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

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Iowas Grant Judkins winds up to pitch during a baseball game against the University of Illinois on Sunday, Mar. 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini 3-1.

Hawkeye baseball goes 1-2 in trip to San Diego

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor February 23, 2020

Following a solid opening weekend for Iowa baseball, the Hawkeyes were met with mixed results in week No. 2. After falling to San Diego State 4-1 to open its trip to San Diego, Iowa toppled No....

Iowa infielder Brendan Sher poses for a portrait during baseball media day in the UI recreation building on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020.

Hawkeye Baseball’s Sher carries over success from freshman season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor February 17, 2020

Carrying momentum over from one season to the next isn’t easy, but Iowa infielder Brendan Sher has had no problem. It’s still early, but Sher recorded three hits in Iowa’s first three games...

Iowa pitcher Grant Leonard prepares to throw the ball during the game against UC Irvine at Duane Banks Field on Saturday, May 4, 2019.

Iowa baseball goes 2-1 in season-opening road trip

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor February 16, 2020

Iowa baseball kicked its season off on a high note, taking down Kent State and Saint Joseph’s in its first two games. But it couldn’t complete the perfect weekend. After beating the Golden Flashes,...

Head Coach Rick Heller speaks to members of the press during baseball media day in the UI recreation building on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020.

Iowa baseball set for first pitch of season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor February 13, 2020

Iowa baseball watched magic unfold in the College World Series last season, but it had to do so from its couch. The Hawkeyes observed Big Ten powerhouse Michigan win a game of the championship series...

Iowa catcher Austin Martin hits the ball during the baseball game against the Spartans at Duane Banks Field on May 12, 2019. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Spartans 5-7.

Martin, captains provide leadership for Iowa baseball

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor February 11, 2020

Austin Martin has taken strides in the past year. In the span of one season, the Hawkeye catcher went from a new player in the program to a leading contributor at the plate and a team captain. That’s...

Iowa pitcher Drew Irvine pitches an inning during a game against Ontario at Duane Banks Field on Friday, September 13, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Jays 30-6 in 14 innings.

Irvine paces Hawkeye baseball with improvement

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor February 10, 2020

When Cole McDonald tossed his final pitch in the 2019 Big Ten Tournament, Iowa baseball’s pitching staff changed instantly. After a nine-strikeout performance in a victory over No. 21 Indiana,...

Iowa pitcher Jack Dreyer speaks to members of the press during baseball media day in the UI recreation building on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Dreyer set to return for Hawkeyes after shoulder injury

Robert Read, Sports Editor February 6, 2020

Sometimes a season ends before it even has a chance to get going. That was the case for Jack Dreyer last season. Iowa baseball’s premier left-handed pitcher only appeared in 7.1 innings last season...

Iowa infielder Izaya Fullard poses for a portrait during baseball media day in the UI recreation building on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Fullard moves to second base ahead of 2020 season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor February 6, 2020

Izaya Fullard became a popular face around Duane Banks Field in 2019, but he won’t be found at the same place in 2020. After logging 37 of his 50 starts at first base last season, Fullard will...

Iowa infielder Mason McCoy hits a walk off single during the game between Omaha-Iowa at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday, May 16, 2017. The Hawkeyes pull off another comeback win with three runs in the 8th inning and two runs in the 9th inning for the 9-8 victory. (The Daily Iowan/ Alex Kroeze)

Former Hawkeyes put up solid performances in minor leagues

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor July 16, 2019

Iowa baseball has hoisted one Big Ten Tournament trophy, in 2017. Since then, most of Iowa’s best players have gone on to play in the professional ranks after being selected in the MLB Draft. Jake...

Iowa infielder Jake Yacinich runs to first base in Duane Banks Field on Saturday, May 10, 2014. The Fighting Illini defeated the Hawkeyes in the second game, 5-1. (The Daily Iowan/Allison Orvis)

Former Hawkeye Yacinich joins Iowa baseball coaching staff

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor July 12, 2019

A familiar face will return to the dugout at Banks Field in 2020. Former Iowa infielder Jake Yacinich has been named the volunteer assistant coach for next season, head coach Rick Heller announced July...

The San Francisco Giants' Madison Bumgarner delivers a pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second inning on Thursday, June 20, 2019, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. (Luis Sinco/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

MLB trade deadline has teams clamoring for pitchers

Pete Mills, Assistant Sports Editor July 10, 2019

  With the All-Star Break now complete in Major League Baseball, there are two main actions in the minds of higher-ups in front offices: buying and selling. The moves front offices are going...

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