The Florida State Seminoles baseball team needs to replace both of its middle infielders from a year ago. On Friday, you read about a strong candidate to fill one vacancy. Now it’s time to meet Mike Salvatore — a JUCO transfer that could secure the shortstop job.
Mike Salvatore (INF)
Graduating from Ewing (NJ) High School as the fourth best shortstop in the state, Salvatore received a phone call from the Cincinnati Reds during the 19th round of the 2015 MLB Draft. Rather than sign his pro contract, he decided to enroll in Junior College, at Northwest Florida State College.