I was at Gampel for the women's basketball games today, so I was not able to listen to this game.
Susi came out of the game fairly early, does anyone know why?
I expect the offense will come and go all season. Today it wasn't there, but the pitching sure was. A definite quality start from Mason Feole, excellent relief work from Jake Wallace and a return to form for PJ Poulin. This pitching stint for Wallace follows his scoreless outing at Coastal Carolina, so this is something to keep an eye on. The coaching staff was talking Wallace up last fall and in the preseason, so maybe he is beginning to turn the corner.
Not surprised after less than stellar defense by the team yesterday that Conor Moriarty found his way back into the lineup at 3B. The twitter feed indicated he made a nice defensive play or two today.
This was another valuable road win over a quality opponent. When you split these road games against a team like St. John's you are definitely on the plus side with the RPI. Of course, the plus becomes bigger if you take the rubber game of the series.
). It was a lazy play, in my opinion. I assume Coach agreed. Susi was replaced shortly after, in a big spot offensively. I agree with @huskymedic quote, Coach Penders is sending Susi a message and Thad Phillips has been pushing to play everyday. Although, there was no mention of Susi during CJ's interview, the fact the Coach mentions Phillips speaks volumes to me. He liked the way he handled Poulin on balls low in the zone (something Susi has been struggling with), he threw out a runner attempting to steal, and his bat has been a plus so far this season. Message sent!!! Susi needs to needs to pick it up defensively. I like it.
