They were one of the last teams out. Last season Tony Robichaux's Louisiana-Lafayette team was just a game off the pace in the Sun Belt conference and one game short of 40 wins. Fans could not help but wonder what if? What if the Ragin' Cajuns had one more conference game -- they'd have likely been in a Regional. This year, the pieces are there to erase all doubt heading into the selection day.
Offense
Although the pitching staff gets the publicity, the Ragin Cajuns' offense has some thunder itself. Leading hitter Devery Van De Keere (.368/9/41) is back as is power-hitting catcher Jonathan Lucroy (.333/12/68). Outfielder Jefferies Tatford (.336/4/38) is another veteran stick. Look for new starters centerfielder Josh Logan and shortstop William Long to have an impact as well.
Pitching