Led by top Cleveland Indians prospect Triston McKenzie, the Hillcats finished the regular season with an impeccable 87-52 record, before defeating the Frederick Keys in a postseason series to win a share of the Mills Cup, otherwise known as the Carolina League Championship.
Now, with McKenzie and other key players headed for greener pastures, the Hillcats will look to find continued success by pairing its remaining champions with new talent in 2018.
As the Hillcats prepare to open their season, let’s take a look at a few of the keys for success for the 2018 campaign.