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While the 67 junior is certainly an intimidating presence at the plate, opponents will have to be wary of him on the basepaths as well, as he was 4-for-4 in stolen base attempts in 2021 in limited action. HT WT Bats/Throws CITY ST COMMIT; Maxwell Clark: OF: 6'-1" 190: L-L: Franklin Real-time Vanderbilt Commodores Baseball Schedule on SECSports.com. Check out the detailed 2003-04 Vanderbilt Roster and Stats for College Basketball at Sports-Reference.com Name Pos. 2013. While Vastines freshman numbers a .196 batting average may not exactly pop out, he spent the summer sharpening his game in the Northwoods league. He can be reached at bryce.t.smith@vanderbilt.edu. 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Bulger is likely to start if he returns. Schultz is a known commodity, as hes now started 10 games over his two years at Vanderbilt. If Corbin feels keeping Maldonado in the bullpen is important, expect senior Thomas Schultz or freshman Carter Holton to step into a weekend starter role. Roster turnover is present each and every year in college baseball, but his 20th year on West End will mark a new challenge for head coach Tim Corbin. To go along with his athleticism, Vastine has an exceptional combination of power and contact as a hitter. After a long offseason, its finally time for the VandyBoys to begin their quest to return to Omaha. Should Vanderbilt baseball, Tim Corbin take more transfers? If Kolwyck doesnt maintain his standing over at first base, expect him to likely start at second instead. Last season, Futrell earned freshman All-American honors behind a 3.41 ERA and 64 strikeouts in 63.1 innings of work. The Series Against Vanderbilt UCLA and Vanderbilt have split the all-time series, 2-2, with all matchups taking place since 2010. Junior IF Cooper Davis 3. Bryce previously wrote for SBNation before joining The Hustler. His maturity, leadership, and experience will be invaluable to the Commodores, especially in the postseason. LaNeve, a strong hitter and reliable defender, started games both as an outfielder and a designated hitter last season. Holton was named SEC Co-Freshman of the Week twice, and finished the regular season with three straight scoreless starts. Seven of those 11 inactive players have since entered the portal. Diaz will be able to learn from one of the greatest shortstops in all of college baseball as a backup for Young. . 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. Matthew Polk 1. Look for Vanderbilts Rich Hill equivalent to keep on improving in 2023. But Vanderbilt returns several pitchers who were part of the rotation last season. 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. As such, the Vanderbilt Hustler has you covered with our projected lineup ahead of the opening weekend tournament: The VandyBoys welcome another Maldonado to the squad this year, brother of closer Nick. After having a year under his belt and more experience, his home run numbers should go up. He posted a .213 batting average that, at one point, peaked at over .400 before dropping back down to Earth. The Georgia duo made themselves known early in the 2021. , with Mallory Jr. driving in Smith for the first run of Game 1. 0:49. , setting up Enrique Bradfield Jr. to eventually steal home and win the game in the bottom of the 11th. 2023 Vanderbilt University Commodores (Southeastern Conference) batting and pitching stats + roster + season information. Vanderbilt's Enrique Bradfield Jr. gets on base against Army on Feb. 26, 2021. This year, he is expected to move into the closer role and should shine, with a fast ball in the low-90s and a devastating curveball that peaks around 75 mph. With the departure of Carter Young, we expect Diaz to slide over into his natural position in the middle of the field. This composure at the plate, as well as a year of experience under his belt, has Vastine poised to do big things this season. Aria Gerson. He was previously Assistant Sports Editor and Deputy Sports Editor and is from Wallingford, Connecticut. He has been on staff since freshman year, previously serving as a Staff Writer, Deputy Sports Editor and Lead Sports Analyst. He gave the team an offensive spark in key moments and was truly a revelation for Corbin at the midseason mark with a playoff push coming. Senior IF Cooper Davis 3. this offseason. RHP, Freshman The first wave of Vanderbilt baseball's offseason attrition is done. 