Feb. 12, 2008

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CollegeBaseballInsider.com asked college coaches around the country to preview the 2008 college baseball season by sharing their insights on the teams and players to watch in their conferences. CBI compiled their answers to provide a sneak peek for the season ahead. click here for CBI Conference Previews

Today, we take a look at the ACC (eight out of 12 coaches participated).

The team to beat is: Miami

The three top starting pitchers are: Jacob Thompson (Virginia)*, Eric Erickson (Miami), Alex White (North Carolina)

The top closer is: Eryk McConnell (NC State) (pictured right)

The one pitcher you don’t want to face is: Jacob Thompson (Virginia)*

The most underrated pitcher is: Ryan Hinson (Clemson)

The best defensive catcher is: Buster Posey (Florida State)

The best three pure hitters are: Dustin Ackley (North Carolina)* (pictured right), Yonder Alonso (Miami), Allan Dykstra (Wake Forest)

The biggest three power threats are: Yonder Alonso (Miami)*, Allan Dykstra (Wake Forest), Dennis Raben (Miami)

The hitter you least want to face is: Dustin Ackley (North Carolina)

The most underrated hitter is: Blake Tekotte (Miami)

Your favorite road stadium to visit is: Florida State

*unanimous selection

Preseason coaches' poll