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congrats to Bruin for creating a new format for a 2-game series, definitely will be used from time to time......
the last time the Vols wupppped up on a weekday opponent they proceeded to get swept the following series, hopefully history will not repeat itself.
LSU Tigers (21-13 and 6-6 in the SEC)
Coach (Record at school): Paul Mainieri (512-202-3 in 12 seasons)
Ballpark: Alex Box Stadium (10,500)
Postseason History: 30 Regionals (active streak: 6), 18 CWS trips (Last: 2017), National Titles: 6 1991, 1993, 1996, 1997, 2000, 2009).
Projected Regional Team, Yes
Freshman of the Year: Daniel Cabrera, OF, LSU
TOP PROSPECTS, 2018 DRAFT
10 Zach Watson OF LSU
15 Zack Hess RHP LSU
17 Caleb Gilbert RHP LSU
25 Antoine Duplantis OF LSU
30 Hunter Feduccia C LSU
47 Cam Sanders RHP LSU
48 Jake Slaughter 3B LSU
TOP PROSPECTS, 2019 DRAFT
5 Josh Smith 3B LSU
19 Nick Storz* RHP LSU
24 Todd Peterson RHP LSU
IMPACT FRESHMEN
1 Daniel Cabrera OF/LHP LSU
14 Ma'Khail Hilliard RHP LSU
15 Devin Fontenot RHP LSU
24 Nick Storz RHP LSU
Grading The Tigers
Just as scouts grade prospects using the 20-80 scouting scale, we use a 20-80 scale to evaluate teams in our top 25. A score of 50 in each category is average, relative to a typical NCAA tournament team; 55 is slightly above-average; 60 is above-average (plus); 70 is well above-average (plus-plus); 80 is top of the scale, historically strong. Accordingly, 45 is fringe-average or slightly below-average; 40 is below-average; 30 is well below-average; and 20 is the extreme in that direction.
Hitting: 65
Power: 60
Speed: 65
Defense: 65
Starting Pitching: 55
Bullpen: 55
Experience/Intangibles: 55
Thoughts on LSU from an experience standpoint will differ greatly between the pitching staff and the offense. Offensively, you have to love where the Tigers are coming from. They return some quality bats, including the Jordan brothers (Bryce/Beau) in addition to rising Josh Smith and the dangerous combo of Zach Watson and Antoine Duplantis two absolute table setters at the plate. LSU also returns Jake Slaughter, but otherwise has some new faces.
LSU has some experience on the mound, but also some uncertainty in that department. Zack Hess clearly played a massive role for this team, and you saw what he brings to the table with his performances at the College World Series last season. Caleb Gilbert is such a calming and consistent presence. Otherwise, the Tigers will mostly be relying on several arms who dont have a lot of experience competing at this level.
Thats the bad news. The good news? LSUs track record in getting guys ready to play sooner rather than later is impeccable, so dont look for that to be too much of an issue this season.
Link to LSU's Schedule/ Results, Baseball - Schedule - LSUsports.net - The Official Web Site of LSU Tigers Athletics
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Simply reply SWEEP, 2-1, 1-2 or SWEPT
Double Up if you're feeling lucky................
Rules are simple and may change without notice:
1. Simply pick how the Vols will fair during the mid-week games or weekend series
2. Reply with Sweep, 2-1, 1-2 or Swept for a weekend series or WIN or LOSE for a midweek game.
3. At the end of the season (tournaments included) a winner will be selected by their correct predictions and awarded a special prize on behalf of OldTimer and not to exceed $10,000 in value
4. All predictions must be submitted by the 1st pitch of the 1st Game, any edits after the start of the game will result in a disqualification for that Series or Game
5. You do not have to play every week, total points won will win
6. Point system may be changed at my discretion at any time
7. Weather will be an issue, I'll post any instructions regarding weather prior to each game, check back often if inclement weather is in play
8. More rules may be added at my discretion
9. No wagering, 2018 Pick'em is for the enjoyment of the Volnation forums.
10. Disputes will be handled by a 3 person panel: Me, Myself and I
Again, if there is an EDIT after the game starts on your post, your prediction doesn't count....
Point System
Weekend Series
3 Points awarded if you correctly pick 2-1, 1-2 or 1-1 for a rained shortened series. No points awarded for a 1 game weekend series
1 Point awarded if you pick 2-1 and the Vols Sweep
6 Points awarded if you correctly pick a Sweep or Swept, doesn't matter if we only get in 2 games due to weather
Midweek Games
2 points for correctly picking the winner
games will be handicapped
Double Up
Double your point value if correct however the original point value is subtracted if your prediction is wrong. Example, you pick the Vols to go 1-2 and you Double Up, if they go 1-2 you will receive 6 points however if your pick is wrong you receive -3.
