Whats roster number currently at? Are there a few guys expected to jump in the portal last minute? Seems a few guys folks expected havent jumped in. If no one else jumps in how many spots are left?
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wbkook said:
So so far looking like they are going to be going small ball next year? Guess its still early in the process so we shall see.
We are still looking at some power guys.
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wbkook said:
Whats roster number currently at? Are there a few guys expected to jump in the portal last minute? Seems a few guys folks expected havent jumped in. If no one else jumps in how many spots are left?
depends on the draft. 3 spots if all the potential draft guys go. 1 or 2 or none if the draft can break our way.
We could possibly see another player or two hit the portal before it closes in two days.
It just feels like baseball is starting to go the way of football for us. Having to shop on the "discount rack" and can't really afford the more coveted guys. I hate to see it in baseball but it feels that way. Like the market is getting more expensive each year and we are falling behind more as it does.
We really need an alum who loves the baseball program and is willing to foot the bill.
We really need an alum who loves the baseball program and is willing to foot the bill.
DeCarlo to WF
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Roster is 34 for the 27 season for all college baseball teams
JCooke93 said:
Roster is 34 for the 27 season for all college baseball teams
Yep. Was more wondering where State was sitting currently with roster number. If 34 is the ceiling and counting transfers, seniors and guys leaving for the draft how many spots are potentially available and how many are basically left with the transfers and incoming freshmen who are still committed? Also not counting guys who could potentially leave in the next couple of days.
BoRob just followed Connor Chicoli from the USC gamecocks. Connor spent a year at Ga Tech also.
Connor is from Garner, I believe and also attended the Pro5 Academy.
https://gamecocksonline.com/sports/baseball/roster/player/connor-chicoli/
https://www.baseball-reference.com/register/player.fcgi?id=chicol000con
I believe he was teammates with C. Serrano, Novy and Kaden Morris at Pro5.
Connor is from Garner, I believe and also attended the Pro5 Academy.
https://gamecocksonline.com/sports/baseball/roster/player/connor-chicoli/
https://www.baseball-reference.com/register/player.fcgi?id=chicol000con
I believe he was teammates with C. Serrano, Novy and Kaden Morris at Pro5.
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KDHpack said:
And Alm is a 6.39 guy. We definitely need a masher at 1st and perhaps that's Novy but this guy, Rhett, Warren we will be a terror on the base paths. All that to say no guarantees this guy starts but young, talented and coached 1year by one of the best.
State is going all in with Novy.
3B lol
JCooke93 said:
3B lol
Novy over Serrano at 3rd?
James Henderson said:KDHpack said:
And Alm is a 6.39 guy. We definitely need a masher at 1st and perhaps that's Novy but this guy, Rhett, Warren we will be a terror on the base paths. All that to say no guarantees this guy starts but young, talented and coached 1year by one of the best.
State is going all in with Novy.
Genuinely asking this as I don't know: why? Did he flash at any point in the last 2 seasons? Seems kind of odd to go all in on a guy who got limited pt his first 2 seasons here
He played 3B last night vs usa
James Henderson said:KDHpack said:
And Alm is a 6.39 guy. We definitely need a masher at 1st and perhaps that's Novy but this guy, Rhett, Warren we will be a terror on the base paths. All that to say no guarantees this guy starts but young, talented and coached 1year by one of the best.
State is going all in with Novy.
What exactly does that mean?
ClePack said:James Henderson said:KDHpack said:
And Alm is a 6.39 guy. We definitely need a masher at 1st and perhaps that's Novy but this guy, Rhett, Warren we will be a terror on the base paths. All that to say no guarantees this guy starts but young, talented and coached 1year by one of the best.
State is going all in with Novy.
Genuinely asking this as I don't know: why? Did he flash at any point in the last 2 seasons? Seems kind of odd to go all in on a guy who got limited pt his first 2 seasons here
He has a good eye at the plate, for a 2 year total his K rate is like 20% which is fine for a power hitter (more walks than Ks). He has insane power. He is hitting the ball well this summer. IF (big if) it clicks for him, he is a 15+ HR guy next year. The key is going to be hitting good pitching consistently, and hopefully he can do that.
FWIW I am not saying we should be all in with Novy, just giving a little context as to why it could make sense. No one has seen Novy take more cuts than Hart, it could be his first "big" decision when it comes to personnel
He reminds me of Judd Utermark from Ole Miss. Utermark (from Charlotte actually) is a big 6'5 245 that hit .135 and .230 his first 2 years at ole miss with a high K rate in minimal ABs. Last 2 years he hit .294 and .309 with 22 homeruns both years. Obviously, that would be absolute best case scenario for Novy, but it's possible
Hunter high to Jaxsonville State and the Wright State Catcher to Kent State
Fine with Novy, should be a true three outcome player. Give him constant AB's, live with the strike outs and hope he hits 15-20 home runs.
And Northeastern Saturday Pitcher To Ole Miss
Appreciate this response! Makes sense
CLTWolf said:JCooke93 said:
Just picked up a Texas Longhorns Outfielder
Maddox MonsourPortal News
— Zachary Symm (@ZachAtTheDisch) June 28, 2026
Texas OF Maddox Monsour (@madhacksmonsour) has announced his commitment to NC State
Athletic freshman OF joins the Wolfpack after starting 14 games and appearing in 36 for the Horns in 2026. @64Analytics
https://www.perfectgame.org/players/playerprofile.aspx?ID=625595
https://www.perfectgame.org/players/playerprofile.aspx?ID=625595Intriguing freshman athlete to watch this spring for @TexasBaseball Maddox Monsour (‘27, Elig) can play the leather almost anywhere in the field and is a terror on the base paths @madhacksmonsour pic.twitter.com/wBBfnvsdNM
— PG College Baseball (@PGCollegeBall) September 30, 2025
From Georgia and he looks to be fast as sht. PG says he ran a 6.44 60 at some point.
can play all 3 OF positions.
