Who does everyone here think is gonna win it all this year?
And if there is any perticular reason like, if you know someone on the team, or something like that let us know!
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I've seen ASU, Fullerton, Texas, USC, Baylor and Oregon State all this year in person.
Of those, I thought Oregon State was the best team.
I would rank them in this order (those that I've seen):
1. Oregon State
2. Fullerton
3. Texas
4. USC
5. Baylor
6. ASU
Of those, I thought Oregon State was the best team.
I would rank them in this order (those that I've seen):
1. Oregon State
2. Fullerton
3. Texas
4. USC
5. Baylor
6. ASU
If Romero and Sarver are on their game CSUF will be tough to beat. But I am a little biased. GO TITANS!
Every year the CWS is a crapshoot
01--who is hot who is not
02--who got drafted or didnt in the spots they expected
03 The weather--one rainout can skew everything
04 the coaching
01--who is hot who is not
02--who got drafted or didnt in the spots they expected
03 The weather--one rainout can skew everything
04 the coaching
Personally I like Ga Tech this year. They have quality pitching and can flat out rake 1-9. It would not surprise me if Texas CSF or ASU took it though. I just think this is the year for the Yellow Jackets.
CLEMSON 'cause I know someone on the team 
Other than that I go with Tech and Florida (also know players on the team).
Other than that I go with Tech and Florida (also know players on the team).
You are all going to be (un)pleasantly surprised when you see Oregon State play. They're a treat!
Even though I am routing for the west coast schools, i.e. Fullerton, USC, Oregon State. I gotta believe that Tulane is the class of the field. They started Number 1 and are still Number 1 for a reason! Watch out for the Green Wave.
Go Huskers!
I'll be rooting for underdog USC, despite being raised as a Bruin fan, since a kid who played in our LL and for our HS is playing for them.
quote:Originally posted by Coach May:
Personally I like Ga Tech this year. They have quality pitching and can flat out rake 1-9. It would not surprise me if Texas CSF or ASU took it though. I just think this is the year for the Yellow Jackets.
Well, they will have to win 2 in a row. Tennessee over Ga Tech 3-2 in game one.
Got to go with my Alma Mater:
Arizona State
Arizona State
Chamberlin pitched one hellava game for Nebraska w/13 K's in beating Miami (Carrillo) 3-1.
Hind sight is 20-20 twoseamer aint it. I just got home from the Durham Bulls game and caught the score. It will be tough for them to win two in a row but if they can win the first one Saturday they will only have to win one in a row after that. Im sitting here watching CSF trail ASU 2-1 in the bottom of the 7th. I really think it is wide open this year. I guess that kid from Tenn pitched a heck of a game today. It was 1-1 when I left in the 5th.
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I'm sticking with the Huskers.
Depending of course on today’s game, it could almost be a Big 12 tourney with 3 of 8 teams in. But then again, Baylor and Texas could both get beat today and Nebraska could be the lone Big 12 representative.
Either way, with all 3 teams still in the hunt it certainly validates the competitiveness of the Big 12 this year. With that in mind, Nebraska won the Big 12 tourney and was also co-champs of the regular season proving they are a legitimate contender.
In addition, they appear to be playing their best ball of the year the past few weeks. I don’t think anyone will question their pitching and they have several hitters who are streaking at the right time. Alex Gordon automatically gives them a chance to score every few innings against anyone.
Just a few weeks ago they played Creighton at Rosenblatt in front of over 20,000 fans so the setting should not over whelm them.
I’ve also got good news to report for true college baseball fans going to Omaha. A few years back when Nebraska made it to Omaha, the place was packed with Nebraska football fans posing as baseball fans. In fact it was down right embarrassing to hear some of them pretend they know baseball. Since then, I am pleased to report that with Nebraska baseball averaging over 7,000 fans a game, many of these football fans have been converted to “Real” baseball fans.
Seriously it’s going to be a great tourney and Nebraska has as reasonable shot as any but one thing I do know is that, college baseball will come out the winner this year again.
I plan on being there for a few games this year. You can look for me there. I’ll be the one wearing red.
