Lucas: A Natural Order

Posted Jun 14, 2007

At some point before Friday night's College World Series game against Mississippi State, Mike Fox will look at his assistant coaches and make a simple request: "Give me a lineup." Filling out the lineup card is one of the most basic elements of baseball, but it's also one that can spark endless debate. The head coach has the final call on every aspect of the lineup, but he's been known to ask his assistants for any hunches or matchup advantages. (Tar Heel Blue)

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