Keith Law mock on The Athletic

Pick #23
Toronto Blue Jays: Chase Delauter, OF, James Madison

Delauter’s season ended early with a broken foot, depriving him of a chance to cancel out teams’ bad looks at him against Florida State’s two left-handed prospects. He’ll do well in data-driven models because of his strong Cape numbers, while scouts tend to rate him lower due to pitch recognition and his swing mechanics. He’d be a value pick for the Jays here as someone with top-ten buzz coming into the spring, similar to what they did last year with Gunnar Hoglund.

Scouting report: “He has a great track record of production, but opens his front side early and cheats to try to get to velocity, a formula that may not work so well in pro ball, especially not for a corner bat.”

Dukes [26-24 (11-9)] open up their final series at home against UNCW [29-21 (13-8)]. Very likely we'll have another signature Ike finish.

At this point I'll just be watching the SBC tournament and rooting for our future conference mates in the NCAAT, while hoping we make a regime change.

Dukes lose it 10 innings 7 to 4. No way JMU can extend Ike's contract, if they do, then they don't give a rats ass about the baseball program.

If I am a recruit and I listen to this interview, no way I am coming to JMU.

https://soundcloud.com/espn-harrisonburg...al_sharing

(05-19-2022 08:27 PM)VerizonSportsFan Wrote:  Dukes lose it 10 innings 7 to 4. No way JMU can extend Ike's contract, if they do, then they don't give a rats ass about the baseball program.

If I am a recruit and I listen to this interview, no way I am coming to JMU.

https://soundcloud.com/espn-harrisonburg...al_sharing

Sounds defeated like Mickey did when doing postgame interviews before getting fired.

It's time for the admin to make a change.

James Madison 15, UNCW 6

JMU is now guaranteed a winning overall record and a winning CAA record. The Dukes have posted the most league wins since 2016. JMU now 27-25 overall (12-10 CAA).

Final game of the season is at 1 p.m. tomorrow

Still need to go a new route with a new HC.

(05-20-2022 08:39 PM)VerizonSportsFan Wrote:  James Madison 15, UNCW 6

JMU is now guaranteed a winning overall record and a winning CAA record. The Dukes have posted the most league wins since 2016. JMU now 27-25 overall (12-10 CAA).

Final game of the season is at 1 p.m. tomorrow

Still need to go a new route with a new HC.

That says everything right there. If 12 wins is a 7-year high in the CAA we are going to get slaughtered in the Sun Belt.

JMU could be a hard train to stop at the mid-major level when one of its programs gets going. However, that’s the million dollar question for JMU and just about any athletic department, who will be the coach that gets the train going? I think we can cross one possibility off that list now.

Lost today. Finished the season 27-26.

Now the wait begins.

how long until a choice is made? Monday? Friday? June?

The PR should be out Monday 5/23 COB

Too bad DeLauter got hurt. IMO - Only intriguing thing going this season for the causal fan

Reifsnider transfers to UVA for his last year. Can't blame him for wanting to play for a contender.

I think the big thing for Reifsnider could be grad programs too as a R-Sr. Connor Hartigan did the same thing last year pursuing a grad program at Tech. Sara Jubas did the same thing in softball at UNC.

(05-23-2022 03:13 PM)MarginalDuke Wrote:  I think the big thing for Reifsnider could be grad programs too as a R-Sr. Connor Hartigan did the same thing last year pursuing a grad program at Tech. Sara Jubas did the same thing in softball at UNC.

I heard Reifsnider would be gone mid-season...and....it has absolutely nothing to do with the grad programs offered at UVA.

PS.....this is how you leave a program if you choose to do so. This is how Wells did it, this is how Jubas did it. This is just the 'right' way to do it.

(05-23-2022 03:23 PM)ShadyP Wrote:  

(05-23-2022 03:13 PM)MarginalDuke Wrote:  I think the big thing for Reifsnider could be grad programs too as a R-Sr. Connor Hartigan did the same thing last year pursuing a grad program at Tech. Sara Jubas did the same thing in softball at UNC.

I heard Reifsnider would be gone mid-season...and....it has absolutely nothing to do with the grad programs offered at UVA.

PS.....this is how you leave a program if you choose to do so. This is how Wells did it, this is how Jubas did it. This is just the 'right' way to do it.

