re: Official Adam4848 Baseball Preview Feb 11th (Season Predictions/SEC) *Page 10*

Height:6'2
Weight:207 lbs

CATCHER

Ty Ross So. *
Jordy Snikeris Sr.

If there was a preseason award for the most improved player from last year to this year Ty Ross would be at the top of the list. While shedding nearly fifteen pounds in the offseason Ty is putting himself in position to be much more mobile not only on the base paths, but behind the plate in what he’s hoping is his breakout year. In 2011 Ross never found his groove offensively in what was a struggle getting accustomed to SEC pitching. After a year under his belt and a quick summer stint in the Cape Cod league I have a feeling Ross isn’t as likely to press at the plate as his did as a freshman. In my opinion the more he gets comfortable in the box in turn it will allow him to utilize his raw power and start to become the pull hitter he was in high school. In terms of defense LSU is set with a solid backstop for at least the next two years in Ty Ross who only allowed 3 passed balls in forty six games last season. Ross still has below average speed which is not uncommon in big bodied catchers. Jordy Snikeris who also returns from last year will serve in the backup role as well as start a few midweek games here or there.

Power------45
Hitting------40
Speed------30
Fielding----60
Arm---------60

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