Him, Rhett and Alm might be the fastest OF we've ever had if it holds.
I think it will also need 1 more Outfielder add
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ClePack said:James Henderson said:KDHpack said:
And Alm is a 6.39 guy. We definitely need a masher at 1st and perhaps that's Novy but this guy, Rhett, Warren we will be a terror on the base paths. All that to say no guarantees this guy starts but young, talented and coached 1year by one of the best.
State is going all in with Novy.
Genuinely asking this as I don't know: why? Did he flash at any point in the last 2 seasons? Seems kind of odd to go all in on a guy who got limited pt his first 2 seasons here
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ICW Wolf said:James Henderson said:KDHpack said:
And Alm is a 6.39 guy. We definitely need a masher at 1st and perhaps that's Novy but this guy, Rhett, Warren we will be a terror on the base paths. All that to say no guarantees this guy starts but young, talented and coached 1year by one of the best.
State is going all in with Novy.
What exactly does that mean?
They are going to commit to giving him a starting role.
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pack2010 said:ClePack said:James Henderson said:KDHpack said:
And Alm is a 6.39 guy. We definitely need a masher at 1st and perhaps that's Novy but this guy, Rhett, Warren we will be a terror on the base paths. All that to say no guarantees this guy starts but young, talented and coached 1year by one of the best.
State is going all in with Novy.
Genuinely asking this as I don't know: why? Did he flash at any point in the last 2 seasons? Seems kind of odd to go all in on a guy who got limited pt his first 2 seasons here
He has a good eye at the plate, for a 2 year total his K rate is like 20% which is fine for a power hitter (more walks than Ks). He has insane power. He is hitting the ball well this summer. IF (big if) it clicks for him, he is a 15+ HR guy next year. The key is going to be hitting good pitching consistently, and hopefully he can do that.
FWIW I am not saying we should be all in with Novy, just giving a little context as to why it could make sense. No one has seen Novy take more cuts than Hart, it could be his first "big" decision when it comes to personnel
He reminds me of Judd Utermark from Ole Miss. Utermark (from Charlotte actually) is a big 6'5 245 that hit .135 and .230 his first 2 years at ole miss with a high K rate in minimal ABs. Last 2 years he hit .294 and .309 with 22 homeruns both years. Obviously, that would be absolute best case scenario for Novy, but it's possible
Yep.
State sees major potential with him and in year 3 they believe giving him a full-time role and the leash that comes with that will allow him to break out this upcoming season.
Just let him play, game after game after game. No yo-yo.
James Henderson said:ICW Wolf said:James Henderson said:KDHpack said:
And Alm is a 6.39 guy. We definitely need a masher at 1st and perhaps that's Novy but this guy, Rhett, Warren we will be a terror on the base paths. All that to say no guarantees this guy starts but young, talented and coached 1year by one of the best.
State is going all in with Novy.
What exactly does that mean?
They are going to commit to giving him a starting role.
Pretty easy decision given the price for power bats in the transfer market and the relatively limited budget it seems we are working with. Why not roll the dice on a guy who has shown to have power.
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James Henderson said:pack2010 said:ClePack said:James Henderson said:KDHpack said:
And Alm is a 6.39 guy. We definitely need a masher at 1st and perhaps that's Novy but this guy, Rhett, Warren we will be a terror on the base paths. All that to say no guarantees this guy starts but young, talented and coached 1year by one of the best.
State is going all in with Novy.
Genuinely asking this as I don't know: why? Did he flash at any point in the last 2 seasons? Seems kind of odd to go all in on a guy who got limited pt his first 2 seasons here
He has a good eye at the plate, for a 2 year total his K rate is like 20% which is fine for a power hitter (more walks than Ks). He has insane power. He is hitting the ball well this summer. IF (big if) it clicks for him, he is a 15+ HR guy next year. The key is going to be hitting good pitching consistently, and hopefully he can do that.
FWIW I am not saying we should be all in with Novy, just giving a little context as to why it could make sense. No one has seen Novy take more cuts than Hart, it could be his first "big" decision when it comes to personnel
He reminds me of Judd Utermark from Ole Miss. Utermark (from Charlotte actually) is a big 6'5 245 that hit .135 and .230 his first 2 years at ole miss with a high K rate in minimal ABs. Last 2 years he hit .294 and .309 with 22 homeruns both years. Obviously, that would be absolute best case scenario for Novy, but it's possible
Yep.
State sees major potential with him and in year 3 they believe giving him a full-time role and the leash that comes with that will allow him to break out this upcoming season.
Just let him play, game after game after game. No yo-yo.
30 ACC PA's as a true freshman. Hit .350/.552/.550 drawing 9 walks to only 2 strikeouts.
I said it somewhere early on in the season after Bargo's injury that I wish they would just stick to him at DH and ride it out. The K's were up this season, but he saw a ton of pitches anytime he was up, just wouldn't pull the trigger with consistency and I think that is a product of a short leash.
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