51 can take them and if the first two seasons of his career are any indication, the skys the limit for Bradfield and the VandyBoys in 2023. The Hustler reserves the right to remove comments that contain vulgarity, hate speech, personal attacks or that appear to be spam, commercial promotion or impersonation. Bobby Kent (23) is a Senior Staff Writer for The Hustler Sports section, having been on staff since his first semester at Vanderbilt. He began his Commodore career as a reliever, but quickly became one of the arms Coach Corbin turned to whenever he needed a ringer. All rights reserved. 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. 2020 Vanderbilt Baseball Roster No. throughout the year. That was certainly the case for Futrell last year despite his progress and the inconsistency in the Sunday starting role. Keegan, who will move behind the plate in place of the departed, and Romero Jr., will give way to Kolwyck, who has provided utility reps all around the field throughout his four-year career. Posting a .274 average and a .445 slugging percentage in 2022, Noland has the potential to be a threat at the plate. 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. Stats; Season; Roster; Games . 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). 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. EBJ might swipe the program record for career stolen bases (96) over the weekend and is 12 triples away from tying the legendary Tony Kemps Vanderbilt record for three-baggers. They figure to be in the VandyBoys long-term plans, so Corbin ought to give them a taste of college ball. 17 UCLA. 2021 Vanderbilt Baseball Commit List NAME XIV Stars POS. Regardless of where, Kolwyck will be an everyday player for the first time in his Vanderbilt career. 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. Vanderbilts second baseman will almost entirely depend on Vanderbilts first base situation. Plus Ciaja Harbison thoughts and VandyBoys weekend roundup, FELLAS: Vanderbilts ChatGPT email is automated hypocrisy, Two Vanderbilt students compete in Jeopardy! 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. He played in 96 games over his three years with the Commodores. Rounding out the group is redshirt freshman Colton Regen. 22. Holton, however, is one of Vanderbilts most prized freshmen and adds a dimension that the VandyBoys have not had in a number of years: a potentially dominant southpaw. Juniors Patrick Reilly and Hunter Owen and sophomore Bryce Cunningham all have starting experience and are pitching in the Cape Cod League this summer. Freshman C Tate Kolwyck 6. 0:36. Vanderbilt Baseball. He rang in 64 hits for the team, which was the fourth most for Vanderbilt. Junior IF . The Commodores are set to play exhibitions against Arizona State and Samford, plus a Black and Gold intrasquad game, as they look to . Feb 12 @ Tennessee, Vanderbilt (13-11) Loss vs. Tennessee, 64-73 . Kavi enjoys running and competes vicariously through the Vanderbilt cross-country and track and field teams. His maturity, leadership, and experience will be invaluable to the Commodores, especially in the postseason. Corbin has credited him with his patience, his defensive improvement and his ability to always play the game at a fast pace. While he was expected to be a first-round pick in the 2022 MLB Draft, Dutkanych withdrew in order to attend Vanderbilt. IF, Freshman Some of the draft-eligible players will likely come for another year as well. Bryce previously wrote for SBNation before joining The Hustler. Unlike many of the other hitters in the starting lineup, Noland is a Vanderbilt veteran with the game experience to back it up. Bulger saw time at first base, catcher and designated hitter last season and posted sturdy offensive marks, batting .274 with an OPS of .783. Schultz is a known commodity, as hes now started 10 games over his two years at Vanderbilt. Luke Rollfinke (2025) is a student in the College of Arts and Science planning to major in Mathematics with a minor in Communications. 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. 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. But Vanderbilt returns several pitchers who were part of the rotation last season. He majored in human and organizational development with minors in business and economics. McKenzie flashed power in his limited opportunities last season and followed up on that with a promising fall, positioning the senior to crack the starting lineup for the first time. Holton was named SEC Co-Freshman of the Week twice, and finished the regular season with three straight scoreless starts. Backstops CJ Rodriguez and Maxwell Romero Jr. have found new homes. A multi-positional, Vanderbilt baseball athlete. 1992. The talented freshman was a top 20 prospect in Florida, tallying 15 RBIs while hitting .418 as a senior. 75 ABs). The Commodores had 35 active players in 2022 and 11 inactive players. Senior OF CJ Rodriguez 5. Ben Bowden. share. Here are all the former Vanderbilt baseball players on MLB Opening Day rosters. Diaz posted an unreal .353 OBP, having almost as many walks as hits and getting beaned 8 times last year. NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Vanderbilt will host 32 games at Hawkins Field and play 55 contests, highlighting the complete 2023 schedule unveiled by head coach Tim Corbin. The deadline to enter the transfer portal was July 1 in order to be eligible immediately for the 2023 season. UTL, Sophomore But throughout the spring, its been Jonathan Vastine taking consistent reps at first base alongside Kolwyck. Keegan played nearly every game last year and has become a cornerstone of this VandyBoys program. The junior will provide toughness and grit as a catalyst for a team trying to make a run towards a College World Series title. The Vanderbilt Hustler Sports staff provides their position-by-position expectations ahead of the VandyBoys season opener on Feb. 18. 