McNutt, an outfielder/infielder from Westerville, Ohio, posted a .400 batting average with 10 doubles, three triples, 12 runs scored, and 10 RBI. He also set a school record by striking out just two times on the season.

“Mike is a good athlete on the baseball field,” said MVNU coach Keith Veale, who has posted a 676-331 record in 20 seasons at the helm of the Cougars. “He has played some infield as well as outfield, and most likely he will compete in the outfield and have the opportunity to add to our outfield depth. He runs well and could be an asset on the base paths. He comes from a strong program at New Albany. Mike is energetic and always enjoys competing.”

In addition to playing baseball for New Albany and Johnstown Legion Post 254, McNutt has also been active in Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

“There are several reasons why I chose MVNU,” said McNutt of his college choice. “It is known as a good Christian school, and I wanted a small college atmosphere along with a Christian one as well. I also wanted to play baseball as well as making life-long friends.”

MVNU is an NAIA school that competes in the American Mideast Conference. The Cougars posted a 35-21 overall record in 2009 and advanced to the semifinals of the National Christian College Athletic Association National Tournament. The team also qualified for the NAIA playoffs for the 19th time in the past 20 seasons. Over the years, MVNU has had 13 players drafted by Major League teams including Tim Belcher, who was the top pick overall in the 1983 draft. Seven other former players have signed free agent contracts to play professional baseball.