Ike Irish, Auburn (AU photo)

Auburn’s Irish Came In Hitting, Hasn’t Stopped

AUBURN, Ala – There are times when a player steps in, and everyone just knows. From the first few practices, Ike Irish has been that kind of player. First, coaches and teammates, then opponents and spectators have realized this guy isn’t your typical freshman.

“I think he has some gifts,” Auburn coach Butch Thompson said. “He can evaluate, much like I talked about with Sonny DiChiara last year. He understands the strike zone and what a (pitcher) is trying to do. I don’t see him in the back during a game hitting off a tee, or working on his swing.[…]