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. The juniors mark of 14.0 AB/HR was the best on the team, and his sizzling .909 OPS was third behind Keegan and Isaiah Thomas (min. The Vanderbilt Hustler Sports staff provides their position-by-position expectations ahead of the VandyBoys season opener on Feb. 18. Johnson was a freshman All-American for the Dores in 1996 as an outfielder and earned All-American honors two years later. They figure to be in the VandyBoys long-term plans, so Corbin ought to give them a taste of college ball. L/L. Barcelona's Alejandro Balde, left, and Real Madrid's Nacho fight for the ball during the final of the Spanish Super Cup between Barcelona and Real Madrid in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, Jan. 16 . He could also figure to get some time in a starting role should Corbin want to experiment with his rotation early in the year. So. That comfortability, I believe, will cause an increase in his fielding percentagewhich already sits at an incredible .930as well as the other aspects of his game. To start, the New Jersey Native stands at an intimidating 63 and 208 lbs with a fearsome stare from 60 feet away. Projected Starter: Troy LaNeve or Javier Vaz. Keegan, who will move behind the plate in place of the departed Rodriguez and Romero Jr., will give way to Kolwyck, who has provided utility reps all around the field throughout his four-year career. Corbin said as late as this past Friday that he and pitching coach Scott Brown still had discussions to have regarding Vanderbilts starting location. While . Unlike many of the other hitters in the starting lineup, Noland is a Vanderbilt veteran with the game experience to back it up. That kind of velocity difference between pitches is ideal for a closer that needs to keep hitters off balance in clutch situations. LHP. Though Keegan will likely remain behind the plate, he has spent time at first base and is a backup option there for the Commodores should the need arise. The two could be large contributors in 2023. 2021 Record: 49-18. 0:05. Patrick Reilly got the nod for the Commodores on Tuesday, making his 11th career start. After posting a team-high .345 batting average last year, Keegan will be the key to the Commodores offensive success. Noland tallied 43 RBIs and seven home runs last season. He began his Commodore career as a reliever, but quickly became one of the arms Coach Corbin turned to whenever he needed a ringer. That performance, along with his ability to work quickly and efficiently, earned him some consideration in MLB Mock Drafts but fortunately for Vanderbilt, that did not come to fruition. Named last years SEC Freshman of the Year as well as an All-American and unanimous Freshman All-American, Bradfield Jr. will certainly get the starting nod this year as the Commodores center fielder. He played in 66 of 67 games his sophomore year and appeared in 48 last season. How to watch Vanderbilt baseball vs. TCU on TV, live stream. Dates, opponents and game times for the Commodores 2023 slate are subject to change. The SEC road slate includes trips to Mississippi State (March 24-26), Missouri (April 6-8), Tennessee (April 21-23), Alabama (May 5-7) and Florida (May 12-14). C, Senior He majored in human and organizational development with minors in business and economics. Jams that Ive seen him get out of before, but jams nonetheless. 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. Keegan played nearly every game last year and has become a cornerstone of this VandyBoys program. 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. He rang in 64 hits for the team, which was the fourth most for Vanderbilt. Vanderbilts second baseman will almost entirely depend on Vanderbilts first base situation. Freshman OF Vince Conde 3. Outside of sports, he enjoys traveling and learning about history and philosophy. 2022s Midweek Maestro mostly utilized a two-pitch mix as a freshman, with an arsenal more predicated on control than velocity. Wright, Commodores stun Kentucky to keep NCAA hopes alive, Chancellor Diermeier calls ChatGPT-crafted response to MSU shooting unfortunate, discusses AI in the classroom, Debrief with Diermeier: Campus expansions, ChatGPT, local politics and more, PODCAST: Does Vanderbilt have a path to NCAA tournament? She can be reached at lindsey.x.jorda@vanderbilt.edu. Some of the draft-eligible players will likely come for another year as well. Jones got some run late last year in a designated hitter and outfielder role and proved to be a dependable player. He can spray the ball all over the field, hit with powerhe was second on the team last season with 15 home runsand finds his way onto the bases nearly half the time (.427 OBP last season). The Commodores do-it-all leadoff man was a consensus All-American in each of his first two collegiate campaigns and has stolen 93 bases and maintained a .326 batting average across his first 129 games as a VandyBoy. He can be reached at bowman.b.talbot@vanderbilt.edu. The junior will provide toughness and grit as a catalyst for a team trying to make a run towards a College World Series title. 219. 2016. Last school; Joey Abraham. 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 Vaz himself told reporters last Friday that he doesnt even know where he will end up playing. Fans may recall his clutch 2-run bomb in the bottom of the ninth against Indiana State last season, setting up Enrique Bradfield Jr. to eventually steal home and win the game in the bottom of the 11th. LaNeve came on strong in 2021 after getting his opportunity in May. 