We made it to Florida on Wed. morning . Right before the trip, we watched a video in the Lounge. Dan Greco interviewed all the players and added some clips and commentary. Great way to start off our journey to F-L-A.
Right now, we are four games in heading into an off day. Some late nights and early mornings made it difficult to get in some updates. An off day tomorrow means Greenwell’s for putt putt, video games and go carts this evening.
A summary of the games so far:
We dropped a pair of games to Wheaton. They hit 40+ home runs last year, and we opened with them. A stiff wind was blowing straight out, and they connected for four long balls. They had about eight games under their belt and were really hitting their stride offensively.
We looked rusty that game – offensively and some situational defenses and communication. Not too many good at bats, and we did not adjust to much. Their pitchers pretty much threw the ball over the plate and we didn’t do a lot with them – we did not make their pitchers adjust, leading to only two runs on the day. The only positive was a lot of guys played, especially some freshmen and new players, and hopefully they settle in.
Freshman Ben Senior took home the Hammer. Ben missed much of the fall with a twisted ankle, but threw well. He improved a lot since then. Looks like he’s got a bright future.
Day two was a different story. We started a pair of freshmen on the mound. Steve Ramsdell cruised through the first five with about 45 pitches. No runs, no walks. He tired a little in the 88 degree heat, and gave up a few in the sixth. Kyle Grey slammed the door. He may be our next Andy Dlugosz – throw everyday in relief. He fields his position well, throws strikes and knows how to play.
Zach Jordon started Game 2. He went three strong and we pulled him. We want him ready later in the week with our conference games coming up, so it was a short outing. He threw a lot of strikes.
Zach Hugg relieved for the second game in a row. He picked up (vultured) the win. No earned runs, but gave up three. He allowed two infield hits, and two balls blooped in front of our centerfielder. He also was on the short end of a tough call at first. He pitched with a lead and went after the hitters.
Grey came in and picked up his second save. Did a good job reaching back for the mustard. He relished the opportunity, if you know what I mean.
Offensively, Conner Lorenzo got on base in all eight plate appearances. Four hits, two walks and two reached on errors. Former leadoff hitter Jordan Basile had a knack for getting on base on errors. It’s no coincidence. Conner plays hard and is fast. So was Prime Time.
Dillon Lowe took home the Hammer. He had four hits on the day, and made a diving tag on an attempted steal of third, and picked a runner off second after getting the relay from right fielder Ian Gallagher. Solid all-around game.
Dan Greco also had a solid day. A couple of rangy catches, productive at bats and some really heads up plays on the bases. He reminds me a lot of our former second baseman. Word is, there is one more Greco boy coming down the pipeline in a few years.
Freshman Ryan Carmody is making a mark early. He’s played in all four games and is good to have at the bottom of the order.
I’d like to give a shout-out to a couple of second basemen – Josh Greco and Tommy Dee. It’s fun to watch little brother Dan play – heads up and never takes a play off. Great leadership, too, just like Josh. Tommy is coming up for a few games on Sunday. Maybe he can attend his fifth Senior Dinner. Arguably the most popular Blue Devil ever.
Right now, we are four games in heading into an off day. Some late nights and early mornings made it difficult to get in some updates. An off day tomorrow means Greenwell’s for putt putt, video games and go carts this evening.
A summary of the games so far:
We dropped a pair of games to Wheaton. They hit 40+ home runs last year, and we opened with them. A stiff wind was blowing straight out, and they connected for four long balls. They had about eight games under their belt and were really hitting their stride offensively.
We looked rusty that game – offensively and some situational defenses and communication. Not too many good at bats, and we did not adjust to much. Their pitchers pretty much threw the ball over the plate and we didn’t do a lot with them – we did not make their pitchers adjust, leading to only two runs on the day. The only positive was a lot of guys played, especially some freshmen and new players, and hopefully they settle in.
Freshman Ben Senior took home the Hammer. Ben missed much of the fall with a twisted ankle, but threw well. He improved a lot since then. Looks like he’s got a bright future.
Day two was a different story. We started a pair of freshmen on the mound. Steve Ramsdell cruised through the first five with about 45 pitches. No runs, no walks. He tired a little in the 88 degree heat, and gave up a few in the sixth. Kyle Grey slammed the door. He may be our next Andy Dlugosz – throw everyday in relief. He fields his position well, throws strikes and knows how to play.
Zach Jordon started Game 2. He went three strong and we pulled him. We want him ready later in the week with our conference games coming up, so it was a short outing. He threw a lot of strikes.
Zach Hugg relieved for the second game in a row. He picked up (vultured) the win. No earned runs, but gave up three. He allowed two infield hits, and two balls blooped in front of our centerfielder. He also was on the short end of a tough call at first. He pitched with a lead and went after the hitters.
Grey came in and picked up his second save. Did a good job reaching back for the mustard. He relished the opportunity, if you know what I mean.
Offensively, Conner Lorenzo got on base in all eight plate appearances. Four hits, two walks and two reached on errors. Former leadoff hitter Jordan Basile had a knack for getting on base on errors. It’s no coincidence. Conner plays hard and is fast. So was Prime Time.
Dillon Lowe took home the Hammer. He had four hits on the day, and made a diving tag on an attempted steal of third, and picked a runner off second after getting the relay from right fielder Ian Gallagher. Solid all-around game.
Dan Greco also had a solid day. A couple of rangy catches, productive at bats and some really heads up plays on the bases. He reminds me a lot of our former second baseman. Word is, there is one more Greco boy coming down the pipeline in a few years.
Freshman Ryan Carmody is making a mark early. He’s played in all four games and is good to have at the bottom of the order.
I’d like to give a shout-out to a couple of second basemen – Josh Greco and Tommy Dee. It’s fun to watch little brother Dan play – heads up and never takes a play off. Great leadership, too, just like Josh. Tommy is coming up for a few games on Sunday. Maybe he can attend his fifth Senior Dinner. Arguably the most popular Blue Devil ever.
Josh Gascon and Kyle Koslowski check in after a round of golf as John Bennett watches.
The annual go-cart rides at Greenwell's.
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