Incoming freshman ... Will probably see time in a set up role ... Expected to come in late in a game and throw strikes ... Solid breaking ball pitcher with ability to keep hitters off balance.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played senior season and received one letter at Florida Christian under coach Ernie Padron ... Earned three letters at Coral Reef High ... Posted a 9-2 record with a 0.76 earned run average in 71 innings, 91 strikeouts and 12 walks as a senior ... Co-Most Valuable Player at Florida Christian and helped lead Patriots to their first state title ... Received Coach’s Award at Coral Reef High.

PERSONAL: Son of Enrique and Maria Hortsman ... Has one sibling ... Majoring in accounting.

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