Kansas catcher Tinsley on Bench semifinal list

Kansas University junior baseball catcher Michael Tinsley was one of 15 semifinalists for the Johnny Bench Award.

The award is given annually to the top catcher in Div. I collegiate baseball. The commission will announce its finalists on June 6 and present the award on June 30 in Wichita.

“I am really proud of his development,” KU coach Ritch Price said. “It starts with really good work ethic. The young man has great commitment to the game and tries to be the best player he can be. … He is one of the finest players in America.”