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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Iowa shortstop Michael Seegers puts the ball on the ground during a baseball game between Iowa and Central Michigan at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Friday, March 25, 2022. Seegers collected two hits and scored one run. The Hawkeyes defeated the Chippewas, 7-4.

Three takeaways | Solid pitching and timely hitting gets Iowa baseball back on track

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter March 5, 2024

The Iowa baseball team got back to its winning ways with a 9-3 victory over the St. Thomas Tommies. With the win, the Hawkeyes improved to 6-6 ahead of a big series at Jacksonville State this weekend.  Here...

Iowas Ben Wilmes looks to the crowd during a baseball game between No. 18 Iowa and Loras College at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Duhawks, 20-6.

Three takeaways from Iowa baseball’s series loss to Ole Miss

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter March 3, 2024

The Iowa baseball team went 1-2 over the weekend in a three-game series against the Ole Miss Rebels. The Hawkeyes won the opening game but couldn’t build off of it and left Oxford with a disappointing...

Iowa fan Kirk Nelson poses for a portrait with his service dog Rosie, named after the Rose Bowl. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 14-6, during a baseball game between No. 18 Iowa and Northern Illinois at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024.

Photos: Iowa baseball vs. Northern Illinois

Shaely Odean, Photojournalist February 28, 2024

No. 18 Iowa defeated Northern Illinois University, 14-6, at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday. The Hawkeyes scored five runs in the first inning, whereas the Huskies did not score until the top of the fifth. Northern...

Iowa pitcher Justin Hackett pitches the ball during a baseball game between No. 18 Iowa and Northern Illinois at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday, February. 27, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 14-6.

Three takeaways from Iowa baseball’s win over Northern Illinois

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter February 27, 2024

The Iowa baseball team snapped a three-game losing streak by beating Northern Illinois, 14-6, at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday afternoon.  Iowa is now 4-4 overall. Here are three takeaways from the...

Loras throws the ball while Iowa is at bat during a baseball game between No. 18 Iowa and Loras College at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday, Feb.  20, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Duhawks, 20-6.

Column | Iowa baseball is equipped to compete in the new Big Ten for years to come

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter February 27, 2024

As conference expansion begins to dominate the collegiate sports landscape, many sportswriters and analysts focused on the impact of major sports including football and basketball. Smaller sports, such...

Iowa infielder Raider Tello hits the ball during a baseball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Duane Banks Baseball Stadium on Friday, May 5, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 16-9.

No. 18 Iowa baseball notebook | Bullpen problems doom Hawkeyes in three-straight losses

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter February 25, 2024

Following a dominating victory over Loras, the Iowa baseball team traveled to Jacksonville, Florida, for the Jacksonville College Baseball Classic — a four-team event featuring four of the nation’s...

Iowa baseball players celebrate after Iowa third baseman Raider Tello scores a home run for Iowa during a baseball game between No. 18 Iowa and Loras College at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Duhawks, 20-6.

Three takeaways: Strong offense propels Iowa baseball to victory over Loras

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter February 20, 2024

The Iowa baseball team earned a dominating 20-6 victory over the Loras Duhawks on Tuesday. The game was the earliest home opener in Hawkeye program history, as the unusually warm Iowa weather allowed...

Iowa baseball players celebrate after Iowa third baseman Raider Tello scores a home run for Iowa during a baseball game between No. 18 Iowa and Loras College at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Duhawks, 20-6.

Photos: No. 18 Iowa baseball vs. Loras College

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalist February 20, 2024

No. 18 Iowa defeated Loras College, 20-6, at Daune Banks Field on Tuesday. The Duhawks didn’t score a run until the top of the seventh inning with a run by Justin Gutie. Iowa hit with a .405 overall...

Iowa utility player Sam Peterson celebrating after hitting a home run during a baseball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Duane Banks Baseball Stadium on Friday, May 5, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 16-9.

Point/Counterpoint | How many games will Iowa baseball win this season?

Jake Olson and Brad Schultz February 20, 2024

40 The Iowa baseball team enters the 2024 season with some of the highest expectations in program history. Last season, the Hawkeyes eclipsed the 40-win mark and tied the program record for the most...

Iowa pitcher Brody Brecht throws a pitch during the second baseball game of a doubleheader between Iowa and Illinois at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Saturday, April 9, 2022. Brecht struck out two Illini in one inning. The Fighting Illini defeated the Hawkeyes in 13 innings, 7-5.

Iowa baseball unfazed by preseason expectations

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter February 20, 2024

Entering the 2024 season, the Iowa baseball team faces its biggest preseason expectations in program history. Last season, the Hawkeyes made a name for themselves at the national level in college baseball....

Iowa pitcher Brody Brecht throws a ball during a baseball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Duane Banks Field on Friday, May 5, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 16-9.

Iowa baseball takes two of three in the Shipyard Tournament

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter February 19, 2024

The Iowa baseball team won two of three contests this weekend while competing in the Shipyard Tournament in Charleston, South Carolina.  On Friday afternoon, Iowa won its season opener against...

Iowa’s pitcher Brody Brecht pitches during a baseball game at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Friday, April 21, 2023. Brecht had seven strikeouts. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 11-6.

Iowa baseball notebook | Hawkeyes embracing high expectations heading into season opener

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter February 15, 2024

After a 44-16 season that resulted in an NCAA Regional appearance, the Iowa baseball team is looking for more in 2024. On Tuesday afternoon, Hawkeye players and coaches spoke to the media about their...

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