Players Compete in Second Week of Baseball Scrimmages
The team held a four-inning scrimmage in Coral Gables as pitchers and position players rotated through the lineup.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Baseball
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Baseball players in Coral Gables participated in their second week of preseason scrimmages on October 14. The four-inning session featured a five-man pitching rotation and key performances from several offensive contributors.
Why it matters
The ongoing series of scrimmages allows coaching staff to evaluate players for key positions, such as the starting role at first base. These sessions help determine the team roster as athletes demonstrate their defensive and offensive capabilities.
Five pitchers participated in a rotation throwing two innings each during the four-inning scrimmage. Dawson Harman recorded two hits, including a double, while Gabriel Milano and Randy Vega each contributed RBI hits.
The players
Kaden Varela-Payne
He is a pitcher who previously played for Concord University and showed strong form by allowing no runs or hits.
Dawson Harman
He is an offensive contributor who recorded two hits, including a double, during the team scrimmage.
Ivan Sabater
He is a pitcher from Hollywood, Florida, who allowed three hits and two runs during his time on the mound.
Trenton Ramsey
He is a pitcher from Ocala, Florida, who recorded a 4-3 groundout while facing issues with a walk and hit batter.
Tyler Van Valkenburg
He is a pitcher originally from Saugerties, New York, who allowed three total runs during his appearance.
The details
Kaden Varela-Payne delivered a strong performance, allowing no hits or runs during his time on the mound. Conversely, pitchers Ivan Sabater, Trenton Ramsey, and Tyler Van Valkenburg faced challenges with hits, walks, and defensive errors, including a failed 3-6-3 double play.
Timeline
The team held its second week of scrimmages on October 14.
The session began at 11:15.
A follow-up scrimmage is scheduled for October 15.
Season Trajectory
These preseason scrimmages follow the standard institutional pattern of rotating pitchers to assess depth before the formal competitive season. This evaluation process is a critical step in finalizing the roster and determining defensive starters for the year ahead.
The defensive errors during the 3-6-3 double play attempt highlight ongoing concerns with infield coordination for the coaching staff. With the team testing multiple pitchers, the success of the rotation is central to determining the final roster composition.
The takeaway
Scoring production and defensive consistency remain the primary areas of focus during this evaluation period. These scrimmages are essential for players to secure starting roles before the season officially begins.
What happens next
The team has scheduled another scrimmage for Thursday, October 15, though weather forecasts indicate a 40-50% chance of rain that could impact the event.
Further reading
For more information on team development and performance, visit the Baseball section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Miami's Community News.
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