

2019 OUTLOOK: Chico St. posted a 31-24 record last season and participated in the West Regional. Three position player starters are back along with one key pitcher. Players to watch include LHP Grant Larson (6-4, 3.39 ERA, 71 K, 15 BB) and 1B Alex Devito (.320, 7 HR, 9 2B, 47 RBI). “We have a young group that can play catch at a high level,” said Head Coach Dave Taylor. “Pitching and defense will be our strength again.”

22. CENTRAL MISSOURICOACH: Kyle Crookes (144-72 in four years with the Mules)

2018 RECORD 39-17

2018 FINISH: Third place in Regional

TOP RETURNEES: OF Mason Janvrin (.387, 2 HR, 12 2B, 34 RBI, 32 SB); OF Erik Webb (.330, 12 HR, 20 2B, 46 RBI, 13 SB); SS Harrison Schnurbusch (.312, 4 HR, 10 2B, 31 RBI, 12 SB); C Zak Whalin (.392, 1 HR, 10 2B, 25 RBI, 3 SB); RHP Luke Lucas (8-1, 3.96 ERA, 72.2 IP, 60 K, 21 BB); RHP Ben Kelsch (6-1, 4.15 ERA, 73.2 IP, 58 K, 25 BB); RHP Collin Jones (5-3, 5.08 ERA, 62 IP, 46 K, 27 BB); RHP Luke Mercer (9 SV, 1-2, 2.74 ERA, 21 AP, 28 K, 6 BB); RHP Jonathan Sprinkle (2 SV, 0-1, 2.31 ERA, 21 AP, 32 K, 10 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: INF Alex Madera (North Central Missouri); OF Zach Ehlen (State Fair CC); OF Josh Schumacher (Kansas City Kansas CC); RHP Max Abranovich (Blue Valley Northwest HS, KS); RHP Eric Lindsey (Dodge City CC).

KEY LOSSES: 1B Collin Nevil (All Conference, All Region, .341, 17 HR, 61 RBI); OF Travis Able (All American, .387 BA); C/3B John Fairchild (All Conference, .301, 8 HR, 37 RBI); OF Justin Graff-Rowe (2017 All American, .272, 4 HR, 27 RBI); SP Brandon Reid (2-2, 2.35 ERA, 53.2 IP, 42 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: Central Missouri finished third in Regional competition last season and posted a 39-17 overall record. Five position player starters are back along with three key pitchers. Headliners include OF Mason Janvrin

(.387, 12 2B, 34 RBI, 32 SB), OF Erik Webb (.330, 12 HR, 20 2B, 46 RBI), RHP Luke Lucas (8-1, 3.96 ERA, 60 K, 21 BB) and closer Luke Mercer (9 SV, 2.74 ERA, 21 AP, 28 K). “We return a large group of young players from last year’s team,” said Head Coach Kyle Crookes. “The challenge will be finding their way after losing three veteran players.”

23. SAINT LEO COACH: Rick O’Dette (38-11 in first year with the Lions; 532-418-4 overall)

2018 RECORD 38-11

2018 FINISH: Fourth place in Sunshine State Conference

TOP RETURNEES: C/1B/RHP Peyton Isaacson (.346, 12 HR, 17 2B, 50 RBI, 14 SV, 0-1, 4.26 ERA, 21 AP, 20 K); 3B/OF Jared Morello (.345, 2 HR, 5 2B, 26 RBI, 14 SB); CF Amir Wright (.335, 2 HR, 8 2B, 39 RBI, 11 SB); C/LF Brett Coffel (.333, 6 HR, 15 2B, 42 RBI); SS Derek Gibree (.281, 1 HR, 8 2B, 16 RBI, 8 SB); RF Aaron Portee (.262, 3 HR, 8 2B, 14 RBI, 12 SB); RHP Shane Haight (4-2, 3.68 ERA, 63.2 IP, 49 K, 16 BB); RHP Joey Antonopoulos (6-1, 4.24 ERA, 46.2 IP, 45 K, 16 BB); RHP McCabe Sargent (3-1, 6.06 ERA, 35.2 IP, 25 K, 7 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 1B Jacob Reimold (West Virginia Tech transfer); RHP Kaleb Huxford (Lincoln Trail College); RHP Ruddy Gomez (Mater Lakes Academy, FL); 1B Mike Wyman (Center Grove HS, IN); RHP Trevor Sanchez (Kishwaukee CC); INF Alec Villanueva (Westminster Christian Academy, FL); OF Adrian Roa (St. Thomas Univ. transfer).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Jordan Pendleton (8-1, 3.06 ERA, 94 IP, 81 K); 2B Zach Scott (Drafted, .312, 12 2B, 8 HR, 42 RBI); RHP Jake Sims (Drafted, 2.35 ERA, 7.2 IP, 10 K); 3B Chase Turner (.272, 14 2B, 8 HR, 44 RBI); OF Lane Stancil (.314, 9 2B, 1 HR, 27 RBI, 6 SB).

2019 OUTLOOK: Saint Leo finished 19th in the final Collegiate Baseball poll and posted a 38-11 overall record last season. Seven position player starters are back along with four key pitchers. Headliners include C/Closer Peyton Isaacson (.346, 12 HR, 17 2B, 50 RBI, 14 SV, 4.26 EA, 21 AP, 20 K) and OF Brett Coffel (.333, 6 HR, 15 2B, 42 RBI). “Peyton Isaacson is one of the best all-around players I have ever coached,” said Head Coach Rick O’Dette. “He’s a winner.”

24. MILLERSVILLECOACH: Jon Shehan (387-200-1 with the Marauders)

2018 RECORD 37-20

2018 FINISH: Participated in Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 2B Kaylor Kulina (.364, 8 2B, 18 RBI, 9 SB); DH Ben Snyder (.330, 5 HR, 19 2B, 41 RBI, 12 SB); LF Manning Brookens (.311, 2 HR, 8 2B, 32 RBI, 19 SB); 1B Jimmy Cain (.308, 2 HR, 10 2B, 42 RBI, 4 SB); CF Cole Friese (.294, 4 HR, 10 2B, 27 RBI, 21 SB); RF Dominic Hardaway (.260, 7 HR, 7 2B, 36 RBI, 12 SB); SS Eric Callahan (.250, 1

HR, 12 2B, 22 RBI, 12 SB); RHP Eli Nabholz (8-4, 2.19 ERA, 90.1 IP, 92 K, 32 BB); LHP Cordell Shannon (8-2, 2.72 ERA, 79.1 IP, 70 K, 31 BB); LHP Drew Miller (4-2, 3.12 ERA, 52 IP, 57 K, 24 BB); RHP Bobby Dorta (2 SV, 1-2, 3.86 ERA, 17 AP, 28 K, 12 BB); RHP Andrew Mayhew (2 SV, 1-1, 3.45 ERA, 14 AP, 29 K, 20 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: INF Christian Del Toro (Northampton CC); SP Kris Pirozzi (Lampeter-Strasburg HS, PA).

KEY LOSSES: 2B Ted Williams (.297, 9 2B, 22 RBI, 7 SB).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Marauders posted a 37-20 overall record last season and return eight position player starters and four key pitchers. Headliners include RHP Eli Nabholz (8-4, 2.19 ERA, 92 K, 32 BB), LHP Cordell Shannon (8-2, 2.72 ERA, 70 K, 31 BB), DH Ben Snyder (.330, 5 HR, 19 2B, 41 RBI) and 1B Jimmy Cain (.308, 10 2B, 42 RBI). “This is a veteran team with only one position player starter lost,” said Head Coach Jon Shehan. “Most of the players in the lineup have been starting for two or more years. Last year’s team performed well in the post-season and gained valuable experience. Our starting pitching is as talented as any we have had.”

25. COLORADO MINESCOACH: Robby Bales (First season with the Orediggers)

2018 RECORD 37-18

2018 FINISH: Participated in Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Mikey Gangwish (.373, 24 HR, 20 2B, 86 RBI, 2 SB); CF Trevor Kehe (.382, 16 HR, 22 2B, 51 RBI, 5 SB, 80 RS); 1B Jace Selsor (.402, 9 HR, 16 2B, 51 RBI, 1 SB); LF Joe Popp (.355, 11 HR, 13 2B, 57 RBI, 7 SB); 3B Derek Daly (.302, 8 HR, 20 2B, 49 RBI, 1 SB); SS Daniel Ciraula (.252, 3 2B, 17 RBI, 3 SB); DH/LHP Walter Pennington (.284, 11 HR, 9 2B, 31 RBI, 6-3, 6.22 ERA, 63.2 IP, 53 K, 34 BB, 1 SV); RF John Howard (.275, 2 HR, 11 2B, 23 RBI, 3 SB); RHP Tyler Blomster (9-1, 3.29 ERA, 68.1 IP, 70 K, 15 BB); RHP Owen Pigati (1-1, 5.91 ERA, 35 IP, 32 K, 11 BB); RHP Gabe Garvens (5 SV, 3-0, 2.63 ERA, 13 AP, 14 K, 10 BB); LHP Toby Scoles (1-1, 5.77 ERA, 11 AP, 20 K, 17 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Nash Neff (Brazoswoods HS, TX); C Noah Kuzma (Valor Christian HS, CO); RHP Kevin Zapanta (Overland HS, CO).

KEY LOSSES: LHP Matt Martin (2-0, 3.86 ERA); 2B Colton Wardle (.290, 3 HR, 9 2B, 40 R, 13 SB).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Orediggers finished tied for 28th in the final Collegiate Baseball poll last season and recorded a 37-18 overall record. Eight position player starters are back along with five key pitchers. Headliners include C Mikey Gangwish (.373, 24 HR, 20 2B, 86 RBI), CF Trevor Kehe (.382, 16 HR, 22 2B, 51 RBI), 1B Jace Selsor (.402, 9 HR, 16 2B, 51 RBI) and RHP Tyler Blomster (9-1, 3.29 ERA, 70 K, 15 BB). “We return the bulk of our 2018 club, including two All-Americans and two Gold Glove winners that was two games away from the NCAA Div. 2 World Series,” said Head Coach Robby Bales. “Our 2019 club should be even better with more experience and the addition of some impact freshmen.”

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Top NCAA Division III Baseball Players Spotlighted

LF DAN HARWOOD…Hit .383, 14 HR, 17 2B, 72 RBI For College Of Wooster

T U C S O N , A r i z . — T h e following list includes NCAA Division III Players to Watch for 2019 as chosen by NCAA Div. III coaches across the USA and compiled by Collegiate Baseball newspaper.Left-Handed Pitchers

Adam Gregory, Concord ia Chicago

Bob Hamel , Wes te rn New England

Brian Nolan, Oswego StateConrad Voss, DallasDrew Ryback, RowanForrest Wagner, RoanokeIsiah Hudson, Cortland StateJT Morin, UMass BostonKyle Strepek, Concordia ChicagoMatt Valin, Cortland StateRobert Klinchock, ShenandoahSawyer Lake, Swarthmore

Right-Handed PitchersColan Tremi, Wisconsin-OshkoshAaron Leming, Franklin Andrew DiPiazza, RowanBen Lambert, Southern MaineBennett Wiggins, Saint John’s

(MN)Charlie Klemm, North CentralChase Kueter, DubuqueConnor Morton, FranklinDanny Cody, Baldwin WallaceDanny Kuhn, Saint John’s (MN)Danny Serreino, RowanFernando Burgos, UMass BostonJack Corkery, SwarthmoreJacob Dubs, RhodesJake Binder, IthacaJake Dickmeyer, Saint John’s

(MN)Jared Rowley, KeystoneJohn Medich, RhodesJohnny Putnam, OtterbeinJordan Clark, FranklinJordan Williams, AdrianJosh Husby, Christopher NewportKeith Long, Texas-TylerMark Gross , Case Western

ReserveMatt Mulhearn, Webster

Matt Steindorf, WillametteMatthew Nickles, Randolph-

MaconMichael Fischer, New JerseyMichael Kaska, Wisconsin-

WhitewaterMichael Zubovich, Randolph-

MaconNate Imig, Texas-TylerNathan Hinkley, KeystoneNick Roth, Randolph-MaconPaul Wetmore, Western New

EnglandPierce Banks, AdrianRicky Conti, SwarthmoreSean Beaver, Webster

Tre Thomas, La RocheTrey Sledge, RhodesTyler Hopman, KeanTyler Peck, Chapman

Relief PitchersBen Sprinkle, FranklinBobby Tramondozzi, UMass

BostonBrandon Murillo, WillametteCorey Brown, Case Western

ReserveKyle Gaeb, KeanNathan Stonebraker, FranklinShane Donovan, WebsterSteve Salisbury, Cortland State

CatchersGunner Rainey, AdrianReece Yeargain, Randolph-

MaconRob Marinec, North CentralRyan McCormick, UMass Boston

First BasemenKyler Kent, WebsterAndrew Bailey, IthacaAnthony Harrold, RowanBrady Wood, AdrianBrendan Moore, RedlandsCole Beeker, SwarthmoreLuke Nussman, ShenandoahNick Boham, Chr i s t ophe r

NewportPhil Wells, Baldwin WallaceRobbie Edwards, RoanokeRonald Medina, Keystone

Second BasemenRocco Maue, Case Western

ReserveBrandon Nicholson, Oswego

StateJack Lasswell, DubuqueJeff Butler, Randolph-MaconJohn Carello, KeanMarcos Perivolaris, Cortland

StateWebb Little, Ithaca

Third BasemenBen Swords, WebsterSeth Woodard, Christopher

NewportBlake Wilson, Texas-TylerBryan VanDuser, Concordia

ChicagoConnor Brett, OtterbeinDylan Ott, Wisconsin-OshkoshEddie Riley, UMass BostonJack Howard, RoanokeNathan Patton, DallasNick San to ro , Wiscons in -

WhitewaterShortstops

Ben Beachy, OtterbeinBowie Farris, Texas-TylerAaron Singh, RedlandsAlex Loparco, Western New

EnglandAlex Ludwick, Baldwin Wallace

Danny Borup, New JerseyDillon Mendal, RowanJ o s e M e r c a d o , C o n c o r d i a

ChicagoSam Claycamp, Franklin

OutfieldersAlex Koch, Wisconsin-OshkoshDudley Taw, Baldwin WallaceFrank LoGiudice, KeanMike Wisz, North CentralA l e x D o u d , W i s c o n s i n -

WhitewaterBen LaCroix, Western New

EnglandCharlie Levitt, SwarthmoreConnor Bailey, WillametteDevin Warren, Southern MaineErik Lacaire, Western New

EnglandGrant Thompson, ShenandoahJordan Mason, Christopher

NewportJordan Stickler, DallasJustin Meekins, SalisburyMax Jackson, Saint John’s (MN)Mike Dellicarri, Oswego StateMohammed Hussein, KeystoneNate Tholl, WebsterNick Polizzano, KeanRyan Bixler, FranklinRyan Duphorn, Randolph-MaconSam Little, IthacaThomas Persichetti, New JerseyTristan Kevitch, Chapman

Designated HittersC a l A l d r i d g e , Wi s c o n s i n -

WhitewaterJackson Roberts, SwarthmoreJoe Cassella, Western New

EnglandJoe Professor, La RocheNick Wright, FranklinThomas Kempf, DubuqueWill Salva, Roanoke

Multi-Position AthletesDakota McFadden, KeystoneNick Bosma, RhodesFrank Vesuvio, Cortland StateJack Barry, SalisburyJake Dexter, Southern MainePaul Giacomazzi, Rhodes

Jack Dunn Explains Breaks, Leads On Base Paths

JACK DUNN

By JACK DUNNSpecial To Collegiate Baseball

PORTLAND, Ore. — This multiple drill combines base stealing and defensive skills used against those attempting to steal.Equipment

1. Protective Screensa. Place Protective Screen

behind second base to protect runners from errant throws from the catcher.

b. Place Protective Screen behind first base to protect runners from errant pick off throws from the pitcher.

2. Throw down bases.Pitcher

Practices 1. Throwing from the “set

position.”2. Holding runner at first base.3. A quick delivery to home

plate.Procedure1. Place a pi tcher on the

mound. 2. Works from set position.3. Pitcher tries to pick runner off

first base.4. Works on quickness to home

plate.5. Works on varying time

between pitches to home to keep runner guessing.

6. Quickness to home plate should be timed from start of pitcher’s first movement until ball hits catcher’s glove.

a. 1.6 Seconds = Poorb. 1.4 Seconds = Goodc. 1.3 Seconds = Excellent

CatcherPractice 1. Proper shifting and proper

footwork.2. Proper footwork to improve

quickness and release time on throws to second base.

3. To improve accuracy on throws to second base.

Procedure 1. Behind home plate and in full

gear.2. Receives pitch and throws to

second base.3. Coach with stopwatch times

catcher’s throw to second base.a. Start the stopwatch the instant

the ball is caught by the catcher.b. Stop the stopwatch the instant

the ball is caught at second base.c. Ideal time 2 seconds or less.

First Baseman Practice 1. Correct position and stance

for holding runner at first base.2. How to apply the tag

correctly.

Procedures 1. Assumes correct position at

first base to hold runner on.2. Receives pick-off throws

from pitcher and applies tag.Middle Infielders (SS & 2B)

Practice1. Cover ing second base

correctly.2. Receiving catcher’s throw.3. Applying the tag correctly.4. “Cheating” toward second

base to be there in time to receive the catcher’s throw.

Procedure1. Place shortstop and second

baseman in their positions.2. Sho r t s top and s econd

baseman alternate covering second base and backing up the throw.

3. Middle infielders learn how far to “cheat” (play closer to second base) to be at second base in time to receive catcher’s throw.

4. Middle infielders receive catcher’s throw and apply tag.Base Runners

Procedure1. No runner on first base…for

reasons of safety.2. Players line up behind first

base along the right field foul line.

3. Use throw down bases.4. Space bases about four feet

apart.5. Three or four players practice

“Breaks and Leads” at one time.6. Runners break for second

base as pitcher delivers to home.7. Runners do not slide, but run

behind Protective Screen at second base.

8. Runners should be timed.a. 3.4 Seconds – Very fastb. 3.4 – 3.6 Seconds – Alert to

Steal.c. 3 . 6 – 3 . 8 S e c o n d s –

Questionable

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NCAA Div. III Preview: No. 1 Wooster Loaded

DH CAL ALDRIDGE.451, 15 HR, 19 2B, 52 RBI For Wisc.-Whitewater

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1. WOOSTERCOACH: Tim Pettorini (1,213-446-6 in 37 years with the Fighting Scots)

2018 RECORD: 40-10

2018 FINISH: Fifth in final Collegiate Baseball poll

TOP RETURNEES: LF Dan Harwood (.383, 14 HR, 17 2B, 72 RBI, 9 SB); 1B Garrett Crum (.365, 9 HR, 13 2B, 69 RBI, 6 SB); 3B/RHP Chandler Dippman (.317, 1 HR, 7 2B, 29 RBI, 2 SB, 8-1, 2.71 ERA, 69.2 IP, 30 K, 11 BB); 2B Jacob Stuursma (.338, 1 HR, 16 2B, 35 RBI, 11 SB); DH Dan Gail (.362, 2 HR, 10 2B, 26 RBI, 3 SB); C Harrison Walls (.415, 1 HR, 7 2B, 21 RBI); CF Nick Strausbaugh (.342, 3 HR, 12 2B, 27 RBI, 9 SB); RHP Brian Murray (6-3, 3.61 ERA, 67.1 IP, 41 K 29 BB); RHP Andrew Hill (2-0, 5.12 ERA, 31.2 IP, 23 K, 14 BB, 3 SV); LHP Wyatt Linde (3-0, 2.57 ERA, 28 AP, 21 K, 12 BB); RHP Jack Jones (1 SV, 1-0, 3.78 ERA, 15 AP, 12 K, 7 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: P/OF Ben Gbur (Hilliard Darby HS, OH); P Collin Springer (La Jolla Country Day, CA).

KEY LOSSES: SS Michael Wielansky (Drafted, ABCA Position Player of Year, All American); CF Jake Fling (Tied for 3rd in D3 AB (773) and tied 14th in runs (217); P Nanak Saran (All Region, All Conference); RF Drew Tornow (All Conference); P James Usher (27 AP in 2018).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Fighting Scots finished fifth in the final Collegiate Baseball poll after rolling to a 40-10 overall record. Six position player starters return along with three quality pitchers. Headliners include LF Dan Harwood (All-American, .383, 14 HR, 17 2B, 72 RBI), 1B Garrett Crum (.365, 9 HR, 13 2B, 69 RBI), 3B/RHP Chandler Dippman (.317, 1 HR, 7 2B, 29 RBI, 8-1, 2.71 ERA) and RHP Brian Murray (6-3, 3.61 ERA, 41 K). “I like this team a lot,” said Head Coach Tim Pettorini. “We have several strong seniors and have good talent on the mound and in the field. Our pitching has a chance to be outstanding, and we know we will score runs.”

2. WISC.-WHITEWATERCOACH: John Vodenlich (540-173-1 in 15 years with the Warhawks; 569-213-1 overall)

2018 RECORD: 33-8

2018 FINISH: Participated in Regional

TOP RETURNEES: DH Cal Aldridge (.451, 15 HR, 19 2B, 52 RBI, 4 SB); OF Alex Doud (.438, 6 HR, 9 2B, 38 RBI, 7 SB); INF Nick Schrader (.336, 2 HR, 9 2B, 32 RBI, 8 SB); 3B Nick Santoro (.303, 1. HR, 6 2B, 28 RBI, 17 SB); C Mike Aiello (.301, 3 HR, 9 2B, 33 RBI, 3 SB); OF Matt Wary (.330, 1 HR, 4 2B, 23 RBI, 12 SB); RHP Michael Kaska (9-1, 1.41 ERA, 63.2 IP, 55 K, 16 BB); LHP Matt O’Sullivan (3-0, 0.69 ERA, 39.1 IP, 49 K, 9 BB); RHP Riley Gruetzmacher (4 SV, 1-0, 3.23 ERA, 20 AP, 25 K, 4 BB).