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. Kolwyck, who took home the VandyBoys most valuable teammate award at Saturdays baseball banquet, is the definition of a utility man. Senior OF CJ Rodriguez 5. 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. The Georgia duo made themselves known early in the 2021 Black and Gold series, with Mallory Jr. driving in Smith for the first run of Game 1. Put simply, the Commodores will go as far as No. The most comprehensive coverage of the Vanderbilt Baseball on the web with highlights, scores, game summaries, schedule and rosters. For years, Tim Corbin has nurtured and developed freshmen pitchers in the midweek starter role who have gone on to become elite college arms (Mason Hickman, Kumar Rocker, Jack Leiter just in the last few seasons) and even World Series winners (Walker Buehler comes to mind). Schultz is a known commodity, as hes now started 10 games over his two years at Vanderbilt. While each only boasted ERAs of 4.98 and 5.48 respectively, their best baseball is undoubtedly ahead of them. The No. He totaled 45.2 innings last season and notched 58 strikeouts, while allowing 27 walks. 7 Oklahoma State. While it seems unlikely that Poteet will play as soon as this weekend, hell likely get more time down the line, and the future seems bright for the young catcher. RHP, Freshman Though Keegan will likely remain behind the plate, he has spent time at first base and is a backup option there for the Commodores should the need arise. 17 UCLA. TRANSFER STRATEGY:Should Vanderbilt baseball, Tim Corbin take more transfers? Jones flashed strong offensive and defensive tendencies last year, and seems to have earned a secure spot in the lineup heading into 2022. You can reach them at rachael.m.perrotta@vanderbilt.edu and chloe.a.postlewaite@vanderbilt.edu. The scouting site describes him as having a strong and accurate throwing arm with solid athleticism in the field and the ability to hit to all fields at the plate. Vandy will return home for a pair of midweeks against Tennessee Tech (March 7) and Evansville (March 8) prior to hosting Loyola Marymount on March 10-12 for its final weekend series before conference play. As a freshman, Espinal saw only six games of action due to the extraordinary depth at catcher last season, but he might get some looks this year if Keegan moves to first base or takes on a designated hitter role at some point. When not writing for The Hustler, he cheers on the Philadelphia Eagles, the 76ers and Leeds United. Last season, Kolwyck mashed 9 home runs and hit 36 RBIs to go along with a .330 OBP and a .812 OPS. He is an avid fan of the Mets, Knicks, Rangers and Vikings. In his two years at Vanderbilt, the Junior has posted a 4.99 ERA with a 1.94 BB/K ratio thats steadily climbing. . Due to the cancellation of the 2020 season due to COVID-19, teams had an unlimited roster size in 2021 and a 40-man roster in 2022. If Vanderbilt Athletics gave out a Most Improved Player award, Diaz wouldve been a finalist last year. While the role of closer may be handed back to Nick Maldonado this spring, Schultz should still be one of the first names Tim Corbin turns to when the going gets tough. Aria Gerson covers Vanderbilt athletics for The Tennessean. Here is the schedule for the championship series . Full Vanderbilt Commodores roster for the 2022-23 season including position, height, weight, birthdate, years of experience, and college. Last year, he started 4 games including an elimination game in the Regionals against San Diego when he went 7.2 innings. He could also figure to get some time in a starting role should Corbin want to experiment with his rotation early in the year. , is the definition of a utility man. For years, Tim Corbin has nurtured and developed freshmen pitchers in the midweek starter role who have gone on to become elite college arms (Mason Hickman, Kumar Rocker, Jack Leiter just in the last few seasons) and even World Series winners (Walker Buehler comes to mind). The Commodores begin a six-game homestand Feb. 21 against Central Arkansas. I was fortunate enough to be in the press box for the, against Missouri, including his first collegiate home run and a back pick at third that got the attention of. The Commodores will also host league foes Georgia (March 31-April 2), South Carolina (April 14-16), Kentucky (April 28-30) and Arkansas (May 19-21). The most comprehensive coverage of the Vanderbilt Baseball on the web with highlights, scores, game summaries, schedule and rosters. He led the nation with 47 stolen bases and posted a .336 batting average, good for second overall on the team. DATE DAY MATCHUP RESULT/TIME GAME INFO; Feb 19: Fri: Wright State: Postponed: SEC NETWORK + Feb 20: Sat: Wright State: Postponed: SEC NETWORK + Feb 21: Sun: Wright State: Postponed: SEC NETWORK + Feb 22: Mon: Wright State: W 14-1: SEC NETWORK + Feb 22: Mon: Wright State: W 1-0 . His 2-3 record is a slight dip from the 4-2 record he posted in his freshman year, despite his ERA remaining relatively the same. His sophomore year, he pitched 50.2 innings and recorded 9 saves. The highlight of his season was grinding out an infield single en route to scoring the walk-off run in Vanderbilts improbable comeback victory over Stanford. 