2023 College Baseball

[Snapperhead94]

Originally Posted by Dale Moser

He’s been at Texas 6 years…

Everyone else knows you’re slow, but it may be time for you to come to grips with that fact


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Pierce took that team to the CWS last year and after two losses this year, he needs to be fired?

[sandbill]

Solid start to the season for TCU, knocking off top ten teams, Vandy and Arkansas.

[Burntorange Bowhunter]

Originally Posted by Burntorange Bowhunter

Pierce is not the guy.

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Never really been a big fan.

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[Burntorange Bowhunter]

Originally Posted by Snapperhead94

Pierce took that team to the CWS last year and after two losses this year, he needs to be fired?

Pierce failed with the most talented team in the country. Pre season #1.

Championships are the goal in Austin.

His predecessors were the two greatest coaches in history.

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[Michael]

Originally Posted by Dale Moser

Arky fans here rooting for mizzou seemed weird, and they are all hammered!


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The kid that hit the double to plate the walkoff is apparently a former Hog.


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[Burntorange Bowhunter]

They weren't cheering for Missouri they were cheering against Texas. They despise burnt orange.

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[Grant2]

Originally Posted by Burntorange Bowhunter

Pierce is not the guy.

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How is he not the guy? He’s had 3 CWS appearances 2 Big 12 conference in the last 5yrs. Your players have to perform when are people going to understand it’s not just the **** coach. You have to start holding the players accountable as well. You can have the most talented team, but if they have a bad week at the wrong time it’s on them. The **** alumni just needs to calm the **** down and stop giving up on a coach just because they aren’t winning every championship. This is not the old days of Texas they have to compete now.

[eradicator]

Originally Posted by Burntorange Bowhunter

Pierce failed with the most talented team in the country. Pre season #1.

Championships are the goal in Austin.

His predecessors were the two greatest coaches in history.

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Gus was great but maybe not even in top 5.

Garrido
Martin
Bertman
Stephenson

[Dale Moser]

Originally Posted by Snapperhead94

Pierce took that team to the CWS last year and after two losses this year, he needs to be fired?

He’s being paid to win in Omaha, as is the expectation. I won’t complain about a year that ends in Omaha, but last year was pretty rough, and they haven’t played in the final game since ‘09….that ain’t gonna cut it at Texas.

He’s had 6 years…


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[Dale Moser]

Originally Posted by Grant2

How is he not the guy? He’s had 3 CWS appearances 2 Big 12 conference in the last 5yrs. Your players have to perform when are people going to understand it’s not just the **** coach. You have to start holding the players accountable as well. You can have the most talented team, but if they have a bad week at the wrong time it’s on them. The **** alumni just needs to calm the **** down and stop giving up on a coach just because they aren’t winning every championship. This is not the old days of Texas they have to compete now.

Welcome to big time sports…they don’t fire the team, they fire the coach.


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[Burntorange Bowhunter]

Originally Posted by eradicator

Gus was great but maybe not even in top 5.



Garrido

Martin

Bertman

Stephenson

I just saw a list that had him at 6 and Garrido at 2. #1 was the GSU guy with no national championships. Lol. #5 and #4 had two titles like Gus but less wins and a lower win percentage. Never mind the fact that Gus has the second most CWS wins ever.

I'll take Gus.

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[Dale Moser]

Originally Posted by talltexasshoote

Pitch clock was not an issue today in Lubbock. Tech had issues with that at the end of the year last year with certain umpire groups. I like the faster play, but they need to make the batters stay in the box if they are going to enforce it. This adjust Velcro on 12 armor sections, take 6 steps then call time 3-6 times per at bat is stupid.

It seems they have changed something regarding the batters as well, but being in the building, you get no explanation. One of Texas batters had a strike called on him for some unknown reason Friday.


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[Smart]

Originally Posted by eradicator

Gus was great but maybe not even in top 5.

Garrido
Martin
Bertman
Stephenson

You know what the say about opinions..

[eradicator]

Originally Posted by Smart

You know what the say about opinions..

I was just stating its not cut and dried. Its inconsequential anyways

[Chad C]

It’s definitely going to be a long season.


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[Michael]

Apparently batter has to be in the box by 10 seconds on the pitch clock. It’s going to take some getting used to.

tu and UT hitters both got bit by the new rule. Couldn’t have happened to two better programs!


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[Playa]

Originally Posted by Burntorange Bowhunter

. They despise burnt orange.

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I mean who doesn’t 😂

[Burntorange Bowhunter]

Originally Posted by Playa

I mean who doesn’t

Right. When you been getting your *** handed to you for 100 years. Lol.

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[Snapperhead94]

Originally Posted by Burntorange Bowhunter

Right. When you been getting your *** handed to you for 100 years. Lol.

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I don't remember 80 years ago, but I remember last year...

[talltexasshoote]

Originally Posted by Snapperhead94

I don't remember 80 years ago, but I remember last year...

Last year was fun

[Dale Moser]

Originally Posted by talltexasshoote

Last year was fun

How was Omaha?

[Dale Moser]

Originally Posted by Snapperhead94

I don't remember 80 years ago, but I remember last year...