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. 2013. 0:49. Junior Enrique Bradfield Jr. figures to be one of the top players in the country in 2023. 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. When not writing for The Hustler, he cheers on the Philadelphia Eagles, the 76ers and Leeds United. Whether its at first, second or even designated hitter, he will be a central figure in this years lineup. UTL, Sophomore His list of high school accolades consists of multiple all-state selections and a .423 batting average as a senior. This composure at the plate, as well as a year of experience under his belt, has Vastine poised to do big things this season. 2016. Junior IF Will Cooper 23. Last season, Futrell earned freshman All-American honors behind a 3.41 ERA and 64 strikeouts in 63.1 innings of work. 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. Corbin said as late as this past Friday that he and pitching coach Scott Brown still had discussions to have regarding Vanderbilts starting location. Vanderbilt Baseball. Find out the latest on your favorite NCAAB players on . 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. 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. Vanderbilt will most likely split time at designated hitter between outfielder Calvin Hewett and utility man Matthew Polk. 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. Despite the ever-present chill thats still in the Nashville air, its almost baseball season. But Vaz himself told reporters last Friday that he doesnt even know where he will end up playing. She can be reached at lindsey.x.jorda@vanderbilt.edu. Though he doesnt have an overwhelming fastball, his swing-and-miss stuff was consistent all year, and his command was fantastic. Patrick Reilly got the nod for the Commodores on Tuesday, making his 11th career start. The VandyBoys welcome another Maldonado to the squad this year, brother of closer Nick. After posting a team-high .345 batting average last year, Keegan will be the key to the Commodores offensive success. Kolwyck, who took home the VandyBoys most valuable teammate award at Saturdays baseball banquet, is the definition of a utility man. But right field is Joness position to lose. The Vanderbilt Commodores will head to Arlington, Texas this weekend for the College Baseball Showdown at Globe Life Field to kick off their 2023 season. 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. Head coach Mark Kingston's bunch outlasted North Carolina A&T (3-5) squad 11-3 on Tuesday afternoon at Founders Park to remain as one of just . He played in 66 of 67 games his sophomore year and appeared in 48 last season. Vanderbilt does not have any players who are out of eligibility, but regardless it will lose several to the draft. Johnson was a freshman All-American for the Dores in 1996 as an outfielder and earned All-American honors two years later. Vanderbilt infielder Dominic Keegan stomps home plate after a home run against Kentucky on May 20, 2022. The shortstop from California had a remarkable senior year at Orange Lutheran in Long Beach, California, where he had a .375 batting average, 26 RBIs and helped his team achieve their most successful season in school history. 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 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. Matthew Polk 1. this season, and his raw speed and athleticism make him a valuable asset to have in the field and at the plate. He's also a member of the Vanderbilt Chess Club and a superfan of the Chicago White Sox. On a warm afternoon at Hawkins Field, the Commodores fell to the Bears, 5-4. 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. 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. 5 (0.6126) SOS. Vanderbilt will also host midweek matchups against Western Kentucky (April 4), North Alabama (April 11), Indiana State (April 18), Georgia State (May 2) and Middle Tennessee State (May 16), while facing in-state foes Belmont (March 14) and Lipscomb (March 21) in neutral-site contests at First Horizon Park. If Kolwyck doesnt maintain his standing over at first base, expect him to likely start at second instead. Look for Vanderbilts Rich Hill equivalent to keep on improving in 2023. Luke loves all things sports so when he's not writing for the Hustler he's probably out either playing for a club or intramural team or watching a game. 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. While Vastines freshman numbers a .196 batting average may not exactly pop out, he spent the summer sharpening his game in the Northwoods league. Player B/T Pos Ht/Wt Cl. 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. don the Black and Gold and has a chance to put together one of the most decorated individual seasons in VandyBoys history in 2023. If all goes according to plan, Bradfield Jr. will be in the mix for the Golden Spikes Award and the No. Last season, while still a limited sample size, Hewett had an On-base Percentage (OBP) of .427 and an On-Base + Slugging (OPS) of .931. Holton and Futrell seem like good bets for rotation spots. The MLB Draft, which begins in two weeks, will trim the roster further. Most importantly, Polk does not play to his size, and, drives the ball with impressive gap power. Junior IF Cooper Davis 3. Young enters his junior campaign as one of college baseballs best shortstops. With the first pitch of the college baseball season less than a day away, heres what the Commodores lineup and rotation might look like against TCU and beyond. 