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Being from a suburb south of Chicago, Brian Smith is probably basking in the afterglow of the 2005 World Series. That’s not necessarily the case.<\/p>\n

“I know it sounds funny, but I’m more of a Cubs guy,” admits Smith. “When the White Sox let Robin Ventura go, that was it.”<\/p>\n

Smith also considers Derek Jeter among his favorites. “I like the way he goes about his business on and off the field.”<\/p>\n

You may find it strange that a young man listed as a pitcher is so enamored with some pretty good offensive players. Well, Smith is also a pretty good offensive player as well as a top pitcher at Northern Illinois. He’s had some playing time in right field this spring for the Huskies and is currently the DH when he’s not on the hill.<\/p>\n

Smith, though, knows he’ll be counted on as a pitcher with Madison and he believes he’s found the perfect place to play.<\/p>\n

“My pitching coach (Luke Sabers) played in the league and we have a few others who have played there (NWL). They all told me that Madison is the place to play.”<\/p>\n

Smith did some homework for himself. He checked out the Mallards’ website and liked what he saw. “When I saw the pictures of the crowds and the ballpark, I knew Madison was where I wanted to be.”<\/p>\n

The NIU sophomore considers himself a control pitcher. “I like working quickly. I also try to make the hitters get themselves out by throwing strikes and changing speeds.”<\/p>\n

Smith is coming to Madison with a purpose. “This is a big summer for me, as a sophomore (players can be drafted after their junior seasons). I want to get alot of innings. I’m anxious to get to Madison right when the college season is done.”<\/p>\n

He also hopes to get some plate appearances, but isn’t sure he will. “Looking at some of the position players they (Mallards) have, I doubt I’ll be the DH. But, it’d be nice to get some swings.”<\/p>\n

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