Rice Baseball: Six Owls selected in 2019 MLB Draft

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Headlined by pitcher Matt Canterino, a Day 1 selection by the Minnesota Twins, six Rice baseball players heard their names called in the 2019 MLB Draft. Round 2 (54) – Twins – Matt Canterino The most unsurprising Rice selection, Canterino was off the board early. His Rice career ends after a superb junior season where he … Read more

MLB Draft: Matt Canterino selected by Minnesota Twins in Second Round

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Pitcher Matt Canterino is the first Rice baseball player selected in the 2019 MLB Draft, chosen by the Minnesota Twins in the second round. Canterino entered the 2019 season with high expectations. After spending time with Team USA over the winter, the prospective early round pick put together an impressive spring campaign. Billed as the ace … Read more

Rice Baseball 2019 Season Review: Starting Pitching shines

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The starting pitching was the crown jewel of the 2019 Rice baseball team, giving the Owls a chance every time they took the diamond. Coach Matt Bragga’s first season at South Main was filled with highs and lows. Now that the last pitch has been thrown, it’s time to take a closer look at 2019 … Read more