BB: LEC: Little East Conference

KSCfan · April 16, 2009, 12:06:33 PM

keenonkeene has returned!!!!! I feel like im watching wwf monday night raw and a big wrestler has returned to the roar of the crowd. Welcome back!!! Some good points on posts. We are about half-way through the season, anyone want to put a where they will finish for the rest of the year out there. Here is what i think
1. USM- Only one conference lost, def in the drivers seat to win regular season and host
2 ECSU- I think will split with Keene this weekend and should win the rest of conference games to finish with 4 loses in conference
3/4KSC- This weekend will go a long way in determining what the owls get for seeding. 4 games against eastern and umb, umb very hot right, and eastern is well eastern. If Keene takes 3 out of the 4 then they will be in good shape for the 3 or 2. If they split 2-2 then i see the 4 seed for them. 1-3 or 0-4 we are talking about 6 or 7 seed
4/3UMB- Same holds true for UMB
5. Western- Only 4 in conference games played right now which means some mid-week guys having to go on the make up days. SHould lead to some western in conference loses
6. Dartmouth- Starting to come back to earth a bit after the begining of the season
7. RIC- Still struggling but still dont want to play in rd 1 of the tournament
8. Plymouth- Oh the panthers( head shaking)

USM is red hot and are on a different level than UMB right now. I was feeling that UMB has been playing really well of late and seem to be on a bit of a roll. I think it was more of a praise for UMB good play lately than a dig against USM

mainefan · April 16, 2009, 12:07:42 PM

And by the way why is USM thugs? I believe that it was the pitcher from Keene that throw at a USM player. The only reason why .... he was getting shelled. If you're going to step on the mound, then be man enough to deal with the results.

hockeyfan77 · April 16, 2009, 12:22:45 PM

Quote from: keenONkeene on April 16, 2009, 10:41:26 AM
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Been a while since Ive commented as I felt like I was being attacked last time I logged on but can't bite my tongue anymore.
My baseball intellect does not allow me to sit by and watch ECU fans dominate this board....

And I wonder why you felt like that?

ECSUalum · April 16, 2009, 12:26:23 PM

Quote from: keenONkeene on April 16, 2009, 11:42:56 AM
Thanks ECSU alum, I appreciate your words. I do also respect ECSU, what they have accomplished in the past and how they play the game--with class--too bad we cant say that about all the teams in the LEC. I have always felt if Keene is not representing our conference I want it to be ECSU--what a great battle last year in the LEC's.
Can't wait for the playoffs.........predictions coming soon.....would love to put a friendly wager of dinner on the outcome.....Brewpub at the regionals, loser buys?
Anyone game?

KonK,

Thanks, ECSU is in a funk right now,just some real messy play and hitting is dormant, but as we all know, if Keene or Eastern gets hot during the LEC Tourny anything can happen, just stay in the winners bracket and either team could surprise.

Looks like Keene recruited some excellent young players this year which will build to a powerhouse in the future

Jcon8958 · April 16, 2009, 12:43:04 PM

Alright I got a couple things to add here to break up this little POWERHOUSE TEAM POWOW.

KeeneonKeene... welcome back to the boards BUT......(dont take this as an attack) THERE IS NO WAY that Keene has the best offense in the LEC and to say that is absurd. Dont get me wrong they have a very strong offense but its not as good as USM and I dont know if I would put it ahead of UMB right now they have scored 10 plus runs in 7 straight games. (But they will settle that on the field tommorow and Sunday)

Anyway..... UMB is one of the hottest teams in the league right now I cant believe that all of you are finally starting to respect this team. I told you ealier in the year they can hit the COVER of the ball. Pitching is coming around a little bit led by Andriano. They got 4 HUGEEEEEE LEC games this weekend Versus Keene and WSCU I c themTAKING ALL THOSE GAMES (YOU HEARD IT HEAR FIRST)

keenONkeene · April 16, 2009, 12:46:41 PM

In regards to the USM/Keene game. I was there and spoke to numerous players after the game..........much trash talking on USM's part. I am not going to name names but there needed to be messages sent and there was. This dates back to cheap play and unsportsmanlike conduct--stealing signs, bunting and stealing when the games out of hand.........like the old adage says, "you mess with the bull and you will get the horns."
I know Keene would prefer to play the game and not worry about those type of things, but you need to defend the sanctity of the game...Im sure USM would have done the same if the tables were turned.

ECSUalum · April 16, 2009, 12:46:49 PM

Quote from: mainefan on April 16, 2009, 12:07:42 PM
And by the way why is USM thugs? I believe that it was the pitcher from Keene that throw at a USM player. The only reason why .... he was getting shelled. If you're going to step on the mound, then be man enough to deal with the results.

Mainefan,

No doubt USM is the team to beat in the LEC, and if the pitching stays solid , I actually think they should be near or in the #1or 2 spot, nationally, very soon. Therrian is a true ACE on the team. And, we all know they are nasty on the offensive side!!!

Why Salisbury St is #2 boggles my mind,

, they play weak competition so therefore the good record. Somebody in the selection committee must like them.

I would have objectively put USM in thier position. But, as we all know, just keep winning and it will come. However it did not do ECSU any good

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I am Sure Coach Flaherty just wants to win the Bronze and gold and be #1 at the end of May, thats what matters. Early ranking are only good for the ego I guess

Good Luck to the Huskies and we will all duke it out at the LEC tournament.

keenONkeene · April 16, 2009, 12:53:39 PM

Best offense and the most dynamic offensive player in the league, Bobby Doyon--power, speed and average. Then lets throw the best leadoff hitter in the league in Perk and oh...by the way, Chevy. USM is a swing and miss team......good pitching shuts them down...Keene is pesky with power and speed, on base percentage type of ball club (Billy Bean would love these guys). Boston/USM split for 2/3 spot with ECSU a close 4th. People always talk about RIC as an offensive team, I've never seen it......look good on paper but every time we play them they look very average.....my 2 cents

For argument sake........best player in conference offense, pitcher?

