Troy’s at-large regional chances…
May 20, 2008
...right now are slim to none, which is why most college baseball experts agree Troy has to win the Sun Belt title to get into a third straight NCAA Regional.
Spoke with Mark Etheridge of sebaseball.com, and here’s what he had to say.
“At 32-24, third in the Sun Belt, and #64 in the RPI, Troy really doesn’t stand out in any one area. If they have a better RPI like last year or were leading the conference like in ‘05 and ‘06 then they would have a better chance to get a bid. I wouldn’t say they absolutely have to win the automatic bid to get in, although that is the most likely way for the Trojans to play after the Sun Belt Tournament. They could also get in by winning the bracket undefeated, losing in the title game, and getting some help around the country.“
Also, on the likelihood of the Sun Belt being a one-bid league.
“If New Orleans wins the tournament, the Sun Belt is looking at just one bid. Louisiana-Monroe, despite winning the conference regular season, doesn’t have the RPI (92) to get a bid. The only chance at an at large is New Orleans, and maybe Troy if the stars align.“