Quick story on him
https://www.dnronline.com/sports/college...ff0fe.html

Some more draft mocks:

Bleacher Report
18. Cincinnati Reds: OF Chase DeLauter, James Madison
DeLauter sent his draft stock soaring last summer when he posted a .986 OPS with nine home runs and 21 walks in 146 plate appearances in the Cape Cod League. He hit .437/.576/.828 with eight home runs and 10 steals in 24 games this spring before suffering a broken foot, but with a strong 6'4", 235-pound frame and 60-grade power, his offensive upside will be enough to keep him in the top-20 conversation.

College baseball info
17) Philadelphia Phillies—Chase DeLauter, OF, James Madison: As recently as February, DeLauter’s name was bandied about as a 1-01 candidate, but a poor opening weekend against Florida State’s triumvirate of tough lefties followed by questions about DeLauter’s swing mechanics clouded the big center fielder’s draft status. And if that wasn’t enough, he’s currently on the shelf with a broken foot. Still, his .437/.576/.828 slash line is Atari-like, and he offers a breath-taking blend of skills. Philadelphia has drafted high school right-handers Mick Abel and Andrew Painter in 2020 and 2021, respectively, and should the club follow this strategy again in July, Brock Porter, Owen Murphy, and Jacob Miller are all strong possibilities.

19. Athletics: Chase DeLauter, OF, James Madison University (No. 12)
When a broken left foot ended DeLauter’s season early, it deprived scouts who had some questions about his hit tool from getting another look at him. But he’s done nothing but hit — with power and walks — wherever he’s been.

13. Los Angeles Angels: Chase DeLauter, OF, James Madison
A year after the Los Angeles Angels only drafted pitchers, their first pick in our MLB mock draft is a college bat. Chase Delauter broke his foot in April and it robbed him of a shot to move further up draft boards. While he still has some college eligibility left, getting picked 13th should easily get him to leave James Madison for a contract with the Angels.

17. Philadelphia Phillies – OF Chase DeLauter, James Madison
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 235 lbs. | B-T: L-L | Age: 20 | Class: Redshirt Sophomore
Scouting Report: DeLauter was thrown into the first-round discussion after a breakout summer in the Cape Cod League. Before that, the redshirt sophomore put up a huge season at James Madison, producing a 1.231 OPS in 26 games. DeLauter had an unreal start to this season, hitting .437 with eight homers, but broke his foot in early April. Best said this could be one of the best picks in the draft if all goes as planned. DeLauter has shown his pure hitting ability against high-end talent, silencing the concerns over James Madison’s competition. He is a good runner and should end up at a corner spot due to his arm strength and build.
Pick Explanation: If DeLauter lives up to the hype, this could be one of the biggest steals of the draft. Other than the selections of prep arms Mick Abel and Andrew Painter, the Phillies are known to go after college bats. More recently, Bryson Stott, Adam Haseley, and Alec Bohm were selected by Philadelphia in the first round. DeLauter could end up being the best of the bunch among this group of college outfielders.

I was listening to Ike on with Dave Riggert and the tone of the conversation sounds like he is back for another year. However, nothing concrete.

A few instances of this was talking about finishing up the recruiting class, looking at guys in the portal during the summer. That doesn't sound like a coach on their way out. That would be like Rowe right before getting fired, deciding how Byington would use his scholarships.

He was excited about the SBC move, as well the chance to coach against ODU, who's HC recruited and coached him in college. Either he is putting on one heck of a facade for someone on the hot seat or he is definitely back. I unfortunately think it is the latter.

(05-24-2022 12:53 PM)MarginalDuke Wrote:  I was listening to Ike on with Dave Riggert and the tone of the conversation sounds like he is back for another year. However, nothing concrete.

A few instances of this was talking about finishing up the recruiting class, looking at guys in the portal during the summer. That doesn't sound like a coach on their way out. That would be like Rowe right before getting fired, deciding how Byington would use his scholarships.

He was excited about the SBC move, as well the chance to coach against ODU, who's HC recruited and coached him in college. Either he is putting on one heck of a facade for someone on the hot seat or he is definitely back. I unfortunately think it is the latter.

If true... unfortunately I am not surprised. He did just enough to get by, which is apparently enough for JMU baseball.
Get ready for more of the same if Ike is kept. And if that's acceptable, then I don't want any part of JMU baseball. Sick of it.

(05-24-2022 01:19 PM)JMad03 Wrote:  

(05-24-2022 12:53 PM)MarginalDuke Wrote:  I was listening to Ike on with Dave Riggert and the tone of the conversation sounds like he is back for another year. However, nothing concrete.