KEY LOSSES: OF Daytona Bryden (.488, 29 SB, 17 2B, 9 HR, 23 BB); INF Blake Fleischman (.295, 6 2B, 19 RBI, 7 SB); INF Jeff Szubert (.286, 5 2B, 17 RBI, 5 SB); SP Heath Renz (5-3, 3.15 ERA, 54.1 IP, 70 K); SP Austin Jones (8-2, 2.91 ERA, 65 IP, 81 K, 13 BB).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Warhawks rolled to a 33-8 record last season and finished seventh in the final Collegiate Baseball poll. Six position player starters are back along with three key pitchers. Four players to watch include DH Cal Aldridge (.451, 15 HR, 19 2B, 52 RBI), OF Alex Doud (.438, 6 HR, 9 2B, 38 RBI), 3B Nick Santoro (.303, 3 HR, 6 2B, 28 RBI, 17 SB) and RHP Michael Kaska (9-1, 1.41 ERA, 55 K, 16 BB).

3. SWARTHMORECOACH: Matt Midkiff (134-100-1 in 6 years with the Garnet; 188-187-2 overall)

2018 RECORD: 38-11

2018 FINISH: 8th in final Collegiate Baseball poll

TOP RETURNEES: 1B Cole Beeker (.361, 7 HR, 15 2B, 65 RBI, 20 SB); DH Jackson Roberts (.399, 10 HR, 17 2B, 48 RBI, 2 SB); LF Charlie Levitt (.344, 9 HR, 13 2B, 41 RBI, 12 SB); RF AJ Liu (.309, 2 HR, 14 2B, 36 RBI, 13 SB); CF Jared Gillen (.288, 4 HR, 21 2B, 39 RBI, 15 SB); 3B Conor Elliott (.337, 1 HR, 11 2B, 35 RBI, 4 SB); SS Coleson Hebble (.223, 6 HR, 10 2B, 29 RBI, 4 SB); RHP Ricky Conti (12-3, 2.60 ERA, 93.1 IP, 61 K, 23 BB); LHP Sawyer Lake (6-1, 3.42 ERA, 68.1 IP, 67 K, 24 BB); LHP Ryan Warm (4-0, 3.93 ERA, 71 IP, 53 K, 22 BB); RHP Jack Corkery (8 SV, 4-2, 2.01 ERA, 21 AP, 31 K, 16 BB); LHP Zach Gonzalez (0-0, 2.53 ERA, 16 AP, 8 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Garnet finished eighth in the final Collegiate Baseball poll and posted a 38-11 overall record. Eight position player starters are back along with four key pitchers. Players to watch include 1B Cole Beeker (.61, 7 HR, 15 2B, 65 RBI, 20 SB), DH Jackson Roberts (.399, 10 HR, 17 2B, 48 RBI), LF Charlie Levitt (.344, 9 HR, 13 2B, 41 RBI), RHP Ricky Conti (12-3, 2.60 ERA, 61 K) and closer Jack Corkery (8 SV, 4-2, 2.01 ERA, 21 AP, 31 K). “After a great 2018, we look to build on that success with many returners who gained valuable experience,” said Head Coach Matt Midkiff. “All conference starters and all but one starting position player return.”

4. TRINITY (TX)COACH: Tim Scannell (663-254 with the Tigers)

2018 RECORD: 33-9

2018 FINISH: Participated in SCAC tournament

TOP RETURNEES: OF Rafe Chaumette (.392, 4 HR, 13 2B, 47 RBI, 13 SB); UT John Tucker (.340, 15 2B, 32 RBI, 6 SB); INF Jack Wisniewski (.353, 1 HR, 2 2B, 14 RBI, 1 SB); C Michael Goodrich (.309, 6 HR, 10 2B, 33 RBI); INF Logan Morrison (.304, 1 HR, 3 2B, 17 RBI, 18 SB); OF Jake Martin (.265, 5 HR, 6 2B, 29 RBI, 6 SB); LHP James Nittoli (5-2, 2.78 ERA, 45.1 IP, 49 K, 13 BB); RHP Jeff Lonnecker (4-0, 1.52 ERA, 47.1 IP, 68 K, 10 BB, 3 SV); RHP Cory Cater (2-0, 1.65 ERA, 32.2 IP, 42 K, 11 BB, 3 SV); RHP Holden Nix (2-1, 4.32 ERA, 33.1 IP, 11 AP, 34 K, 16 BB); RHP Ian Hussian (3-1, 5.45 ERA, 33 IP, 12 AP, 38 K, 16 BB).

KEY LOSSES: P Kevin Flores (2.95 ERA, 47 K, 8 BB, 39.2 IP); P Brendan Meyer (3.32 ERA, 65 K, 32 BB, 65 IP); SS Zach Oretsky (.967 fielding percentage at SS); CF Blake Frampton (.351 BA, great defense).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Tigers posted a 33-9 record last season and finished 23rd in the final Collegiate Baseball poll. Five position player starters are back along with four key pitchers. Headliners include OF Rafe Chaumette (.392, 4 HR, 13 2B, 47 RBI, 13 SB), C Michael Goodrich (.309, 6 HR, 10 2B, 33 RBI), LHP James Nittoli (5-2, 2.78 ERA, 49 K, 13 BB), RHP Jeff Lonnecker (4-0, 1.52 ERA, 68 K) and RHP Cory Cater (2-0, 1.65 ERA, 42 K, 11 BB). “We have depth on the mound and have the potential to have a very balanced lineup,” said Head Coach Tom Scannell. “We have some players who need to be stronger mentally. Our early season schedule will be good for our team to learn how to compete.”

5. MISERICORDIACOACH: Pete Egbert (326-170-2 in 11 years with the Cougars; 417-257-2 overall)

2018 RECORD: 37-15

2018 FINISH: 9th in final Collegiate Baseball poll

TOP RETURNEES: C Conor Smith (.300, 8 2B, 26 RBI, 10 SB); 1B Tyler Holzapfel (.338, 2 HR, 18 2B, 50 RBI, 4 SB); SS Sean Boylan (.266, 9 2B, 23 RBI, 5 SB); 3B Kenny Jarema (.317, 2 HR, 6 2B, 29 RBI, 18 SB); LF Sean Lyons (.346, 1 HR, 11 2B, 32 RBI, 4 SB); CF Parker Abate (.344, 1

2019 NCAA Div. IIIBaseball Top 40Rank School (2018 Record) Points 1. Wooster, OH (40-10) 285 2. Wisconsin-Whitewater (33-8) 281 3. Swarthmore, PA (38-11) 279 4. Trinity, TX (33-9) 275 5. Misericordia, PA (37-15) 272 6. Texas Lutheran (42-12) 269 7. Randolph-Macon, VA (38-9-1) 267 8. Concordia Chicago, IL (40-15) 264 9. UMass Boston, MA (37-10) 26010. Rowan, NJ (35-11) 257 Second Ten 11. Cortland St., NY (35-12) 254 12. Southern Maine (30-15) 25213. Wisconsin-Oshkosh (34-10) 24914. Oswego St., NY (30-14) 24615. Webster, MO (38-10) 24316. Christopher Newport, VA (35-12) 24017. Babson, MA (35-12) 23718. Rhodes, TN (32-16) 23519. College of New Jersey (29-11) 23320. Keystone, PA (34-12) 230 Third Ten21. Chapman, CA (35-13) 228 22. Franklin, IN (39-5) 22623. La Roche, PA (35-10-1) 22324. Salisbury, MD (34-12) 21925. Wabash, IN (32-17) 21726. Adrian, MI (35-12) 21527. Shenandoah, VA (35-12) 21228. North Central, IL (29-14) 21029. Baldwin Wallace, OH (33-14) 20730. Roanoke, VA (31-11) 204 Fourth Ten31. Ithaca, NY (30-17) 203 32. Western New England, MA (32-15) 20133. Saint John’s, MN (33-8) 19934. Cal. Lutheran (22-18) 19735. Ramapo, NJ (35-15) 19536. Denison, OH (32-12) 19237. Concordia, TX (29-17) 18738. Texas-Dallas (32-17) 18539. Otterbein, OH (30-16) 18440. Case Western Reserve, OH (29-10) 181Other Teams Receiving Votes: Birmingham-Southern (AL), Willamette, (OR), Dubuque (IA), Bethel (MN), Redlands (CA), Kean (NJ), Washington-St. Louis (MO), Aurora (IL), Suffolk (MA), Arcadia (PA), Catholic (DC), Marietta (OH), Berry (GA), La Verne (CA), Gwynedd Mercy (PA), Piedmont (GA), Lin-field (OR), Heidelberg (OH), DeSales (PA), Methodist (NC), Johns Hopkins (MD), Tufts (MA), Farmingdale St. (NY), Augustana (IL), Stevens Institute of Technology (NJ), St. Thomas (MN), Salve Regina (RI), Westfield St. (MA), Chicago (IL), Piedmont (GA), Mon-mouth (IL), Thomas More (KY), Castleton (VT), Penn St. Behrend (PA), Union (NY), Saint Joseph’s (ME), Endicott (MA), Penn St. Abington (PA), SUNY Old Westbury (NY), St. John Fisher (NY). Note: 2018 NCAA Div. 3 national champion Texas-Tyler is not ranked because the school is transitioning to NCAA Div. 2 Source: Collegiate Baseball

HR, 9 2B, 27 RBI, 18 SB); RF Steve Weisensee (.348, 1 HR, 13 2B, 46 RBI, 12 SB); DH Santo Guinta (.241, 6 HR, 14 2B, 42 RBI, 10 SB); RHP Drake Koch (7-1, 3.28 ERA, 71.1 IP, 71 K, 17 BB, 1 SV); RHP Ian McCole (8-1, 3.34 ERA, 62 IP, 41 K, 15 BB); RHP Tom Jacob (7-2, 3.40 ERA, 50.1 IP, 25 K, 24 BB); LHP Zach Mason (1 SV, 2-2, 3.13 ERA, 16 AP, 26 K, 17 BB); RHP Kyle Melahn (8 SV, 4-3, 3.44 ERA, 28 AP, 34 K, 18 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 2B Brady Madden (East Pennsboro HS, PA); SS Austin Sienkiewicz (Wyoming Valley West HS, PA).

KEY LOSSES: 2B Alec Iurato (.302, 14 RBI, 2 SB); P Elliot Forde (7-0, 4.08 ERA, 68.1 IP, 48 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Cougars rolled to a 37-15 record last season and finished ninth in the Collegiate Baseball final poll. Eight position player starters are back and four key pitchers. Players to watch include 3B Kenny Jarema (.317, 2 HR, 6 2B, 29 RBI, 18 SB), 1B Tyler Holzapfel (.338, 2 HR, 18 2B, 50 RBI), RHP Drake Koch (7-1, 3.28 ERA, 71 K, 17 BB), RHP Ian McCole (8-1, 3.34 ERA, 41 K, 15 BB) and RHP Tom Jacob (7-2, 3.40 ERA, 25 K). “We have a veteran group that can pitch and defend,” said Head Coach Pete Egbert. “We’ll need to buy into the team offensive approach to manufacture runs and utilize our athleticism and team speed.”

6. TEXAS LUTHERANCOACH: Greg Burnett (306-172 in 11 years with the Bulldogs)

2018 RECORD: 42-12

2018 FINISH: Runner-up at NCAA Div. 3 World Series

TOP RETURNEES: OF Tyler Cauley (.371, 12 HR, 20 2B, 66 RBI, 3 SB); INF Thomas Varner (.352, 16 2B, 32 RBI, 21 SB); C Spencer Brandt (.279, 2 HR, 6 2B, 18 RBI, 1 SB); 1B Chad Curtis (.266, 4 HR, 11 2B, 23 RBI, 1 SB); C Cameron Wilson (.290, 3 HR, 4 2B, 16 RBI, 1 SB); RHP Nathan Malinvosky (12-2, 1.38 ERA, 110.2 IP, 108 K, 44 BB, 2 SV); RHP Landon Weatherly (2-1, 2.93 ERA, 40 IP, 35 K, 14 BB, 2 SV); RHP Dylan Murrell (6 SV, 3-0, 2.08 ERA, 16 AP, 22 K); RHP Drew Waller (4 SV, 7-2, 3.46 ERA, 17 AP, 30 K, 10 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Joe Jimenez (Johnson HS, TX); UT Blade Strzelczyk (East Central HS, TX); OF Zack Nguyen (Houston Memorial HS, TX); LHP Riley Backs (Cypress Falls HS, TX); LHP Matthew Hickey (Klein Collins HS, TX); RHP Logan Fischer (Thorndale HS, TX); RHP Joe Burch (Navarro HS, TX).

KEY LOSSES: OF Riley Schaefer (All American); RHP Dylan Drgac (All American); SS Eric Rabinowitz (All Conference); 2B Ben Marvin (All Conference ); DH Keaton Boysen (All Region).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Bulldogs posted a 42-12 record last season and finished second at the NCAA Div. 3 World Series. Four position player starters are back and one key pitcher. Headliners include RHP Nathan Malinvosky (12-2, 1.38 ERA, 108 K, 44 BB), closer Dylan Murrell (6 SV, 3-0, 2.08 ERA, 22 K) and OF Tyler Cauley (.371, 12 HR, 20 2B, 5 3B, 66 RBI). “We will be young and inexperienced trying to replace 11 seniors from our 2018 ball club,” said Head Coach Greg Burnett. “We will have talent, but it will take some time for the team to trust each other and jell.”

7. RANDOLPH-MACONCOACH: Ray Hedrick (333-227-5 in 14 years with the Yellow Jacket)

2018 RECORD: 38-9-1

2018 FINISH: Tied for third place at D-3 World Series

TOP RETURNEES: 2B Jeff Butler (.347, 8 HR, 9 2B, 42 RBI, 12 SB); C Reece Yeargain (.313, 8 HR, 11 2B, 42 RBI, 1 SB); 3B/RHP Michael Nickles (.297, 9 HR, 10 2B, 41 RBI, 5 SB, 6-0, 3.28 ERA, 46.2 IP, 38 K, 18 BB); CF Ryan Duphorn (.372, 10 2B, 26 RBI, 25 SB); SS Zach Evans (.257, 1 HR, 8 2B, 22 RBI); RHP Nick Roth (11-1, 3.13 ERA, 89 IP, 78 K, 8 BB); RHP Michael Zubovich (4-0, 3.66 ERA, 46.2 IP, 37 K, 7 BB); RHP Patrick Solomita (0-0, 3.97 ERA, 14 AP, 12 K, 5 BB).

KEY LOSSES: SP Colin Selby (Drafted, All American, 11-3, 2.60 ERA, 97 IP, 126 K); OF Cole Migliorini (All Region, .379, 7 HR, 10 2B, 53 RBI); 1B Joseph Tuzzolo (All Region, .374, 11 HR, 18 2B, 58 RBI); OF Rick Spiers (All Conference, .310, 5 HR, 10 2B, 54 RBI, 11 SB); RP Christian Cok (0-1, 5 SV, 4.50 ERA, 18 IP, 23 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Yellow Jackets tied for third at the NCAA Div. 3 World Series last season and finished with a 38-9-1 overall record. Five position player starters are back along with three key pitchers. Headliners include 2B Jeff Butler (.347, 8 HR, 9 2B, 42 RBI, 12 SB), C Reece Yeargain (.313, 8 HR, 11 2B, 42 RBI), CF Ryan Duphorn (.372, 10 2B, 26 RBI, 25 SB), RHP Nick Roth (11-1, 3.13 ERA), RHP Matthew Nickles (6-0, 3.28 ERA) and RHP Michael Zubovich (4-0, 3.66 ERA).

8. CONCORDIA-CHICAGOCOACH: Mike Stawski (108-41 with the Cougars; 190-83 overall)

2018 RECORD: 40-15

2018 FINISH: Fourth place at D-3 World Series

TOP RETURNEES: C Justin Rodriguez (.333, 2 2B, 12 RBI, 9 SB); 3B Bryan VanDuser (.287, 1 HR, 11 2B, 29 RBI, 16 SB); SS Jose Mercado (.369, 8 2B, 26 RBI, 39 SB); LF Connor Brandon (.337, 4 HR, 8 2B, 30 RBI, 10 SB); CF Keegan Tyrell (.289, 5 HR, 9 2B, 41 RBI, 12 SB); LHP Adam Gregory (4-0, 0.35, 25.2 IP, 14 K, injured for part of season); RHP Noah Dressler (4-0, 3.57 ERA, 12 AP, 23 K, 15 BB); RHP Cole Carman (2-0, 5.79 ERA, 8 APP, 15 K, 11 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: LHP Kyle Strepek (Palomar JC); LHP Ryan Davila (Heartland CC); RHP Mike Tobin (Stagg HS, IL); 2B Brayden Benavides (Canyon Del Oro HS, AZ).

KEY LOSSES: 2B Mitch Wilson (All American, All Conference, all time hits leader); 1B Andrew Massey (All Conference); RF Joseph Silva (NACC Player of Year); RP Mike Formella (Midwest Pitcher of Year, All American); SP Brian Musielak (All Conference, 4 year starter).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Cougars finished fourth at the NCAA Div. 3 World Series and posted a 40-15 overall record. Five position player starters are back along with one key pitchers. Players to watch include SS Jose Mercado (.369, 8 2B, 26 RBI, 39 SB), LHP Adam Gregory (4-0, 0.35 ERA, hurt after fourth start but healthy now) and LHP Kyle Strepek (trans. Palomar J.C, CA). “While we lost a lot of production from the 2018 team, we still return 26 players, half of which started at some point last season,” said Head Coach Mike Stawski. “The experience we have gained over the past two years will be very valuable, and our team should be built around our pitching staff.”

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COACH: Brendan Eygabroat (318-268 with the Beacons)

2018 RECORD: 37-10

2018 FINISH: Runners-up in Northeast Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Ryan McCormick (.354, 1 HR, 15 2B, 41 RBI, 6 SB); 3B Eddie Riley (.269, 5 HR, 9 2B, 33 RBI, 9 SB); SS Charlie Huegi (.273, 6 2B, 26 RBI, 17 SB); 1B Kyle Boudrias (.344, 2 HR, 9 2B, 32 RBI, 1 SB); LF Anthony Cecere (.324, 1 HR, 6 2B, 21 RBI, 2 SB); RF Nick Herzog (.272, 1 HR, 6 2B, 34 RBI, 18 SB); RHP Fernando Burgos (9-1, 3.08 ERA, 61.1 IP, 42 K, 26 BB); LHP JT Morin (6-1, 2.50 ERA, 66 K, 31 BB); LHP Joe Rogers (3-2, 4.66 ERA, 55 K, 29 BB); RHP Bobby Tramondozzi (9 SV, 4-2, 3.06 ERA, 20 AP, 27 K, 6 BB); RHP Mike Doherty (3-0, 3.46 ERA, 16 AP, 20 K, 6 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 2B Ryan Collins (Northern Essex CC); C Nico Kydes (Stamford HS, CT); RHP Dylan Fashempour (Redlands East Valley HS, CA); OF Brandon Cellucci (Hudson Valley CC); OF Tate Vel (Simsbury HS, CT); RHP Matt Demma (St. Joseph’s College transfer); RHP Kelly Killeen (Franklin Pierce transfer).

KEY LOSSES: 1B Chris Fowler (All American); 2B Dave Murphy (All New England); OF Sal Frosceno (4-year starter); RHP Bryan Kaufman (key relief pitcher).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Beacons finished sixth in the final Collegiate Baseball poll after rolling to a 37-10 overall record. Six position player starters are back along with four quality pitchers. Headliners include C Ryan McCormick (.354, 15 2B, 41 RBI), 3B Eddie Riley (.269, 5 HR, 9 2B, 33 RBI), RHP Fernando Burgos (9-1, 3.08 ERA, 42 K), LHP J.T. Morin (6-1, 2.50 ERA, 66 K) and closer Bobby Tramondozzi (9 SV, 4-2, 3.06 ERA, 20 AP, 27 K). “We return our entire rotation and almost our entire position player lineup,” said Head Coach Brendan Eygabroat. “We lost some big power with the loss of Chris Fowler and Dave Murphy. So players must step up in that area.”

10. ROWANCOACH: Mike Dickson (113-61 in 4 years with the Profs)

2018 RECORD: 35-11

2018 FINISH: Finished 10th in final Collegiate Baseball poll

TOP RETURNEES: SS Dillon Mendal (.376, 2 HR, 15 2B, 40 RBI, 9 SB); CF Dan Shane (.270, 1 HR, 8 2B, 19 RBI, 26 SB); 2B Alex Kokos (.325, 2 HR, 9 2B, 33 RBI, 4 SB); 1B Anthony Harrold (.373, 5 HR, 14 2B, 39 RBI); 3B Nick Schooley (.333, 7 RBI, 2 SB); RHP Danny Serreino (7-2, 1.25 ERA, 79 IP, 89 K, 32 BB); RHP Andrew DiPiazza (7-1, 1.49 ERA, 60.1 IP, 78 K, 20 BB); LHP Drew Ryback (8-1, 2.83 ERA, 54 IP, 43 K, 26 BB); RHP Andrew Cartier (1 SV, 4-2, 3.35 ERA, 10 AP, 59 K); RHP Dan Corvo (4 SV, 0-1, 4.85 ERA, 13 AP, 14 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: LF Matt Woods (St. John’s transfer); RF Eric Schorr (Tusculum transfer); 1B Eric Didomenico (Paul VI HS, NJ); SS Bauer Fichter (Haddonfield HS, NJ).

KEY LOSSES: LF Monny Strickland (started 46 games; .314 BA); RF Kyle Golla (played 46 games, .291 BA); 3B Shawn Leydon (played 33 games); P Jordan Friedman (4 SV, 1.96 ERA, 10 K, 16 AP).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Profs rolled to a 35-11 overall record and finished 10th in the final Collegiate Baseball poll. Six position player starters are back along with six key pitchers. Players to watch include RHP Danny Serreino (7-2, 1.25 ERA), RHP Andrew DiPiazza (7-1, 1.49 ERA), LHP Drew Ryback (8-1, 2.83 ERA), 1B Anthony Harrold (.373, 5 HR, 12 2B, 39 RBI) and SS Dillon Mendal (.376, 2 HR, 15 2B, 40 RBI). “We are strong at every position and should be a top contender,” said Head Coach Mike Dickson.