Depending of course on today’s game, it could almost be a Big 12 tourney with 3 of 8 teams in. But then again, Baylor and Texas could both get beat today and Nebraska could be the lone Big 12 representative.
Either way, with all 3 teams still in the hunt it certainly validates the competitiveness of the Big 12 this year. With that in mind, Nebraska won the Big 12 tourney and was also co-champs of the regular season proving they are a legitimate contender.
In addition, they appear to be playing their best ball of the year the past few weeks. I don’t think anyone will question their pitching and they have several hitters who are streaking at the right time. Alex Gordon automatically gives them a chance to score every few innings against anyone.
Just a few weeks ago they played Creighton at Rosenblatt in front of over 20,000 fans so the setting should not over whelm them.
I’ve also got good news to report for true college baseball fans going to Omaha. A few years back when Nebraska made it to Omaha, the place was packed with Nebraska football fans posing as baseball fans. In fact it was down right embarrassing to hear some of them pretend they know baseball. Since then, I am pleased to report that with Nebraska baseball averaging over 7,000 fans a game, many of these football fans have been converted to “Real” baseball fans.
Seriously it’s going to be a great tourney and Nebraska has as reasonable shot as any but one thing I do know is that, college baseball will come out the winner this year again.
I plan on being there for a few games this year. You can look for me there. I’ll be the one wearing red.
I'm going to root for the Gators, but I think Tulane might win even though the odds are against them.
I watched alot of the Gators and Green Wave last weekend(s). The Gators have gotten very timely hitting but will need to stay hot to do well. Tulane is just plain very strong hitting, pitching and defending.
Micah Owings could be the best college player this year.
Micah Owings could be the best college player this year.
Not for nothing but I like the underdog Oregon State
I like their grit and dirty uniform aspect
I like their grit and dirty uniform aspect
Oregon State also has caught my eye as well.
There is something about them and the way they play the game that is intriguing.
All the teams are very good at this point, but my favorites so far are Oregon State and ASU.
There is something about them and the way they play the game that is intriguing.
All the teams are very good at this point, but my favorites so far are Oregon State and ASU.
My Trojans died.....
Go Huskers.
Like that Joba!!!
Go Huskers.
Like that Joba!!!
Oregon State is really, really good. They have spectacular team speed and they execute very, very well offensively. They are also gritty and grind. Stanford had them down 9-2 earlier this year in one game and lost and had them down 7-4 I believe in another and lost. The one concern I have is the depth of the pitching staff. Tulane will see a team that plays with intensity and is not afraid of anyone.
I would have to say Huskers, being from Lincoln of course. Joba Chamberlin was at my brothers baseball game last night. He attended Northeast High School in Lincoln and they played Lincoln Southwest(Legion Ball) my brothers team. Huskers have the best pitching staff right now and they will many years to come. Of course we lose Alex Gordon.
Have to also go with the Huskers as they looked solid when they beat my sons team in the regionals.
My arizona state is still in it. Brett Brodes's dad works for the same company my dad works for and they talk regularly. i am impressed by bordes especially with his size at only 5'10.
Florida in a sweep. 2 hottest pitchers in the county in Boss & Horne, best power in the country in LaPorta, best defensive catcher in the country in Jeroloman, one of the fastest players in davis and 2 of the top relievers in O'day and Falkenbach. Easily took care of NC & FSU. And were only losing 1 starter this year so well be back.
I'm picking Nebraska to beat Tulane in the finals.
Saw alot of ASU and Oregon State this year, don't see either pulling it off.
And congrats to my Trojans-a better year than I thought they'd have. Fight on!
Saw alot of ASU and Oregon State this year, don't see either pulling it off.
And congrats to my Trojans-a better year than I thought they'd have. Fight on!
Florida and Tennessee in the final best of 3...
Florida wins the national title. First of more to come for Coach Pat McMahon.
Another SEC team dazzles 'em.
Florida wins the national title. First of more to come for Coach Pat McMahon.
Another SEC team dazzles 'em.
So many people complained about the playing field, I think there is a good representation in the series.
I go with Florida, not a sweep, but they will win the National Championship.
I go with Florida, not a sweep, but they will win the National Championship.