I remember national titles, plural….(that means more than one).


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[Snapperhead94]

Originally Posted by Dale Moser

How was Omaha?

It was great. Sent yall's *** home. How was it?

[Smart]

Originally Posted by Dale Moser

I remember national titles, plural….(that means more than one).


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Originally Posted by Dale Moser

How was Omaha?

[Geraldg6]

What is the Aggie line up?


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[Dale Moser]

Originally Posted by Snapperhead94

It was great. Sent yall's *** home. How was it?

Put it on the side of the stadium?


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[Snapperhead94]

Originally Posted by Dale Moser

Put it on the side of the stadium?


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Built on it and better this year. Meanwhile, another program is unranked and going the other direction. With a lame duck coach.

[Dale Moser]

Originally Posted by Snapperhead94

Built on it and better this year. Meanwhile, another program is unranked and going the other direction. With a lame duck coach.

I see you've only been here a couple years, but we've heard that for the last....well 44 that I know of. Still no titles, still never played for one, still quick to advise those who have. So forgive me if it rings monotonous and hollow. Take it to the football or basketball thread...PLEASE?

[Burntorange Bowhunter]

Originally Posted by Geraldg6

What is the Aggie line up?


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Missing the 6th in 05 which was paired with football.

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[unclefish]

Caught the game at Blue Bell yesterday with my daughter. Jace's two bombs went 421ft and 424ft. Pre-gamed at the Chicken and finished the night at Carneys.



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[Michael]

Originally Posted by unclefish

Caught the game at Blue Bell yesterday with my daughter. Jace's two bombs went 421ft and 424ft. Pre-gamed at the Chicken and finished the night at Carneys.



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I’m surprised that girl has time for you! LOL!

Looks like a great time. We’ll be there Friday.


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[Smart]

Back to ****ty bats and counting on pitching and defense we don’t have …. Was sure nice having an offense last year .

[Heath]

I picked a great weekend for a vacation and pay zero attention to baseball.

It’s going to be a long season in Austin.

[Txhunter3000]

Originally Posted by Burntorange Bowhunter

I just saw a list that had him at 6 and Garrido at 2. #1 was the GSU guy with no national championships. Lol. #5 and #4 had two titles like Gus but less wins and a lower win percentage. Never mind the fact that Gus has the second most CWS wins ever.

I'll take Gus.

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I'll second this. Solid defense, solid pitching, and small ball got him to the CWS a bunch.

[unclefish]

Originally Posted by Michael

I’m surprised that girl has time for you! LOL!

Looks like a great time. We’ll be there Friday.


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Right!!!



Was impressed with Justin Lamkin (Fr. out of Calallen) who came in for middle relief. He was outstanding.

[Pin Oak DXT]

Schloss was a great hire by Bjork. Good to see TCU had someone ready to fill the shoes as well. They had a great weekend.


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[HughJerryHolas]

Originally Posted by Dale Moser

I remember national titles, plural….(that means more than one).

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Surprise, surprise. It took all of one weekend for the Concordia and North Texas folk to step up with their bird chests stuck out about what “we” have done over the years. That arrogance didn’t last one weekend and you are already taking about expectations in Austin. It’s like these guys are actual boosters or contributors to the program, much less alumni. Will be fun to watch the JV squad of sip tshirt posters meltdown yet again this year. It never gets old. Meanwhile, Schloss will be pushing a wheelbarrow with his nuts in it across the state of Texas.

[Snapperhead94]

Originally Posted by HughJerryHolas

Surprise, surprise. It took all of one weekend for the Concordia and North Texas folk to step up with their bird chests stuck out about what “we” have done over the years. That arrogance didn’t last one weekend and you are already taking about expectations in Austin. It’s like these guys are actual boosters or contributors to the program, much less alumni. Will be fun to watch the JV squad of sip tshirt posters meltdown yet again this year. It never gets old. Meanwhile, Schloss will be pushing a wheelbarrow with his nuts in it across the state of Texas.

HoW MaNY yEArS HAvE You BeEN ON tHiS sITE?

[LukeDuke]

Targac had another "no doubter" for the Ags yesterday...He and Laviolette are going to damage some baseballs this season!

[Burntorange Bowhunter]

Originally Posted by Pin Oak DXT

Schloss was a great hire by Bjork. Good to see TCU had someone ready to fill the shoes as well. They had a great weekend.


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Agreed on both.

Good luck this year.

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[Fig]

Missed Friday and Saturday games. My son was taking a tour of tu. (I still can't say it any other way). It is on his list. Came back Saturday night and watched UTRGV beat Houston Christian on Sunday. Love baseball time in Texas! Good start to the season and now have Central Michigan here for 5 games. Going to be a busy week. Here's to 8-0....

[Bullseye07]

Originally Posted by LukeDuke

Targac had another "no doubter" for the Ags yesterday...He and Laviolette are going to damage some baseballs this season!

Just wait until Werner hits his stride. He’s gonna bounce a couple off the rec center this year.


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[Fmjag64]

Originally Posted by talltexasshoote

Last year was fun

Man, what a wild finish that one was.

