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Donaldson Selected By Orioles In MLB Draft
Junior shortstop Auburn Donaldson was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in day three of the 2010 Major League Baseball draft. Donaldson was taken in the 35th round and becomes the third Southeastern player in four years to be drafted. He led the Sun Conference with 43 stolen bases, a stat which was also good for fifth in the country. His 63 runs scored also led the conference, and he hit .339 on the year with 11 doubles and 22 RBIs. Donaldson was told by Orioles' representatives to report to Sarasota, Fla., on Sunday. He should know more, then, where he will be playing summer baseball. However, the Orioles have a rookie ball team that plays in Florida's Gulf Coast League, making it a possible destination for him. To read more click here. 2010 Fire Baseball Media Guide
Glance at player bios, find schedules, opponents, former players, or just learn more about the Fire baseball program. Media guides are available for just $10.00 and can be purchased at a game or by phone. To purchase a media guide call 863-667-5213. This year's media guide was designed by Chrissy Moskovits.
Gordon graces cover of Baseball America
Gordon, who is only 22 years old, was named the Midwest League's "Prospect of the Year" while also sharing the league's Most Valuable Player honor with teammate Kyle Russell. The article on Gordon can be found in the December 14-January 10 issue. Gordon is expected to be the starting shortstop this season for the Chattanooga Lookouts, the Dodgers' AA affiliate.
At Southeastern, Gordon was named the 2007 NCCAA II National All-Tournament's Most Valuable Player. In his only collegiate year, he batted .378 with 45 stolen bases, 61 runs, 71 hits, nine doubles, four triples, and 44 RBIs in just 59 games. Gordon batted .301 with 96 runs, 17 doubles, 12 triples, and 73 stolen bases last season with the Great Lakes Loons. |
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