A few instances of this was talking about finishing up the recruiting class, looking at guys in the portal during the summer. That doesn't sound like a coach on their way out. That would be like Rowe right before getting fired, deciding how Byington would use his scholarships.

He was excited about the SBC move, as well the chance to coach against ODU, who's HC recruited and coached him in college. Either he is putting on one heck of a facade for someone on the hot seat or he is definitely back. I unfortunately think it is the latter.

If true... unfortunately I am not surprised. He did just enough to get by, which is apparently enough for JMU baseball.
Get ready for more of the same if Ike is kept. And if that's acceptable, then I don't want any part of JMU baseball. Sick of it.

Absolutely correct.

(05-24-2022 12:53 PM)MarginalDuke Wrote:  I was listening to Ike on with Dave Riggert and the tone of the conversation sounds like he is back for another year. However, nothing concrete.

A few instances of this was talking about finishing up the recruiting class, looking at guys in the portal during the summer. That doesn't sound like a coach on their way out. That would be like Rowe right before getting fired, deciding how Byington would use his scholarships.

He was excited about the SBC move, as well the chance to coach against ODU, who's HC recruited and coached him in college. Either he is putting on one heck of a facade for someone on the hot seat or he is definitely back. I unfortunately think it is the latter.

I have not inside information on what will happen, but what do you expect the man to say in the interview? That he is looking forward to getting fired? I would not ready anything into that particular interview in order to decipher what will happen with Ike. I would say if his gone we will hear something within a few weeks. If we don't he is most likely back.

(05-24-2022 02:28 PM)jmu98 Wrote:  

(05-24-2022 12:53 PM)MarginalDuke Wrote:  I was listening to Ike on with Dave Riggert and the tone of the conversation sounds like he is back for another year. However, nothing concrete.

A few instances of this was talking about finishing up the recruiting class, looking at guys in the portal during the summer. That doesn't sound like a coach on their way out. That would be like Rowe right before getting fired, deciding how Byington would use his scholarships.

He was excited about the SBC move, as well the chance to coach against ODU, who's HC recruited and coached him in college. Either he is putting on one heck of a facade for someone on the hot seat or he is definitely back. I unfortunately think it is the latter.

I have not inside information on what will happen, but what do you expect the man to say in the interview? That he is looking forward to getting fired? I would not ready anything into that particular interview in order to decipher what will happen with Ike. I would say if his gone we will hear something within a few weeks. If we don't he is most likely back.

That was my thinking as well that you avoid the scenario of Dave saying, “So Marlin do you think you’ll be fired?” that you play it off as business as usual to avoid awkwardness.

But if it looks like he might be on the chopping block then either that interview shouldn’t have happened before Ike’s interview with Bourne telling him he’s gone or they should’ve avoided talking about the future at all. If it’s the former then it’s like asking a guy if he asked a girl out and he says we’re going to do this for a date before even asking her. Or it is the latter and she rejected him and now he has to lie that the date will happen even though it won’t. I guess that level of incompetence could exist and he is indeed gone. Ike, if he had a feeling he’s fired should’ve told Dave, “don’t mention recruiting or SBC transition”, anything forward looking. The fact that no one headed that off either sounds like sloppy work or he’s back.

Again this is just reading tea leaves which isn’t predictive at all but this scenario seems odd to conduct this interview in this way at this time.

When Lefty was interviewed immediately after his last game (a heart breaking loss in the CAAT final) he talked about what he was going to do next year (yadda, yadda, yadda), all when Lefty knew he did not have a contract for the following season.

As I watched that interview live, and knowing Dr. Carrier as I did, I knew Lefty had screwed the pooch. There was not enough room on campus to accommodate two egos the size of Lefty and Ron, and Ron would exercise his power and fire Lefty by not renewing his contract.

Years later Ron admitted his emotional response was a mistake, and he should not have let Lefty walk. But that was then. This is now, and Ike isn’t Lefty. Alger isn’t Carrier.

So what’s it gonna be JB? Ike isn’t Lefty. Ike is a cipher, and there’s absolutely nothing, nada, zippo, zilch that Ike has done in his 7 years at JMU to merit his continuation as skipper of the JMU baseball program. Do you delay an announcement about a HC change until after the NCAA baseball playoffs are over? That would make sense if you have an eye on a quality coach participating in the playoffs. I wanna believe JB. Pull the trigger. Be the man. Make the change.