I was fortunate enough to be in the press box for the Davis Diaz breakout game against Missouri, including his first collegiate home run and a back pick at third that got the attention of Chris Rose and Jomboy Media, and I was amazed by his skill and his mind. The comment sections are moderated by our Editor-in-Chief, Rachael Perrotta, and our Social Media Director, Chloe Postlewaite. 0:05. Overall, both should be in the lineup with LaNeve in left field or the designated hitter position and Vaz either in left field or at second base. Although Young had a batting average of .252 last season, he capitalized in clutch moments, such as scoring two of Vanderbilts four runs in the NCAA Super Regional game. But Vanderbilt returns several pitchers who were part of the rotation last season. Fans may recall his clutch 2-run bomb in the bottom of the ninth against. Kavi Jakes (24) is a sophomore from Atlanta, Georgia, majoring in psychology and minoring in mathematics. He will provide leadership and experience to a hopeful Commodore squad that looks to make a splash come June. All rights reserved. To start, the New Jersey Native stands at an intimidating 63 and 208 lbs with a fearsome stare from 60 feet away. In his free time, he enjoys golfing. Senior IF Cooper Davis 3. The freshman will have a large hole to fill on the right side of the infield with the departure of Tate Kolwyck, who signed with the Los Angeles Angels as an undrafted free agent in July. That mix includes a low-90s fastball that Futrell pinpoints on the corners of the strike zone and a sweeping curveball designed to miss bats. 1992. Devin Futrell is the latest in that group and the now-sophomore is poised to build upon a sensational freshman campaign as the midweek starter by locking down the Saturday spot this year. Check out the detailed 2021-22 Vanderbilt Commodores Roster and Stats for College Basketball at Sports-Reference.com. It seems the prolific junior is out of words to describe him, but Ill try to start with this: EBJ is one of the most talented players to ever don the Black and Gold and has a chance to put together one of the most decorated individual seasons in VandyBoys history in 2023. Regardless of where, Kolwyck will be an everyday player for the first time in his Vanderbilt career. Unlike many of the other hitters in the starting lineup, Noland is a Vanderbilt veteran with the game experience to back it up. OF, Sophomore Holton and Futrell seem like good bets for rotation spots. Vanderbilt University Athletics - Official Athletics Website . Thomas played 59 games and made 57 starts for Vanderbilt during the 2021 season, batting .305 with 13 home runs and 40 RBIs. Vanderbilt infielder Dominic Keegan stomps home plate after a home run against Kentucky on May 20, 2022. This site is not affiliated with Vanderbilt University, Vanderbilt University Athletics, or Vanderbilt Baseball. Corbin has said that he could play a number of different positions moving forward, but first base is where he could land sooner rather than later. Keegan returns to Vanderbilt for a fourth year on West End after being taken by the New York Yankees with the 573rd pick in the MLB Draft last spring. He will provide leadership and experience to a hopeful Commodore squad that looks to make a splash come June. With 20 commits in the incoming freshman class, some are likely to be lost to the draft, but those who join Dutkanych on campus could make an impact right away. With the departure of Carter Young, we expect Diaz to slide over into his natural position in the middle of the field. LINCOLN, Neb. The Vanderbilt Hustler Sports Staff provides an in-depth look into this year's roster before the Commodores kick off their 2021 season on Friday, Feb. 19 . throughout the year. C, Senior Noland could return, but if he doesn't, Vanderbilt will have to look to the portal or turn to incoming freshmen like Sal Stewart, Chris Maldonado or RJ Austin. Before the season gets underway, The Hustler Sports Staff provides a detailed breakdown of Vanderbilts projected lineup and key reserves: In one of the most interesting preseason position battles, it seems that senior Tate Kolwyck will take over for Dominic Keegan at first base this season. Hes also a solid baserunner, stealing four bags and scoring 40 runs for the VandyBoys. Find out the latest on your favorite NCAAB players on . Whether he was batting eighth or batting second, he found a way to impact the team on the offensive end, a quality that all great players want to have. Before writing for The Hustler, Andrew worked for FanWide. 