11. CORTLAND ST.COACH: Joe Brown (714-185-3 with the Red Dragons)

2018 RECORD: 35-12

2018 FINISH: Third place in New York Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 2B Marcos Perivolaris (.337, 3 HR, 8 2B, 19 RBI, 2 SB); CF Antonio Pragana (.355, 4 2B, 14 RBI, 9 SB); LF Colin Bevard (.306, 2 HR, 9 2B, 27 RBI, 12 SB); RF Joe Tardif (.400, 1 HR, 6 2B, 16 RBI, 5 SB); SS Dan Schweitzer (.315, 3 2B, 4 RBI, 1 SB); DH Dan Coleman (.286, 2 HR, 4 2B, 12 RBI); LHP Matt Valin (1-0, 3.4 ERA, 21 IP 34 K, 15 BB); LHP Isiah Hudson (7-1, 2.4 ERA, 48.1 IP, 42 K, 10 BB, 1 SV); LHP Jake Casey (4-2, 3.55 ERA, 50 IP, 49 K, 24 BB); RHP Steve Salisbury (2 SV, 4-0, 1.57 ERA, 12 AP, 24 K, 11 BB); RHP/OF Frank Vesuvio (2 SV, 0-2, 2.04 ERA, 10 AP, 14 K, 12 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Dan Hobbs (Siena College transfer); RHP Nick Morena (Suffolk CC); RHP Zac Durant (Herkimer CC); OF Scott Giordano (Westchester CC); INF Paul Franzese (Westchester CC); INF Sam Kippen (Olivet Nazarene transfer); INF Mike O’Connor (Keiser transfer); RHP Mitch Cavanagh (Keiser transfer).

KEY LOSSES: C Justin Teague; 1B Pat Schetter; DH Matt Personius; 3B Matt Michalski; RHP Mike Harrington (All American).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Red Dragons finished third in the New York Regional and posted a 35-12 overall record. Five position player starters are back along with four key pitchers. Headliners include 2B Marcos Perivolaris (.337, 3 HR, 8 2B, 19 RBI), LHP Isiah Hudson (7-1, 2.40 ERA), LHP Matt Valin (1-0, 3.40 ERA), RHP Steve Salisbury (2 SV, 4-0, 1.57 ERA) and RHP/OF Frank Vesuvio (2 SV, 2.04 ERA). “Our pitching staff is the deepest in at least the last 10 years,” said Head Coach Joe Brown. “We have six pitchers who can throw fastballs 88-92 mph.”

12. SOUTHERN MAINECOACH: Ed Flaherty (1,004-450-4 in 33 years with the Huskies)

2018 RECORD: 30-15

2018 FINISH: Finals of New York Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Jason Komulainen (.275, 4 2B, 13 RBI); 1B Andrew Hillier (.324, 3 HR, 5 2B, 28 RBI); 2B/RHP Jake Dexter (.382, 3 HR, 13 2B, 30 RBI, 7 SB, 13 SV, 5-4, 2.44 ERA, 25 AP, 47 K, 11 BB); SS Andrew Olszak (.307, 1 HR, 11 2B, 37 RBI, 3 SB); 3B Sam Troiano (.251, 5 HR, 7 2B, 20 RBI, 12 SB); LF Dylan Hapworth (.319, 8 HR, 11 2B, 26 RBI, 7 SB); CF Devin Warren (.369, 2 HR, 15 2B, 33 RBI, 15 SB); RF Zack Quintal (.283, 7 HR, 9 2B, 39 RBI, 11 SB); DH Anthony Degifico (.292, 8 2B, 17 RBI); RHP Ben Lambert (4-3, 3.00 ERA, 51 IP, 60 K, 33 RBI, 1 SV); RHP Gage Feeney (6-1, 3.56 ERA, 60.2 IP, 44 K, 14 BB); RHP Dalton Rice (3-4, 4.62 ERA, 48.2 IP, 63 K, 26 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 1B Arlo Pike (Bonny Eagle HS, ME); OF Tom Vesosky (Essex Junction HS, VT); C/3B Jonathan Wilson (Torrington HS, CT); P Ryan Norris (Gorham HS, ME); P Noah Bonsant (Erskine Academy, ME); SS Zach Ireland (Bangor HS, ME); P Anthony Pirolli, Londonderry HS, NH).

KEY LOSSES: C Kyle Heath (Team captain).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Huskies posted a 30-15 record last season and made it to the finals of the New York Regional. Eight position player starters are back and 11 pitchers. Key players to watch include 2B/RHP Jake Dexter (.382, 3 HR, 13 2B, 30 RBI, 13 SV, 5-4, 2.44 ERA, 25 AP, 47 K), CF Devin Warren (.369, 15 2B, 33 RBI, 15 SB) and RHP Ben Lambert (4-3, 3.00 ERA, 60 K, 33 BB). “We return much of our squad from 2018 and have added some quality freshmen,” said Head Coach Ed Flaherty. “If we continue to move forward, we should have a fine team.”

13. WISCONSIN-OSHKOSHCOACH: Kevin Tomasiewicz (118-87-1 in 5 years with the Titans)

2018 RECORD: 34-10

2018 FINISH: Runners-up in Regional

TOP RETURNEES: C Jensen Hinton (.286, 2 HR, 4 2B, 3 3B, 20 RBI, 1 SB); SS Hunter Staniske (.319, 4 2B, 6 RBI); 3B Dylan Ott (.349, 3 HR, 12 2B, 29 RBI, 15 SB); LF Zack Radde (.310, 3 HR, 11 2B, 24 RBI, 10 SB); CF Alex Koch (.335, 7 HR, 11 2B, 42 RBI); RHP Colan Treml (10-0, 2.15 ERA, 74 K, 18 BB); RHP Jon Maday (4-2, 4.20 ERA, 45 IP, 42 K, 15 BB); RHP Alex Larson (1-0, 5.23 ERA, 10.1 IP, 7 K); RHP Ryan Wilkening 1-0, 1.54 ERA, 11.2 IP, 8 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Tyler Gaecke (Mukwonago HS, WI); RHP Tyler Labedz (Thornton Fractional South HS, IL); C Benton Troehler (Grayslake Central HS, IL); RHP Harry Orth (Kenosha Temper HS, WI); RHP Grant Yakimisky (Huntley HS, IL).

KEY LOSSES: C Taylor Grimm (All WIAC, All Region); 1B Andy Brahier (All WIAC); SS Jack Paulson (All WIAC); RHP Nick McLees (All WIAC).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Titans finished second in Regional action and posted a 34-10 overall record. Five position player starters are back along with two key pitchers. Headliners include RHP Colan Treml (10-0, 2.15 ERA, 74 K, 18 BB), CF Alex Koch (.335, 7 HR, 11 2B, 42 RBI) and 3B Dylan Ott (.349, 3 HR, 12 2B, 29 RBI, 15 SB). “We have to replace some offensive production from last year,” said Head Coach Kevin Tomasiewicz. “I believe our pitching will be a strong point for our ball club. Colan Treml is the best locating pitcher I have ever coached. He has three solid pitches that keep hitters off balance.”

14. OSWEGO ST.COACH: Scott Landers (192-97 in 7 years with the Lakers)

2018 RECORD: 30-14

2018 FINISH: Tied for 7th at NCAA Div. III World Series

TOP RETURNEES: 3B Ryan Enos (.345, 4 HR, 14 2B, 19 RBI, 5 SB); 2B Brandon Nicholson (.298, 6 HR, 11 2B, 73 RBI, 17 SB); RF Mike Dellicarri (.351, 8 HR, 10 2B, 54 RBI, 8 SB); C Lukas Olsson (.274, 1 HR, 6 2B, 17 RBI, 2 SB); LHP Brian Nolan (7-2, 2.98 ERA, 45.1 IP, 40 K, 11 BB); RHP Matt Bowman (3-3, 3.08 ERA, 26.1 IP, 18 K, 10 BB, 2 SV); RHP Matt Zakala (0-0, 6.75 ERA, 7 AP, 12 K, 4 BB); RHP Ronald Loomis (1-1, 4.88 ERA, 9 AP, 15 K, 7 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Paul Tammaro (Clarkstown South HS, NY); 1B/P Jake Terrill (Herkimer CC); OF Tim Schinto (Cicero-North Syracuse HS, NY); OF CJ McCarthy (Trinity-Pawling HS, NY); SP Kieran Finnegan (Clarkstown South HS, NY); SP Anthony Poveda (Guilderland HS, NY); OF Casey Gruarin (Niagara CC).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Lakers rolled to a 30-14 overall record and finished 11th in the final Collegiate Baseball poll. Key players to watch include RF Mike Dellicarri (.351, 8 HR, 10 2B, 54 RBI), 2B Brandon Nicholson (.298, 6 HR, 11 2B, 73 RBI, 17 SB) and LHP Brian Nolan (7-2, 2.98 ERA, 40 K, 11 BB). “We will need to mesh a talented incoming class with established veterans,” said Head Coach Scott Landers. “We will lean on our veterans to develop the youth and teach our winning tradition and expectations after back-to-back appearances at the NCAA Div. 3 College World Series.

15. WEBSTERCOACH: Bill Kurich (396-156 in 12 years with the Gorloks)

2018 RECORD: 38-10

2018 FINISH: Participated in Central Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 1B Kyler Kent (.428, 6 HR, 17 2B, 46 RBI, 9 SB); 3B Ben Swords (.360, 1 HR, 19 2B, 37 RBI, 18 SB); RF Nate Tholl (.306, 1 HR, 11 2B, 13 RBI, 9 SB); SS Matt Staker (.252, 1 HR, 4 2B, 18 RBI, 8 SB); C Joe Swanson (.276, 2 HR, 7 2B, 30 RBI, 8 SB); 2B Danny Strohm (.321, 9 2B, 40 RBI, 13 SB); CF Adam Lovell (.313, 2 HR, 5 2B, 14 RBI, 20 SB); RHP Matt Mulhearn (10-2, 2.99 ERA, 84 IP, 76 K, 14 BB); RHP Sean Beaver (6-1, 2.14 ERA, 59 IP, 55 K, 7 BB, 1 SV); RHP Adrian Santiago (1-2, 5.81 ERA, 31 IP, 18 K, 16 BB); LHP Shane Donovan (8 SV, 6-1, 1.72 ERA, 25 AP, 33 K, 14 BB); RHP Jake Anderson (3-0, 5.47 ERA, 9 AP, 17 K, 15 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: CF Aron Hopp (Lincoln College, IL); LHP Bryce Meyer (Carl Sandburg College); LHP Dakota Borman (Highland CC); RHP Alex Foppe (St. Mary’s HS, MO); RHP Brendan May (Vianney HS, MO); C Zach Goodman (Arapahoe HS, CO); OF Brandon Dryer (Arapahoe HS, CO).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Gorloks posted a 38-10 record last season and participated in the Central Regional. Seven position player starters are back along with four key pitchers. Headliners to watch include 1B Kyler Kent (.428, 6 HR, 17 2B, 46 RBI), 3B Ben Swords (.360, 19 2B, 37 RBI, 18 SB) and RHP Matt Mulhearn (10-2, 2.99 ERA, 76 K, 14 BB). “We return nearly our entire team from last year,” said Head Coach Bill Kurich. “This is still a very young team, and expectations will be set very high.”

16. CHRISTOPHER NEWPORTCOACH: John Harvell (496-250-3 with the Captains)

2018 RECORD: 35-12

2018 FINISH: Runners-up in South Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 3B Seth Woodard (.386, 13 HR, 17 2B, 65 RBI, 4 SB); 1B Nick Boham (.270, 10 HR, 11 2B, 43 RBI, 2 SB); SS Nick Dinapoli (.357, 3 HR, 10 2B, 29 RBI, 9 SB); OF Jordan Mason (.308, 1 HR, 10 2B, 34 RBI, 20 SB); C Ryan Grubbs (.288, 3 HR, 8 2B, 18 RBI, 1 SB); OF Connor Clark (.272, 4 2B, 24 RBI, 29 SB); 2B Austin Henry (.271, 2 HR, 7 2B, 26 RBI, 8 SB); DH John Anderson (.385, 3 2B, 8 RBI); RHP Josh Husby (5-0, 2.76 ERA, 49 IP, 52 K, 20 BB); RHP Gray Goodrich (5-3, 5.24 ERA, 44 IP, 39 K, 11 BB); LHP Brian Owens (1 SV, 3-0, 2.88 ERA, 30 AP, 72 K, 17 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: UT Evan Baer (Old Dominion transfer); UT Trey Hicks (Louisburg JC).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Captains finished second at the South Regional and posted a 35-12 overall record. Seven position player starters are back along with three key pitchers. Headlines include 3B Seth Woodard (.386, 13 HR, 17 2B, 65 RBI), 1B Nick Boham (.270, 10 HR, 11 2B, 43 RBI), OF Jordan Mason (.308, 10 2B, 34 RBI, 20 SB) and RHP Josh Husby (5-0, 2.76 ERA, 52 K). “With seven returners on offense, we should be able to score runs,” said Head Coach John Harvell. “Pitching is young but talented and will gain experience quickly.”

17. BABSONCOACH: Matt Noone (360-264-2 in 16 years with the Beavers)

2018 RECORD: 35-12

2018 FINISH: NEWMAC Conference champions

TOP RETURNEES: SS Brian McHale (.339, 5 HR, 15 2B, 30 RBI, 11 SB); 1B Matt Valente (.311, 9 2B, 35 RBI, 13 SB); CF Jake Oliger (.320, 2 HR, 10 2B, 37 RBI, 10 SB); OF Eric Jaun (.318, 1 HR, 10 2B, 24 RBI, 3 SB); 2B/RHP Connor Gill (.294, 2 HR, 8 2B, 21 RBI, 5 SB, 6-2, 3.31 ERA, 70.2 IP, 36 K); C Sean Harrington (.313, 3 HR, 7 2B, 31 RBI, 9 SB); Eddie Lehr (.346, 8 2B, 16 RBI, 2 SB); LHP Michael Genaro (9-1, 3.10 ERA, 72.2 IP, 58 K, 3 BB); LHP Alex Luka (3-2, 3.48 ERA, 33.2 IP, 23 K, 11 BB); RHP Max Tannenbaum (2 SV, 1-0, 3.86 ERA, 20 AP, 14 K, 3 BB); RHP Will Gallagher (2-0, 3.95 ERA, 13 AP, 15 K, 2 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Jordy Allard (Southern New Hampshire transfer).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Beavers rolled to a 35-12 overall record last season and return seven position player starters and four key pitchers. Players to watch include SS Brian McHale (.339, 5 HR, 15 2B, 30 RBI), LHP Michael Genaro (9-1, 3.10 ERA, 58 K, 3 BB) and RHP Connor Gill (6-2, 3.31 ERA, 36 K, 21 BB).

18. RHODESCOACH: Jeff Cleanthes (392-265 in 16 years with the Lynx; 431-325 overall)

2018 RECORD: 32-16

2018 FINISH: Second at Central Regional

TOP RETURNEES: CF Paul Giacomazzi (.371, 8 2B, 29 RBI, 12 SB); 1B/RHP Nick Bosma (.286, 8 HR, 10 2B, 32 RBI, 7 SB, 16 SV, 3-4, 2.89 ERA, 26 AP, 32 K, 18 BB); C Jacob Telli (.364, 17 2B, 25 RBI, 19 SB); SS Will Heurtin (.302, 5 HR, 14 2B, 40 RBI, 5 SB); 2B Zach Liebenson (.280, 1 2B, 11 RBI, 2 SB); 1B Ryan Palermo (.282, 6 HR, 5 2B, 49 RBI, 1 SB); LF Brady John (.231, 4 2B, 13 RBI, 21 SB); RHP Jacob Dubs (2-1, 4.13 ERA, 28.1 IP, 19 K, 14 BB); RHP Trey Sledge (7-4, 3.96 ERA, 86.1 IP, 82 K, 19 BB); RHP John Medich (2-2, 4.78 ERA, 26.1 IP, 30 K, 12 BB); LHP Alex Garrett (4-0, 3.25 ERA, 17 AP, 19 K, 7 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 3B Sam Barden (Steward School HS, VA); C Chris Penna (Mira Costa HS, CA); OF John McNair (Holy Innocents HS, GA); OF Court Cosco (Spring Woods HS, TX); OF Josh Esclamado (Trinity Christian HS, TX); RHP CJ Carron (St. Andrews HS, MS); RHP Ben Coulthard (Montgomery Bell HS, TN).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Lynx finished second at the Central Regional and posted a 32-16 overall record. Seven position player starters return along with three key pitchers. Headliners include CF Paul Giacomazzi (.371, 8 2B, 29 RBI, 12 SB), 1B/RHP Nick Bosma (.286, 8 HR, 10 2B, 32 RBI, 16 SV, 2.89 ERA), RHP Jacob Dubs (2-1, 4.13 ERA), RHP Trey Sledge (7-4, 3.96 ERA, 82 K, 19 BB) and RHP John Medich (2-2, 4.78 ERA, 30 K). “Pitching and defense will continue to be our strength,” said Head Coach Jeff Cleanthes. “We will look for several first year guys to make an impact early in their career.”

19. COLL. OF NEW JERSEYCOACH: Dean Glus (276-175-1 with the Lions)

2018 RECORD: 29-11

2018 FINISH: Participated in South Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 1B Tommy McCarthy (.316, 1 HR, 10 2B, 30 RBI, 1 SB); CF Thomas Persichetti (.368, 10 2B, 31 RBI, 18 SB); SS Danny Borup (.357, 8 2B, 19 RBI, 13 SB); 2B Ryan Fischer (.307, 3 HR, 7 2B, 22 RBI, 2 SB); C David Cardona (.291, 6 2B, 12 RBI); LF Jacob Simon (.274, 6 2B, 15 RBI, 9 SB); RHP Michael Fischer (4-4, 2.64 ERA, 71.2 IP, 58 K, 31 BB); RHP Michael Walley (3-1, 3.38 ERA, 37.1 IP, 14 K, 12 BB); LHP Andrew Rowan (4-1, 3.30 ERA, 30 IP, 12 K, 11 BB); RHP Dylan Crowley (1-0, 1.54 ERA, 12 AP, 10 K, 3 BB); RHP Zac deRocco (0-0, 1.86 ERA, 8 AP, 10 K, 6 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Peter Nielsen (Mercer County CC); RHP Matt Volpe (Metuchen HS, NJ); C Chris Reeder (Allentown HS, NJ); OF Grant Sible (North Hunterdon HS, NJ); RHP James Crowley (Ridge HS, NJ); RHP Tom Kelly (Livingston HS, NJ); OF Joey Cruciata (Wayne Hills HS, NJ).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Lions finished 20th in the final Collegiate Baseball poll after participating in the South Regional and, finishing with a 29-11 overall record. Six position player starters are back along with three quality pitchers. Key players to watch include CF Thomas Persichetti (.368, 10 2B, 31 RBI, 18 SB), SS Danny Borup (.357, 8 2B, 19 RBI, 13 SB) and RHP Michael Fischer (4-4, 2.64 ERA, 58 K, 31 BB).

20. KEYSTONECOACH: Jamie Shevchik (574-188 in 17 years with the Giants)

2018 RECORD: 34-12

2018 FINISH: Fourth place in New England Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 1B Ronald Medina (.340, 2 HR, 13 2B, 31 RBI, 5 SB); 2B Johann Paniagua (.298, 1 HR, 4 2B, 15 RBI, 10 SB); SS Chris Panzarella (.293, 10 2B, 38 RBI, 8 SB); OF Mohammed Hussein (.386, 3 HR, 16 2B, 24 RBI, 5 SB); OF Adam Kelly (.294, 7 HR, 9 2B, 31 RBI, 4 SB); C Ryan Callahan (.273, 7 RBI, 1 SB); DH/RHP Dakota McFadden (.349, 6 HR, 15 2B, 53 RBI, 1 SB, 6-3, 2.75 ERA, 85 IP, 83 K, 32 BB); RHP Nathan Hinkley (7-1, 3.28 ERA, 57.2 IP, 47 K, 21 BB); RHP Chris Adams (4-2, 3.79 ERA, 61.2 IP, 44 K, 13 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OFJared Davis (Prince Georges CC); OF Joe Fichera (Herkimer CC); RHP Jared Rowley (Delaware Tech CC); RHP Ramon Disla (Monroe College); RHP Jordan Montes (Sickles HS, FL); LHP Sean Perry (Garret CC); LHP Evan Plante (Tompkins Cortland CC).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Giants posted a 34-12 overall record last season and finished fourth at the New England Regional. Seven position player starters are back along with three key pitchers. Headliners include DH/RHP Dakota McFadden (.349, 6 HR, 15 2B, 53 RBI, 6-3, 2.75 ERA, 83 K, 32 BB), OF Mohammd Hussein (.386, 16 2B, 24 RBI), 1B Ronald Medina (.340, 13 2B, 31 RBI) and RHP Nathan Hinkley (7-1, 3.28 ERA, 47 K, 21 BB). “This could be one of the deepest teams Keystone has had in a long time,” said Head Coach Jamie Shevchik. “A lot of returning position players and a deep pitching staff has us right where we want to be.”

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KANSAS CITY, Mo . — The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics announced the 2019 NAIA Baseball Pre-Season All America team.

The squad was chosen by the NAIA-Baseball Coaches A s s o c i a t i o n A l l - A m e r i c a n Committee.

