Feb. 1, 2010

CollegeBaseballInsider.com asked college coaches around the country to preview the 2010 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 Patriot League (six out of six coaches participated).

The team to beat is: Army

The top three starting pitchers are: Matt Fouch, Army (pictured right); Ben Koenigsfeld, Army; Bobby Holmes, Holy Cross

The top closer is: Kevin McKague, Army

The one pitcher you don’t want to face is: Matt Fouch, Army

The most underrated pitcher is: Trey Frahler, Bucknell

The best defensive catcher is: B.J. LaRosa, Bucknell

The best catcher arm is: B.J. LaRosa, Bucknell

The best defensive infielder is: Clint Moore, Army*

The best defensive outfielder is: Rob Froio, Lafayette

The three best pure hitters are: Matt Perry, Holy Cross* (pictured left); Clint Moore, Army; Andy Russell, Lehigh

The three biggest power threats are: Joey Henshaw, Army*; Andrew Brouse, Bucknell; Matt Hall, Lafayette

The hitter you least want to face is: Clint Moore, Army

The most underrated hitter is: Andy Russell, Lehigh

The best base-runner is: Rob Froio, Lafayette

Your favorite road stadium to visit is: Terwilliger Brothers Field at Max Bishop Stadium, Navy

The best game coach is: Gene Depew, Bucknell; and Paul Kostacopoulos, Navy

The assistant coach most ready for a head-coaching job is: Scott Friedholm, Navy; and Scott Heather, Bucknell

*unanimous selection

(photos courtesy of Army and Holy Cross Media Relations Offices)