2020 Vanderbilt Baseball Roster No. Polk will provide depth for the Commodores and will get a chance to see action a few times this season, where he will help Vanderbilt improve their on-base percentage. Vanderbilt baseball is known for the number of players it sends to . 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. Junior Enrique Bradfield Jr. figures to be one of the top players in the country in 2023. Tim Corbins 2023 squad features many new faces after the departures of program stalwarts like Spencer Jones, Dominic Keegan and Christian Little this offseason. The Commodores will face a trio of Big Ten opponents in Minnesota (March 3), Nebraska (March 4) and Maryland (March 5). Thomas played 59 games and made 57 starts for Vanderbilt during the 2021 season, batting .305 with 13 home runs and 40 RBIs. Junior IF . Weve slotted freshman Andrew Dutkanych IV here as the midweek starter, but I certainly wouldnt be surprised to see him get a few Sunday starts later on, especially given how open that competition is this year. The sophomore from California wasnt a day-one starter but found his way onto the field as a consistent third baseman, a position he shined in. The lefty was the No. When not working for The Hustler, she loves reading, listening to music, watching movies and playing with her dog. Justin Hershey ('22) was Sports Editor for The Vanderbilt Hustler. 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. The transfers of Carter Young and Gavin Casas, as well as longtime starters Tate Kolwyck and Parker Noland being draft-eligible, has left this area dangerously thin. Diaz comes to Vanderbilt with a lot of skill and an amazing opportunity at his fingertips. He can be reached at [emailprotected], 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? Midweek Starter Andrew Dutkanych IV, RHP. Parker is that gift. Although down in production during his junior season, the 2023 campaign looks bright for the Farragut High School product. 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McKenzie who is the younger brother of Cleveland Guardian pitcher Triston McKenzie was selected in the 39th round of the 2019 MLB Draft (St. Louis Cardinals) before enrolling at Vanderbilt. 2022 Record: 39-23. The Official Athletic Site of the Vanderbilt Commodores. The only sure returners are sophomores Davis Diaz, Rob Gordon and Jonathan Vastine. 7 Vanderbilt on Friday. While Maldonado will likely have offers to be drafted, his brother, Chris Maldonado, recently committed to Vanderbilt and he could choose to return to play with his brother. Sophomore left-hander Ryan Ginther also seems in line for a bigger role. Full Schedule Announced. The Florida native accumulated a 9-3 record as a freshman and finished his season by tossing six shutout innings in Vanderbilts lone regional final win over Oregon State. (KLKN) - Nebraska secured its first top-10 win in four years after upsetting No. Others in play include juniors Patrick Reilly and Hunter Owen, sophomore Bryce Cunningham and incoming freshman Andrew Dutkanych, who withdrew from the MLB Draft to attend Vanderbilt. Hes already shown that he can flourish in any role hes put in and with the increased role of the shortstop position, Im confident Diaz will see great success. RHP. Though his game action has been infrequent to this point, McKenzie sports a .287 career batting average as well and figures to be a key veteran presence in 2023. After posting a team-high .345 batting average last year, Keegan will be the key to the Commodores offensive success. RHP, Junior Player B/T Pos Ht/Wt Cl. He posted a .213 batting average that, at one point, peaked at over .400 before dropping back down to Earth. So take our prediction with a grain of salt. last spring. Name Pos. Hewett, a junior, appeared in 33 games last season and made 85 at-bats (ABs), an increase from his 15 games and 7 at-bats in his freshman campaign. 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. 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). Vanderbilt Baseball. 1 overall pick in the MLB Draft by years end. But after struggling offensively at times in 2022, the Commodores are likely to lose their two best hitters. Though he doesnt have an overwhelming fastball, his swing-and-miss stuff was consistent all year, and his command was fantastic. Fans may recall his clutch 2-run bomb in the bottom of the ninth against. 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His power, among his other traits, is what makes Schreck stand out as someone who could be a key contributor to this years Vandy Boys lineup.
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