Following the All-American list is the NAIA Players to Watch list as chosen by the NAIA coaches across the USA and compiled by Collegiate Baseball.NAIA Pre-Season All Americans

SP Kyle Fulton, Central Methodist (MO)SP Stephen Chamblee, Bryan (TN)SP Tyson Cronin, Oklahoma WesleyanSP Orlando Rodriguez, St. Thomas (FL)RP Tyler Fujimoto, William Jessup (CA)C Dylan Shockley, Rio Grande (OH)C Cal Koga, William Jessup (CA)1B Glen McClain, Indiana Tech2B Jackie Urbaez, St. Thomas (FL)3B Austin Sojka, Oklahoma WesleyanSS Kory Longaker, Bellevue (NE)UT Walter Coursey, Georgia GwinnettDH Josh Sears, Freed Hardeman (TN)OF Zach Cornell, Middle Georgia State

(GA)OF Logan Constantine, LSU Alexandria

(LA)OF Dan Valerio, Southeastern (FL)OF Austen Swift, William Jessup (CA)

NAIA Players To WatchLeft-Handed Pitchers

Greg Loukinen, Georgia GwinnettHunter Peck, Georgia GwinnettAntonio Frias, Faulkner (AL)Austin Covers, Southeastern (FL)Brandon Aoki, Midway (KY)Chase Stratton, William Penn (IA)Chris Wall, Columbia College (MO)Cody Treatch, Southwestern (KS)Donald Glover, Clarke (IA)Doug Pearl, Webber International (FL)Erick Vargas, Keiser (FL)Ian Exposito, St. Thomas (FL)Ivan Torres, Benedictine Mesa (AZ)Jakob Kirman, Clarke (IA)Jean Muntaner, Science & Arts of

OklahomaJosh Ray, Missouri BaptistNiall Windeler, British ColumbiaRyan Semon, Reinhardt (GA)Sam Brace, Lawrence Tech (MI)Tait Ludwick, Mayville State (ND)Trevor Reynolds, Indiana SoutheastTristan Prybylinski, William Jessup (CA)

Right-Handed PitchersHunter Dollander, Georgia GwinnettKyle Fimbrez, Oklahoma WesleyanRyan Sandifer, Oklahoma WesleyanVictor Hughes, Montreat (NC)Albertus Barber, Texas WesleyanAlek Wietrzykowski, Lawrence Tech

(MI)Alex Dafoe, Friends (KS)Ashkhon Kahaulua, William Jessup

(CA)Auggie Voight, William Penn (IA)Austin Eggleston, Friends (KS)Austin Steel, Freed-Hardeman (TN)

Bradley Gonzales, Campbellsville (KY)Braxton McKart, Lourdes (OH)Bre t t Lorah , Sc ience & Ar ts of

OklahomaBryce Milligan, Oklahoma CityCaleb Baker, Texas A&M-TexarkanaCaleb Eder, Indiana WesleyanChad Tworek, Keiser (Fl)Clay Riggins, Taylor (IN)Cole Baker, Northwestern OhioCole Bellair, Tennessee WesleyanCollan Thrasher, Ozarks (MO)Collin Quinn, Houston-Victoria (TX)Connor Pomering, Ozarks (MO)David Klug, Lawrence Tech (MI)Devin Smith, William Carey (MS)DJ Moore, Huntington (IN)Ernesto Pino, St. Thomas (FL)Felix Castillo, Point Park (GA)Heibert Romero, Southeastern (FL)Houston Glad, Texas WesleyanHunter Cunningham, LSU Shreveport

(LA)Isreal Fuentes, Faulkner (AL)Jack Wohlert, Indiana SoutheastJacob Sawyers, Freed-Hardeman (TN)Jake Castillo, Antelope Valley (CA)Jared Davis, Texas A&M-TexarkanaJeremiah Mauch, Mount Marty (SD)Jesse Davis, Campbellsville (KY)Jon Young, Indiana WesleyanJonathan Russomano, Corban (OR)Josh Avila, Cumberlands (KY)Josh Rodriguez, Mayville State (ND)Kyle Fieger, Georgetown College (KY)Kyle Friday, Mobile (AL)

Kyle Hall, Indiana WesleyanLalo Porras, Lewis-Clark State (ID)Luke Shively, Taylor (IN)Malcolm Grady, Campbellsville (KY)Mark Rader, Mount Vernon Nazarene

(OH)Mason Shinabery, Huntington (IN)Michael Anderson, Oklahoma WesleyanMichael Lopez, Clarke (IA)Michael Quiram, St. Francis (IL)Nathan Arruda, Tabor (KS)Nicholas Beardsley, Point Park (GA)Olivier Mailloux, Northwestern OhioParker Thode, Grand View (IA)Peyton Long, Central Methodist (MO)Polo Portela, Cumberland (TN)Ricardo Velez, Science & Arts of

OklahomaRobert Winslow, The Master’s (CA)Ruben Ramirez, Point Park (GA)Stephen Knapp, Bellevue (NE)Stephen Wells, Harris-Stowe State (MO)Taylor Blatch, Montreat (NC)Thomas Galart, Cumberland (TN)Tom Taplin, Georgetown College (KY)Trevor McGee, Arizona ChristianTyler Burch, Lewis-Clark State (ID)Tyler Deason, Campbellsville (KY)Tyson Campbell, Freed-Hardeman (TN)Zach Harvey, Rio Grande (OH)Zach Hurley, Cumberlands (KY)Zach LeBlanc, Fisher (MA)Zak Spivy, Webber International (FL)

Relief PitchersAndrew Yates, Indiana Southeast

Caleb Landrum, Huntington (IN)Connor Creasy, Freed-Hardeman (TN)Heriberto Casasola, Reinhardt (GA)Hunter Avery, Mobile (AL)Jesus Astudillo, Bryan (TN)Joe Riley, Lewis-Clark State (ID)Juan Mateo, Tennessee WesleyanLandon Williams, Oklahoma WesleyanLogan Garza, Our Lake of the Lake (TX)Mitch Ebben, Northwestern OhioPatrick Van Den Brink, British ColumbiaRiver Carbone, Arizona ChristianTanner Andrews, Oklahoma CityTrent Barnett, William Penn (IA)Zee Breytenbach, Indiana Wesleyan

CatchersAndres Ugarte, Reinhardt (GA)Anthony Lepre, The Master’s (CA)Bentley Jones, Cumberland (TN)Chris Gilbody, Georgetown College

(KY)Darren Trainor, Lewis-Clark State (ID)Hunter Hudson, Benedictine Mesa (AZ)Ryne Ray, LSU Shreveport (LA)Shamoy Chr i s topher, Tennessee

Wesleyan

First BasemenKylan Barnett, Lyon (AR)Logan Haring, Central Methodist (MO)Riley Baasch, Bellevue (NE)Aaron Takacs, Montreat (NC)Alex Garland, Georgia GwinnettAloysius Cruz, Tennessee WesleyanBrady Nygaard, Mayville State (ND)Bryan Leef, Cumberlands (KY)Chris Garabedian, St. Thomas (FL)Daniel Lafarga, Science & Arts of

OklahomaDrake Pilat, Jamestown (ND)Graeham Luttor, Midway (KY)Joe Rankin, Southwestern (KS)Lake Burris, Bryan (TN)Mitchell Lundholm, Fisher (MA)Nathan Targgart, Taylor (IN)Noah Strohl, Southeastern (FL)Shawn Barrowdale, Benedictine Mesa

(AZ)

Second BasemenAlejandro Cardinale, Culver Stockton

(MO)Blade McKee, Columbia College (MO)Caden Williams, Texas WesleyanCole Danielson, Harris-Stowe State

(MO)Daunte DeCello, Indiana SoutheastDonald Roethler, Clarke (IA)Shomari Cann, Central Christian (KS)

ShortstopsPJ Garcia, Science & Arts of OklahomaTrent Nash, Middle Georgia StateAaron Shackelford, The Master’s (CA)Adam Roser, Huntington (IN)Alan Campero, Texas WesleyanAnders Green, William Jessup (CA)Antonio Monroy, Georgetown College

(KY)Brent Burgess, Georgia GwinnettCarlos Viera, southeastern (FL)Daniel Freiburger, Corban (OR)DeShawn Lookout, Missouri BaptistErick Delgado, St. Thomas (FL)George Pastor, Lourdes (OH)Jordan Wharton, Indiana WesleyanJosh Lane, Taylor (IN)Keone McKee, Texas A&M-Texarkana

(TX)

Michael Diffley, Arizona ChristianNaotaka Fujieda, Southwestern (KS)Sergio Macias, Faulkner (AL)Tyler Brown, Central Christian (KS)Tyler Smith, Grand View (IA)

Third BasemenJohn Lantigua, Oklahoma WesleyanBlake Jackson, Middle Georgia StateErik Montero, Point Park (GA)Gabe Howell, Bryan (TN)Glen Crabtree, Lourdes (OH)Marcus Begg, Webber International (FL)Miguel Lorenzo, Science & Arts of

OklahomaSeth Reisbeck, William Penn (IA)Will Law, William Jessup (CA)

OutfieldersCole Carder, Antelope Valley (CA)Manuel Mesa, Southeastern (FL)Sergio Lopez, St. Thomas (FL)Austin Butler, British ColumbiaBrody Wofford, Georgia GwinnettBryan Benz, Cumberlands (KY)Chase Tamez, Houston-Victoria (TX)CJ Ballard, Georgia GwinnettCody Maloon, Indiana SoutheastDalton Bealmer, Columbia College

(MO)Damien Rodriguez, Central Methodist

(MO)Dan Fry, Tennessee WesleyanDaniel Torres, West Virginia TechDavid Rodriguez, Rio Grande (OH)Elliott Cary, Oklahoma CityEmilio Navarro, Friends (KS)Freddy Walker, Tabor (KS)Gary Dixon, Bellevue (NE)Jaden Yackley, Jamestown (ND)Jamal Howard, Clarke (IA)Jared Schmidt, Cumberland (TN)Jay Denman, Lourdes (OH)Jose Diaz, Our Lady of the Lake (TX)Justin Miller, Mount Marty (SD)Kaleb Binstock, Jamestown (ND)Kevin Hunley, Clarke (IA)Mason Washington, Missouri BaptistNick Barnes, Georgia GwinnettNick Moser, Mount Vernon Nazarene

(OH)Nolan Friedrichs, Grand View (IA)Paul Pollard, Antelope Valley (CA)Payton Sterkowitz, Providence Christian

(CA)Randy Martinez, Cumberlands (KY)Sean Frannon, Lawrence Tech (MI)Tanner Roundy, Jamestown (ND)Travis Hunt, Benedictine Mesa (AZ)Travis Schoonover, St. Francis (IL)Tyson Solis, Campbellsville (KY)Wade Weinburg, Bryan (TN)Wyatt Whitman, Taylor (IN)Zach Foster, Mayville State (ND)

Designated HittersJT Patterson, Bellevue (NE)Joe Starick, William Jessup (CA)Kyle West, Lyon (AR)Taylor Fajardo, LSU Shreveport (LA)

Multi-Position PlayersUT Kyle Bayles, Williams Cary (MS)UT Chase Goldwater, Harris-Stowe State

(MO)OF/1B Christian Snow, Mobile (AL)UT Cole Horew, Point Park (PA)UT Jay Kaufman, Ozarks (MO)2B/OF Tekwaan Whyte, Faulkner

(AL)

1. SOUTHEASTERNCOACH: Adrian Dinkel (109-18 with the Fire; 341-95 overall)

2018 RECORD: 59-7

2018 FINISH: NAIA national champions

TOP RETURNEES: 1B Nick Bottari (.385, 11 HR, 7 2B, 45 RBI, 1 SB); 2B Dominic Anagnos (.310, 5 HR, 9 2B, 40 RBI, 23 SB); SS Adam DeLaCruz (.239, 8 HR, 5 2B, 31 RBI, 10 SB); 3B Keiner Colmenarez (.240, 4 HR, 9 2B, 36 RBI, 10 SB); LF Dan Valerio (.390, 17 HR, 27 2B, 84 RBI, 29 SB); CF Manuel Mesa (.377, 10 HR, 27 2B, 32 RBI, 34 SB); DH Ivan Nunez (.372, 7 HR, 19 2B, 50 RBI, 12 SB); LHP Felix Diequez (7-2, 4.10 ERA, 68 IP, 83 K, 26 BB); RHP Heibert Romero (7 SV, 1-0, 3.71 ERA, 23 AP, 24 K, 12 BB); RHP Braeden Holub (1 SV, 2-0, 3.19 ERA, 12 AP, 27 K, 3 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Carlos Viera (Yavapai JC); LHP Austin Coyers (East Carolina transfer); RF Michael Taylor (Southeastern Louisiana transfer); 1B Noah Strohl (San Diego State transfer); P Nick Ferngren (Broward College); P Mark Soto (Kishwaukee CC); P Matthew Arias (Burlington County CC).

KEY LOSSES: P Jonathon Bermudez (Drafted, NAIA Pitcher of Year); P Jordan Scott (Drafed, 14-1, 2.4 ERA, 108 K); RF Marvin Malone (Drafted, .360, 19 2B, 16 HR, 61 RBI, 17 SB); P Eddie Jimenez (Drafted, 4 SV, 1.35 ERA, 26 IP, 38 K); P Jared Crescentini (Drafted, 6-1, 6 SV, 3.18 ERA, 73 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The defending NAIA national champions posted a 59-7 record last season and return seven position player starters but only one starting pitcher in LHP Felix Dieguez (7-2, 4.10 ERA, 83 K, 26 BB). Key position players to watch include CF Manuel Mesa (.377, 10 HR, 27 2B, 32 RBI, 34 SB) and LF Dan Valerio (.390, 17 HR, 27 2B, 84 RBI, 29 SB). The Fire also landed an exceptional recruiting class of 16 newcomers. “While we return the majority of our offense, we need to replace 80 percent of innings pitched,” said Head Coach Adrian Dinkel.

2. FREED-HARDEMANCOACH: Jonathan Estes (324-184-1 in 9 years with the Lions; 388-255-1 overall)

2018 RECORD: 47-16

2018 FINISH: Runners-up in NAIA World Series

TOP RETURNEES: DH Josh Sears (.374, 21 HR, 13 2B, 72 RBI, 1 SB); SS Bryce Lester (.355, 4 HR, 8 2B, 31 RBI, 22 SB); OF De’Mikyle Holmes (.324, 5 HR, 9 2B, 33 RBI, 5 SB); RHP Austin Steel (11-2, 3.49 ERA, 95.1 IP, 74 K, 23 BB); RHP Jacob Sawyers (8-1, 3.00 ERA, 75 IP, 72 K, 17 BB); RHP Collin McPherson (5-0, 5.50 ERA, 37.2 IP, 28 K 21 BB); RHP Connor Creasy (2 SV, 9-0, 3.71 ERA, 26 AP 39 K, 20 BB); RHP Seth Selby (2-1, 5.19 ERA, 16 AP, 19 K, 20 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 1B Robert Zamora (West Valley College); RHP Tyson Campbell (Lyon College); OF Dom Pisano (San Joaquin Delta CC); OF Christian Busby (Southwest Tennessee CC); OF Jacob Wilcher (Northeast Mississippi CC); LHP Alex Huey (Columbia Academy, TN); C Truman Brown (Austin Peay transfer).

KEY LOSSES: 1B Aden Campbell (.327, 18 2B, 6 HR); 3B Griffin Siebert (.247, Gold Glove); OF Wes Brooks (All Conference (.356, 16 HR, 56 RBI); RHP Beau Caviness (All Conference, 18 SV, 33 AP); RHP Jared Humphry (3-year starter, 8-4, 2.96 ERA).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Lions rolled to a 47-16 overall record last season with a second place finish at the NAIA World Series. Three position player starters are back along with four key pitchers. Key players to watch include first team All-American DH Josh Sears (.374, 21 HR, 13 2B, 72 RBI), RHP Austin Steel (11-2, 3.49 ERA, 74 K, 23 BB), RHP Jacob Sawyers (8-1, 3.00 ERA, 72 K, 17 BB), RHP Connor Creasy (9-0, 2 SV, 3.71 ERA, 26 AP, 39 K) and Lyon College transfer RHP Tyson Campbell (second team All-American, 13-2). “We should have a strong team,” said Head Coach Jonathan Estes. “We are excited to build on a great season last year. Our four projected starting pitchers were 41-5 last year. We also have added more depth in the bullpen with the addition of two transfers and the best freshman lefty we’ve had (Alex Huey) since I’ve been here.”

3. GEORGIA GWINNETTCOACH: Brad Stromdahl (280-91 in 7 years with the Grizzlies)

2018 RECORD: 50-12

2018 FINISH: Third place in NAIA World Series

TOP RETURNEES: 2B Cam Coursey (.485, 1 HR, 9 2B, 5 3B, 49 RBI, 18 SB); CF CJ Ballard (.427, 2 HR, 11 2B, 33 RBI, 21 SB); 1B Alex Garland (.372, 9 HR, 20 2B, 57 RBI); LF Nick Barnes (.367, 7 HR, 10 2B, 49 RBI); LHP Hunter Peck (11-0, 4.45 ERA, 85 K, 27 BB); LHP Greg Loukinen (7-1, 2.73 ERA, 99 K, 29 BB); RHP Hunter Dollander (8-1, 2.97 ERA, 71 K, 21

BB); RHP Matthew Swain (1 SV, 0-2, 3.24 ERA, 14 AP, 25 K, 13 BB); RHP Michael Cherwenka (1 SV, 3-2, 3.10 ERA, 16 AP, 23 K, 14 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Brody Wofford (Central Florida transfer); SS Brent Burgess (Middle Georgia transfer); C Gabe Austin (Florence Tech CC); 3B Livingston Morris (St. John River State College); OF Mark Castelblanco (Clarenden College).

KEY LOSSES: P Cole Uvila (Drafted).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Grizzlies posted a 50-12 record last season and finished third at the NAIA World Series. Four position player starters return as well as five key pitchers. Players to watch include LHP Greg Loukinen (7-1, 2.73 ERA, 99 K, 29 BB), LHP Hunter Peck (11-0, 4.45 ERA, 85 K, 27 BB), RHP Hunter Dollander (8-1, 2.97 ERA, 71 K, 21 BB), 2B Cam Coursey (.485, 9 2B, 5 3B, 49 RBI, 18 SB) and 1B Alex Garland (.372, 9 HR, 20 2B, 57 RBI).

4. FAULKNERCOACH: Patrick McCarthy (453-127 in 10 years with the Eagles)

2018 RECORD: 54-9

2018 FINISH: Sixth place in NAIA World Series

TOP RETURNEES: 3B Shaggy Freeland (.329, 4 HR, 8 2B, 38 RBI, 3 SB); 2B/OF Tekwaan Whyte (.333, 4 HR, 12 2B, 42 RBI, 23 SB); RHP Israel Fuentes (did not play last season); RHP Alex Carrillo (5-1, 2.98 ERA, 54.1 IP, 56 K, 18 BB); RHP Brandon Suttles (3 SV, 6-2, 1.93 ERA, 26 AP, 49 K, 10 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Sergio Macias (San Jacinto-North College); C Max Guzman (Chipola College); DH Troy Weatherly (Motlow State College); SP Antonio Frias (Monroe College); OF Tyler Paulson (Parkland College).

KEY LOSSES: OF Reese Cooley (All American, .385, 15 HR, 13 2B, 51 RBI, 17 SB); SS Ryan Rosa (.443, 6 HR, 20 2B, 47 RBI, 25 SB); SP Tyler Tungate (Drafted, 9-0, 2.71 ERA, 83 IP, 103 K, 9 BB); SP Tyler Thornton (7-1, 3.84 ERA, 77 IP, 81 K, 19 BB).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Eagles posted a 54-9 overall record and finished sixth at the NAIA World Series. Two position player starters are back along with three key pitchers. However, Faulkner landed an exceptional recruiting

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class of 22 newcomers. Key players to watch include RHP Israel Fuentes (12-0, 2.98 ERA, 98 K during 2017 season) and 2B/OF Tekwaan Whyte (.333, 4 HR, 12 2B, 42 RBI, 23 SB).

5. LEWIS-CLARK ST.COACH: Jake Taylor (First year with the Warriors)

2018 RECORD: 40-13

2018 FINISH: Tied for third at NAIA World Series

TOP RETURNEES: 1B/3B Kyle Callahan (.285, 10 HR, 8 2B, 37 RBI); C Darren Trainor (.327, 2 HR, 8 2B, 25 RBI); 2B Riley Way (.287, 1 HR, 10 2B, 27 RBI, 7 SB); OF Thomas Lampkin (.286, 4 HR, 7 2B, 21 RBI, 2 SB); C Makana Victorine (.259, 3 HR, 6 2B, 20 RBI); SS AJ Davis (.253, 11 RBI, 4 SB); RHP Lalo Porras (2-1, 3.13 ERA, 31.2 IP, 31 K, 10 BB); LHP Justin Hammergren (5-0, 1.46 ERA, 37 IP, 34 K, 9 BB); RHP Tyler Burch (10-2, 2.87 ERA, 84 IP, 79 K, 37 BB); RHP Joe Riley (5-0, 5 SV, 3.41 ERA, 22 K, 8 BB); RHP Kade Woods (1-2, 4.73 ERA, 51 K, 17 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 1B Dalton Duarte (Cal State Dominguez Hills); OF Isaac Wersland (Spokane Falls CC); OF Jacob Gribbin (Glendale CC).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Warriors’ run at a fourth consecutive national title ended with a third place finish at the 2018 NAIA World Series as Lewis-Clark St. finished tied with a 40-13 overall record. Six position player starters are back along with five key pitchers. Headliners include RHP Tyler Burch (10-2, 2.87 ERA, 79 K, 37 BB), RHP Lalo Porras (2-1, 3.13 ERA, 31 K, 10 BB), LHP Justin Hammergren (5-0, 1.46 ERA, 34 K, 9 BB) and C/3B Darren Trainor (hard nosed athlete who can play multiple positions). The Warriors also landed a superb recruiting class of 16 newcomers.

6. ST. THOMASCOACH: Jorge Perez (369-222 with the Bobcats)

2018 RECORD: 56-9

2018 FINISH: 9th Place in the NAIA World Series

TOP RETURNEES: 2B Jackie Urbaez (.390, 9 HR, 23 2B, 74 RBI, 9 SB); SS Erick Delgado (.401, 9 HR, 18 2B, 40 RBI, 14 SB); 1B Chris Garabedian (.400, 3 HR, 23 2B, 61 RBI, 9 SB); RF Sergio Lopez (.351, 15 HR, 21 2B, 70 RBI, 15 SB); DH Nick Izquierdo (.438, 1 HR, 9 2B); 3B Daniel Lowry (.319, 1 HR, 11 2B); DH Jack Diaz (.314, 2 HR, 21 RBI); RHP Orlando Rodriguez (14-1, 2.75 ERA, 98.1 IP, 125 K); LHP Ian Exposito (9-1, 3.04 ERA, 77 IP, 70 K); RHP Danger Guevara (5-0, 4.96 ERA, 32.2 IP, 27 K); RHP Tyler Morales (2 SV, 0-1, 4.08 ERA, 25 AP, 31 K); RHP Alex Sarmiento (2-0, 3.00 ERA, 18 AP, 31 K).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C Daniel Mondejar (Miami Dade College); SP Ernesto Pino (Miami Dade College); RP Jason Grana (Miami Dade College); SS Alejandro Rivero (Broward College).

KEY LOSSES: C Elih Marrero (Drafted, All American); C/LHP Nelson Mompierre (Drafted, All American); CP Ernie Valdez; SP Chris Rodriguez (All Sun Conference).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Bobcats finished ninth at the NAIA World Series and posted a superb 56-9 overall record. Seven position player starters return along with five key pitchers, including RHP Orlando Rodriguez (14-1, 2.75 ERA, 125 K), LHP Ian Exposito (9-1, 3.04 ERA, 70 K), RF Sergio Lopez (.351, 15 HR, 21 2B, 70 RBI) and 2B Jackie Urbaez (.390, 9 HR, 23 2B, 74 RBI). “We return the majority of the best lineup in the NAIA as well as a top rotation,” said Head Coach Jorge Perez. “Our bullpen is deep and keyed up or another season.”

