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Posted on 2/6/09 at 7:36 am to Godfather1
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only 15 more days to go!!!
and thanks to Chicken for the countdown clock !
Posted on 2/6/09 at 2:47 pm to LSUTygerFan
Outfield
Blake Dean (Jr.) *
Leon Landry (So.) *
Jared Mitchell (Jr.) *
Chad Jones (So.)
Mikie Mahtook (Fr.)
Johnny Dishon (So.)
LSU’s is poised to have a strong outfield cotangent lead by speed, speed , and well you guessed it, power. If things go according to plan Dean will play a corner outfield position freeing up a spot at the DH role. If and when he switches to DH three young players will be vying for that one spot whom include Jones, Mahtook, and Dishon. So far reports from practice have been that Chad Jones is a totally different player of a year ago and that he may get a chance to start some. Will this translate into significant innings this season is yet to be determined. Mitchell and Landry alone make up the fastest outfield in the nation and if both can hit over .280-.300 consistently and draw walks I would expect 40 bases stolen between the two of them. Their role is simple this year, get on base and distract the pitcher, once that is accomplished big guys like Dean, Gibbs, Ochinko, and Gaudet can drive them in. When talking about Dean one can only imagine that this was a LHP who came to LSU on a scholarship to pitch and only after breaking his arm got a shot to bat. The rest is history and this year may be his last in the new Alex Box stadium as he looks to be signing a nice bonus if his numbers remain constant. Mikie Mahtook a very talented two way sport athlete from St. Thomas Moore (Laf.) is one of the strongest kids pound per pound on the team as a freshman. Look for Mahtook to work his way into late game situations as the coaches won’t be able to keep this kid off the field.
Grade: A
Blake Dean (Jr.) *
Leon Landry (So.) *
Jared Mitchell (Jr.) *
Chad Jones (So.)
Mikie Mahtook (Fr.)
Johnny Dishon (So.)
LSU’s is poised to have a strong outfield cotangent lead by speed, speed , and well you guessed it, power. If things go according to plan Dean will play a corner outfield position freeing up a spot at the DH role. If and when he switches to DH three young players will be vying for that one spot whom include Jones, Mahtook, and Dishon. So far reports from practice have been that Chad Jones is a totally different player of a year ago and that he may get a chance to start some. Will this translate into significant innings this season is yet to be determined. Mitchell and Landry alone make up the fastest outfield in the nation and if both can hit over .280-.300 consistently and draw walks I would expect 40 bases stolen between the two of them. Their role is simple this year, get on base and distract the pitcher, once that is accomplished big guys like Dean, Gibbs, Ochinko, and Gaudet can drive them in. When talking about Dean one can only imagine that this was a LHP who came to LSU on a scholarship to pitch and only after breaking his arm got a shot to bat. The rest is history and this year may be his last in the new Alex Box stadium as he looks to be signing a nice bonus if his numbers remain constant. Mikie Mahtook a very talented two way sport athlete from St. Thomas Moore (Laf.) is one of the strongest kids pound per pound on the team as a freshman. Look for Mahtook to work his way into late game situations as the coaches won’t be able to keep this kid off the field.
Grade: A
Posted on 2/6/09 at 7:51 pm to Adam4848
Thanks Adam!!!
Posted on 2/7/09 at 2:18 pm to Ryan3232
Designated Hitter
Matt Gaudet (Sr.) *
Mikie Mahtook (Fr.)
Beau Didier (Fr.)
The position where only thing this is expected of you, driving in runs. A year removed from back problems a new and improved Matt Gaudet will see time at DH for the Tigers. The powerful right handed stick will need to somewhat compensate for Clark’s power loss in order for LSU to have a productive offense. What he lacks in speed he gains in power and if his back stays healthy all year Matt could easily hit for 15+ HR’s and 50+ RBI’s. Again if Dean loses the OF spot and is switched over, he will play DH which in turn would mean Gaudet losing his spot. Like Ochinko, Gaudet will need to get ahead of counts and be a smart hitter in order to be successful for the duration of the season. Again, I only expect Gaudet or Dean to share the DH role unless the young bats of Didier, Hanover, Mahtook, or Nola get hot. If Gaudet can keep his strikeouts down and draw walks while getting his share of singles and doubles he can help protect Dean and Gibbs in the five or six hole.
Grade: B
Matt Gaudet (Sr.) *
Mikie Mahtook (Fr.)
Beau Didier (Fr.)
