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    PRESEASON ALL-AMERICA TEAM

    Feb 04, 2020 4 minutes
    by CARLOS COLLAZO

    PATRICK BAILEY, C

    NORTH CAROLINA STATE

    The top-ranked catcher in the 2020 class, Bailey entered college as an advanced defender with offensive concerns. He proved those concerns were unwarranted by leading all Atlantic Coast Conference freshmen in hitting (.321) before batting .325/.444/.598 as a sophomore. He brings power from both sides of the plate. Bailey also has strong plate discipline.

    AUSTIN MARTIN, 3B

    VANDERBILT

    Martin led the nation in runs (87) as a sophomore at the top of a potent Vanderbilt offense and has one of the best hit tools in the country. His excellent bat speed and athleticism allows him to confidently play third, shortstop and center field. Martin

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