Get to Know the 2019 Uta Baseball Roster

Get to know your 2019 Uta baseball roster These are the guys that will be representing the University of Texas at Arlington this season.

2019 Uta baseball Roster

The 2019 Uta baseball team is made up of 27 hard-working athletes, all committed to bringing their best game to the field every day. Get to know the team below!

Roster Breakdown

Pitchers: 14
-3 left-handed pitchers
-11 right-handed pitchers

Catchers: 3
Infielders: 6
Outfielders: 4

New Additions to the 2019 Uta Baseball Roster

The Uta Baseball Team has seen some changes to its roster for the 2019 season. Among the new additions are:

Pitchers:
-Jake Walters
-Mason Englert
-Carter Blomberg

Catchers:
-Andrew Pumpkin
-Bennett Jones

Infielders:
-Gavin Owensby
-Dylan Pereschuk
-AJ Jameson

Who’s Who on the 2019 Uta Baseball Roster

The Uta baseball team is looking to make a splash in the 2019 season, and they’ve got the manpower to do it. With a mix of fresh faces and veteran talent, the team is poised to make some noise in the coming year. Here’s a look at some of the Key Players on the roster:

Pitchers
-AJ Minter: A left-handed reliever, Minter is a two-time MLB All-Star who has pitched for the Atlanta Braves and Texas Rangers He’s expected to be a key piece in the Uta bullpen.
-Jose Leclerc: Another reliever, Leclerc is a right-hander who has also pitched for the Rangers. He’s coming off a 2018 season in which he posted a 3.13 ERA and struck out 100 batters in 65.1 innings.
--Mike Minor A left-handed starter, Minor is a former All-Star who has pitched for the Braves, Rangers, and Kansas City Royals He’ll be one of Uta’s top starters in 2019.

Hitters
-Shin-Soo Choo: A left fielder/designated hitter Choo is a 15-year MLB veteran who has played for seven different teams. He’s a career .274 hitter with 188 home runs and 861 RBIs.
-Asdrubal Cabrera: A shortstop/third baseman, Cabrera is a 13-year MLB veteran who has played for eight different teams. He’s a career .273 hitter with 188 home runs and 822 RBIs.

2019 Uta baseball roster Infielders

The 2019 Uta baseball team is made up of some of the most talented young athletes in the country. Here’s a look at the team’s infielders, who are sure to be a force to be reckoned with on the diamond this season.

Devin Hairston – Senior – shortstop
A four-year starter for the Miners, Hairston is a team captain and one of the most experienced members of the squad. He’s a talented all-around player who hits for average and power, and is also a solid defender at shortstop. Hairston was named first-team All-Conference USA last season and is expected to be one of the league’s Top Players again in 2019.

Tyler Mantle – Junior – second base
Mantle transferred to Uta from junior college prior to last season, and he immediately made an impact both offensively and defensively. He’s an excellent contact hitter who doesn’t strike out often, and he also provides good range and sure hands at second base. Mantle was named honorable mention All-Conference USA last year, and he figures to be one of the team’s leaders in 2019.

Hunter Higdon – Sophomore – third base
Higdon broke into the starting lineup as a freshman last year and quickly established himself as one of the Miners’ best hitters. He has a great eye at the plate and an advanced understanding of hitting, which allows him to hit for both average and power. Higdon is also a solid defender at third base, making him a key cog in Uta’s lineup.

2019 Uta Baseball roster Outfielders

With the 2019 baseball season just around the corner, let’s take a look at the Uta outfielders who will be taking the field this year.

We’ll start with Left fielder Brian Anderson. Anderson was acquired by Uta in a trade with the Miami Marlins last offseason and is coming off a strong 2018 campaign in which he hit .273/.357/.400 with 10 home runs and 47 RBI. He’s expected to be one of the team’s top offensive contributors again this year and should see most of his time in left field

In center field, the team will have a bit of a platoon situation going on. All-star Gold Glove winner Jackie Bradley Jr. will start most games against right-handed pitchers, while switch-hitting former top prospect Andrew Benintendi will start against lefties. Bradley is coming off a down year offensively, but is still one of the best defensive fielders in baseball and should Bounce Back with the bat in 2019. Benintendi, meanwhile, is coming off a strong 2018 in which he hit .290/.366/.465 with 20 Home Runs and 87 RBI while playing excellent defense in left field. He projects to be one of the team’s best all-around players this season.

