Transfer News: Augusta (D-II) SS Kyle Lodise has entered the transfer portal. Was the Peach Belt Conference Freshman of the Year in 2023, and this season he had a career year to the tune of a .369/.498/.693 slash line with 27 XBH (14 HRs), 49 RBIs, 24 SB, and 43 BB to 27 Ks. Athletic build at 6' and 180-pounds. Simple setup in the box - stands tall with a slight bend in his knees and a medium-high handset. Normal stride, hands drift a little bit in his load. Lodise's explosive athleticism is on display both in the box and on the dirt. Compact operation with plus bat speed, consistently gets of quick/tight turns with his hips. Sound approach with advanced barrel skills. Has shown this year the ability to back spin the baseball to all fields, but especially to the pull side where he generates the highest quality of contact. Quick feet with good instincts/ever-improving game clock at shortstop. Plenty of range in either direction, has shown he is comfortable attacking the baseball and throwing on the run/from different arm angles. Would give the arm a 55. Lodise is the first really intriguing name to hit the portal and it will be interesting to see where he eventually lands.