ECSUalum · April 16, 2009, 01:07:25 PM

Quote from: Jcon8958 on April 16, 2009, 12:43:04 PM
Alright I got a couple things to add here to break up this little POWERHOUSE TEAM POWOW.

KeeneonKeene... welcome back to the boards BUT......(dont take this as an attack) THERE IS NO WAY that Keene has the best offense in the LEC and to say that is absurd. Dont get me wrong they have a very strong offense but its not as good as USM and I dont know if I would put it ahead of UMB right now they have scored 10 plus runs in 7 straight games. (But they will settle that on the field tommorow and Sunday)

Anyway..... UMB is one of the hottest teams in the league right now I cant believe that all of you are finally starting to respect this team. I told you ealier in the year they can hit the COVER of the ball. Pitching is coming around a little bit led by Andriano. They got 4 HUGEEEEEE LEC games this weekend Versus Keene and WSCU I c themTAKING ALL THOSE GAMES (YOU HEARD IT HEAR FIRST)

2009 NCAA Division III Baseball
Little East Overall Statistics (as of Apr 16, 2009)
(All games Sorted by Batting avg)

Team AVG G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI TB SLG% BB HBP SO GDP OB% SF SH SB-ATT PO A E FLD%

Keene State College. .367 23 840 236 308 72 16 18 226 466 .555 113 26 140 14 .452 11 9 34-45 561 247 49 .943
Southern Maine...... .345 25 907 281 313 60 15 30 256 493 .544 132 32 152 13 .442 9 6 56-68 633 256 30 .967
Eastern Connecticut. .339 27 1001 245 339 69 14 31 225 529 .528 128 23 141 17 .422 9 7 54-74 702 281 58 .944
UMass Boston........ .330 25 869 200 287 59 10 10 180 396 .456 96 34 145 15 .413 11 11 62-80 591 254 54 .940
Rhode Island College .314 27 927 207 291 52 12 19 180 424 .457 114 21 180 20 .397 10 8 52-67 687 312 35 .966
Western Connecticut. .305 23 722 181 220 60 9 12 160 334 .463 96 35 111 8 .404 16 10 25-35 528 220 48 .940
Plymouth State...... .270 22 675 126 182 40 5 5 104 247 .366 94 18 149 20 .370 7 4 24-31 494 204 47 . 937
UMass Dartmouth..... .268 21 667 96 179 38 3 4 84 235 .352 57 23 121 9 .344 5 3 33-46 498 235 41 .947

STATISTICS DO NOT LIE

Jcon8958 · April 16, 2009, 01:15:31 PM

Those stats are INFLATED by there early season wins.. Not to mention the 17-0 DRUBBING of PSU... i dont no maybe its just me But i wouldnt take there offense over USM or UMB.

Best Hitter- Anthony Dlfonso USM (no doubt in my mind)

Best pitcher- Shawn Gilblair ECSU (also not much of an arguement)

Best rookie- Mark Mcormack UMB (Yes Callhan is very good to but he would be 1B)

Stump · April 16, 2009, 01:48:51 PM

Keene's stats inflated by Plywood State? How about USM? Keene batted .385, USM .476 ECSU .476 against Plymouth. UMB hasn't had their shot at the Panthers yet.

ECSUalum · April 16, 2009, 01:57:08 PM

Soooo, We eliminate early season stats???

Come on Jconn, Your letting a few mid season UMB wins go to your head.

If UMB wins the LEC Tourney, then you can start bragging.

Give us a frigging break!!!!!

Jcon8958 · April 16, 2009, 03:13:18 PM

HAHAHAHAHAHA Listen to wat im saying ECSUalum RIGHT NOW you are going to tell me you would not take an offense that has scored 10 PLUS runs in 7 straight games.

YOU GIVE ME A BREAK GUY!!!!!

You are just hard headed you dont know how to give credit were credit is due thats ok though let the teams on the field do the talking.

ECSUalum · April 16, 2009, 03:23:28 PM

Quote from: Jcon8958 on April 16, 2009, 03:13:18 PM
HAHAHAHAHAHA Listen to wat im saying ECSUalum RIGHT NOW you are going to tell me you would not take an offense that has scored 10 PLUS runs in 7 straight games.

YOU GIVE ME A BREAK GUY!!!!!

You are just hard headed you dont know how to give credit were credit is due thats ok though let the teams on the field do the talking.

Yeah "let the teams do the talking," but all I read is how wonderful UMB is from you!!!

As stated before , WIN THE LEC Tournement, then talk how good UMB is.

We hear this every year, then UMB folds, and you go silent

ecfaninri · April 16, 2009, 04:06:10 PM

I thought that Eastern was off to a good start on Monday with a dh sweep of RIC and should not have have a problem with Bridgewater St. Tomorrow they face UMD - where it will be interesting to see who will pitch. With KSC on Saturday and Trinity on Tuesday, Wesleyan on Wednesday, they really have to depend on others beside Gilblair and Musson, not to mention the hitting.

Keeneonkeene - welcome back..... Eastern fans don't dominate the boards.... we are just as "keen" for our team as Keene fans are for the Owls. I hope the rain holds off for this Saturday.