*Official Adam4848 Baseball Preview Feb 11th (SEC Preview)*

HEIGHT: 6'0"
WEIGHT: 195 lbs.

CATCHER

Tyler Moore Jr.*
Chris Chinea So.
Kade Scivicque Jr.

Before I begin the catcher position I want to make a note that the Mainieri himself has not named a starter here nor does he know at this time who will run out on February 14th. For now we will analyze Tyler Moore whether he ends up at C or 1B. Over three years ago Moore signed his letter of intent to play baseball at LSU, in the last two years Tyler has had his share of ups and downs. With Ross departure from the program the defensive side of the ball will take a hit no question. Although Tyler doesn't possess the arm strength or glove Ross had in his prime his bat should be slightly better and should expect to hit anywhere from 5-7 in the lineup in most probable cases protecting Ibarra. If LSU expects to even sniff Omaha Tyler Moore is going to need to absorb some of the power production that departed in the likes of Katz, Rhymes, and Jones. Besides McMullen most of the power from the left side will come from Moore and I expect anywhere from 5-10 HR's on the year as an everyday starter. The silver lining in all of this is Moore has had his share of clutch performances both as a freshman and sophomore respectively. After serving time as a backup and starter in 2012-2013 he is primed to have a solid campaign for LSU whether it’s at catcher or first base. Chris Chinea the talented big bodied catcher from Florida is still clearly in the thick of things and is starting to come into his own as he matures over the course of his first collegiate season. The best defensive catcher of the group would be Kade Scivicque a JUCO transfer who may see meaningful innings this spring. In my opinion none of the three candidates to date have the job locked up anywhere close to the point we won't see at least all three taking pitches. As of now with experience and his left handed bat Moore is getting the nod but expect this position to split time at least in the first month leading into SEC play.

Power------55
Hitting------55
Speed------45
Fielding----50
Arm---------50

*Scale 20-Lowest, 50-Average, 80-Top of the Charts*

Strength-Pressure hitter
Weakness-Glove

Love your reviews!!! Living in the land of the Swine, I don't get a lot of info on our team and your insight is greatly appreciated!!!

Thanx!!!

Very much appreciated. Thank you.

Let's not beat around the bush. Let's start right at the spot up for grabs. Maybe you can do the closer next.

I love these previews.

Best thread of the year. Every year.

It's Feb 2nd. Let's talk about Tyler Moore being the starting 1st baseman.

I look forward to this every year!

Thanks Adam.

Whoever down voted the thread should have their account suspended.

Any new coaches this year?

Anybody else on the hot seat besides Bianco?

Any significant changes/improvements at any SEC ball parks?