7 Vanderbilt battles back against Austin Peay to pick up sixth win of the season, 11-7, Three up, three down: VandyBoys beat the Bruins, Weekend Update: Vanderbilt wins two out of three against UCLA, No. LaNeve came on strong in 2021 after getting his opportunity in May. History shows that Tim Corbin likes to put freshmen in this midweek role in order to ease them into the role against nonconference opponents. Bobby Kent (23) is a Senior Staff Writer for The Hustler Sports section, having been on staff since his first semester at Vanderbilt. Having said that, given the injuries we saw the VandyBoys endure last year, hell need to keep his glove warm and his bat at the ready just in case his name is called. Look for him to truly come onto the scene as he settles into his starting role. The deadline to enter the transfer portal was July 1 in order to be eligible immediately for the 2023 season. That was certainly the case for Futrell last year despite his progress and the inconsistency in the Sunday starting role. Bulger is likely to start if he returns. Coming off a phenomenal freshman season that earned him unanimous Freshman All-American honors, southpaw Carter Holton will be the ace of the VandyBoys 2023 rotation. The talented sophomore was one of two Commodores selected to the Baseball America Preseason All-American Team this season, and his raw speed and athleticism make him a valuable asset to have in the field and at the plate. Jr. Lynn English (Mass.) 7 Vanderbilt on Friday. Its possible reliever Chris McElvain also sees some time in Vanderbilts starting rotation, but dont be surprised if Schultz or Holton burst onto the scene. Feb 8, Vanderbilt (13-10) Win vs. Missouri, 70-62; 24. In addition to writing, he hosts The Hustler Sports 30 Podcast, enjoys playing golf and is waiting for his hometown Philadelphia 76ers to complete The Process. If you scrolled down to read about Enrique Bradfield Jr. first, I cant exactly blame you (but trust me, go back up and read about the rest of this offense). (KLKN) - Nebraska secured its first top-10 win in four years after upsetting No. HT WT Bats/Throws CITY ST COMMIT; Maxwell Clark: OF: 6'-1" 190: L-L: Franklin The 2021 Vanderbilt Commodores baseball team represented Vanderbilt University during the 2021 NCAA Division I baseball season.Vanderbilt competed in the Eastern Division of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). With the departure of steady relievers. Stats; Season; Roster; Games . Coach Corbin even stated that, The best gift a program receives is when a senior player returns for their final year. Player B/T Pos Ht/Wt Cl. The 6-foot shortstop started 61 games last season and led the team with 16 home runs and had 52 RBIs, which was the second most for Vanderbilt. As the lefty enters this season with a year of experience under his belt, the Commodores will likely lean on him more and expect more innings from him. Vanderbilt University Athletics - Official Athletics Website, student-athlete mental health and performance, prospective student-athlete questionnaire, NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete, Mr. C and Spirit Squad Appearance Requests. Look for Vanderbilts Rich Hill equivalent to keep on improving in 2023. Reserve: Kenny Mallory Jr. and Christian Smith. He had offseason shoulder surgery after an injury in May, which limited him in the fall. Hewett should hope to get some experience and knowledge playing behind two impressive veterans, but he likely wont see the field too much more than his freshman campaign when he logged seven at-bats and 15 overall appearances. On Wednesday, Vanderbilt baseball released their 2023 conference schedule. Holton is the favorite to be the Friday starter. That leaves six contributors who are gone: bullpen arms Donye Evans, Brett Hansen and Greysen Carter, shortstop Carter Young, first baseman Gavin Casas and most notably, right-hander Christian Little, who transferred to LSU. LHP, Junior If Young stays healthy and boosts his batting average, he may emerge as one of the great shortstops Vanderbilt has ever seen. Plus Ciaja Harbison thoughts and VandyBoys weekend roundup, FELLAS: Vanderbilts ChatGPT email is automated hypocrisy, Two Vanderbilt students compete in Jeopardy! 7 Vanderbilt 5-3 at the Cambria Classic in Minneapolis. In his two years at Vanderbilt, the Junior has posted a 4.99 ERA with a 1.94 BB/K ratio thats steadily climbing. Chris McElvain, the Friday starter for much of 2022, is likely to begin his professional career, and Christian Little, used as a spot-starter, transferred to LSU. Jonathan Vastine enters his sophomore year looking to build off of a solid foundation from the 2021-22 season. 2019 Record: 59-12. The 6-footer from Bowie, Maryland is the definition of consistency: In 2022, he started 57 of the 58 games he played. Through two college seasons, Bradfield Jr. has looked like what would happen if former 14-year MLB veteran Juan Pierre added plus-plus defense and a bit of juice in his bat to his game. The views and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of Vanderbilt University and its official representatives. Whether its at first, second or even designated hitter, he will be a central figure in this years lineup. He could also figure to get some time in a starting role should Corbin want to experiment with his rotation early in the year. The highlight of his season was grinding out an infield single en route to scoring the walk-off run in Vanderbilts improbable. DET. Vanderbilt unveils 2023 baseball schedule. Vanderbilt will travel to Minneapolis to begin the month of March, competing in the Cambria College Classic at U.S. Bank Stadium the home of the Minnesota Vikings. Here's the roster outlook for the 2023 season: ROCKER UPDATE: Former Vanderbilt baseball ace Kumar Rocker had shoulder surgery in fall | Report SUMMER BALL: Where every Vanderbilt baseball player is playing summer ball Starting pitching. OF, Sophomore Berkwich, a talented sophomore, made 10 appearances last season, totaling 14 2/3 innings, but most impressive were his 19 strikeouts