TALLAHASSEE — Back in April, FSU coach Mike Martin was asked about the progress of some of his true freshmen. There were infielders Taylor Walls and Dylan Busby, as well as pitcher Cobi Johnson. All had their moments, good and bad, but undoubtedly filled critical roles for the Seminoles.
Taking inventory of his freshmen starters, Martin finally landed on one that caused him to perk up: Drew Carlton.
The soft-spoken righty from Lakeland had to grow up quickly as injuries forced him into a starter's role way ahead of schedule this season. But Carlton, Martin said, was no longer a freshman in his mind.