[talltexasshoote]

Bonus Monday baseball for the Red Raiders.

[Snapperhead94]

Was impressed with Justin Lamkin (Fr. out of Calallen) who came in for middle relief. He was outstanding.[/QUOTE]

My son and Lamkin were classmates, I'm excited to see what he does. Good kid with the right attitude and work ethics. Hope he continues to get some inning. Big, strong lefty that should be able to throw a lot of innings!

[Heath]

For those asking about Pierce and Texas; his relationship has been very hot and cold with the people that matter over the years. He has had some success in his 6 seasons, but there are questions is the talent is carrying the coach or does he deserve more credit than he is receiving in those circles.

It was a huge loss for Texas to lose Sean Allen and Troy Tulowitzki from the coaching staff this past year. Pierce fired Allen (D1 baseball assistant of the year in 2021), held on to Phillip Miller (who people think should be fired), and Tulo quit cause he didn't want to work with Pierce anymore. Pierce hires this year have also been questioned, so while only 3 games into the season you are hearing some chatter.

Texas is replacing a lot of talent, so its probably going to look ugly before it looks better this year. The expectation for Texas is always Omaha and early on it does not appear he has the team or staff to get there, so yes there will be noise until he proves them wrong.

With all that being said, I can't wait to be back at Disch Falk watching baseball this Spring.

[Dale Moser]

Originally Posted by Heath

For those asking about Pierce and Texas; his relationship has been very hot and cold with the people that matter over the years. He has had some success in his 6 seasons, but there are questions is the talent is carrying the coach or does he deserve more credit than he is receiving in those circles.

It was a huge loss for Texas to lose Sean Allen and Troy Tulowitzki from the coaching staff this past year. Pierce fired Allen (D1 baseball assistant of the year in 2021), held on to Phillip Miller (who people think should be fired), and Tulo quit cause he didn't want to work with Pierce anymore. Pierce hires this year have also been questioned, so while only 3 games into the season you are hearing some chatter.

Texas is replacing a lot of talent, so its probably going to look ugly before it looks better this year. The expectation for Texas is always Omaha and early on it does not appear he has the team or staff to get there, so yes there will be noise until he proves them wrong.

With all that being said, I can't wait to be back at Disch Falk watching baseball this Spring.

Bats will come and go, and I'd expect a slow start from a bunch of freshmen. The starting pitching Fri, and Sat were not bad at all for 1st times out on the season. The bullpen was sketchy AF, but I'm willing to wait and see on that to some extent. I didn't go to the game yesterday as I had things to do, and didn't look up stats, but I heard Stehle had 8 un-earned runs.

BY FAR the most glaring problem is the infield, and the stats from the weekend don't tell the story. The official scorer was giving everyone hits, but the infield play was atrocious. There were at least 2 runs from Friday that should have been scored un-earned. There were plays un-made that any NCAA team should make on both Friday and Saturday that turn both into wins.


Pierce will yell and scream, jump up and down, and shuffle the line-up...but it looked fairly obvious to me that he didn't have them ready to play. We all know what a weird game baseball can be...but that was too many bad signs for me to have much confidence moving forward.

[Heath]

Texas went to Omaha in 2021 after an 0-3 start at Globe Life Park. They had 41 strike outs in those 3 games (They had 26 in the 3 games this year - I am going off of stats a buddy told me so not 100% sure but close).

Baseball is a funny game and we could be looking back on these post and laughing as Texas is getting ready to play in Omaha in June 2023; however, there are just to many unknowns and young guys on this team to feel good about the rest of the way.

[talltexasshoote]

Tech plays its first ninth inning of the year. They walk off 9-8. Guns up!

[Rush2Judge]

Originally Posted by Dale Moser

Bats will come and go, and I'd expect a slow start from a bunch of freshmen. The starting pitching Fri, and Sat were not bad at all for 1st times out on the season. The bullpen was sketchy AF, but I'm willing to wait and see on that to some extent. I didn't go to the game yesterday as I had things to do, and didn't look up stats, but I heard Stehle had 8 un-earned runs.

BY FAR the most glaring problem is the infield, and the stats from the weekend don't tell the story. The official scorer was giving everyone hits, but the infield play was atrocious. There were at least 2 runs from Friday that should have been scored un-earned. There were plays un-made that any NCAA team should make on both Friday and Saturday that turn both into wins.


Pierce will yell and scream, jump up and down, and shuffle the line-up...but it looked fairly obvious to me that he didn't have them ready to play. We all know what a weird game baseball can be...but that was too many bad signs for me to have much confidence moving forward.

I was at all three games. Every one of those unearned runs was in the 2nd inning. Pierce put in an all new infield for the 3rd game and the SS and 2B were both freshmen. They each made 2 errors on routine ground balls that inning.

I don't buy the excuse of youth. The lineup in the 1st two games had 3 freshmen, 5 juniors and 1 senior. I would expect better ball contact out of the veterans. The Ark pitcher was outstanding and Texas matched him pitch-for-pitch through five innings. After that, the entire tournament was pretty much an embarrassment. Texas definitely earned their ranking this weekend.