Press Release: New Mexico’s Freshman Baseball Stars Shine
In the realm of high school sports, ESPN’s Dick Vitale often praises standout freshman talent, dubbing them "Diaper Dandies." The latest example comes from New Mexico, where several freshman baseball players are making significant impacts.
Leading the pack is Elkins, who tops the state with 33 RBIs from 40 hits in 22 games, boasting an impressive .588 batting average. Following closely, Jimenez is batting .431 with 28 RBIs through 26 games, while Beasley is making waves with six home runs, the most among freshmen, and a .500 batting average.
Not only do these young athletes excel at the plate, but they also shine in the circle. Yuzos leads freshman pitchers with 48 strikeouts over 38 2/3 innings and holds a .342 batting average, while Woodie has racked up 47 strikeouts and is batting .377.
Other notable talents include Carruth, Maez, Gonzalez, and Kean, who have all showcased significant achievements this season. Fans can vote for their favorite freshman until May 15 at 8 PM (PT) at the bottom of the article. Stay tuned to High School on SI for the latest updates in high school sports, and download the SBLive Sports app for real-time notifications.
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