TPM: I was rooting for a certain Clemson player to move on....I'm sorry that the my good vibes didn't work good enough.
CWS: I am pulling for Oregon St, the Cinderella team in the NC(SEC)AA's
CWS: I am pulling for Oregon St, the Cinderella team in the NC(SEC)AA's
Go Beavers!
Bullwinkle,
I thought since you had to wear the orange and purple this year for a week that you would be pulling for them
Our vibes didn't work either!
Anyone we know from here playing this weekend?
I thought since you had to wear the orange and purple this year for a week that you would be pulling for them
Our vibes didn't work either!
Anyone we know from here playing this weekend?
Now, how can ya not like the Beav! 
Hey Bullwinkle .... ahhhhhhh, don't you still owe me a week of wearing the CalPoly green & gold for that last series of the season?
They cheated us out of going to the playoffs, so I'll have to settle of a little avatar revenge! 
Hey Bullwinkle .... ahhhhhhh, don't you still owe me a week of wearing the CalPoly green & gold for that last series of the season?
They cheated us out of going to the playoffs, so I'll have to settle of a little avatar revenge!
A couple Florida backers make them seem unbeatable. How did they lose 20 games this year?
Maybe not unbeatable but this is floridas year. Id like to see how usc or oregon st. would do in the sec. They would have lost over 20.
Sorry, I've been away.
Miss Bullwinkle and I have been working on her field hockey scholarship..We are using the same priciples for we learned here for her sport...But the East Coast is where is teams are .... we have been traveling...We are leaving for UMass on Sat, we will also check out Boston U and Harvard and so on.
July 1st is a big day for my daughter as well, so she's nervous and excited at the same time.
But Bullwinkle is not welsh out on a bet, so I will give you two weeks with your colors.
Miss Bullwinkle and I have been working on her field hockey scholarship..We are using the same priciples for we learned here for her sport...But the East Coast is where is teams are .... we have been traveling...We are leaving for UMass on Sat, we will also check out Boston U and Harvard and so on.
July 1st is a big day for my daughter as well, so she's nervous and excited at the same time.
But Bullwinkle is not welsh out on a bet, so I will give you two weeks with your colors.
quote:Originally posted by Tiger Paw Mom:
Anyone we know from here playing this weekend?
Yes, Bullwinkle Jr has been placed on a plane and will be playing this weekend....and for the next 2 months in the Hawaiian Collegiate Baseball League (HCL)
A 19 year old single guy alone in Hawaii for the Summer playing baseball.
Wow, what a tough summer assignment for Bullwinkle Jr. 
Wish I was going with him.
Will be pulling for Oregon State, as the Coach and his pitching coach are good friends of mine. Pat Casey is a coach that every parent would want their son to play for. The best part is that about 95% of their team grew up within 100 miles of Corvallis.
Wish I was going with him.Will be pulling for Oregon State, as the Coach and his pitching coach are good friends of mine. Pat Casey is a coach that every parent would want their son to play for. The best part is that about 95% of their team grew up within 100 miles of Corvallis.
The Mustang colors look pretty good on you Bullwinkle! Hey, I knew you had to be busy 'cause Mooses never forget! Here's wishing you much success with the field hockey recruiting! 
Hey, I knew you had to be busy 'cause Mooses never forget! Here's wishing you much success with the field hockey recruiting! quote:Originally posted by BeenthereIL:
Florida and Tennessee in the final best of 3...
Florida wins the national title. First of more to come for Coach Pat McMahon.
Another SEC team dazzles 'em.
I wish that were the case, but that can't happen. Florida and Tennessee are in the same bracket.
I agree about the SEC. 9 teams qualified for the NCAAs and all 9 played in their respective regional finals.
Give Texas credit for coming back from the dead twice, vs. Arkansas and Ole Miss.
Folks have underestimated Tennessee all year. They beat Florida 2 out of 3 during the season; finished 2nd in the SEC by a 1/2 game; won 5 straight in the regionals and super regionals (including a sweep of #2 national seed Georgia Tech).
Nebraska is going to be tough. Not only are they good, but they have a tremendous home field advantage.