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. 2021 Roster Position Players. Most importantly, Polk does not play to his size, and drives the ball with impressive gap power. 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? The only sure returners are sophomores Davis Diaz, Rob Gordon and Jonathan Vastine. 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). But Vaz himself told reporters last Friday that he doesnt even know where he will end up playing. 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. 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. He posted a .213 batting average that, at one point, peaked at over .400 before dropping back down to Earth. The most comprehensive coverage of the Vanderbilt Baseball on the web with highlights, scores, game summaries, schedule and rosters. Polk enters his first season with the Commodores after a noteworthy high school career. 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. EBJ might swipe the program record for career stolen bases (96) over the weekend and is 12 triples away from tying the legendary Tony Kemps Vanderbilt record for three-baggers. The third annual tournament is scheduled for Feb. 1719 and features six of the nations top programs. 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). Holton is the favorite to be the Friday starter. McKenzie could get some looks in right field with center firmly occupied, but expect the bulk of the non-Jones reps to go to Mallory Jr. and Smith. RHP, Junior HT WT Class City ST; 99: Jack Anderson: RHP: 6'5" . Vanderbilt's relief corps took a heavy hit, as the majority of its bullpen arms in 2022 are either draft-eligible or in the portal. 2023 www.tennessean.com. He figures to be a spark plug at the bottom of the Commodore batting order and also will likely slot into left field at some point too, where he showed last year that. On Wednesday, Vanderbilt baseball released their 2023 conference schedule. He played in 66 of 67 games his sophomore year and appeared in 48 last season. Name Pos. Last school; Joey Abraham. He could also figure to get some time in a starting role should Corbin want to experiment with his rotation early in the year. 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. 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.
Bullpen stalwarts Nick Maldonado and Thomas Schultz will have draft offers, and so could draft-eligible sophomore Grayson Moore. So take our prediction with a grain of salt. [emailprotected]
The senior infielder committed just two errors in 43 games played 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. The first wave of Vanderbilt baseball's offseason attrition is done. TJ McKenzie and Troy LaNeve got minimal playing time in 2022, making them unlikely to be drafted, but could still break out as seniors. Aces of old Jack Leiter and Kumar Rocker have moved on. 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. 2016 roster. Real-time Vanderbilt Commodores Baseball Schedule on SECSports.com. The anchors of Vanderbilt's 2023 team will be center fielder Enrique Bradfield Jr., already a two-time All-American, and freshmen All-American starting pitchers Carter Holton and Devin Futrell . The Knoxville native was drafted by the Miami Marlins in the 31st round in 2019, but has elected to play for the Commodores since then. Vanderbilt baseball returned to Hawkins Field on Tuesday for its first official practice of the fall season. OF/RHP, Freshman The most comprehensive coverage of the Vanderbilt Baseball on the web with highlights, scores, game summaries, schedule and rosters. C, Senior Diaz posted an unreal .353 OBP, having almost as many walks as hits and getting beaned 8 times last year. If Young stays healthy and boosts his batting average, he may emerge as one of the great shortstops Vanderbilt has ever seen. Freshman C Karl Ellison 25. Around him, junior Calvin Hewett and sophomore Matthew Polk have both flashed ability at times. , is the definition of a utility man. 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. Projected Rotation: Patrick Reilly, Christian Little, Nick Maldonado. Hes also a solid baserunner, stealing four bags and scoring 40 runs for the VandyBoys. Vanderbilt would advance to the Super Regionals with a win, while Georgia T. LHP. Outfield is also the position where draft-eligible players are most likely to return. Diaz is a true five-tool with a smooth glove and a bat that has a knack for finding the holes in the defense. LHP, Sophomore Vanderbilt University Athletics - Official Athletics Website . 2022s Midweek Maestro mostly utilized a two-pitch mix as a freshman, with an arsenal more predicated on control than velocity. The Vanderbilt Hustler welcomes and encourages readers to engage with content and express opinions through the comment sections on our website and social media platforms. Schultz was one of the pleasant surprises on last years Vandy Boys team when, after appearing in just 18 games over his first two seasons, he took over as the teams primary closer, posting a 2.88 ERA with a 3.3 K/BB ratio. 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. Vanderbilt and Vanderbilt logos are registered trademarks of Vanderbilt University, 2022 Vanderbilt University , The Vanderbilt Hustler welcomes and encourages readers to engage with content and express opinions through the comment sections on our website and social media platforms. If Vanderbilt Athletics gave out a Most Improved Player award, Diaz wouldve been a finalist last year. Redshirt freshman JD Rogers rounds out the unit. 