7. ANTELOPE VALLEYCOACH: Jacob Garsez (121-46-1 with the Pioneers)

2018 RECORD: 46-14-1

2018 FINISH: Six place in NAIA World Series

TOP RETURNEES: 3B Nathan Broaddus (.312, 8 HR, 8 2B, 45 RBI, 1 SB); OF Mitchell Cox (.353, 1 HR, 12 2B, 39 RBI, 2 SB); C Gerardo Castaneda (.290, 2 2B, 11 RBI); RHP Jake Castillo (11-0, 4.44 ERA, 93 IP, 67 K, 37 BB, 1 SV); RHP Jesse Garcia (8-4, 4.96 ERA, 81 IP, 82 K, 47 BB); LHP Cameron Heinrich (2 SV, 5-1, 4.95 ERA, 27 AP, 33 K, 15 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: CF Cole Carder (Linn Benton CC); RHP Sean Trimble (South Alabama transfer); OF Paul Pollard (West Los Angeles College); INF Adam Abeyta (New Mexico Military Inst.); INF Tyler Van Marter (San Bernardino Valley College); UT Kyle Lathrop (Antelope Valley College); INF Brayan Gomez (Missouri Valley College).

KEY LOSSES: INF Tyler Pittmon (HM All American, All Conference); RHP Clayton Rabiej (HM All American, All Conference); OF Adam Maciel (All conference); 2B Michael Pereznegron (All Conference, Gold Glove award winner).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Pioneers rolled to a 46-14-1 record last season and finished sixth at the NAIA World Series. Three position player starters are back along with three key pitchers. Players to watch include RHP Jake Castillo (11-0, 4.44 ERA, 67 K, 37 BB), CF Cole Carder (transfer from Linn Benton C.C.) and OF Paul Pollard (transfer from West LA College, CA). The Pioneers also landed an exceptional recruiting class of 24 newcomers.

8. OKLAHOMA CITYCOACH: Denney Crabaugh (1,453-446-2 in 30 years with the Stars)

2018 RECORD: 51-10

2018 FINISH: Tied for 6th at NAIA World Series

TOP RETURNEES: OF Elliott Cary (.302, 10 HR, 9 2B, 34 RBI, 9 SB); INF Quin Walbergh (.288, 6 HR, 13 2B, 33 RBI, 4 SB); OF Caleb Davis (.350, 1 HR, 3 2B, 9 RBI); RHP Bryce Milligan (10-2, 2.33 ERA, 81 IP, 91 K, 32 BB, 1 SV); RHP Kolin Marley (3-1, 2.95 ERA, 21 IP, 18 K, 7 BB); RHP Tanner Andrews (7 SV, 0-1, 1.95 ERA, 19 AP, 25 K, 3 BB); RHP Tyler Milligan (5 SV, 1-1, 2.81 ERA, 18 AP, 21 K, 10 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: C Matt Malkin (Alabama transfer); OF Tyler Williams (Lewis-Clark State transfer); P Dylan Grove (Oklahoma transfer); P Jake Patterson (Eastern Oklahoma State); INF/P Chris Goldston (Leedy HS, OK); OF Peyton Crispin (Connors State); P Brandon Goldston (Connors State).

KEY LOSSES: C Lane Milligan (Drafted, All American); C Joe Lytle (All American); INF Garrett Foster (HM All American); INF Branden Grieger (All Conference); P Miguel Figueroa (Drafted, 4-2).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Stars tied for sixth at the NAIA World Series and posted a 51-10 overall record. Two position player starters return along with four key pitchers. Key returners include OF Elliott Cary (.302, 10 HR, 9 2B, 34 RBI), RHP Bryce Milligan (10-2, 2.33 ERA, 91 K, 32 BB) and RHP Tanner Andrews (7 SV, 1.95 ERA, 19 AP, 25 K). “We lost 14 players from last year’s talented World Series ball club,” said Head Coach Denney Crabaugh. “We brought in 21 new faces, including 11 freshmen. So we don’t really know what we have. I believe that we will have an overall better pitching staff than last year. But it remains to be seen if we can match the offensive numbers of a year ago.”

9. OKLAHOMA WESLEYANCOACH: Kirk Kelley (Returns after several years as head coach of the Eagles)

2018 RECORD: 53-8

2018 FINISH: First place in KCAC

TOP RETURNEES: SS Austin Sojka (.391, 12 HR, 21 2B, 61 RBI, 7 SB); 3B John Lantigua (.381, 13 HR, 20 2B, 57 RBI, 7 SB); OF Colton Kelly (.341, 9 HR, 9 2B, 43 RBI, 17 SB); C Rylee Peterson (.297, 8 2B, 2 3B); RHP Ryan Sandifer (10-1, 2.11 ERA, 98.1 IP, 96 K, 27 BB); RHP Tyson Cronin (10-1, 1.21 ERA, 81.2 IP, 71 K, 23 BB); RHP Kyle Fimbrez (12-0, 2.89 ERA, 93.1 IP, 99 K, 35 BB); RHP Landon Williams (7 SV, 1-1, 1.56 ERA, 30 K, 3 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: RHP Michael Anderson (Eastern Oklahoma State); OF Drenis Ozuna (Connors State); OF Nathaniel Richardson (Carl Albert); 1B Brice Smith (Oklahoma Christian transfer).

KEY LOSSES: OF Chris Acosta Tapia (.310, 10 HR, 37 RBI, 13 SB); OF Ryan Lujan-Leonard (.377, 7 HR, 57 RBI, 9 2B); 1B Hunter Henry (.366, 11 HR, 17 2B); INF Nick McGrew (.396, 10 2B, 23 SB); INF Rodolfo Oleta (.319, 14 2B, 6 SB).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Eagles posted a 53-8 record last season and return four position player starters and four key pitchers, including RHP Ryan Sandifer (10-2, 2.11 ERA, 96 K, 27 BB), RHP Tyson Cronin (10-1, 1.21 ERA, 71 K, 23 BB), RHP Kyle Fimbrez (12-0, 2.89 ERA, 99 K, 35 BB) and RHP Landon Williams (7 SV, 1.56 ERA, 30 K, 3 BB). Position players to watch include SS Austin Sojka (.391, 12 HR, 21 2B, 61 RBI) and 3B John Lantigua (.381, 13 HR, 20 2B, 57 RBI).

10. NORTHWESTERN OHIO COACH: Kory Hartman (277-151 with the Racers)

2018 RECORD: 43-20

2018 FINISH: 8th place in the NAIA World Series

TOP RETURNEES: C/DH Misael Lebron (.315, 6 HR, 9 2B, 27 RBI); SS Christian Perez (.278 BA); RHP Olivier Mailloux (11-3, 3.33 ERA, 92 IP, 77 K, 24 BB); RHP Cole Baker (95 mph fastball); RHP Mitch Ebben (7-0, 2.49 ERA, 50.2 IP, 47 K, 23 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Cameron Shannon (Grambling State transfer); OF Tristan Rojas (Southern Univ. transfer); RHP Jacob Lewis (Niagara County CC); RHP Jake Carlsen (Joliet JC); RHP Drew Clavenna (Joliet CC); RHP Ty Chapman (Stillman College).

KEY LOSSES: 1B Blake Maines (.424 BA); OF Jack Barrie (.326, 14 HR, 47 RBI); OF Erich Gonzalez (.358, 53 RBI); INF Junior Gomez (.325, 9 HR, 56 RBI); RHP Jacob Hulcher (8 SV, 1.96 ERA, 46 IP, 58 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Racers finished eighth at the NAIA World Series and posted a 43-20 overall record. Nine position players return of that team along with 15 pitchers. Key players to watch include RHP Cole Baker (95 mph FB), RHP Oliver Mailloux (11-3, 77 K, 24 BB, 3.33 ERA), RHP Mitch Ebben (7-0, 2.49 ERA) and C Misael Lebron (.315, 8 HR, 9 2B, 27 RBI). “Our pitchers need to remain healthy and consistent,” said Head Coach Kory Hartman. “We will have a very young but talented roster. A lot of redshirt freshmen will be getting an opportunity after our NAIA appearance last season.”

11. SCIENCE & ARTS OF OKLA.COACH: Mike Ross (359-176 with the USAO)

2018 RECORD: 46-8

2018 FINISH: Participated in Opening Round

TOP RETURNEES: SS PJ Garcia (.410, 7 HR, 14 2B, 50 RBI, 21 SB); 3B Miguel Lorenzo (.361, 8 HR, 11 2B, 43 RBI, 18 SB); C/DH Alex Sanchez (.343, 8 HR, 4 2B, 34 RBI, 1 SB); C/DH Coleton Horner (.376, 6 HR, 12 2B, 40 RBI, 2 SB); 1B Daniel Lafarga (.335, 12 HR, 10 2B, 61 RBI, 6 SB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: OF Luis Pelayo (Connors State); OF Cristian Laboy (Clarendon College); 2B Elvin Alamo (Tarleton State transfer); OF Ian Laureano (Galveston College); RHP Ricardo Velez (Clarendon College); LHP Jean Muntaner (Vernon College); RHP Brett Lorah (Oklahoma transfer).

KEY LOSSES: 2B Kenniel Rivera; P Jose Hidalgo; P Francis Ventura (signed pro); P Tucker White.

2019 OUTLOOK: Science & Arts of Oklahoma posted a 46-8 record last season and returns several starting position players and pitchers. Key players to watch include SS P.J. Garcia (.410, 7 HR, 14 2B, 50 RBI, 21/21 SB) and newcomers RHP Ricardo Velez (transfer from Clarendon College), LHP Jean Muntaner (transfer from Vernon College) and RHP Brett Lorah (transfer from Oklahoma).

12. TENNESSEE WESLEYANCOACH: Billy Berry (472-188-1 in 11 years with the Bulldogs; 518-245-1 overall)

2018 RECORD: 39-21

2018 FINISH: Runners-up in Kinsport Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 1B Aloysius Cruz (.356, 14 HR, 13 2B, 42 RBI, 1 SB); OF Braden Mosley (.281, 7 HR, 9 2B, 40 RBI, 2 SB); RHP Cole Bellaire (7-1, 2.84 ERA, 63.1 IP, 68 K, 10 BB, 1 SV); RHP Philip Sieli (5-2, 3.28 ERA, 60.1 IP, 59 K, 19 BB); RHP Jerry Ochoa (2-0 3.13 ERA, 19 AP, 19 K, 6 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Jhosmel Rodriguez (Northeast Texas College); LF Dan Fry (Allegany CC); CF Bryce Giles (Columbia State CC); RHP Irving Martin (Arizona Western CC); RHP Manny Perez (Arizona Western CC); RHP Juan Mateo (Panola College).

KEY LOSSES: 3B Dakota Phillips (All AAC, .348, 14 HR, 20 2B, 53 RBI); SS Collin Ridout (.313, 5 HR, 11 2B, 29 RBI, 4 SB); RHP Daniel Tolano (All AAC, 10-1, 2.17 ERA, 78.2 IP, 80 K, 2 SV).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Bulldogs posted a 39-21 overall record last season and return three position player starters and four key pitchers. Key players to watch are LF Dan Fry (transfer from Allegany C.C., .436, 12 HR, 55 RBI), 1B Aloysius Cruz (.356, 14 HR, 13 2B, 42 RBI), and RHP Cole Bellair (7-1, 2.84 ERA, 68 K, 10 BB). “We have a lot of new players,” said Head Coach Billy Berry. “How we mesh the old with the new will go a long way with our success this spring.”

13. WILLIAM JESSUPCOACH: Jake McKinley (41-17 with the Warriors; 172-109 overall)

2018 RECORD: 41-17

2018 FINISH: Regional finals

TOP RETURNEES: 3B Will Law (.346, 18 HR, 10 2B, 50 RBI, 1 SB); CF Austen Swift (.365, 18 HR, 7 2B, 60 RBI, 2 SB); DH Joe Starick (.413, 7 HR, 16 2B, 43 RBI, 13 SB); C Cal Koga (.344, 10 HR, 7 2B, 51 RBI, 4 SB); 2B Kawaiola Takemura (.299, 4 HR, 8 2B, 32 RBI, 9 SB); 1B Noah Shackles (.266, 2 HR, 12 2B, 20 RBI, 2 SB); RHP Ashkhon Kuhaulua (6-2, 3.43 ERA, 81.1 IP, 92 K, 28 BB); LHP Tristan Prybylinski (10-1, 4.22 ERA, 91.2 IP, 76 K, 38 BB); RHP Tyler Fujimoto (7 SV, 8-3, 3.19 ERA, 22 AP, 55 K, 4 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Andres Green (Dallas Baptist transfer); OF David Kyriacou (Kansas transfer); OF Jordan Williams (Diablo Valley College); RHP Shion Matsushita (Mid-Pacific Inst, HI); RHP Grant St. Martin (Sonoma State transfer).

KEY LOSSES: UT Sam Curtis (.323, 3 HR, 6-1, 3.43 ERA, 6 SV); UT Steve Pastora (Signed pro, .331, 10 HR, 3-1, 5.73 ERA); RHP Danny Vietti (3-0, 2.96 ERA, 51.2 IP, 43 K).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Warriors came one game shy of advancing to the NAIA World Series last season. It was a historic season as the team went from 10 wins in 2017 to 41 in 2018 — one of the greatest turnarounds in

college baseball history. Six position player starters are back along with three key pitchers. Players to watch include CF Austen Swift (.365, 18 HR, 7 2B, 60 RBI), 3B Will Law (.346, 18 HR, 10 2B, 50 RBI), RHP Ashkhon Kahaulua (6-2, 3.43 ERA, 92 K), LHP Tristan Prybylinski (10-1, 4.22 ERA, 76 K) and RHP Tyler Fujimoto (7 SV, 8-3, 3.19 ERA, 55 K). “We have a veteran team that returns almost all key starters,” said Head Coach Jake McKinley. “We have a very athletic group and have vastly improved our depth on the mound.”

14. CAMPBELLSVILLECOACH: Beauford Sanders (898-578 with the Tigers)

2018 RECORD: 44-19

2018 FINISH: Mid-South Conference tournament champions

TOP RETURNEES: CF Tyson Solis (.363, 18 2B, 37 RBI, 20 SB); 3B/RHP Marco Murillo (.302, 7 HR, 6 2B, 36 RBI, 2 SV, 2-1, 3.41 ERA, 16 AP, 23 K, 7 BB); OF Bryson Wallet (.330, 12 2B, 1 HR, 27 RBI); C Brandon Douglas (.329, 5 2B, 14 RBI); RHP Tyler Deason (7-4, 3.18 ERA, 70.2 IP, 66 K, 17 BB); RHP Parker Loutensock (5-0, 3.48 ERA, 72.1 IP, 65 K, 25 BB); LHP Anthony Arias (5-0, 4.58 ERA, 35.1 IP, 45 K, 20 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: SS Tommy Sepulveda (Cisco College); C Adbiel Morales (Yavapai College); RHP Jesse Davis (Lane CC); RHP Bradley Gonzales (Dallas Baptist transfer); 1B Ian Nowak (UC Riverside transfer); 1B Thomas Rudinsky (Lane CC); RHP Malcolm Grady (Western Kentucky transfer).

KEY LOSSES: RHP DJ Wilson (All American, closer); SS Matt Valdez (All Conference, Conference Gold Glove winner, 14 HR); 2B David Montoya (All Conference, Conference Gold Glove winner); P/DH Logan Roberts (All Conference, 17 HR).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Tigers rolled to a 44-19 record last season and return four position player starters and key pitchers. Headliners include CF Tyson Solis (.363, 18 2B, 37 RBI 20 SB) and RHP Tyler Deason (7-4, 3.18 ERA, 66 K, 17 BB). Campbellsville also landed a superb recruiting class of 17 newcomers. “We have exceptional depth in our pitching staff,” said Head Coach Beauford Sanders. “We have some power arms, and we return three starters. However, we have some key bats to replace and may have less power but much better speed.”

15. BRYANCOACH: Clint McAuley (First year with the Lions)

2018 RECORD: 41-17

2018 FINISH: Third place in Regional

TOP RETURNEES: 1B Lake Burris (.336, 14 HR, 14 2B, 60 RBI, 3 SB); OF Wade Weinburger (.316, 22 HR, 3 2B, 74 RBI, 13 SB); 3B David Scoggins (.317, 13 HR, 14 2B, 50 RBI); DH Jacob Justice (.285, 1 HR, 5 2B, 17 RBI, 3 SB); 2B Tyler Scott (.258, 3 HR, 9 2B, 29 RBI, 14 SB); RHP Stephen Chamblee (11-1, 3.43 ERA, 102 IP, 131 K, 28 BB); LHP Luke Henderson (7-0, 3.57 ERA, 45 IP, 40 K, 16 BB); RHP Jesus Astudillo (1 SV, 2-2, 4.98 ERA, 45 K, 19 BB); RHP Dalton Ross (4-2, 4.86 ERA, 26 AP, 38 K, 19 BB); RHP Joseph Cuomo (3-1, 5.62 ERA, 16 AP, 38 K, 14 BB).

TOP NEWCOMERS: 3B Gabe Howell (redshirt); RHP Yashuan Santiago (redshirt); OF Marcus Catalano (Angelo State redshirt); SS Hakeem Stargell (redshirt); C Shawn Bracamontes (Pima CC); C Parker Cosby (Escalon HS, CA); LHP Ernesto Romero (Point Loma Nazarene transfer).

KEY LOSSES: RHP Brandon Marklund (6-1, 8 SV, 2.38 ERA, 56 IP, 69 K); OF Fernando Garcia (All American, .439, 12 HR, 27 2B, 72 RBI).

2019 OUTLOOK: The Lions posted a 41-17 record last season and finished third in regional action. Five position player starters are back along with a trio of key pitchers. Headliners include OF Wade Weinburger (.316, 22 HR, 3 2B, 74 RBI), 1B Lake Burris (.336, 14 HR, 14 2B, 60 RBI) and RHP Stephen Chamblee (11-1, 3.43 ERA, 131 K, 28 BB). “We have a solid team full of juniors,” said Head Coach Clint McAuley. “In addition to returning a lot of key players, we added several guys to the team who were ineligible or injured last year. I expect our baseball team to be as good or better than last season.”

Rank Team 2018 Record Points 1. Southeastern, FL (59-7) 498 2. Freed-Hardeman, TN (47-16) 470 3. Georgia Gwinnett, GA (50-12) 468 4. Faulkner, AL (54-9) 452 5. Lewis-Clark St., ID (40-13) 435 6. St. Thomas, FL (56-9) 416 7. Antelope Valley, CA (46-14-1) 397 8. Oklahoma City, OK (51-10) 392 9. Oklahoma Wesleyan, OK (51-6) 35310. Northwestern Ohio (43-20) 341 Second Ten11. Science & Arts, OK (46-8) 32812. Tennessee Wesleyan (39-21) 32513. William Jessup, CA (41-17) 32214. Campbellsville, KY (44-19) 27415. Bryan, TN (41-17) 26316. Point Park, PA (47-9) 24817. Middle Georgia St. (45-18) 22418. Webber International, FL (37-24) 21019. Cumberlands, KY (47-11) 18320. Reinhardt, GA (41-20) 168 Third Five21. Central Methodist, MO (41-16) 15722. Indiana Tech. (44-21) 13723. Bellevue, NE (38-23) 132 24. Keiser, FL (38-19) 11325. Westmont, CA (34-18) 101 LSU Shreveport, LA (40-22) 101

NAIA Baseball2019 Top 25 Poll

Others Receiving Votes: Indiana Southeast, IN (90), Mobile, AL (86), Jamestown, ND (71), Texas Wesleyan (49), Missouri Baptist (40), Cumberland, TN (18), Clarke, IA (15), Tabor, KS (11), Indiana Wesleyan (9), Madonna, MI (8), Judson, IL (8), Mayville St., ND (7), Point, GA (3).

Source: NAIA

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Elite Junior College Players Listed Across USATUCSON, Ariz. — The following

is the 2019 Junior College Players To Watch list from across the nation.