Right field will be manned by Mookie Betts who needs no introduction at this point. Betts is coming off back-to-back seasons in which he was named American League MVP and should once again be one of the best players in baseball this season. He’s expected to lead the team in virtually every offensive category and will also provide excellent defense in right field.

The Uta outfield looks to be one of the best in baseball this season, with several All-Star caliber players manning each position. Be sure to catch them in action this year!

2019 Uta Baseball Roster Catchers

The 2019 Uta Baseball Roster is full of talented and experienced catchers. These athletes have the skills and knowledge to help lead the team to victory on the field. Get to know more about each player below.

Murphy, Michael: A senior from Provo, Utah, Murphy has played in 43 games over his four-year career with the Utes. He has a .273 batting average and has tallied four home runs and 14 RBIs. He is a strong defensive catcher who has good rapport with pitchers.

Landon, Anthony: A junior from Sandy, Utah, Landon has played in 40 games over his three-year career with the Utes. He has a .291 batting average and has tallied two home runs and 18 RBIs. He is an excellent defensive catcher with a good arm.

Smith, Billy: A sophomore from Mesa, Arizona, Smith played in three games as a freshman in 2018. He has yet to record a hit at the collegiate level but is a solid defensive catcher with good potential.

2019 Uta Baseball Roster Pitchers

The 2019 Uta baseball roster is here, and we’re ready to meet the team! This year’s lineup features some impressive young talent, including several new pitchers. Let’s take a closer look at the men who will be toeing the rubber for the Mavericks this season.

RHP Bryce Bramlett, Jr.
Bramlett is a junior transfer from semiconductor fabrication planttransfer from Meridian Community College in Mississippi. He was named first team All-State and led his team to the NJCAA World Series in 2018.

LHP Caleb Baez, Soph.
Baez is a sophomore transfer from Eastfield College in Mesquite, Texas where he was named conference Pitcher of the Year as a freshman. He was also named first team All-Region and led his team to back-to-back conference championships

2019 Uta baseball roster Coaches

Uta Baseball is excited to introduce the 2019 Coaching Staff These accomplished individuals have a wealth of experience at the collegiate and professional levels. They are committed to helping our student-athletes succeed on the field and in the classroom.

Head coach Derek Dodge enters his fourth season at the helm of Uta Baseball. He has led the team to three consecutive conference championships and two NCAA regional appearances. Prior to Uta, Coach Dodge served as an Assistant Coach at Pepperdine University and the University of San Diego He also had a successful career as a professional player, spending time in the minor league systems of the San Francisco Giants Seattle Mariners and Detroit Tigers

Assistant coach Nate Hairston is in his sixth season with Uta Baseball. He assists with hitting instruction and also serves as the team’s recruiting coordinator. Prior to Uta, Coach Hairston was an assistant coach at Liberty University and San Jacinto College He played collegiately at Dallas Baptist University and professionally in the independent leagues.

Assistant coach Brandon Wikiel joins Uta Baseball after spending four seasons as the Head Coach at Midland College. During his time at Midland, he led the team to two conference championships and two NJCAA World Series appearances. Prior to Midland, Coach Wikiel was an assistant coach at San Jacinto College and Dallas Baptist University He played collegiately at Howard College and Texas Tech University

2019 Uta Baseball Roster Schedule

The 2019 Uta baseball roster includes 28 members who will attend practices and play games throughout the course of the season. The team is split up into two groups: pitchers and Position players The pitchers are further divided by their roles on the team, those who start games and those who come in later to relieve. There are 11 starting pitchers, 5 left-handed relief pitcher 4 right-handed Relief pitchers and 8 position players.

The first game of the season is on February 15 against Portland State The home opener is on February 22 against Bradley.

2019 Uta Baseball Roster News

The Uta Baseball Team is excited to announce their 2019 roster. This year’s team is filled with young, talented players who are ready to compete at the highest level Here is a closer look at the 2019 Uta Baseball Roster

Pitchers:
-Clayton Kershaw
-Jake Arrieta
-Zack Greinke
-Chris Sale
-Madison Bumgarner

Catchers:
-Buster Posey
-Gary Sanchez
-Yadier Molina

Infielders:
-Jose Altuve
-Manny Machado
-Francisco Lindor
-Nolan Arenado
-Josh Donaldson