The position where only thing this is expected of you, driving in runs. A year removed from back problems a new and improved Matt Gaudet will see time at DH for the Tigers. The powerful right handed stick will need to somewhat compensate for Clark’s power loss in order for LSU to have a productive offense. What he lacks in speed he gains in power and if his back stays healthy all year Matt could easily hit for 15+ HR’s and 50+ RBI’s. Again if Dean loses the OF spot and is switched over, he will play DH which in turn would mean Gaudet losing his spot. Like Ochinko, Gaudet will need to get ahead of counts and be a smart hitter in order to be successful for the duration of the season. Again, I only expect Gaudet or Dean to share the DH role unless the young bats of Didier, Hanover, Mahtook, or Nola get hot. If Gaudet can keep his strikeouts down and draw walks while getting his share of singles and doubles he can help protect Dean and Gibbs in the five or six hole.
Grade: B
Posted on 2/7/09 at 5:08 pm to Adam4848
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In most likely hood he will be gone after this year
can DJ leave after this year? I thought you had to finish your junior season unless you signed right after HS. Since he is not JUCO he has to wait until next year correct? He will turn 21 on July 13 of this year, so he will not be old enough to be drafted during the draft this season. Am I missing something here?
Wiki: Players at four-year colleges are eligible after completing their junior years, or after their twenty-first birthdays. The exception to this is Division III schools, where players can be drafted before their junior year
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Posted on 2/7/09 at 5:22 pm to PacoDeTaco
If your birthday falls within this time period of being 21 you can still enter the draft. In all likelihood he will be gone after this season.
This happened to Cole Figueroa from Florida
This happened to Cole Figueroa from Florida
This post was edited on 2/7/09 at 5:24 pm
Posted on 2/7/09 at 5:23 pm to Adam4848
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If your birthday falls within this time period of being 21 you can still enter the draft. In all likelihood he will be gone after this season.
+1, Thats what my brother was just telling me.
Posted on 2/7/09 at 6:56 pm to Ryan3232
this is great. thanks adam!
Posted on 2/7/09 at 9:25 pm to tigers9002
You guys are in for a big surprise. All of this sounds great, but Randy Zeigler will be in the batting order somewhere by the time Conference starts. Go back and look at your lineup and find a place for him. He will be a better hitter than 3 or 4 of the guys there right now. Watch. No freshman will have near the impact he will, and he will pitch a lot.
Posted on 2/8/09 at 7:33 am to monroetiger15
If true that would be great, but same as the 07 season no body expected Blake Dean the small left handed pitcher to be the leading hitter on LSU.
Posted on 2/8/09 at 8:20 am to Adam4848
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Chad Jones is a totally different player of a year ago and that he may get a chance to start some. Will this translate into significant innings this season is yet to be determined.
If this is true, and CJ can start in the OF with LL and JM, leaving Dean to be able to DH....that would be truly nasty. Unless the opposition hits a HR, I just dont see how a flyball would not be caught...
Posted on 2/8/09 at 3:58 pm to HOUbengal
Starting Pitching
Anthony Ranaudo (So.) *
Austin Ross (So.) *
Daniel Bradshaw (So.) *
Nolan Cain (Sr.) or Chris Matulis (Fr.)
While LSU lost 4 pitchers who started in 08 they do bring back a trio of talented sophomores spearheaded by Anthony Ranaudo the tall and imposing pitcher let alone along with his fastballs that has scouts flocking to Baton Rouge. Ranaudo an 11th round pick by the Rangers in 07 opted to attended LSU with advice by Mainieri and then LSU pitching coach Terry Rooney that he could be turned into a 1st round pick three years later. After having arm soreness and missing the first 6 weeks of his freshman campaign Anthony started his season on a good note and finished where he started logging 13 innings without giving up an earned run. Through fall ball he’s run his fastball up the 96 mph. Austin Ross nicknamed mister reliable gives you confidence every time he steps on the mound that he’ll throw strikes and limit walks. Bradshaw although going through a rough spot in early spring of last year Mainieri removed him from the closer role and his confidence skyrocketed. Hopefully Ross and Bradshaw can build a study 2-3 punch behind Ranaudo. A new and leaner Nolan Cain will likely share duties in the starting role with Chris Matulis 6’6 LHP who is a heralded freshman who was 10-0 with a 0.31 era in his senior season. If these five players can reach their full potential it could be yet another exciting season ending in Omaha. If not the bullpen will be used to full extent every SEC weekend and it will show at the end of the regular season.
