RICHMOND, Ky. – Senior Nick Howie was rated as the 48th-best outfielder in college baseball by D1Baseball.com this week.
 
The Colonels open the 2020 season on Friday at Presbyterian College.
 
D1Baseball.com listed its top-100 outfielders.  The list is not a professional prospect lists, though pure talent is taken into consideration.  Players who proved themselves against top competition in summer ball and look poised for breakout years might rank higher on the list than other players who had gaudier stats from last spring.  D1Baseball.com considered past performance and offensive statistics, and also factored in raw talent, defensive ability, makeup and reports of development over the summer and fall.
 
The Oakville, Ontario native was a first team All-Ohio Valley Conference outfielder and a first team Academic All-American® in 2019.  He hit .353 with 48 runs scored, 11 home runs, 12 doubles, 45 RBIs, 123 total bases and 16 stolen bases.
 
Earlier this month, Howie was chosen as the OVC Preseason Player of the Year by coaches and communications directors.  He was also ranked as the 39th-best hitter in college baseball by D1Baseball.com.