Clemson’s Baseball Roster is Impressive

Clemson’s baseball roster is looking pretty impressive this season. With some strong returning players and some new additions, the Tigers are looking like they could be a force to be reckoned with in the ACC.

Introducing the 2019 Clemson Baseball Roster

The 2019 Clemson baseball roster is impressive and looks to be one of the best in recent years The team is loaded with talent and should be a force to be reckoned with this season. Some of the standout players on the roster include:

Pitcher Trevor Cahill – A top-tier pitcher who has already seen success at the Major League level, Cahill will be a key player for the Tigers this season.

Catcher Grayson Greiner – A leader on and off the field, Greiner is one of the best defensive catchers in the game. He’s also a solid hitter and will provide some much-needed power in the lineup.

Infielder Jordan Greene – Greene is a versatile player who can play all over the infield. He’s a solid hitter with some power and should be a key contributor to the team’s offense.

Outfielder Seth Beer – One of the best prospects in baseball, Beer is a five-tool player who has all the makings of a future star. He’ll be a key piece in the Tigers’ lineup this season and for years to come.

A Quick Overview of the Roster

The Clemson baseball team’s roster is full of impressive young talent. This year’s team is loaded with potential, and many of the players have the potential to be top-flight prospects at the Major League level. Here is a quick overview of the roster:

Pitchers:
The pitching staff is led by ace left-hander Matthew Crownover, who was named a preseason All-American by Baseball America Crownover is joined by a talented group of pitchers that includes right-handers Zack Erwin and Trey Bowling, as well as lefties Ryley Gilliam and Alex Eubanks.

Catchers:
Behind the plate, Clemson has two experienced seniors in Chris Okey and Garrett Boulware. Both Okey and Boulware have been starters for the past two seasons, and they will provide a steadying presence for the young pitching staff.

Infielders:
The infield will be anchored by junior second baseman Robert Jolly, who was named a preseason All-American by perfect game USA. Jolly is joined by a group of talented young infielders that includes freshman shortstops Jordan Greene and Logan Davidson, as well as third baseman Weston Wilson.

Outfielders:
The outfield is headlined by senior center fielder Tyler Slaton, who was a first-team All-ACC selection last season. Slaton is joined by fellow seniors Steve Wilkerson and Chase Pinder, as well as junior Left fielder Reed Rohlman.

The Pitching Staff

The Pitching Staff
The staff has a lot of potential this season

The Tigers have six starting pitchers on the roster, five of which are right-handed. The projected Opening Day starter is junior right-hander Richard Mounce. Mounce has good control of his pitches and uses a 89 mph fastball a slider, and a changeup. He is expected to be the ace of the staff.

The number two starter is another junior right-hander, Clate Schmidt. Schmidt has excellent control and also features a 89 mph fastball along with a slider and changeup. He transferred to Clemson from Coastal Carolina after his freshman year.

Number three in the rotation is junior Chris Williams. Williams earned ACC Pitcher of the Week honors last season after pitching eight shutout innings against Florida State He has a 90 mph fastball and mixes in a curveball and changeup.

Sophomore right-hander Alex Eubanks will be the fourth starter. Eubanks was very good as a freshman last year, posting a 3.42 ERA in 83 innings pitched He has good command of his pitches and uses a 89 mph fastball, slider, and changeup.

The fifth starter spot is still up for grabs between two freshmen left-handers, Jake Higginbotham and302 Brody Koerner. Higginbotham was drafted out of High School by the Texas Rangers in the 37th round but decided to come to Clemson instead. Koerner was ranked as the #9 prospect in South Carolina by perfect game coming out of high school

The Infield

The Clemson Tigers have a formidable lineup this baseball season especially in the infield.

Shortstop Logan Davidson is the team’s top hitter, batting .349 with 10 home runs and 40 RBIs. First baseman Chris Williams is second on the team in home runs (9) and leads the team with 42 RBIs. At third base, Seth Beer is one of the top power hitters in college baseball bashing 12 home runs while driving in 38 runs.

The infield also features two of the best Defensive Players in the country. second baseman Jordan Greene has a .987 Fielding percentage and has made just two errors all season. First baseman Chris Williams has a .993 fielding percentage and has seen limited time on the mound, pitching 3.2 scoreless innings with four strikeouts.

The Outfield

Clemson’s Baseball roster is loaded with talent, especially in the outfield. The Tigers have three players who are sure to make an impact at the next level.

Leading the way is freshman phenom Bryce Harper Harper is a five-tool player who has already drawn comparisons to some of the greats of the game. He has the potential to be a true difference-maker on both Offense and defense

Along with Harper, sophomores Mike Trout and Anthony Rizzo give Clemson one of the most dynamic outfields in all of college baseball Trout is a five-tool player as well, and Rizzo is one of the best pure hitters in the country. Both players have a chance to be first-Round Draft picks in 2011.

The Catchers

The Catchers
Clemson has four catchers on its roster, led by junior Grayson Byrd. Byrd was a key member of Clemson’s 2018 National Championship team, appearing in 49 games and starting 42 behind the plate. He batted .301 with eight homers and 35 RBIs while throwing out 12 would-be base stealers.

The designated hitter and Utility Players

Clemson has a loaded Baseball Roster with plenty of talented Position players However, the two truly unique and Key Players on the team are the designated hitter and utility player.

The designated hitter is a position in the batting order that is reserved for the best hitter on the team. This player does not play in the field, but instead stays in the Batting Order throughout the entire game. The Designated Hitter is typically used in American League games, but can be used in any game where both teams agree to use one.

The utility player is a jack-of-all-trades type player that can play multiple positions on the field. This player typically doesn’t have one specific position that they play, but instead fills in wherever needed. The utility player must be versatile and able to play multiple positions well.

Both of these players are important pieces to Clemson’s Baseball Roster and will be key to their success this season.

The Coaching Staff

The Coaching Staff for the Clemson baseball team is impressive. The Head Coach Monte Lee was named the National Coach of the Year in 2016. He has led the team to four NCAA tournament appearances in his five years at Clemson. Lee was also named the acc coach of the Year in 2015 and 2016. Assistant Coach Andrew Seeley was also named the National assistant coach of the Year in 2016.

The Schedule

Clemson’s Baseball Roster is Impressive
Heading: The Schedule
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Expansion:
The schedule has now been released and it looks like Clemson will have their work cut out for them. They have 27 home games and 33 non-conference opponents. Some of their non-conference opponents include Texas, Vanderbilt, South Carolina and Georgia.

Conclusion

Clemson has a very impressive baseball roster this season. Their starting lineup is full of talented players who are sure to make an impact on the games they play. The bullpen is also very strong, with a number of experienced pitchers who know how to get the job done. Overall, Clemson has a team that is capable of making a deep run in the postseason.