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STANFORD

fter its first CWS appearance since 2008, Stanford will field a team capable of making a return trip. Third-year sophomore center fielder Brock Jones will be the centerpiece of a lineup that has some pieces to replace, most notably top hitter Christian Robinson, first baseman Nick Brueser and utility player Tim Tawa. Sophomore third baseman Drew Bowser is a rising star who is ready to serve as Jones’ primary protection in the order. Other help will come from third-year sophomore shortstop Adam Crampton, who is a solid defender at the position, third-year sophomore

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