Three VCU Rams have been recognized in D1Baseball's national player rankings, highlighting standout collegiate performances. Jacob Lee ranked as the No. 28 catcher, Patrick Steitz climbed to No. 74 starting pitcher after a remarkable improvement, and Michael Petite was noted as the No. 92 outfielder. Particularly, Steitz saw a significant rise from 200th in preseason to 74th through six weeks due to his impressive stats. Entering week seven, he holds a 2.00 ERA and 3-0 record, while Lee boasts a .343 batting average and 15 hits in-conference. Petite leads the Rams with seven home runs and has made vital contributions in the outfield.

By the Numbers
  • Patrick Steitz: 2.00 ERA, 3-0 record, 21 strikeouts in 20 innings.
  • Michael Petite: 7 home runs, 31 runs scored, leads Atlantic 10 with 12 hit by pitches.
State of Play
  • VCU baseball has demonstrated strong performances through the first six weeks of the season.
  • The team is preparing for a midweek matchup against Longwood on March 31 at The Diamond.
What's Next

As the season progresses, each player will aim to maintain their performances and help the Rams achieve success in upcoming games. Continued strong pitching from Steitz and offensive contributions from Lee and Petite will be critical in their Atlantic 10 matchups.

Bottom Line

The recognition of these players underscores VCU's solid start to the season, revealing the potential for continued success and impact in the Atlantic 10. Monitoring their performances will be vital for the team's trajectory moving forward.