Shelton to Florida

ahudson · Jun 22, 2023

Bear1974 said: ↑

I love the Bama negative tweets back at him for lack of loyalty and being paid off. You lost your head coach to gambling issues, you do not retain your interim coach, and you hired a new coach. And you think because of this some of those kids are not going to decide not to go into the portal to find something else. Maybe he wants stability the rest of his playing career and wants to play closer to home and then maybe wants to get to Omaha. No shock in something like this happening and as said let us see what happens next in the portal.
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Bama is one to be accusing people of paying players off !!! Really funny

shane4three · Jun 22, 2023

Matherly87 said: ↑

I'm sure for Sully to get him a position or two for the Gators has been discussed or else he would not have announced. That said if he doesn't improve his defense he could end up in the outfield or he could end up our DH with Heyman playing catcher. Outfield makes sense if Shelnut has a spot back at 3rd. Shelton would get the nod over Fabian at SS cause of his hitting but Fabian is hitting better than last year and might win the spot from his defense. My guess jdgator would probably agree on Fabian at SS as well. So will Halter come back? I don't expect him back. Does Shelnut come back? I think he does but if we win it all who knows. Where does Shelton fit in? I think he starts the early season at 3rd, but plays 1st when Jac pitches. Once errors climb he sees time in the OF and also is in the DH spot on occasion.
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If Shelton gets beat out somewhere, rest assured he will be in the line up for sure somewhere. DH, LF, wherever.

jdgator · Jun 22, 2023

gator1977 said: ↑

Great get Sully! If he is a McConnell type-- all hit but limited D put him in LF replacing Wyatt. He seems to have good speed so OF might suit him best.
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We will have a new OF (transfer) that will take Wyatt's spot.

This kid will be just fine in the infield.

Gatorrick22 · Jun 22, 2023

Matherly87 said: ↑

I'm sure for Sully to get him a position or two for the Gators has been discussed or else he would not have announced. That said if he doesn't improve his defense he could end up in the outfield or he could end up our DH with Heyman playing catcher. Outfield makes sense if Shelnut has a spot back at 3rd. Shelton would get the nod over Fabian at SS cause of his hitting but Fabian is hitting better than last year and might win the spot from his defense. My guess jdgator would probably agree on Fabian at SS as well. So will Halter come back? I don't expect him back. Does Shelnut come back? I think he does but if we win it all who knows. Where does Shelton fit in? I think he starts the early season at 3rd, but plays 1st when Jac pitches. Once errors climb he sees time in the OF and also is in the DH spot on occasion.
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He was Bama's best offensive weapon this past year, and he hit 25 home runs as a true freshman... Sully will find place for him.

ocalaman · Jun 22, 2023

jdgator said: ↑

We will have a new OF (transfer) that will take Wyatt's spot.

This kid will be just fine in the infield.
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Take his spot, but not fill his shoes. Not many could do that.

eastowest · Jun 22, 2023

Matherly87 · Jun 22, 2023

Gatorrick22 said: ↑

He was Bama's best offensive weapon this past year, and he hit 25 home runs as a true freshman... Sully will find place for him.
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Most certainly

ocalaman · Jun 22, 2023

Matherly87 said: ↑

Most certainly
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gtr2x · Jun 22, 2023

Bear1974 said: ↑

I love the Bama negative tweets back at him for lack of loyalty and being paid off. You lost your head coach to gambling issues, you do not retain your interim coach, and you hired a new coach. And you think because of this some of those kids are not going to decide not to go into the portal to find something else. Maybe he wants stability the rest of his playing career and wants to play closer to home and then maybe wants to get to Omaha. No shock in something like this happening and as said let us see what happens next in the portal.
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All makes sense, especially winning championships and getting to Omaha. Neither happening at Bama.

wingtee · Jun 22, 2023

74nole said: ↑

Now just hold your horses—y’all know you’re gonna have to clear this with @shane4three, right?
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Shane said it was gonna happen a month ago

wingtee · Jun 22, 2023

GatorPlanet said: ↑

Doesn't fit with our plans for next season, then. Word out on the street is that Sully is working on a revolutionary new approach to the game. All bunts, all the time.
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Signed off by Shane4 three

ocalaman · Jun 22, 2023

wingtee said: ↑

Signed off by Shane4 three
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You're provokin' the man, man!!

bigigator15 · Jun 23, 2023

jdgator said: ↑

We will have a new OF (transfer) that will take Wyatt's spot.

This kid will be just fine in the infield.
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heard anything about a 2nd pitcher?

Matthanuf06 · Jun 23, 2023

25 HR and 1100 OPS as a freshman in the SEC is insane. He is 100% a full time regular due to the bat.

jdgator · Jun 23, 2023

bigigator15 said: ↑

heard anything about a 2nd pitcher?
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Could see one more. Some of the kids now jumping into the portal are surprises.

Matherly87 · Jun 23, 2023

Matthanuf06 said: ↑

25 HR and 1100 OPS as a freshman in the SEC is insane. He is 100% a full time regular due to the bat.
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Most certainly, have to hope his defense improves over the fall. He will definitely be in the lineup but where will be interesting to watch, especially with Amick here as well.

wingtee · Jun 23, 2023

I kinda want the Petry kid from South Carolina. One more Right Handed pitcher then I’ll shut up!! I know Optimistic emoji

Bryan85 · Jun 23, 2023

Is everyone aware of the UCLA pitcher, Kelly Austin transferring to Florida?

Florida lands talented transfer pitcher from UCLA

tommyvee · Jun 23, 2023

jctngator13 said: ↑

I’m a big fan but not always the best when it comes to the scouting side of things. Would Colby have the range and ability to play short if Shelton was at 3rd? I know Shelton at SS and Colby at 3rd is more likely but I’m just curious
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I get your question, but this is confusing as heck since Shelton’s first name is also Colby.

bigigator15 · Jun 23, 2023

Bryan85 said: ↑

Is everyone aware of the UCLA pitcher, Kelly Austin transferring to Florida?

Florida lands talented transfer pitcher from UCLA
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yes, and of Pearl Harbor

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