University of Illinois Fighting Illini Men's Baseball
Recent News About University of Illinois Fighting Illini Men's Baseball
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Illinois-Kentucky game rescheduled due to weather concerns
The NCAA Lexington Baseball Regional Game 4 between Illinois and Kentucky has been rescheduled. Originally set for a later time, the game will now begin 55 minutes after the conclusion of Game 3, which features Indiana State against Western Michigan. This change is due to anticipated weather conditions.
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Illinois baseball defeats Indiana State for first NCAA win since 2015
Illinois baseball team secured a 4-1 victory over Indiana State in the opening round of the Lexington Regional at Kentucky Proud Park. This win marks their first NCAA Tournament victory since 2015.
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Illinois baseball returns to NCAA Tournament after five-year hiatus
Illinois baseball is set to participate in the NCAA Tournament this weekend, marking their 13th appearance. The team will compete in the Lexington Regional, beginning with a game against Indiana State on Friday at 6 p.m. CT. This marks Illinois' first tournament appearance since 2019.
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Brody Harding shines in Big Ten Conference Baseball Tournament
Brody Harding, a redshirt senior and second baseman for the Fighting Illini, played a crucial role in securing a victory over Iowa during the 2024 Big Ten Conference Baseball Tournament held in Omaha, Nebraska. The game ended with a 4-2 win after 10 innings. Harding's performance included going 2-for-4 with two runs on two doubles and a walk against the Hawkeyes.
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Illinois baseball heads to NCAA Tournament as No.3 seed in Lexington
Illinois baseball has been selected for the NCAA Tournament, as announced on ESPN2. The team, with a record of 34-19, will compete in Lexington, Kentucky, as the No. 3 seed. They are set to face No. 2 seed Indiana State (42-13) on Friday at 6 p.m. CT on ESPN+.
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Illinois exits Big Ten tournament after loss to Michigan
Illinois baseball faced a setback as they were defeated by Michigan with a score of 4-2 at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. This loss marks the end of Illinois' journey in the 2024 Big Ten Conference Baseball Tournament Presented by IFS.ai.
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Illinois wins extra-inning thriller against Iowa in Big Ten Tournament
Illinois baseball team secured a crucial victory against Iowa in the 2024 Big Ten Conference Baseball Tournament, held at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. The game ended with Illinois triumphing over Iowa 4-2 after ten innings.
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Illinois falls short against Penn State in Big Ten tournament opener
Illinois baseball faced a setback in their opening game of the 2024 Big Ten Conference Baseball Tournament, falling to Penn State with a score of 8-4. The match took place at Charles Schwab Field Omaha.
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Illinois baseball coach Dan Hartleb earns second Big Ten Coach of Year honor
Six players from the University of Illinois baseball team have been recognized with All-Big Ten honors, and Dan Hartleb has been named Big Ten Coach of the Year. The announcement was made by the conference on Tuesday.
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Illinois prepares for Big Ten Baseball Tournament after winning conference title
The Illinois baseball team is set to compete in the 2024 Big Ten Baseball Tournament, presented by IFS.ai, at Charles Schwab Field Omaha in Omaha, Nebraska. The tournament will take place from May 21-26 and features eight teams in a double-elimination format to determine the conference's automatic entry into the NCAA Tournament.
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Big Ten releases bracket for upcoming baseball tournament
The Big Ten Conference has released the bracket for the 2024 Big Ten Baseball Tournament, which is sponsored by IFS.ai. The tournament will take place from May 21 to May 26 at Charles Schwab Field Omaha in Omaha, Nebraska. This eight-team, double-elimination event will decide the conference's automatic entry into the NCAA Tournament.
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Illinois secures share of Big Ten Championship with win over Purdue
Illinois baseball secured a share of the 2024 Big Ten Championship with a 9-4 win over Purdue at Alexander Field. This victory marks Illinois' first conference title since 2015 and the third under head coach Dan Hartleb.
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Illinois baseball secures Big Ten title after sweeping Purdue
Illinois baseball secured an outright Big Ten championship following a series sweep against Purdue, concluding with an 18-10 victory at Alexander Field. The win was confirmed after Nebraska's loss to Michigan State.
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Illinois-Purdue baseball series adjusted due to weather forecast
Due to weather forecasts, the Illinois baseball series at Purdue has undergone schedule changes. The teams will play a doubleheader today with games starting at 3 p.m. CT and 7 p.m. CT at Alexander Field. The first game will be available on B1G+, while the second game will air on Big Ten Network.
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Drake Westcott shines in Illini's series win over Iowa
The Fighting Illini baseball team recently secured two wins out of three games in a weekend series against Iowa. The team was led by Drake Westcott, who showcased an impressive performance throughout the series. Westcott achieved a batting average of .400 across the three games, contributing three runs, a double, a home run, two RBIs, and four walks. His home run during Friday's 10-5 victory marked his 14th of the season, placing him tied for third in the Big Ten Conference for most home runs.
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Illinois baseball adjusts schedule due to weather forecast
Due to the weather forecast, the schedule for Illinois baseball's series at Purdue has been altered. The Illini will now play a single game tonight, with the first pitch at Alexander Field scheduled for 6:15 p.m. CT. Coverage details for tonight's game are pending.
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Illinois baseball edges Purdue 5-4 in series opener
Illinois baseball secured a narrow 5-4 victory against Purdue in the opening game of their final regular-season series. The match took place on Thursday night at Alexander Field, marking a significant win for Illinois.
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Illinois baseball prepares for final regular season series against Purdue
Illinois baseball is set to conclude its regular season with a three-game series against Purdue at Alexander Field in West Lafayette, Indiana. The Illini currently hold the top spot in the Big Ten standings with a 15-6 record and have already secured a place in the upcoming Big Ten Tournament.
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Illinois secures series victory against Iowa with powerful hitting
Illinois baseball secured a series victory with a 6-3 win over Iowa at Illinois Field. The Illini improved their record to 30-17 overall and 15-6 in conference play, while Iowa fell to 29-20 and 14-10.
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Illinois falls to Iowa despite record-breaking home run
Illinois baseball faced a setback on Saturday, falling to Iowa with a score of 10-4 at Illinois Field. The game saw Illinois achieving a milestone as Vytas Valincius hit the team's 92nd home run of the season, setting a new single-season program record.