JJ Schwarz hit three home runs Friday. All came in batting practice at TD Ameritrade Park, so they counted for nothing, but they were significant news for the injured Florida senior as the No. 1 Gators (47-19) prepared for their opening College World Series game Sunday against Texas Tech (44-18).
Asked if he’ll play, Schwarz, second on the team in batting average (.325), and third in home runs (12) and runs batted-in (46), gave a “We’ll see,” but all signs are positive after Friday’s practice session.
Schwarz, the first team captain coach Kevin O’Sullivan has named in his 11 seasons, took 28 swings Friday.