The list contains players who were recommended by junior college coaches, 4-year coaches and compiled by Collegiate Baseball.2019 JC Players To WatchLeft-Handed Pitchers

Brock Begue, Cuyahoga (OH)Grant Miller, McLennan (TX)Lucas Knowles, Central ArizonaAlex McBee, Tacoma (WA)Antoine Kelly, Wabash Valley (IL)Brandon Ross, Riverside City (CA)Brendon Rodriguez, Scottsdale (AZ)Carson Snyder, Santa Rosa (CA)Chris Daniels, Sacramento City (CA)Copper Cox, Northeast MississippiCorey Stone, Walters State (TN)Dale Stanavich, Herkimer (NY)Dalton Fowler, Northwest MississippiAustin Spinney, Cypress (CA)Garrett Irvin, Riverside City (CA)Grant Dowty, Scottsdale (AZ)Griffith Hattingh, Cisco (TX)Christian Grigsby, Tyler (TX)Jake Farnsworth, Feather River (CA)Jake Suchor, Joliet (IL)Joey Chavez, Linn-Benton (OR)Keegan Leffler, Herkimer (NY)Kevin Barham, Abraham Baldwin (GA)Kyle Nunn, Chattanooga State (TN)Mason Rynearson, Blue Mountain (OR)Miles Sandum, Orange Coast (CA)Mitchell Parker, San Jacinto (TX)Nick Rupp, Southern NevadaRichard Reidy, Northern Essex (MA)Ricky Apodaca, Howard (TX)Robert Gasser, San Joaquin Delta (CA)Ryan Gill, Sierra (CA)Ryan Harris, Brookhaven (TX)Tanner West, Lamar (CO)Ted Blumanuer, Harford (MD)Tom Skoro, North Iowa AreaTrae Starnes, Catawba Valley (NC)Tyler Booth, LSU EuniceZach Henderson, Daytona State (FL)Zach Torra, Cuesta (CA)

Right-Handed PitchersJackson Rutledge, San Jacinto (TX)Hunter Perdue, State Coll. of FloridaAlex Haynes, Walters St. (TN)Adrian Chaidez, Cypress (CA)Peter Van Loon, Ohlone (CA)Andrew Sheridan, LSU Eunice (LA)Aryed Garcia, Bergen (NJ)Brock Townsend, Linn-Benton (OR)Braxton Douthit, Northern Oklahoma-EnidCooper Brune, Jones County (MS)Jason Rackers, Jefferson (MO)Kevin Kyle, San Joaquin Delta (CA)Thomas Farr, Northwest FloridaTrevor Wiegle, Eastfield (TX)Alec Gomez, Yakima Valley (WA)Logan Chase, Yakima Valley (WA)Mason Shaw, Yakima Valley (WA)Andrew Peters, John A. Logan (IL)Shemar Page, Pearl River (MS)Wyatt Stanley, Edmonds (WA)Adrian Arpero, New Mexico Military Inst.AJ Peter, Sinclair (OH)Alex DeBey, Neosho (KS)Alex DeLeon, McLennan (TX)Alexander Pimentel, Bronx (NY)Alexander Salazar, Riverside City (CA)Andrew Moore, Chipola (FL)Andrew Williams, Nassau (NY)Anthony Green, Jefferson (MO)Austin Booth, Hinds (MS)Austin Gohl, St. Cloud Tech (MN)Austin Hicks, Jefferson (MO)Braden Olthoff, Palomar (CA)Brandon Backman, Monroe (NY)Brandon Dunham, Ivy Tech-Fort Wayne

(IN)Braden Bomer, Eastfield (TX)Brayden McLaughlin, Iowa WesternBritt Sparks, Shelton State (AL)Brock Daniels, Delgado (LA)Brock Hathaway, Bellevue (WA)Cade Acrey, New MexicoCam Hupe, Kalamazoo Valley (MI)Cameron Leff, Kirkwood (IA)Cole LaLonde, Century (MN)Cole Van Den Helder, Orange Coast (CA)Conar Steinbagh, Lincoln Trail (IL)Cooper Rawls, Tyler (TX)Dalton Laney, Lincoln Trail (IL)Daniel Ferrario, Linn-Benton (OR)Devin Kirby, Santa Rosa (CA)Donnie Nicodemus, Sinclair (OH)Dylan Brazell, S.C. Salkehatchie (SC)Edinson Sanchez, Monroe (NY)Ethan Eldridge, Kellogg (MI)Ethan Holt, Saddleback (CA)Evan Reifert, North Iowa AreaEvan Sankey, Iowa LakesFraser Boyd, Jefferson (NY)Gage Gillian, Walters State (TN)Garrett Ramsey, Hinds (MS)Harrison Beethe, North Iowa AreaHayden Malenfant, Southeastern (IA)Jack Conlon, San Jacinto (TX)Jack Tumulty, Mercyhurst North East (PA)Jacob Hilton, Central ArizonaJacob Kampen, Mt. San Antonio (CA)Jacob Webb, Sinclair (OH)Jacob Womack, Eastern Oklahoma StateJason Habbard, Southern IdahoJake Christa, Northeast MississippiJake Pennington, Sinclair (OH)Jake Rogers, Cochise (AZ)Jarrett Quinn, Cumberland (NJ)Jase Embry, McLennan (TX)Jason Nelson, Central ArizonaJayden Kruse, Iowa WesternJeremie Torres, Bergen (NJ)

Joey Atkinson, Century (MN)John Wiltfang, Cuesta (CA)Johnny Ray, John A. Logan (IL)Jordan Mikel, Howard (TX)Jordan Power, Chattanooga State (TN)Joseph Wargo, Jefferson (NY)Josh Caldwell, Consumes River (CA)Justin Hutchinson, Massasoit (MA)Justin Snow, Southeastern (IA)Justin Solt, Lower Columbia (WA)Kieran Garner, CCBC-Catonsville (MD)Kody Davidson, Walters State (TN)Logan Bender, Catawba Valley (NC)Luis Savigne, Oakton (IL)Marius Balandis, Iowa WesternMark Scannell, Kellogg (MI)Marty Neal, Harford (MD)Matt Gilbertson, Southern NevadaMatt Gonzalez, Herkimer (NY)Matt Schroer, GateWay (AZ)Michael Attalah, Bellevue (WA)Michael Oh, North Iowa AreaMike Biasiello, Rowan-Gloucester County

(NJ)Mike Miles, Cumberland (NJ)Miles Smith, Pearl River (MS)Mitch Lines, Lower Columbia (WA)Nicco Cole, Howard (TX)Nick Evangelista, Rowan-Gloucester County

(NJ)Nick Yoder, Rowan-Gloucester County

(NJ)Noah Weber, Northampton (PA)Nykolas Crumrine, Barstow (CA)Parker Boyle, Chattahoochee Valley (AL)Peyton Miller, Tyler (TX)Radd Thomas, Sierra (CA)Reed Harrington, Spokane (WA)Reed Logsdon, Northwest MississippiRhett Fetner, Chattahoochee Valley (AL)Ricky Castro, Parkland (IL)Riley Watkins, Shelton State (AL)Ross Carver, Crowder (MO)Rudy Amaya, Abraham Baldwin (GA)Ryan Costeiu, Sacramento City (CA)Ryan O’Connell, Wabash Valley (IL)Shane Roberts, Palm Beach (FL)Steven Ordorica, Mt. San Antonio (CA)Tanner Howe, Barton (KS)Trenton Darley, Santa Rosa (CA)Tristan Stivors, New MexicoTy Rybarczyk, Parkland (IL)Tyler Chivens, Cuesta (CA)Tyler Hardwick, New Mexico Military

Inst.Will Abbott, Florence-Darlington Tech

(SC)Wyatt Regis, Mt. San Antonio (CA)Yancy Bird, Lower Columbia (WA)Zach Bromstead, Mt. San Antonio (CA)Zach Cable, Chattahoochee Valley (AL)Zach Curry, Barton (KS)Zak Herbert, Saddleback (CA)

Relief PitchersAustin Cheeley, Jefferson (MO)David Bates, Howard (TX)Landon Cliffton, LSU Eunice (LA)Gunner Mayer, San Joaquin Delta (CA)Ian Hague, Bellevue (WA)Jakob Brustoski, Sinclair (OH)Jose Ledesma, Rowan-Gloucester County

(NJ)Luke Little, San Jacinto (TX)Nate Byrd, Bergen (NJ)Reed Hardin, Northwest MississippiTyler Gregg, Crowder (MO)

CatchersAlex Gattinelli, Rowan-Gloucester County

(NJ)Brady Garrison, Neosho (KS)Nick Hagedorn, Jefferson (MO)Riley Magee, Northern Essex (MA)Ryan Parquette, McHenry County (IL)Spencer Smith, Harford (MD)Zach Jensen, Sierra (CA)Alex Crump, Kellogg (MI)Caleb Stall, Hesston (KS)Cole Hamilton, Linn-Benton (OR)Ryan Dempsey, Eastfield (TX)Cole Moore, McLennan (TX)Dylan Caplinger, Northern Oklahoma-EnidKeiji Parkhurst, Daytona State (FL)Matt James, Yakima Valley (WA)Mason Doolittle, Palm Beach (FL)Robby Korff, Mercyhurst North East (PA)Rody Barker, New MexicoTyler McManus, Delgado (LA)Tyler White, Southwest MississippiZade Richardson, Wabash Valley (IL)

First BasemenVincent Chiarenza, Niagara County (NY)Alex Evenson, Century (MN)

Colten Nix, Crowder (MO)Dan Sullivan, Oakton (IL)EJ Taylor, Northern Oklahoma-EnidMichael Morissette, Tyler (TX)Matt Lopez, Sierra (CA)Slate Fuller, LSU Eunice (LA)Alex Salsman, Blue Mountain (OR)Anthony Angelino, Rowan-Gloucester

County (NJ)Brayden Combs, Walters State (TN)Brett Cain, Howard (TX)Brett Squires, McLennan (TX)Cody Muncy, Eastern Oklahoma StateJake Oblas, Cisco (TX)Nolan Walker, Southern IdahoDerek Galvez, Bronx (NY)Drew Dobbels, Ivy Tech-Fort Wayne (IN)Evan Geisler, Bergen (NJ)Jayden Adrians, Iowa LakesJeremiah Clarke, Sinclaire (OH)Jo Bynum, Santa Rosa (CA)Josh Wunnenberg, GateWay (AZ)Kalen Haynes, Hesston (KS)Kyler Grimsley, Brookhaven (TX)Mark Thornhill, Iowa LakesMichael Buck, Southwest MississippiMiggy Rivera, Wabash Valley (IL)Mike Galvan, Palomar (CA)Ronnie Sweeny, Iowa WesternThomas Toscano, Nassau (NY)

Second BasemenIvan Johnson, Chipola (FL)Jeff Heinrich, McHenry County (IL)Zach Sweet, Cisco (TX)Ty Meissner, Tyler (TX)Brandon Briuglio, Delgado (LA)Brett Erickson, Barton (KS)Brian Fuentes, Wabash Valley (IL)Cameron Rowles, Palomar (CA)Daniel Hernandez, New MexicoDexter Jordan, Pearl River (MS)Grant Wood, Jefferson (MO)Justin Nunez, Bronx (NY)Koy Chapman, Shelton State (AL)Lance Russell, Howard (TX)Mason Grotto, Cuesta (CA)Miguel Soto, New Mexico Military Inst.Nic Sokol, Edmonds (WA)Ryan McIsaac, Cumberland (NJ)Tennison Cantrell, Scottsdale (AZ)Zeke Maldonado, CCBC-Catonsville (MD)

Third BasemenAaron Samaniego, Howard (TX)Alex Jacobs, Sinclair (OH)Audie Nunez, Cochise (AZ)Bryson Bloomer, Lincoln Trail (IL)CJ Lavalvo, Brookhaven (TX)Dalton Doyle, Jefferson (MO)Willie LaJoie, Saddleback (CA)Dylan Scaranda, Cumberland (NJ)Ernny Ordonez, Central ArizonaGrant Schulz, Delgado (LA)Harrison Hart, Cuesta (CA)Jovante Dorris, Hinds (MS)Judah Wilbur, Barstow (CA)Julio Carrion, Chipola (FL)Kale Ledford, Chattahoochee Valley (AL)Layton Moniz, Edmonds (WA)Luke White, Yakima Valley (WA)Michael Sandoval, Mt. San Antonio (CA)Neifi Mercedes, Monroe (NY)Quinn Cherry, Crowder (MO)Robbie Woody, Jones County (MS)Ross Indlecoffer, Iowa Western

ShortstopsDJ Calvert, Northern Oklahoma-EnidFreilin Cabrera, Crowder (MO)Will Riley, Miles (MT)Alex VanDerStok, Abraham Baldwin (GA)Alex Vela, Ivy Tech-Fort Wayne (IN)Austen Daliet, Iowa LakesBenny McKay, Wenatchee (WA)Colby Collier, Hinds (MS)Cruz Aranda, Neosho (KS)Dillon Tassi, Rowan-Gloucester County

(NJ)Garrett Farquhar, Shelton State (AL)Tyler Nixon, Yakima Valley (WA)Garrison Burress, Catawba Valley (NC)Grant Bodison, Florence-Darlington Tech

(SC)Gustavo Gonzalez, Monroe (NY)Hunter Holiday, Jefferson (NY)Jackson Stulas, Joliet (IL)Jalen Battles, McLennan (TX)Jan Maldonado, S.C. Salkehatchie (SC)Jared Pine, Frederick (MD)Jacob Manaska, Eastfield (TX)Yugo Hamakana, Edmonds (WA)Joab Gonzalez, New MexicoJosh Menders, Hagerstown (MD)Joshua Rivera, Chipola (FL)

Justin Ory, Delgado (LA)Kenny LeBeau, Sierra (CA)Leo Romero, Northern Essex (MA)Liam Spence, Central ArizonaManny Acosta, Oakton (IL)Moises Aristy, CCBC-Catonsville (MD)Murphy Stehly, Orange Coast (CA)Richard Mascarenas, Linn-Benton (OR)Trent Quartermaine, Kalamazoo Valley

(MI)Trevor Minder, Parkland (IL)Xander Orejudos, Columbia Basin (WA)Zach Mathis, San Joaquin Delta (CA)

OutfieldersBrendyn Stillman, Herkimer (NY)Garrett Bolt, Niagara County (NY)Burle Dixon, Consumnes River (CA)Chad Musser, Century (MN)H a y d e n L e a t h e r w o o d , N o r t h w e s t

MississippiJason Rooks, Chattahoochee Valley (AL)Luis Massa, St. Cloud Tech (MN)Matt Turino, Jefferson (MO)Matt Wong, Southern NevadaMarcos Sanchez, Southeastern (IA)Michael Elijah, Florence-Darlington Tech

(SC)Nick Webre, LSU Eunice (LA)Hayden Leatham, Southern IdahoSean Cheely, Chattanooga State (TN)Trace Henry, Jones County (MS)Travis Baily, McHenry County (IL)Turner Gentry, Ivy Tech-Fort Wayne (IN)Aaron Pawlak, Mercyhurst North East (PA)Abe Yagi, Southern IdahoAdrian Alarcon, Bergen (NJ)Adrian Torres, New MexicoAlex Almonte, Northern Essex (MA)Austin Hittinger, Abraham Baldwin (GA)Austin Youngblood, Feather River (CA)Brandon Kruzinski, Herkimer (NY)Bren Faulk, LSU Eunice (LA)Brennan Reback, Central ArizonaBryce Simon, Southeastern (IA)Caden Bennett, Eastfield (TX)Caleb Balgaard, Iowa WesternCam Haller, Cisco (TX)Charles Middleton, Sierra (CA)Christian Smith, Cisco (TX)CJ Peechatka, Northampton (PA)Cory Stouffer, Northampton (PA)Devin Ferrari, Lamar (CO)Dominick Bucko, Cuyahoga (OH)Ethan Smith, Bellevue (WA)Gabby Perez, New Mexico Military Inst.George Sutherlund, Cochise (AZ)Haruto Nakano, Sierra (CA)Harrison Denk, Barton (KS)Henry Paulino, New Mexico Military Inst.Jaden VanderVert, Spokane (WA)Jaylund Johnson, Sacramento City (CA)Jisjar Clotida, Palm Beach (FL)Jesse Lopez, Cypress (CA)Jordan Anderson, Chipola (FL)Joseph Hodapp, Riverside City (CA)Josh Torrance, Barstow (CA)Justin Clark, Ohlone (CA)Justin Lee, Cochise (AZ)Justin Van de Brake, Tacoma (WA)Levi Usher, Kirkwood (IA)Logan Mayrose, Lamar (CO)Lou Testa, Harford (MD)Luke DiTondo, Massasoit (MA)Manny Gonzalez, Wabash Valley (IL)Marco Romero, Oakton (IL)Matt White, Abraham Baldwin (GA)Morgan McIntosh, GateWay (AZ)Nate Bloxham, Miles (MT)Nicholas Carrillo, El Paso (TX)Nick Milhan, Cumberland (NJ)Noah Andrews, Lower Columbia (WA)Noah Barron, Pearl River (MS)Noah Myers, Wabash Valley (IL)Nolan Anspaugh, Ivy Tech-Fort Wayne

(IN)Reed Beverly, Saddleback (CA)Reginal “Jr.” Coleman, Riverside City

(CA)Ryan Murphy, Rowan-Gloucester Cty (NJ)Skylar Limonchi, Orange Coast (CA)Spencer Keane, Iowa LakesSpencer Nelson, Kellogg (MI)Steven Rivas, Southern NevadaSteven Santana, Bronx (NY)Tanner Helms, Hagerstown (MD)Thomas Santos, McLennan (TX)Trevor Burkhart, Parkland (IL)Troy Simpkins, Columbia Basin (WA)Tyler Lusher, Eastfield (TX)Tyriece Silas, San Jacinto (TX)Vinny Zavolta, Feather River (CA)Zach Berohn, Cuesta (CA)Zach Patterson, Ohlone (CA)Zane Zurbrugg, Shoreline (WA)

Designated HittersEric Naylor, Frederick (MD)Bryson Jolly, Brookhaven (TX)Jared Howell, Chipola (FL)Easy Goita, CCBC-Catonsville (MD)Joseph Encarnacion, Monroe (NY)Michael Gallagher, Ohlone (CA)Nick Hernandez, Southern Nevada

Multi-Position AthletesJake Hansen, Anoka-Ramsey (MN)Anthony Hoopii, Pierce (WA)Dawson Day, Mt. Hood (OR)Joe Barberio, Niagara County (NY)Dylan Winseck, CCAC-South (PA)Eric Chavarria, Cypress (CA)Fox Leum, North Iowa AreaGredan Valasquez, Barstow (CA)Jacob Melton, Linn-Benton (OR)Jared Howell, Chipola (FL)Joey Pankratz, Cosumnes River (CA)Kevin Flynn, Mohawk (NY)Tyler Curtis, Southern IdahoColton Carpenter, Southern IdahoRyan Phillips, Scottsdale (AZ)Tommy Dunleavy, Northampton (PA)Ty Jones, Miles (MT)Tyler Samaniego, Northeast Mississippi

California J.C.Pre-SeasonAll-Americans

MERCED, Cal i f . — The California Community College Baseball Coaches Association announced its selections for the 2019 Pre-Season All American teams.

They include:Northern CaliforniaPre-Season All AmericansPitchers

Kevin Duffy, ModestoBrendon Tabnen, Feather RiverBen Elder, ButtePeter Van Loon, OhloneNick Sassarini , Monterey

PeninsulaSonny Brandwood, LaneyKevin Kyle, Delta

Relief PitchersNick Roth, Marin

CatchersTyler Greely, DeltaTyler Rando, MissionDante Peretti, Diablo Valley

First BasemenMatt Lopez, SierraAnthony Lucchetti, DeltaBlake Diggle, Mission

InfieldersZak Mathis, DeltaIan Ross, FresnoJoe Brazil, MendocinoTy Brogden, Feather RiverJosh Lauch, MissionSammy Esparaza, LaneyIsaiah Morales, ButteRay Moore, Yuba

OutfieldersJimmy McClenaghan, DeltaVinney Zavolta, Feather RiverWes Hebert, TaftHaruto Nakano, SierraBurle Dixon, Consumnes RiverJustin Clark, Ohlone

UtilitySean Prozell, San MateoBrandon Booz, Modesto

Southern CaliforniaPre-Season All AmericansPitchers

Zach Bromstead, Mt. San Antonio

Steven Ordorico, Mt. San Antonio

Garrett Rennie, Long Beach City

Dexter Wilkerson, GlendaleKevin Holcomb, GlendaleJohnny Wiltfang, CuestaGarrett Irvin, RiversideConnor Tousignant, Fullerton

CatchersJake Engel, San Diego MesaRobert Reeves, Los Angeles

MissionJack Gardner, Cypress

First BasemenGabe Gonzalez, Los Angeles

MissionSpencer Palmer, El Camino

InfieldersMurphy Stehley, Orange CoastMichael Sandoval, Mt. San

AntonioVictor Ceniceros, San Diego

MesaIsidoro Velez, San Diego MesaBilly Sanchez, ComptonMichael Hernandez, ComptonMason Grotto, Cuesta

OutfieldersSklyer Limochi, Orange CoastTom Tabak, GlendaleZach Berohn, CuestaJose Lopez, Cypress

UtilityJake Shusterich, Alan Hancock

RHP JACKSON RUTLEDGE…Throws 98 MPH Fastball For San Jacinto (TX)

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NJCAA Div. I: Defending Champ Chipola No. 1

GOING FOR NO. 3 — Chipola College (Fla.) captured its second straight NJCAA Div. I championship last year and is gunning for its third straight in 2019 with amazing transfers.

ELITE JC PLAYERS — Three of the most highly regarded junior college players in the nation include (from left to right) RHP Alex Haynes (Walters St. C.C., TN, 96 mph fastball), RHP Hunter Perdue (State College of Florida, 10-1, 3.97 ERA, 74 K), and LHP Lucas Knowles (Central Arizona J.C., transfer from the University of Washington who is a high profile pitcher as well).

2019 NJCAA D-1 Pre-Season Poll Rank Team

1. Chipola (FL) 2. Walters St. (TN) 3. San Jacinto (TX) 4. Southern Idaho 5. Iowa Western 6. Cisco (TX) 7. Jefferson (MO) 8. Chattahooch. Val (AL) 9. Monroe College (NY)10. McLennan (TX) Second Ten11. Cowley (KS)12. Crowder (MO)13. St. Coll. Of Florida14. Wallace St.-Hance. (AL)15. Connors St. (OK)16. Barton (KS)17. Wabash Valley (IL)18. Central Arizona19. Hutchinson (KS)20. Seminole St. (OK)

Source: NJCAA Baseball Coaches Association

TUCSON, Ariz. — Two-time defending NJCAA Division I national champion Chipola College (FL) is the pre-season favorite to capture the title once again, according to the NJCAA Coaches Association.

The following is a rundown on each of the top 10 teams in this division.1. Chipola (FL)

Chipola rolled to a 49-17 overall record in winning its second straight NJCAA Div. I title.

Three position player starters re turn a long wi th two key pitchers.

Key returners include:3B Julio Carrion (.294, 11 HR,

13 2B, 41 RBI), DH Jared Howell (.289, 10 HR, 12 2B, 49 RBI), RHP Jose Visaez (6-1, 3.21 ERA, 38 K) and RHP Jared Howell (9 SV, 4-2, 4.40 ERA, 37 K).

Top newcomers among 24 landed include SS Joshua Rivera, 2B Ivan Johnson (transfer from Univ. of Georgia), RHP Andrew Moore and OF Jordan Anderson (transfer from Mississippi St.).

“We should be very solid defensively and offensively,” said Chipola Head Coach Jeff Johnson.

“Our pitching at this point is average with a chance to be very solid down the road.”2. Walters St. (TN)

The Senators posted a 60-8 record last season and finished second at the NJCAA Div. I World Series. However, they lost every position player starter.

Walters St. had 18 players sign with 4-year schools as 17 went to NCAA Division I schools and 10 to Power 5 schools.

Two quality pitchers return in RHP Gage Gillian (4 SV, 5-1, 1.43 ERA, 71 K, 14 BB) and RHP Alex Haynes (2 SV, 5-0, 2.67 ERA, 54 K, 12 BB).

Key players among a class of 22 newcomers include LHP Corey Stone (transfer from Univ. of South Carolina), RHP Kody Davidson (transfer from Dyersburg State C.C.) and 1B Brayden Combs (transfer from the Univ. of Kentucky).

“We are very inexperienced with the loss of so many players,” said Head Coach Dave Shelton.

“Our pitching has a chance to be very strong, and we have been good defensively during the fall. Hopefully our hitting will improve in the spring with a little hard work.

“Pitcher Gage Gillian may have been out most valuable pitcher last year. He only has an 85-88 mph fastball, but he has a hammer curve ball and plus change to go with it and has a bulldog mentality that you can’t teach.”3. San Jacinto (TX)

The Gators posted a 52-15 record

last season with a third place finish at the NJCAA Div. I World Series and only return one position player and two key pitchers.