Pick with your gut and not your heart!!! - OT
the last time the Vols wupppped up on a weekday opponent they proceeded to get swept the following series, hopefully history will not repeat itself.
LSU Tigers (21-13 and 6-6 in the SEC)
Coach (Record at school): Paul Mainieri (512-202-3 in 12 seasons)
Ballpark: Alex Box Stadium (10,500)
Postseason History: 30 Regionals (active streak: 6), 18 CWS trips (Last: 2017), National Titles: 6 1991, 1993, 1996, 1997, 2000, 2009).
Projected Regional Team, Yes
Freshman of the Year: Daniel Cabrera, OF, LSU
TOP PROSPECTS, 2018 DRAFT
10 Zach Watson OF LSU
15 Zack Hess RHP LSU
17 Caleb Gilbert RHP LSU
25 Antoine Duplantis OF LSU
30 Hunter Feduccia C LSU
47 Cam Sanders RHP LSU
48 Jake Slaughter 3B LSU
TOP PROSPECTS, 2019 DRAFT
5 Josh Smith 3B LSU
19 Nick Storz* RHP LSU
24 Todd Peterson RHP LSU
IMPACT FRESHMEN
1 Daniel Cabrera OF/LHP LSU
14 Ma'Khail Hilliard RHP LSU
15 Devin Fontenot RHP LSU
24 Nick Storz RHP LSU
Grading The Tigers
Just as scouts grade prospects using the 20-80 scouting scale, we use a 20-80 scale to evaluate teams in our top 25. A score of 50 in each category is average, relative to a typical NCAA tournament team; 55 is slightly above-average; 60 is above-average (plus); 70 is well above-average (plus-plus); 80 is top of the scale, historically strong. Accordingly, 45 is fringe-average or slightly below-average; 40 is below-average; 30 is well below-average; and 20 is the extreme in that direction.
Hitting: 65
Power: 60
Speed: 65
Defense: 65
Starting Pitching: 55
Bullpen: 55
Experience/Intangibles: 55
Thoughts on LSU from an experience standpoint will differ greatly between the pitching staff and the offense. Offensively, you have to love where the Tigers are coming from. They return some quality bats, including the Jordan brothers (Bryce/Beau) in addition to rising Josh Smith and the dangerous combo of Zach Watson and Antoine Duplantis two absolute table setters at the plate. LSU also returns Jake Slaughter, but otherwise has some new faces.
LSU has some experience on the mound, but also some uncertainty in that department. Zack Hess clearly played a massive role for this team, and you saw what he brings to the table with his performances at the College World Series last season. Caleb Gilbert is such a calming and consistent presence. Otherwise, the Tigers will mostly be relying on several arms who dont have a lot of experience competing at this level.
Thats the bad news. The good news? LSUs track record in getting guys ready to play sooner rather than later is impeccable, so dont look for that to be too much of an issue this season.
Link to LSU's Schedule/ Results, Baseball - Schedule - LSUsports.net - The Official Web Site of LSU Tigers Athletics
_______________________________________________
Simply reply SWEEP, 2-1, 1-2 or SWEPT
Double Up if you're feeling lucky................
Rules are simple and may change without notice:
1. Simply pick how the Vols will fair during the mid-week games or weekend series
2. Reply with Sweep, 2-1, 1-2 or Swept for a weekend series or WIN or LOSE for a midweek game.
3. At the end of the season (tournaments included) a winner will be selected by their correct predictions and awarded a special prize on behalf of OldTimer and not to exceed $10,000 in value
4. All predictions must be submitted by the 1st pitch of the 1st Game, any edits after the start of the game will result in a disqualification for that Series or Game
5. You do not have to play every week, total points won will win
6. Point system may be changed at my discretion at any time
7. Weather will be an issue, I'll post any instructions regarding weather prior to each game, check back often if inclement weather is in play
8. More rules may be added at my discretion
9. No wagering, 2018 Pick'em is for the enjoyment of the Volnation forums.
10. Disputes will be handled by a 3 person panel: Me, Myself and I
Again, if there is an EDIT after the game starts on your post, your prediction doesn't count....
Point System
Weekend Series
3 Points awarded if you correctly pick 2-1, 1-2 or 1-1 for a rained shortened series. No points awarded for a 1 game weekend series
1 Point awarded if you pick 2-1 and the Vols Sweep
6 Points awarded if you correctly pick a Sweep or Swept, doesn't matter if we only get in 2 games due to weather
Midweek Games
2 points for correctly picking the winner
games will be handicapped
Double Up
Double your point value if correct however the original point value is subtracted if your prediction is wrong. Example, you pick the Vols to go 1-2 and you Double Up, if they go 1-2 you will receive 6 points however if your pick is wrong you receive -3.
Pick with your gut and not your heart!!! - OT
