"Agreed, and D2 this year is also implementing the Super Regional format like D1. So teams making it to Cary, NC for the CWS have a more demanding road to get there. Pitching depth will definitely be tested."
I watched an Atlantic region game yesterday, went 18 innings... that will test some pitching depth. 6th reliever for MU threw 8 scoreless innings with 12K, worked out of 3 bases loaded jams to earn the win.
Loser of the game plays at 11:00 today, winner gets a big rest ... game at 3:00
Reducing rosters to 25 players for post season really comes into play ,...... probably one of the worst conversations a coach has to have all year is to tell players they are being left off of the roster.