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Message: [QUOTE="huskymedic, post: 5173573, member: 549"] [HEADING=1][SIZE=4][MEDIA=twitter]1881404266721800689[/MEDIA][/SIZE][/HEADING] [HEADING=1][SIZE=4]-> [/SIZE][B][SIZE=4]CONNECTICUT[/SIZE][/B][/HEADING] The Huskies might have something to prove from an offensive standpoint this spring, but conventional wisdom suggests Jim Penders’ club will be just fine as the season progresses. The biggest reason we’re bullish on the Huskies is their overall depth, and the high-upside potential with Josh MacDonald’s pitching staff. Senior Gabe Van Emon will spearhead the weekend rotation, and is a low-90s fastball guy who had a solid summer at the Cape Cod League. Senior right-handed pitcher Ian Cooke is another experienced piece in the rotation, while fourth-year junior Tommy Ellison is expected to have a monster season. Ellison had an ERA just over six in just 19.1 innings of work last season, but he’s a massive upside guy with a fastball up to 96 mph and a sharp slider. UConn will make some serious noise this spring if the offense steps up. <- [/QUOTE]