to just three walks. Patrick Reilly got the nod for the Commodores on Tuesday, making his 11th career start. Justin Hershey ('22) was Sports Editor for The Vanderbilt Hustler. But Vaz himself told reporters last Friday that he doesnt even know where he will end up playing. The sophomore has earned a right to more opportunities, but his path is obstructed by two stalwarts in Keegan and LaNeve. Hes a national award winner in the Greatest Save PSA Contest for his film, Domino, and released his first short film, Park Bench, Lindsey Jorda (23) is double majoring in neuroscience and psychology in the College of Arts and Science. Collegiate Data ( about ) courtesy SABR's Collegiate Committee. In previous years, Tate Kolwyck has gotten plenty of time at second base, but with Dominic Keegan moving behind the plate, Kolwyck has been taking reps at first most of the spring. Poteet is an interesting case. With the departure of Carter Young, we expect Diaz to slide over into his natural position in the middle of the field. Peabody EDI Office responds to MSU shooting with email written using ChatGPT, SAE bids students affiliated with former DKE chapter after denouncing underground organizations, GUEST EDITORIAL: Vanderbilt Chose Not to Expel My Rapist, Bubble Watch? Harrison Ray 2. Posting a .274 average and a .445 slugging percentage in 2022, Noland has the potential to be a threat at the plate. Tim Corbins 2023 squad features many new faces after the departures of program stalwarts like Spencer Jones, Dominic Keegan and Christian Little this offseason. with the Los Angeles Angels as an undrafted free agent in July. Appearing in 45 career games, Maldonado is one of most experienced arms in the Vanderbilt bullpen. TJ McKenzie and Troy LaNeve got minimal playing time in 2022, making them unlikely to be drafted, but could still break out as seniors. Real-time Vanderbilt Commodores Baseball Schedule on SECSports.com. 2021 Record: 49-18. If one or two of the three win on Saturday (Arkansas hosts Kentucky, Florida hosts LSU, and Mississippi State is at Vanderbilt), then this will get solved on head-to-head; but if all three win or all three lose, well, this gets solved on records vs. Texas A&M: Mississippi State went 1-0 (8-seed), Arkansas went 1-1 (9-seed), and Florida went 0-1 . Senior right-handerMichael Doolin, who missed the last two seasons after undergoing two elbow surgeries, will return, according to Robbie Weinstein of 247Sports. September 14, 2022. Bryce previously wrote for SBNation before joining The Hustler. Aiden Rutman ('25) is a student in Peabody College majoring in HOD and minoring in Communication Studies. Sophomores Rob Gordon and Jonathan Vastine are other infielders who will look to have a larger impact. His list of high school accolades consists of multiple all-state selections and a .423 batting average as a senior. The comment sections are moderated by our Editor-in-Chief, Rachael Perrotta, and our Social Media Director, Chloe Postlewaite. Men's Basketball; Women's Basketball; College Baseball; College Softball . UTL, Freshman McElvain, a junior, made 22 appearances on the mound last season, the third most on the team, including one start. Vanderbilt baseball is known for the number of players it sends to . (Hustler Multimedia/Miguel Beristain) Andrew Wilf, Deputy Sports Editor. She can be reached at lindsey.x.jorda@vanderbilt.edu. Other eligible players who could be selected in the MLB Draft include relief pitchers Jack Anderson, Nick Maldonado, Thomas Schultz, Sam Hliboki and Grayson Moore; infielder Parker Noland; outfielders Javier Vaz, TJ McKenzie and Troy LaNeveand catcher Jack Bulger. The most comprehensive coverage of the Vanderbilt Baseball on the web with highlights, scores, game summaries, schedule and rosters. Named last years SEC Freshman of the Year as well as an, , Bradfield Jr. will certainly get the starting nod this year as the Commodores center fielder. He was rewarded for his efforts by being named to the 2021 Freshman All-SEC team. Freshman C Karl Ellison 25. Name Pos. 0:05. Full Schedule Announced. And valuable upperclassmen such as, But life goes on for Corbin and the VandyBoys, and in place of the losses, the Commodore skipper has added plenty of underclassmen talent and has high hopes for a number of experienced Commodores. After posting a team-high .345 batting average last year, Keegan will be the key to the Commodores offensive success. Any of the three could also be lockdown relievers. Here's the roster outlook for the 2023 season: ROCKER UPDATE:Former Vanderbilt baseball ace Kumar Rocker had shoulder surgery in fall | Report, SUMMER BALL:Where every Vanderbilt baseball player is playing summer ball. The talented freshman was a top 20 prospect in Florida, tallying 15 RBIs while hitting .418 as a senior. Robbins led Vanderbilt with a career-high 15 points and 6.8 rebounds per game this season. 2023 www.tennessean.com. Though he doesnt have an overwhelming fastball, his swing-and-miss stuff was consistent all year, and his command was fantastic. Whether its at first, second or even designated hitter, he will be a central figure in this years lineup. He brought power and a clutch gene to the Commodore lineup, exemplified by a walk-off home run against Kentucky on May 20.
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