Key returners include CF Tyriece Silas (.413, 14 2B, 4 3B, 24 RBI, 16 SB), RHP Luis Quinones (4-0, 1.96 ERA, 23 K) and RHP Chezzare Gonzalez (1-1, 1.93 ERA, 17 AP, 33 K).

San Jacinto landed a superb recruiting class of 30 newcomers which features some amazing pitchers, including RHP Jackson Rutledge (transfer from University of Arkansas who has a fastball that could touch 100 mph by next spring), RHP Jack Conlon (transfer from Texas A&M), RHP Austin Marozas (transfer from Univ. of Kentucky) and others.

Other superb newcomers include SS Andrew Papantonis (transfer from Univ. of Virginia), 1B Ryan Hernandez (transfer from Albany University) and OF Cole Turney (transfer from Univ. of Arkansas).

“This may be the deepest and most explosive pitching staff in the nation,” said Head Coach Tom Arrington.

“There are 15 arms that have fastballs that will range from 90-97 mph. Pitching is definitely the power of the team. We learn to hit, and we’ll have a chance.

“I am very excited about RHP Jackson Rutledge who is 6-foot-8 and could be picked in the first two rounds of next June’s MLB Draft. He has a fastball that could be 100 mph or better by the spring. He is special. Right now, his fastball is 96-98 mph with an 85 mph curve and 86 mph slider.

“LHP Luke Little is another quality pitcher who has a 92-94 mph fastball while RHP Jack Conlon, who could close for us, has a 94-95 mph fastball and had a good summer in the Cape Cod League as a starter.”4. Southern Idaho

Southern Idaho posted a 52-12 record last season and returns five position player starters, but no starting pitchers.

Key returners include OF Hayden Leatham (.369, 8 HR, 19 2B, 76 RBI, 2018 Conference Player of The Year), 1B Nolan Walker (.295, 3 HR, 11 2B, 42 RBI), SS David Hudelson (.301, 8 2B, 19 RBI, 15 SB), C Jordan Sadovia (.206, 2 2B, 7 RBI) and C Ryke Erickson (.223, 1 2B, 13 RBI).

Several relief pitchers return in RHP Boden Mills (2-1, 2.45 ERA), RHP Brendan Boily (3-0, 1 SV, 4.71 ERA), RHP Connor Breding (0-1, 6.06 ERA) and RHP Cannon Secrist.

Southern Idaho landed a class of 21 newcomers which features 2B/3B/SS/RHP Tyler Curtis (Bishop Gorman H.S., Las Vegas, Nev.), RHP/OF Colton Carpenter, OF Abe Yagi (previously played at Western Nevada JC) and RHP Jason Habbard.

“Offensively, we will be well rounded,” said Head Coach Boomer Walker.

“We won’t hit a ton of homers and will hit more doubles. We are fairly athletic and can run. We will see if that equates to running the bases well. Our hitters showed a great deal of discipline at the plate last fall, so our on-base percentage could be good.

“Defensively, we will be strong up the middle with our best players there.

“Despite us losing 95 percent of innings pitched last season, which made me nervous going into last fall, we should be OK. The new guys have gotten much better. We will be inexperienced but talented. I want to see how competitive they will be when they get some experience under their belts. As a group, they throw a lot of strikes.”5. Iowa Western

The Reivers rolled to a 54-7 record last season and finished fifth at the NJCAA World Series.

Two position player starters are back along with three quality pitchers.

Key returners include 1B Ronnie Sweeny (.375, 4 HR, 7 2B, 34 RBI), 3B Ross Indlecoffer (.323, 3 HR,

9 2B, 32 RBI), RHP Jayden Kruse (7-0, 0.56 ERA, 43 K, 7 BB), RHP Marius Balandis (6-1, 3.72 ERA, 42 K, 17 BB) and RHP Jordan Bonk (1-0, 2.95 ERA, 20 K, 8 BB) and Relief Trystan Kimmell.

Key players to watch among 22 newcomers include RHP Brayden McLaughlin, P Jared Simpson, LF Caleb Balgaard and SS Cooper Bowman.

“We definitely have a race to maturity this season,” said Head Coach Marc Rardin.

“We have sophomores back, but only two who played a lot. We do have good sophomore every day leadership, but we are going to be young to start off the season. They must mature while they compete.”6. Cisco (TX)

Cisco posted a 52-6 record last season and returns two position player starters and three relief pitchers.

They include: CF Christian Smith (.394, 5 HR, 14 2B, 44 RBI), 2B Zach Sweet (.421, 4 HR, 18 2B, 51 RBI), RHP Josh Lapierre (1-0, 4.91 ERA), RHP Taylor Munkres (4 SV, 5-1, 3.38 ERA, 32 K, 18 BB) and RHP Daniel Nelson (5 IP, 5.40 ERA).

Several redshirts and others are also back in C Jake Wyeth (from Baylor Univ.), C Lucas Pelanco and C Larry Cullum.

Newcomers to the program include: 1B Jake Oblas (hit 7 HR during the fall), OF Cam Haller (transfer from Texas A&M), OF Daniel Budke (Pepperdine transfer), RHP Seth Higdon and LHP Griffith Hattingh (FB up to 94 MPH).

“If we pitch well, we will be OK,” said Head Coach David White.

“Defensively, we should be better than last year with more athleticism.

“We won’t hit as well as we did last year as we led the nation with a .402 team batting average. But our guys this season will be athletic and will compete. So I am excited.”7. Jefferson (MO)

The Vikings posted a 54-11 overall record last season and finished eighth at the NJCAA World Series.

Four position player starters are back along with five quality pitchers.

Key returners include CF Matt Turino (.354, 7 HR, 15 2B, 64 RBI, 18 SB), C Nick Hagedorn (.366, 19 2B, 51 RBI),3B Dalton Doyle (.314, 13 HR, 12 2B), RHP Jason Rackers (11-1, 2.63 ERA, 103 K, 23 BB), RHP Austin Hicks (10-1, 3.14 ERA, 57 K, 20 BB), RHP Anthony Green (3-0, 3.91 ERA, 29 K, 9 BB),and RHP Austin Cheeley (3 SV, 4-1, 2.44 ERA, 48 K, 19 BB).

Among 21 newcomers, one superb player to watch is 2B Grant Wood (transfer from Murray St. Univ.) who hit .376 with 16 2B and was the Ohio Valley Conference Freshman of the Year last season. He also was named a Freshman All-American.

“We will be an extremely deep and talented team in 2019,” said Head Coach Kevin Moulder.

“Our pitching staff is very talented with at least 14 NCAA Div. I pro type arms on the staff.

“The top part of the lineup will have a good chance to be the top 1-2 combo in the country in Turino and Wood. We also will have a very good defensive team with great team chemistry and makeup.”8. Chattahoochee Valley (AL)

Chattahoochee Valley rolled to a 48-12 record last season and returns four position player starters and several quality pitchers.

Key players to watch include OF Jason Rooks (.381, 15 HR, 14 2B, 65 RBI, 20 SB), 3B Kale Ledford (.319, 6 HR, 12 2B, 35 RBI), C Jack Lipson, DH Davis Schwartz, OF Carson Allison, RHP Parker Boyle, RHP Chase Patrick and RHP Zach Cable.

Among 15 newcomers, one to watch includes RHP Rhett Fetner.9. Monroe (NY)

The Mustangs posted a 37-16-1 record last season and finished fifth at the NJCAA World Series.

Two quality returners are back in SS Gustavo Gonzalez (.252, 10 2B, 22 RBI) and DH Joseph Encarnacion (.276, 10 2B, 22 RBI).

Monroe landed a quality recruiting class of 23 newcomers including 3B Neifi Mercedes (transfer from Rowan College Gloucester County as he hit .318, 6 HR, 46 RBI), RHP Brandon Backman (transfer Western Connecticut St.), and RHP Edinson Sanchez.

“We have a very young but talented team that has the ability to be better than last year’s team,” said Head Coach Luis Melendez.

“Our third baseman Neifi Mercedes has a good bat, some power and good baseball instincts as he defends well.”10. McLennan (TX)

The Highlanders were a Region 5 finalist as McLennan posted a 44-15 overall record last season.

Only two position player starters are back along with three key pitchers.

Key returners include LHP Grant Miller (9-1, 1.92 ERA, 61 K, 26 BB), RHP Alex DeLeon (6-1, 2.21 ERA, 39 K, 13 BB), RHP Jase Embry (2017 All-Region who was injured last season but is healthy for 2019), RHP Daniel Cole (5-2, 4.01 ERA, 44 K, 13 BB), OF Thomas Santos (.318, 6 HR, 15 2B, 52 RBI) and 2B Aidan Shepardson (.278, 4 HR, 13 2B, 33 RBI).

Among 22 newcomers, key players to watch include SS Jalen Battles, C Cole Moore and 1B Brett Squires.

“We have a very young group of talented position players,” said Head Coach Mitch Thompson.

“There will be some growing pains early because we are playing a great schedule. However, we are very experienced on the mound. We have depth both on the mound and with our position players.

“Competition for playing time during the fall was very high.”

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TUCSON, Ariz. — Defending NJCAA Division II national champion LSU Eunice (LA) is the pre-season favorite to capture the title once again, according to the NJCAA Coaches Association.

The following is a rundown on each of the top five teams in this division.1. LSU Eunice (LA)

LSU Eunice captured its sixth national title last season with a 5-3 win over Parkland as the Bengals posted a 59-6 overall record.

A handful of returners are back led by 1B Slate Fuller (.347, 5 HR, 15 2B, 47 RBI), C/SS Evan Keller (.310, 4 2B, 18 RBI), RHP Andrew Sheridan (11-0, 2.33 ERA, 75 K, 20 BB), RHP Dane Dixon (5-1, 1.24 ERA, 31 K, 4 BB) and closer Landon Cliffton (11 SV, 1.46 ERA, 23 AP, 31 K, 10 BB).

A number of quality athletes were landed with 20 newcomers that include LHP Tyler Booth (transfer S.E. Louisiana) and OF Nick Webre (transfer from LSU).

“With a lot of newcomers to the program this year, it is vital everyone is on the same page,” said Head Coach Jeff Willis.

“We may have some ups and downs early in the season with such a new club. But we do have a team that has the potential to succeed in the end.

“Offensively, we have speed at the top and bottom of the lineup and slugging percentage guys in the middle.

“Defensively, we should have a fine infield with Even Keller moving to shortstop. In the outfield,

NJCAA Div. II: Defending Champ LSU Eunice No. 1

NJCAA Div. III: Tyler Guns For 5th Title In Last 6 Years

2019 NJCAA D-2 Pre-Season Poll Rank Team

1. LSU-Eunice (LA) 2. Parkland (IL) 3. Northern Okla.-Enid 4. Scottsdale (AZ) 5. Sinclair (OH) 6. Madison (WI) 7. Brunswick (NC) 8. Meridian (MS) 9. Kirkwood (IA)10. Kellogg (MI) Second Ten11. Mesa (AZ)12. Kankakee (IL)13. Pearl River (MS)14. Heartland (IL)15. Jones County (MS)16. Murray St. (OK)17. Pitt (NC)18. Southeastern (IA)19. Monroe C.C. (NY)20. CCBC Essex (MD) Source: NJCAA Baseball Coaches Association

ANOTHER TITLE — LSU Eunice celebrated its sixth national title last year with a 5-3 win over Parkland.

CF Bren Faulk can really run out there.

“As far as pitching, we have our No. 2 and 3 starters back from last season which will help.”2. Parkland (IL)

The Cobras rolled to a 51-16-1 record last season and finished second at the NJCAA Div. II World Series.

Four position player starters return in SS Trevor Minder (.372, 2 HR, 9 2B, 35 RBI, 20 SB), C Bobby

Barnard (.206, 2 2B, 14 RBI), 3B Alex Steinbach (.313, 3 HR, 2 2B, 23 RBI) and 1B Damian Pierce (.295, 7 2B, 14 RBI).

Parkland landed 25 newcomers, including RHP Ricky Castro (committed to Purdue), RHP Ty Rybarczyk (over 90 K last season in high school) and OF Trevor Burkhart (hit .435 with 22 SB in 11 games during the fall).

“We are talented on the mound but very young,” said Head Coach Jon Goebel.

“We returned only 10 percent of our innings. Offensively, we are more experienced with plus athleticism and team speed. The maturation of our pitching will make or break us.

“One player to watch is Trevor Burkhart. He is a true leadoff hitter who has the ability to hit over .400 and threaten our school record for stolen bases.”3. Northern Okla.-Enid

The Jets posted a 48-16 record last season and finished third at the NJCAA Div. II World Series.

Key returning players include 1B EJ Taylor (.376, 15 HR, 12 2B, 74 RBI), C Dylan Caplinger (.340, 8 HR, 12 2B, 37 RBI), SS DJ Calvert (.356, 11 HR, 14 2B, 57 RBI, 15 SB), RHP Braxton Douthit (11-1, 3.92 ERA, 81 K, 22 BB) and RHP Lawson Isaacs (3 SV, 3-3, 4.31 ERA, 24 AP, 38 K).

Northern Oklahoma-Enid also landed a superb recruiting class.

“We have a talented group of freshmen mixed with the experience of sophomores who competed in the World Series last season,” said

Head Coach Raydon Leaton.“Our team should be able to do

some good things in 2019.“Ace pitcher Braxton Douthit is

a bulldog on the mound who eats a lot of innings and gives us a chance to win a lot of games during the season.”4. Scottsdale (AZ)

The Artichokes finished third at the NJCAA World Series last season and finished with a 32-32 overall record.

Scottsdale returns three position player starters and two key pitchers, including OF/RHP Ryan Phillips (.332, 6 HR, 16 2B, 49 RBI, 8 SV), 1B Sam Kalberer (.340, 2 HR, 4 2B, 20 RBI), 2B Tennison Cantrell (.251, 3 HR, 10 2B, 26 RBI), LHP Grant Dowty (4-5, 3.72 ERA, 85 K) and RHP Justin Anderson (3-5, 3.79 ERA, 28 K, 2 SV).

The Artichokes brought in a fine recruiting class of 11 newcomers which features SS Josh Urps (transfer from Sacramento St.) and LHP Brendon Rodriguez.5. Sinclair (OH)

The Tartan Pride rolled to a 46-11 record last season and finished fifth at the NJCAA Div. II World Series.

Three position player starters are back along with four key pitchers.

They include 1B Jeremiah Clarke (.406, 8 HR, 16 2B, 51 RBI), 3B Alex Jacobs (.365, 17 2B, 31 RBI, 18 SB), C Dylan Carpenter (.319, 5 HR, 10 2B, 36 RBI), RHP Jacob Webb (7-1, 3.57 ERA, 52 K), RHP AJ Peter (6-1, 2.58 ERA, 52 K), Donnie Nicodemus (5-1, 5.98 ERA, 51 K) and RHP Chaney Morgan (3-

0, 1 SV, 3.13 ERA, 15 AP, 35 K).LHP Jakob Brustoski (transfer

Youngstown St. Univ.) and RHP Jake Pennington (transfer Nebraska-Omaha) head up a class of 26 newcomers.

“We have a very experienced staff that features five early NCAA Div. I commits,” said Head Coach Steve Dintaman.

“We also return three starters who played a major role on our World Series team last season.”

2019 NJCAA D-3 Pre-Season Poll

Rank Team 1. Tyler (TX) 2. Oakton (IL) 3. Rowan Gloucester (NJ) 4. Niagara County (NY) 5. Eastfield (TX) 6. Brookhaven (TX) 7. Century (MN) 8. Herkimer (NY) 9. Northampton (PA)10. Rockingham (NC) Source: NJCAA Baseball Coaches Association

TUCSON, Ariz . — Tyler (TX) is the pre-season favorite to capture the NJCAA Div. III title, according to the NJCAA Coaches Association.

The following is a rundown on each of the top five teams in this division.1. Tyler (TX)

Tyler, 33-29 last season, played for the national championship in NJCAA Div. III for the fifth consecutive season last spring but lost in 13 innings to Oakton (IL), 14-11.

Prior to that loss, Tyler was the 4-time defending national champs.

Four position player starters are back along with one starting pitcher and three bullpen specialists.

Returners to watch include 1B Michael Morissette (.336, 7 HR, 16 2B, 62 RBI), 2B Ty Meissner (.322, 2 HR, 5 2B, 25 RBI, 12 SB), C Cade Watson (.350, 12 2B, 19 RBI), OF Fiver Trimble (.300, 13 2B, 21 RBI), RHP Jacob Blatney (5-3, 4.04 ERA) and RHP Michael Spinozzi (2-0, 2 SV, 2.41 ERA).

Key newcomers include OF Jacob Johnson, OF Erik Owen, RHP Cooper Rawls, RHP Peyton Miller, LHP Christian Grigsby and RHP Sean Beasley.

“We have a lot of new faces but should be deep on the mound,” said Head Coach Doug Wren.

“I feel like we have pitchers to get college hitters out.

“Offensively, we have a nice blend of team speed, power and line drive hitters. I like our club defensively in the outfield, behind the plate and on the right side of our infield.

“The left side will be young as they develop.”2. Oakton (IL)

The defending national cham-pions rolled to a 44-17 record last season and returns three posi-

HUNTING FOR TITLE — Tyler (TX) is looking for its fifth national title in the last six years with four position player starters back and a deep pitching staff.

tion player starters and one key pitcher.

Key returners include 1B Dan Sullivan (.399, 13 HR, 24 2B, 71 RBI), LF Trevor Heinlein (.318, 15 2B, 29 RBI), RF Marco Romero (.358, 8 2B, 40 RBI, 26 SB) and RHP Luis Savigne (7-2, 4.22 ERA, 51 K).

Oakton landed a superb recruiting class of 20 newcomers which is led by SS Manny Acosta (drafted by the Marlins).

“We had a great recruiting class following our national championship,” said Head Coach Bill Frato.

“One of our top players is 1B Dan Sullivan who is the Region IV top player and has been highly recruited by NCAA Division I schools.”3. Rowan Gloucester (NJ)

The Roadrunners posted a 50-9 overall record and finished third at the NJCAA World Series last season.

Four position player starters are back along with four key pitchers.

Quality returners include C Alex Gattinelli (.408, 14 HR, 13 2B, 53 RBI), SS Dillon Tassi (.383, 2 HR, 13 2B, 40 RBI), 1B Anthony Angelino (.386, 4 HR, 14 2B, 63 RBI), OF Ryan Murphy (.357, 3 HR, 6 2B, 41 RBI), RHP Mike Biasiello (5-1, 2.91 ERA, 69 K, 20 BB), RHP Nick Evangelista (6-1, 3.06 ERA, 71 K, 25 BB), RHP Nick Yoder (5-1, 2.95 ERA, 36 K, 7 BB) and RHP Jose Ledesma (5 SV, 2-0, 2.83 ERA, 42 K).

Rowan Gloucester brought in a recruiting class of 17 which features RHP Anthony Capasso (2nd team All-Region pick from Cumberland C.C.).

“We have all the pieces that we need to compete for our eighth trip to the NJCAA Div. III World Series,” said Head Coach Rob Valli.

4. Niagara County (NY)Niagara County rolled to a 40-7

record last season and returns six position player starters, including CF Garrett Bolt (.438, 2 HR, 14 2B, 44 RBI, 34 SB), 1B Vincent Chiarenza (All-American, .415, 9 HR, 9 2B, 53 RBI), C/RHP Joe Barberio (.361, 7 HR, 7 2B, 37 RBI) and OF Matt Kurszka (.343, 2 HR, 8 2B, 32 RBI).

Key pitchers on the team are RHP Gunner Becker (1-1, 5.00 ERA), LHP Keegan Ernest (5-0, 4.01 ERA), RHP Louie Destino (2-0, 1.26 ERA), LHP Tyler Brill (3-0, 0.79 ERA) and LHP Alex Bish (3-0, 0.96 ERA).

“We have power and speed offensively,” said Head Coach Matt Clingersmith.

“On the mound, we will be sophomore heavy and should be solid defensively with six position player returners.”5. Eastfield (TX)

Eastfield posted a 38-14 record in 2018 and returns five position

player starters as well as four quality pitchers, including the Conference Pitcher of The Year in RHP Trevor Wiegle (8-2, 3.98 ERA, 83 K, 23 BB).

Key returners include OF Tyler Lusher (.329, 3 HR, 8 2B, 21 RBI), C Trenton Dowley (.303, 2 HR, 4 2B, 24 RBI), OF Mason Krantz (.250, 7 2B, 16 RBI), SS Jacob Manaska (.242, 1 HR, 1 2B, 10 RBI), CF Caden Bennett (.262, 4 HR, 12 2B, 31 RBI), DH Christian Del Bosque (.336, 3 HR, 9 2B, 28 RBI), RHP Cayden Cobb (1-0, 4.71 ERA) and RHP Marcus Pugh (2-0, 4.24 ERA).

The coaching staff brought in 25 newcomers who are led by C Ryan Dempsey, INF Nick Balley, INF Brady Robinson, 1B Kelon Mack, 3B Vincent Castillo, RHP Braden Bomer, RHP Ryan Puyear and RHP Derek Potts.

“Offensively, we have a good mix of athletes who can run along with hitters in the middle of the order who can drive runs in,” said Head Coach Michael Martin.

“If we need to put pressure on teams, we have the capability.

“Defensively, our strength will be up the middle with Jacob Manaska back at shortstop along with Caden Bennett in centerfield.

“Our pitching staff returns the conference Pitcher of The Year in Trevor Wiegle along with some solid relievers. We also were fortunate to bring in transfers and freshmen who have the ability to pitch in the starting rotation.”

Joey Seaver Passes AwayMORRISTOWN, Tenn. — An

instrumental piece of the Walters State baseball family is gone way too soon.

Joey Seaver, a 14-year assistant coach for the Senators, died unexpectedly at the age of 54.

Seaver, who was named the head coach of the Senators in the fall of 2013 but left shortly after to become a pitching coach in the Texas Rangers organization, leaves behind many family and friends, but none more important than his wife Diana and his three children — Matthew, Hannah and Ryan.

Seaver joined the coaching staff at Walters State in 2000 following

a 10-year stint as the pitching coach at Carson-Newman University, where he helped guide the Eagles to three South Atlantic Conference titles and a berth in the 1999 NCAA Division II World Series in his final season in Jefferson City.

