We'll see how he does in live action. We have a lot of veterans and if Skinner is leading off it's possible that Dubrule could hit lower in the order.
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Skinner might lead off later in the year. He?s not ready for that yet.
Unless I am mistaken, in the most recent interview with Lemonis, he was singing the praises of Dubrule’s hitting abilities. I expect him to start the season in the 1 or 2 spot. However, is it possible that Rowdey leads off with James in the 2 hole?
1. Rowdey
2. James
3. TA
4. Hatcher
5. Tanner
6. Dubrule
I think I like Rowdey in the 2 hole more than lead off. I am an arm chair coach though.
Starting pitching is a pretty big concern for Arkansas IMO. Especially given how loaded the SEC West is with high-end Friday pitching. Everywhere else should be solid but wouldn't be surprised if it causes the Hogs to finish 4th or so in the West. Of course, that's still probably a top 15 team.
I expect you guys to be very, very good. Similar issue with hitting like us, Losing a big bopper, 1st rounder like the kid with the Swedish name, kirstead. But you guys always find another. Christian Franklin seems poised for a huge year and is a player any team would want and start.
Where do we see ourselves ending up in SEC rankings?
3rd or 4th. We have a great shot to win the West. But Florida will sweep many of their series and they will be tough to catch.
I see Florida get all the love in preseason polls but Vandy is the team to beat for me. Florida was 16-1 last year, nice start. They did not get beat by Texas Southern like we did. But Miami is really not a lock-down power team. That?s the good team they beat a few times before the lockdown
I think being defending National champs is more impressive
And if Skinner is hurt, we may go with Cumbest. Pimentel has been striking out a LOT.
Homedawg, what is the situation with Kellum Clark?
Lots of players competing for this spot, so Cumbest must be flashing something to take the position.
The candidates:
Skinner, McGowan, McDonald, Grantham, Pimentel to name a few
I wonder if Kace Garner could not emerge at some point if Cumbest and Pimentel do not work out. He's a catcher but I see C/OF listed as his position in JC.
Basically pulling a Gilbert Marshall who was a backup Catcher that took 3B because Gunnar Halter was never going to hit