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. Young enters his junior campaign as one of college baseballs best shortstops. NASHVILLE, Tenn. Vanderbilt will host 32 games at Hawkins Field and play 55 contests, highlighting the complete 2023 schedule unveiled by head coach Tim Corbin. This is kind of a cop-out answer, but these two work best as a junior-senior tandem. He will provide leadership and experience to a hopeful Commodore squad that looks to make a splash come June. The Vanderbilt Hustler welcomes and encourages readers to engage with content and express opinions through the comment sections on our website and social media platforms. The Commodores will face a trio of Big Ten opponents in Minnesota (March 3), Nebraska (March 4) and Maryland (March 5). After a successful weekend at the College Baseball Showdown in Texas, Vanderbilt baseball kicked off their home schedule with a loss against Central Arkansas on Tuesday. 1 overall pick in the MLB Draft by years end. Coach Corbin even stated that, The best gift a program receives is when a senior player returns for their final year. Last season, he often batted first, as his ability to steal bases proved to be a huge difference maker for the Commodores. He can be reached at bowman.b.talbot@vanderbilt.edu. NO. C, Freshman Noland started all but one game last season, and proved to be a consistent force for the Commodore offense. . 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. On Wednesday, at around 2 p.m. CDT, Vanderbilt baseball released their 2023 . High School Reunion Tournament, Vanderbilt admits 15.7% of early decision applicants, record low, VandyBoys Series Preview: Battling the Big Ten at the Cambria College Classic, No. LHP, Freshman Vanderbilt opens SEC play at home for the third year in a row, as the squad welcomes Ole Miss to Hawkins Field from March 17-29. How to watch Vanderbilt baseball vs. TCU on TV, live stream. Powered by WMT Digital. His maturity, leadership, and experience will be invaluable to the Commodores, especially in the postseason. 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. OF, Senior He totaled 45.2 innings last season and notched 58 strikeouts, while allowing 27 walks. The 2021 Men's College World Series will end with two SEC teams squaring off, as Vanderbilt looks to defend its title against Mississippi State. Aria Gerson covers Vanderbilt athletics for The Tennessean. The 6-footer from Bowie, Maryland is the definition of consistency: In 2022, he started 57 of the 58 games he played. Projecting the third starter is no doubt the challenge, but we will project former reliever Nick Maldonado to step into that role. OF, Junior You can reach him at francis.m.sheehy@vanderbilt.edu. A 61 frame and springy swing allows the Florida native to uncork his plus-power, which should translate to doubles and home run potential from the corner spot. Nashville Tennessean. 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. IF, Sophomore LINCOLN, Neb. RHP, Sophomore Behind him are junior Alan Espinal and incoming freshmen Logan Poteet and Cade Law. Anderson, Vaz, Noland,Bulger, LaNeve and McKenzie are other draft-eligible players who are unlikely to be picked in the first 10 rounds and could opt for another year at Vanderbilt. 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 CL City ST; 2: Javier Vaz: IF: 5'-9" 151: Jr. Huntsville: AL: 3: Cooper Davis The stretch includes a weekend series against UCLA (Feb. 24-26) as well as midweek games against UAB (Feb. 22) and Austin Peay (Feb. 28). UTL, Freshman He can be reached at bryce.t.smith@vanderbilt.edu. Aces of old, have moved on. It seems like Vaz might start at second base, but the senior should still get looks in left field, given his incredible speed and big-play ability out in the open. 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. A three-sport athlete in high school, Connors love of athletics and media motivated him to become a staff writer for the Hustlers Sports section. Fifth-year senior Javier Vaz also could return. 9 (0.5907) Non-Conference RPI. The South Carolina baseball team continues to roll. 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. So take our prediction with a grain of salt. 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. 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. Senior IF Cooper Davis 3. 2020 Roster Position Players. 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. He does have a home run to his namea solo shot he hit in his most recent game against Florida International University, so if the sophomore gets a chance, its possible he cements a spot in the lineup going forward. Freshman OF Vince Conde 3. The anchors of Vanderbilt's 2023 team will be center fielder Enrique Bradfield Jr., already a two-time All-American, and freshmen All-American starting pitchers Carter Holton and Devin Futrell. In 2023, rosters will be going back to 35 with a caveat: a team can have up to 40 players if the five extra players lost their 2020 season. He posted a .213 batting average that, at one point, peaked at over .400 before dropping back down to Earth. Kevin Ziomek. The Commodores played their home games at Hawkins Field.Coach Tim Corbin led the Commodores in his 19th season with the program, reaching the 2021 College World Series finals, finishing . You can reach him at lucas.f.rollfinke@vanderbilt.edu. So we will slot in Javier Vaz, the transfer from LSU Eunice Junior College who became a fan-favorite last summer during the College World Series. McKenzie could get some looks in right field with center firmly occupied, but expect the bulk of the non-Jones reps to go to Mallory Jr. and Smith.
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