When Seaver joined the staff at Walters State, the Senators program soared to new heights as they amassed a 650-162-1 record over 14 years.

WSCC won at least 37 games each season, including 40-plus wins in 12 of the 14 campaigns, and the Senators participated in the JUCO World Series in Grand Junction, Colorado, five times.

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Pacific AssociationSan Joaquin Delta Ranked No. 1 With Another Imposing Team

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California J.C. Pre-Season Poll Northern California Rank Team

1. San Joaquin Delta 2. Sacramento 3. Ohlone 4. Sierra 5. Santa Rosa 6. Fresno City 7. Feather River 8. San Mateo 9. Marin10. Mission11. Sequoias12. Merced13. Folsom Lake14. Reedley15. Chabot16. Cosumnes River17. Taft18. Cabrillo19. Butte20. Los Medanos Southern CaliforniaRank Team 1. Orange Coast 2. Mt. San Antonio 3. Palomar 4. Saddleback 5. Cypress 6. Riverside 7. Cuesta 8. Cerritos 9. Glendale10. El Camino11. Canyons12. Santa Barbara13. Moorpark14. Fullerton15. Grossmont16. Southwestern17. Long Beach18. East Los Angeles 19. Santa Ana20. Golden West

Source: California C.C. Coaches Assn.

TUCSON, Ariz. — The following is a rundown on the top rated junior colleges in each major section of the Pacific Association Division as voted on by the Association’s coaches.

The regions include Southern California, Northern California and the Northwest areas of the USA.

Northern California1. San Joaquin Delta

The Mustangs won their second California state title last season in rolling to a 43-9 overall record.

Four position player starters return along with one key pitcher, including SS Zack Mathis (.353, 4 HR, 22 2B, 61 RBI, 11 SB), 1B Anthony Lucchetti (.339, 4 HR, 6 2B, 34 RBI), OF Jimmy McClenaghan (.410, 5 2B, 23 RBI), C Thomas Greely (.333, 1 2B, 25 RBI), UT Bryan Rosario (.277, 17 RBI, 3 3B, 7 SB) and RHP Kevin Kyle (9-1, 3.08 ERA, 91 K, 29 BB).

San Joaquin Delta landed a superb recruiting class of 18 newcomers led by LHP Robert Gasser (transfer from Univ. of New Mexico) and RHP Gunner Mayer.

“We have very good depth in all positions,” said Head Coach Reed Peters.

“Our ball club had some key losses, but we have enough talent to compete for another title.”2. Sacramento

The Panthers finished second in the California state tournament last season in posting a 36-16 overall record.

Five position player starters return but no starting pitchers.

Key returners include OF Jaylund Johnson (.309, 2 HR, 13 2B, 39 RBI), 3B Daniel Walsh (.259, 5 2B, 17 RBI), OF Anthony Galati (.279, 4 2B, 2 HR, 22 RBI), C Kevin Saenz (.244, 4 HR, 10 2B, 31 RBI) and C Brett Bello (.261, 10 2B, 2 HR).

The Panthers landed a superb recruiting class which is led by LHP Chris Daniels (transfer from Sacramento St.) and RHP Ryan Costeiu.

“We will be young,” said Head Coach Derek Sullivan.

“We have upside with our pitchers, but they are unproven. Our position players should be good enough to keep us in games while the pitching staff develops.

“We have a chance to be very good.”

Sullivan has been impressed with southpaw pitcher Daniels.

“He could be the best pitcher in California Junior College baseball in 2019.”3. Ohlone

The Renegades rolled to a 39-8 record last season and return six position player starters and two key pitchers.

Key players to watch include RHP Peter Van Loon (6-1, 2.13 ERA, 61 K, 15 BB), RHP Andrew Amato (3-0, 1.35 ERA, 33 K, 3 SV), DH Michael Gallagher (.299, 4 HR, 10 2B, 40 RBI), CF Justin Clark (.331, 10 2B, 26 RBI) and 3B Dalton Vanhille (.304, 3 HR, 8 2B, 30 RBI).

Ohlone brought in a quality recruiting class of 24 newcomers which are led by LF Zach Patterson (transfer from Univ. of Utah), 2B Brad Norton (transfer from Nevada-Reno), and 3B Kyle Pacioni (transfer Nevada-Reno).

“After a 42-7 season in 2017 and 39-8 season in 2018, we have the pitching to return again to the

California State Final Four baseball tournament,” said Head Coach Mike Curran.

“NCAA Div. I kickbacks Zack Patterson (Utah), Kyle Pacioni (Nevada-Reno) and Brad Norton (Nevada-Reno) will combine with All-Conference returners Justin Clark, Michael Gallagher, Brett Tressen and Dalton Vinhile.”4. Sierra

Sierra posted a 35-12 record last season and returns four starting position players and one key starter.

Key players back include RHP Radd Thomas (3-4, 4.88 ERA, injured last season but is an elite pitcher when healthy with 93 mph FB with command), 1B Matt Lopez (.353, 10 HR, 11 2B, 50 RBI), LF Charles Middleton (.350, 6 HR, 13 2B, 43 RBI) and CF Haruto Nakano (.370, 2 HR, 5 2B, 4 3B, 24 RBI, great leadoff hitter, All-Conference).

Top newcomers to the program include LHP Ryan Gill (one of the top pitchers from the Sacramento area out of H.S.), SS Kenny LeBeau (transfer from Nevada-Reno, lefthanded hitter) and C Zach Jensen (great catch and throw receiver who can hit).

“While talent is super important, we have found that having great team chemistry with everyone getting along is just as important,” said Head Coach Rob Willson.

“Our No. 1 goal is having team players who want to win baseball games. They aren’t concerned with getting 10 home runs or 10 wins on the mound. The cohesiveness of our team is crucial and that is important in our system. Players must know their role within our system and excel at it.

“If that happens, we will be OK in 2019.”5. Santa Rosa

The Bear Cubs posted a 25-15

record last season and return two position player starters and a trio of quality pitchers.

They include LHP Carson Snyder (2-1, 4.43 ERA, 39 K), RHP Devin Kirby (5 SV, 4-3, 2.29 ERA, 33 K), RHP Trenton Darley (7-1, 2.80 ERA, 20 AP, 44 K), 1B Jo Bynum (.295, 4 2B, 10 RBI, 6 SB) and 3B Vinny Riggio (.286, 3 2B, 23 RBI).

Santa Rosa also landed an exceptional recruiting class led by C Ethan Payne (transfer from Utah Valley St.).

“We have some depth around the diamond which will give us some options,” said Head Coach Ben Buechner.

“We will need to play well since our conference will have the returning No. 1 and 2 teams in the state.”

Southern California1. Orange Coast

The Pirates rolled to a 34-15 record last season and finished third in the state.

Six position player starters return as well as four pitchers.

Key returners include SS Murphy Stehly (.328, 2 HR, 9 2B, 27 RBI, 16 SB), OF Skylar Limonchi (.321, 9 2B, 19 RBI, 12 SB), 2B Joey Fregosi (.262, 2 2B, 10 RBI), OF Javier Rosales (.250, 1 2B, 5 RBI), UT Jacob Gentry (.342, 5 2B, 20 RBI) and RHP Cole Van Den Helder (2-1, 24 K, 13 BB).

Players to watch among a class of 15 newcomers include LHP Miles Sandum (transfer from Univ. of San Diego), OF Davis DeForelice (transfer Univ. of Utah), 2B Thomas Williams (transfer West Texas A&M), C Todd Jackson (transfer Univ. of San Diego), RHP Brenden Argomoniz (transfer Orange Coast College) and 3B David Morgan (Mission Viejo H.S., .242, 7 2B).

“We have a good mix of returners,

transfers and freshmen,” said Head Coach John Altobelli.

“The returners are hungry to finish what we didn’t last year and led our club in the fall. We always have a tough schedule. We just need to take care of business, and it should be a successful year.”

Altobelli has been impressed with returning shortstop Stehly.

“He is very athletic and has a strong arm, good hands and is a savvy baserunner. He hits for average with glimpses of power from time to time.”2. Mount San Antonio

The Mounties posted a 35-14 overall record last season and finished fourth in the state.

Two position player starters return along with five key pitchers.

Returners to watch include 3B Michael Sandoval (.290, 4 HR, 46 RBI), RHP Jacob Kampen (7-1, 3.32 ERA, 57 K), RHP Wyatt Regis (2-2, 4.40 ERA, 60 K), RHP Matt Garcia (3-2, 3.27 ERA, 51 K), RHP Zach Bromstead (4 SV, 2.98 ERA, 48 K) and RHP Steven Orderica (5 SV, 3.53 ERA, 42 K).

Fifteen newcomers were brought in headed by SS Jake Dominguez (transfer Cal. St. Fullerton), 2B Ryan Williams (transfer Cal. St. Fullerton), OF Dylan Zavala (transfer Univ. of New Mexico), RHP Joshua Lambert (transfer Azusa Pacific), RHP Tyler Hazlett (transfer Hawaii Pacific) and LHP Shawn Roop (transfer Manhattan College).3. Palomar

The Comets rolled to a 28-17 overall record and played in the California Super Regionals last season.

Four position player starters are back along with several pitchers.

Key returners include RHP Braden Olthoff (1-1, 4.10 ERA, 37 IP, 47 K), 1B Mike Galvan (.404, 14 2B, 40 RBI), OF Matt Ornelia (.327, 10 2B, 28 RBI), OF Mitchell Moralez (.253, 10 2B, 19 RBI), OF/1B Jack Moberg (.285, 10 2B, 20 RBI) and RHP Conor Zalewski (3-3, 4.20 ERA, 50 K in 2017),

Palomar landed a big class of 25 newcomers which is led by 2B Cameron Rowles (transfer from New Mexico St.).

“We had a lot of turnover after last season. A solid core of newcomers have meshed well with veterans,” said Head Coach Ben Adams.

“We should be extremely talented. A number of sophomore transfers should give us some maturity. RHP Braden Olthoff is the leader of our staff, and we will lean on him. He gives us a great chance to win every game he throws in.”4. Saddleback

Saddleback posted a 33-14 record last season and returns two position player starters but no key pitchers.

Three quality returners include 3B/1B Willie LaJoie (.365, 4 HR, 11 2B, 50 RBI), 2B/OF Riley Kasper (.268, 8 2B, 18 RBI), and redshirt OF Ryan Thibert.

SS/3B Filip Smola from Europe played sparingly last year and has improved substantially.

RHP Zak Herbert didn’t pitch last season but had a good fall and committed to Kansas St.

Head Coach Sommer McCartney and his staff landed an outstanding recruiting class of 20 players.

Key players include OF Reed Beverly (good all-around athlete who plays defense and hits with power), RHP Ethan Holt, LHP Matt

Comnos and LHP Jacob Frankel.“Last year, we could really hit,”

said McCartney.“But this year, we might have

to manufacture runs. We will play good defense, and I like our infield quite a bit. Our outfield defense is also very strong.

“Our pitching staff didn’t throw nearly enough strikes in the fall. They must improve in this area when the season starts.

“I would like to add one more thing. It will be the seventh year in a row our program has had a team grade point average over 3.0. I am really proud of that with the strong academic kids we are bringing in.”5. Cypress

Cypress had a 25-15 record last season and returns three position player starters but no starting pitchers.

Key returners include C Eric Bigani (.284, 2 2B, 10 RBI, signed with UNLV), CF Jesse Lopez (.301, 4 HR, 14 2B, 29 RBI, signed with Long Beach St.), C/DH Jack Gardner (.323, 3 HR, 3 2B, 21 RBI), RHP/INF Eric Chavarria (.200, 1 2B, 6 RBI), LHP Austin Spinney (6-1, 1 SV, 3.96 ERA), RHP Adrian Chaidez (0-2, 4.01 ERA, 16 AP, signed with UCLA), RHP Christian Lopez and RHP Reid Sebby (8 AP, 4.00 ERA).

Top newcomers feature OF Spencer Serven, 3B Carson Letterman, INF Trevor Windisch

RHP PETER VAN LOON…6-1, 2.13 ERA, 61 Strikeouts, 15 Walks For Ohlone (CA)

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(transfer Univ. of Oregon), INF Isiah Parra (transfer San Diego St.) and 1B Cory Moore (transfer Santa Clara).

“Our pitching staff is deep with quality arms,” said Head Coach Anthony Hutting.

“A lot of pitchers have taken steps forward from their freshmen to sophomore years.

“On offense, we have a nice balance of guys who can drive the ball a bit with players who can run. We should have a solid offense but won’t hit a ton of home runs. We have a lot of hitters who know what they can contribute.

“Our infield defense should be solid, but it won’t be flashy. The competition has been great during the fall which has made everyone better.”

Northwest1. Lower Columbia (WA)

Lower Columbia captured the 2018 Northwest Athletic Conference tournament with 7-5 win over Yakima Valley and posted a 37-7 overall record last season.

Five position player starters are back along with five quality pitchers.

Key returners include 2B/SS Hunter Cook (.330, 6 2B, 25 RBI), INF/RHP DeShawn Johnson (.291, 1 HR, 3 2B, 16 RBI, 2-1, 2 SV, 2.28 ERA), C Zach Threlfall (.395, 1 2B, 10 RBI), 3B Drew Barlow (.232, 3 2B, 10 RBI), OF GJ Hurst (.237, 4 HR, 7 2B, 29 RBI), RHP Justin Solt (5-0, 2 SV, 3.95 ERA), RHP Mitch Lines (6-0, 1.94 ERA) and RHP Yancy Bird (6-2, 2.77 ERA).

Lower Columbia brought in 15 newcomers who are led by RHP Dakota Hawkins, RHP Eli Shubert and RHP Kaden Vanderwerf.

“Offensively, we should have one of our balanced teams as far as power and speed,” said Head Coach Eric Lane.

“We have the capability of playing a few different lineups. I like our mix of right and lefthanded hitters with a few lefties having power.

“On defense, we will be good in the outfield while our infield defense has several inexperienced players who are capable.

“Our pitching staff should be excellent with the return of Justin Solt and Mitch Lines. Yancy Bird has the most electric arm of any pitcher on the staff. When he is throwing strikes, he is one of the

Lower Columbia No. 1 In N.W. Athletic Conference Northwest J.C. Pre-Season Poll Rank Team

1. Lower Columbia (WA) 2. Edmonds (WA) 3. Yakima Valley (WA) 4. Linn-Benton (OR) 5. Tacoma (WA) 6. Bellevue (WA) 7. Spokane (WA) 8. Pierce (WA) 9. Everett (WA) Lane (OR)10. Mt. Hood (OR) Source: N.W. Junior Coll.

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best pitchers in the league. I also like our three freshmen pitchers who all had a great fall.”2. Edmonds (WA)

Edmonds posted a 40-9 record last season and returns four quality infielders and four pitchers.

Returners to watch include 3B Layton Moniz (.252, 3 2B, 26 RBI, North Region Gold Glove winner), SS Yugo Hamakana (.303, 10 2B, 28 RBI), 2B Nic Sokol (.287, 11 2B, 27 RBI, superb defense, 1st team North Region), 1B David Gibons (.267, 5 2B, 22 RBI, good defensively), RHP Wyatt Stanley (8-1, 1.58 ERA, 53 K) and LHP Luke Tedrick (3-0, 4.79 ERA).

Key newcomers include RHP Tyler Russell, RHP Taylo Derouin, RHP Eric Shinjo, C Alex Garcia and C Mark Wright.

“We might have the best infield defense that we have ever had,” said

Head Coach Scott Kelly.“Offensively, we may not hit a

lot of home runs. But we will hit balls in the gaps. Our pitching will be a strength of our 2019 team.

“Wyatt Stanley is as good as they come on the junior college level. And he has gotten better since last season with the development of pitches. Luke Tedrick is also good.”3. Yakima Valley (WA)

Yakima Valley rolled to a 44-11 record last season and finished second in the Northwest Athletic Conference tournament.

Fourteen players signed letters of intent to 4-year schools after the season, including seven who went to NCAA Division I institutions.

Only three position player starters return in SS Tyler Nixon (.238, 7 2B, 27 RBI), 3B Luke White (.238, 2 HR, 8 2B, 15 RBI)

and 1B Blaine Ross (.221, 3 2B, 12 RBI).

Key pitchers returning include RHP Alec Gomez (2-0, 1.62 ERA, 46 K, 17 BB), RHP Logan Chase (4-1, 5 SV, 2.97 ERA, 36 K, 15 BB) and RHP Mason Shaw (5-0, 2.34 ERA, 33 K, 21 BB).

Top newcomers include C Matt James (transfer from Notre Dame), RHP Hector Sapilla, OF Clay Ashworth (transfer from Sacramento St.).

“Last season, we led the league in 12 of 13 offensive categories,” said Head Coach Kyle Krustangel.

“This team has a chance to do the same. We have some fast players who can hit gap to gap. We won’t hit a lot of balls out of the year. But we should hit with high percentages.

“We led the nation in stolen bases the last two years (143 in 2018), and the running game has been a big weapon for us.

“Our infield defense should be as good as it ever has.

“As far as pitching, we will lean on our 6-8 sophomore arms to carry the load.

“Overall, we have an extremely close, tight knit group. We have players from seven different states as well as British Columbia.”4. Linn-Benton (OR)

Linn-Benton posted a remarkable 42-4 record last season which features a 30-game winning streak.

A handful of position player starters and key pitchers are back including C Cole Hamilton (.294, 22 runs, 19 RBI, Oregon St. commit, first team NWAC), SS Richard Mascarenas (great defense, .344, 7 2B), OF Chase Cosner (.37, 10 2B, 23 R, 13 RBI), RHP Brock Townsend (7-2, 1.62 ERA, 73 K, 13 BB), LHP Joey Chavez (6-0, 1.21 ERA, 44 K) and LHP Austen Carpenter (4-1, 1.73 ERA, 20 K, 10 BB).

Key newcomers to watch include CF/LHP Jacob Melton (powerful lefthanded hitter with speed who can also throw 87-88 mph off the mound), 2B Marcus Lydon (transfer from Seattle University), RHP Dan Ferrario (previously went to Oregon St., 91-96 MPH fastball), 1B Colton Talton (transfer Dodge City C.C., hit .424, 4 HR) and RHP Eric Hill (86-90 MPH FB).

“We have three returning starting pitchers who we expect good things from,” said Head Coach Andy Peterson.

“We have good experience on offense, but the new guys must step in right away. We return our catcher, third baseman, first baseman and shortstop.

“Our offense will be balanced, and we have a few guys who can run and swing it.”5. Tacoma (WA)

The Titans posted a 34-10 record last season and return five position player starters and three key pitchers.

Returners to watch include OF Justin VanDerake (.369, 4 HR, 10 2B, 30 RBI, 12 SB), C Brock Gagliardi (.322, 3 HR, 4 2B, 25 RBI), 3B Cameron Macintosh (.333, 3 HR, 8 2B, 25 RBI, 21 SB), RHP Logan Gerling (4-1, 1.96 ERA, 40 K, 22 BB), RHP Alex McBee (3-2, 3.92 ERA, 44 K, 15 BB) and RHP Josh Vitus (9-1, 2.72 ERA, 55 K, 15 BB).

Tacoma brought in 20 new players which include RHP Jon Fortner (transfer High Point University), SS Mason DeLaCruz (transfer Washington St.), DH Sam Olsson (transfer San Jose St.) and 2B Gavin Grant (Puyallup H.S.).

“This is an older group with some quality transfers and freshmen,” said Head Coach Ryan Mummert.

“Our strengths will be offensively and our ability to defend. We also have some quality arms but depth is a question.

“If we get some pitchers healthy and some freshmen make a jump, then I like our chances in the post-season.”

One player Mummert has been impressed with is VanDeBrake.

“He is a 6.8 runner and a plus athlete with bat speed who can flat out hit. He should be a high NCAA Div. I prospect.”

Fear Of Change Stymies Pitching Development On All Levels Of Game

CHARLIE GREENE

By CHARLIE GREENESpecial To Collegiate Baseball

MIAMI, Fla. — One of the most memorable statements ever made by a president of the United States was forwarded by Franklin D. Roosevelt when he remarked during World War II that “We have nothing to fear, but fear itself.”

Applying this belief to the present landscape of concerns in the game of baseball, one can conclude that we are stymied in our development of pitchers because of our fear of change.

We a r e n o t w i l l i n g t o change because of the sensitive accountability for our actions. Rather than adopting a pro-active technique we have a tendency to go on the defense with a less than desired re-active philosophy.

However, it is far better to build than to constantly repair. Misuse of the arm causes more injuries than overuse. Remember, a turtle only

makes progress “when he sticks his neck out.”

Unlike many other athletic skills, most pitchers employ a “signature” of success.

Identifying the “red flags”

concerning the possibility of serious injury to the throwing arm stands as one the games pressing challenges.

Throwing a baseball is a very violent athletic action and needs to be monitored in a most sensitive way. We cannot remain on the beaten path and let the carnage continue.

Far too many young players are resorting to surgical procedures in an effort to continue their pursuit of the challenges that the game presents.

We need to muster our forces to confront this most serious epidemic.

There is an abundance of talented pitching instructors throughout the game and they need to be allowed to make the necessary changes without fear of repercussion.

Knowledge must be shared with a willingness to disagree.

The solutions will not come easy but they must be pursued.

Is there a best way?

We have witnessed the ideal way to perform in swimming, golf, track and field, tennis, volleyball and even other baseball skills.

Players have a lot of similarities in body build, yet are so different in their throwing motion. Similarity must replace differences.

Leaders must recognize that there will be some regression at first when changes are made, but the improvement will eventually take place.

Don’t be swayed by statistics

in our computer age. One step backward can lead to multiple steps forward. Let’s share ideas.

I strongly believe that throwing injuries can be curtailed with a cooperative effort among baseball coaches at all levels.

We have some of the finest teacher-coaches in any sport. We just need to agree to disagree and check our egos at the door.

The solution to this epidemic can be identified if we all work together.

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Willard & Pat Walker Charitable Foundation has pledged $5 million in support of the University of Arkansas Baseball Performance Center at Baum Stadium.

The Baseball Performance Center (BPC), an approximately 40,000+ square foot baseball clubhouse facility will provide athletes with a state-of-the-art locker room, team room, weight room, training room,

Foundation Pledges $5 Millionmeeting rooms, nutrition space, player and pitching development spaces and in-venue batting cages. The BPC will be constructed behind the right field corner of Baum Stadium, connecting it with the current west concourse and providing new premium viewing areas for games.

The project cost of the Baseball Performance Center is estimated to be $20-25 million.

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