News Summary
Vanderbilt University baseball team celebrates as two of its players, Miller Green and JD Thompson, are honored on the D1Baseball Preseason All-America Third Team. Both pitchers made significant contributions during the last season, showcasing impressive skills and resilience. With the 2025 season approaching, the Commodores are eager to continue their success. The excitement builds as fans anticipate their team’s upcoming games, including the home opener against Air Force.
Exciting Times for Vanderbilt Baseball: Two Players Make Preseason All-America Team
Nashville is buzzing with enthusiasm as the Vanderbilt University baseball team gears up for the 2025 season. This year, two standout players have made headlines by being named to the prestigious D1Baseball Preseason All-America Third Team. Sophomores Miller Green and JD Thompson have both earned this honor, adding to the excitement surrounding the upcoming baseball season.
Miller Green: Nashville’s Own Star Pitcher
Let’s start with Miller Green, a left-handed pitcher hailing from our very own Nashville. What a freshman season it was for him in 2024! He pitched an impressive 31.1 innings, leading the Commodores with a 3.16 earned run average (ERA) and collecting three saves along the way. Talk about making a splash!
One of the highlights of Green’s inaugural season was during the SEC Tournament on May 22, when he pitched against top-ranked Tennessee and secured a remarkable victory. In that nail-biting match, he allowed no earned runs over four innings, proving he could rise to the occasion when it mattered most.
When it came to conference games, he logged 18.2 innings on the mound, showcasing his skills with 21 strikeouts while only walking five batters. Now that’s what you call control! As Green prepares for his sophomore season, fans are eager to see how he will continue to develop his talents.
JD Thompson: A Breakout Season to Remember
Now let’s shine the spotlight on JD Thompson, who, like Green, is also a left-handed pitcher. This young talent is from Rusk, Texas, and his sophomore year was nothing short of spectacular. During the 2024 season, Thompson earned recognition as an ABCA/Rawlings Southeast All-Region Second Team member and was even named the SEC Co-Pitcher of the Week on May 13.
Thompson’s impressive season included a phenomenal performance against Tennessee, where he pitched a whopping six shutout innings, allowing just two hits while striking out nine batters. Overall, he logged 52.0 innings with a 4.15 ERA and recorded a 5-2 win-loss record. Thompson certainly made his mark by striking out a total of 74 batters, ranking third among his teammates in the 2024 season. His hard work and dedication are shining through, and fans can’t wait to see what he has in store for the upcoming season.
Vanderbilt’s Strong Standing
It’s worth noting that Vanderbilt stands out among its peers this year. The Commodores are one of only seven programs in the nation with multiple players on the D1Baseball Preseason All-America list. That is quite an achievement and speaks volumes about the talent on this team!
Looking ahead, the Vanderbilt baseball team will kick off the 2025 season from February 14-16 at the MLB Desert Invitational in sunny Phoenix. The excitement continues with their home opener slated for February 18 against Air Force at Hawkins Field. It promises to be an exhilarating atmosphere as fans cheer on their team!
As for predictions, Southeastern Conference (SEC) coaches have placed Vanderbilt in 7th place for the upcoming season. However, with players like Green and Thompson bending the rules of pitching, anything is possible. Additionally, three players, including RJ Austin, Miller Green, and JD Thompson, have received Preseason All-SEC Second Team honors. And let’s not forget about RJ Austin, who was also recognized on the Baseball America Preseason All-America Third Team.
As pre-season training ramps up, Vanderbilt fans should get ready for what promises to be an exciting baseball season ahead. With exceptional talent like Green and Thompson leading the way, there’s much to look forward to this spring!
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