I would not think it will be this weekend(40's and 50's temps in South bend)It would be nice if he was ready in time for N.C state .Pitching looks to be Improving and there seems to be some depth. Notre Dame hasn't been able to shut many hitters down so far this season so, maybe we can score some runs! Windy and cold conditions may keep the score down somewhat.
We have a chance to get a good seed for a regional. Gotta keep it rolling! GO TIGERS!
My guess is that they will follow the Bobby Cox philosophy. Wait until he thinks he is good to go, and then give him 1 more week to be safe. Sitting 7-2 in conference let's them be more cautious than you would be if the record was worse.
With his absence it has allowed other pitchers to get some experience. That bodes well for later in the summer! I think we have a good team top to bottom this season. Hosting a super would be nice. winning it would be awesome!