Grade: C
Anthony Ranaudo (So.) *
Austin Ross (So.) *
Daniel Bradshaw (So.) *
Nolan Cain (Sr.) or Chris Matulis (Fr.)
While LSU lost 4 pitchers who started in 08 they do bring back a trio of talented sophomores spearheaded by Anthony Ranaudo the tall and imposing pitcher let alone along with his fastballs that has scouts flocking to Baton Rouge. Ranaudo an 11th round pick by the Rangers in 07 opted to attended LSU with advice by Mainieri and then LSU pitching coach Terry Rooney that he could be turned into a 1st round pick three years later. After having arm soreness and missing the first 6 weeks of his freshman campaign Anthony started his season on a good note and finished where he started logging 13 innings without giving up an earned run. Through fall ball he’s run his fastball up the 96 mph. Austin Ross nicknamed mister reliable gives you confidence every time he steps on the mound that he’ll throw strikes and limit walks. Bradshaw although going through a rough spot in early spring of last year Mainieri removed him from the closer role and his confidence skyrocketed. Hopefully Ross and Bradshaw can build a study 2-3 punch behind Ranaudo. A new and leaner Nolan Cain will likely share duties in the starting role with Chris Matulis 6’6 LHP who is a heralded freshman who was 10-0 with a 0.31 era in his senior season. If these five players can reach their full potential it could be yet another exciting season ending in Omaha. If not the bullpen will be used to full extent every SEC weekend and it will show at the end of the regular season.
Grade: C
Posted on 2/8/09 at 4:45 pm to Adam4848
Very nice Adam. 
Posted on 2/8/09 at 5:02 pm to Adam4848
quote:
While LSU lost 4 pitchers who started in 08 they do bring back a trio of talented sophomores spearheaded by Anthony Ranaudo the tall and imposing pitcher let alone along with his fastballs that has scouts flocking to Baton Rouge. Ranaudo an 11th round pick by the Rangers in 07 opted to attended LSU with advice by Mainieri and then LSU pitching coach Terry Rooney that he could be turned into a 1st round pick three years later. After having arm soreness and missing the first 6 weeks of his freshman campaign Anthony started his season on a good note and finished where he started logging 13 innings without giving up an earned run. Through fall ball he’s run his fastball up the 96 mph. Austin Ross nicknamed mister reliable gives you confidence every time he steps on the mound that he’ll throw strikes and limit walks. Bradshaw although going through a rough spot in early spring of last year Mainieri removed him from the closer role and his confidence skyrocketed. Hopefully Ross and Bradshaw can build a study 2-3 punch behind Ranaudo. A new and leaner Nolan Cain will likely share duties in the starting role with Chris Matulis 6’6 LHP who is a heralded freshman who was 10-0 with a 0.31 era in his senior season. If these five players can reach their full potential it could be yet another exciting season ending in Omaha. If not the bullpen will be used to full extent every SEC weekend and it will show at the end of the regular season.
from what i know...which isnt much, that sounds more closely described as a B- with the potential of being a B+
Posted on 2/8/09 at 5:57 pm to Adam4848
quote:
Starting Pitching
Anthony Ranaudo (So.) *
Austin Ross (So.) *
Daniel Bradshaw (So.) *
Nolan Cain (Sr.) or Chris Matulis (Fr.)
quote:
Grade: C
while LSU lost 4 starting pitchers, their starting pitching wasn't all that great last year. I think Ranaudo and Ross will have ERA's under 4 with Bradshaw's being right over 4
Posted on 2/8/09 at 6:05 pm to Pilot Tiger
C is average, as of right now they haven't proved anything. I'm staying conservative on this subject because of dumb f**king idiots who will call me out midway through the season saying "but Adam4848 said they were an A-, why are they losing games?"
This group is vastly underrated and showed they can do things others couldn't even as true freshman. I think they will be very successful, this is in no way an attempt to bash them, but a preseason grade.
This group is vastly underrated and showed they can do things others couldn't even as true freshman. I think they will be very successful, this is in no way an attempt to bash them, but a preseason grade.
Posted on 2/8/09 at 6:34 pm to Adam4848
quote:
Austin Nola
dude is going to be a beast.
Posted on 2/8/09 at 7:42 pm to Adam4848
quote:
If your birthday falls within this time period of being 21 you can still enter the draft. In all likelihood he will be gone after this season.
You are eligible if you turned 21 within 45 days after the draft.
Posted on 2/8/09 at 9:19 pm to Pilot Tiger
quote:
Pilot Tiger
Don't ever question Adam.
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