If you plan on coming out to Florida Ballpark on Friday to watch the Gators’ first official team practice of the spring, make sure to bring a roster with you. You’re going to need it.
Of the Gators’ 36 players, 16 of them are freshmen that composed Perfect Game’s No. 1-ranked recruiting class.
Deric Fabian is the favorite to be the opening-day third baseman, and a group of four freshmen outfielders will be in the mix to earn playing time at the two corner positions.
However, the area where their youth will most show up is on the mound.