#24 |
FLORIDA
gators
(34-24, 17-13)
final 2008 ranking: NR |
 
Despite a couple of sub-Gator standard seasons and a
pessimistic forecast leading into 2008, Florida impressed
their first season under Head Coach Kevin O'Sullivan
and finished tied for second in the SEC East Division.
Josh Adams (.330, 8, 51) and Team USA member Matt den
Dekker (.337, 2, 44) lead an experienced offense that
could erupt for runs and make life easy for the Gator
hurlers. Patrick Keating (8-1, 4.16) is the most established
arm, leading a number of pitchers who won’t necessarily
knock the bat out of hitters’ hands, but will
limit runners from crossing the plate with smart and
accurate throws. The Gators tangle with Louisville and
Miami the first two weekends of the season which could
set the pace for the rest of the year.
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