LATEST STORIES FROM UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS
Former Illini Weber Relishes World Series Ride with Yankees
6 days ago by
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In January of this year, former Illini Brett Weber had been going about his daily life, working for SmithBarney in downtown Chicago, when he received a call that opened a door for him to return to baseball, the sport he loved.
Ballard Named Daytona Cubs' General Manager
October 08, 2009 by
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Former Fighting Illini outfielder Brady Ballard has been named the general manager of the Daytona Cubs, Chicago's low-A affiliate, for the 2010 season. Next season will be Ballard's fifth in Daytona, where he served as an assistant general manager the past four years. He was...
Game 3 of World Series Rained Out
October 08, 2009 by
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Game three of the Orange and Blue World Series, originally scheduled for Thursday, has been postponed to Friday because of heavy rain in Champaign. Friday's game will be the final contest in the annual fall intrasquad series and will begin at 3:30 p.m. at Illinois Field.
Orange and Blue World Series Dates Announced
October 01, 2009 by
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The Fighting Illini baseball team will split into two squads for the annual Orange and Blue World Series, which begins Saturday and will end on Oct. 10. The series marks the end of the fall practice period and serves as an opportunity for team bragging rights.
Haig Dismissed from Team
September 30, 2009 by
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University of Illinois head baseball coach Dan Hartleb announced Tuesday that junior left-handed pitcher Phil Haig has been dismissed from the team for a violation of team rules.
Illinois Coaches Clinic Set for Sept. 12
August 23, 2009 by
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University of Illinois head baseball coach Dan Hartleb has scheduled the 2009 Illinois baseball coaches clinic for Sept. 12, combining the clinic with a tailgate prior to that night's Illinois-Illinois State football game and a ticket to the contest. Pre-registration is required...
Summer Blog #9: Lutes Leads Snipes to Title
August 19, 2009 by
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It is about that time again, time leave the adventures of summer behind and get back to the books. It is not all bad, however, because this is also the time to meet back up with teammates and welcome new ones on board.
Summer Blog #8: Kimes Wraps Up Summer in Waterloo
August 17, 2009 by
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Hey Illini fans! This is Corey Kimes reporting from Waterloo, Iowa. I've beenplaying for the Northwoods League's Waterloo Bucks this summer.We've played games nearly every day and traveled to Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesotaand Canada.
Giller Named to NWL Postseason All-Star Team
August 11, 2009 by
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Illinois infielder Mike Giller (Chicago, Ill.) was named to the Northwoods League postseason all-star team Monday night after a stellar summer with the Waterloo Bucks. Giller hit .335 and led the NWL with 88 hits while splitting time between shortstop and first base.
Summer Blog #6: Braun Reports from Albany
July 17, 2009 by
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Hey Illini fans! This is Wes Braun coming to you from Albany, N.Y., where I am currently playing for the Albany Dutchmen in the New York Collegiate Baseball League. Although it has been a tough year for the Dutchmen so far this year on the field, things in Albany could not be any better.
Zerrusen Named to CPL All-Star Team
July 16, 2009 by
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Illinois right-handed pitcher Lee Zerrusen (Teutopolis, Ill.) has been named to the Coastal Plain League All-Star team, the league announced. Zerrusen will pitch for the American team in the July 21 game that pits a "National" squad versus an "American" team. The...
Zerrusen Named to CPL All-Star Team
July 16, 2009 by
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Illinois right-handed pitcher Lee Zerrusen (Teutopolis, Ill.) has been named to the Coastal Plain League All-Star team, the league announced. Zerrusen will pitch for the American team in the July 21 game that pits a "National" squad versus an "American" team. The...
Parr Named to Prospect League All-Star Team
July 10, 2009 by
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Illinois infielder Josh Parr (Chillicothe, Ill.) was named to the Prospect League West Division All-Star team for the league's All-Star game, which will be played July 15 at 7 p.m. CT at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Ill. Parr is hitting .270 with a .360 on-base percentage...
Summer Blog #5: McMurray Writes from Santa Barbara
July 08, 2009 by
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Greetings, Illini fans! This is Casey McMurray writing from sunny Santa Barbara, Calif., where I am currently playing for the Santa Barbara Foresters in the California Collegiate League (CCL).
Former Illini Robinson Named to PCL All-Star Team
July 02, 2009 by
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Former Illinois catcher Chris Robinson (Dorchester, Ontario) was named to the Pacific Coast League All-Star team, which will face the all-stars from the International League in the annual Triple-A All-Star game, held this year at Portland's PGE Park on July 15 and televised live...
Summer Blog #3: 'Schu' Details Trip to Alaska with Monarchs
June 29, 2009 by
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Hey, Illini Faithful! This is Doug Schumacher checking in from Bowling Green, Ohio, where I'm playing for the Lake Erie Monarchs in the Great Lakes League this summer.
Illinois 'the Place to Be,' Recent Draft Picks Say
June 26, 2009 by
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Being a member of the Illini family is a special and unique experience for student-athletes on the University of Illinois campus. Recent Major League Baseball Draft picks Brandon Wikoff, Dominic Altobelli, and Joe Bonadonna are trading in their orange and blue to head in different...
4 Illini Sign Pro Contracts
June 15, 2009 by
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Former Illini shortstop Brandon Wikoff (Peoria, Ill.), third baseman Dominic Altobelli (Oak Forest) and center fielder Joe Bonadonna (Buffalo Grove, Ill.) all signed or will sign their first professional contracts recently, as Altobelli inked his deal Friday, Wikoff signed on Sunday...
Illini Send 21 Players to Summer Leagues
May 27, 2009 by
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Twenty-one University of Illinois baseball players will play on teams from coast to coast this summer, including nine Illini playing in the Northwoods League and four competing in the Prospect League. To follow Fighting Illini players throughout the summer, go to http://www.fightingillini...
Cappetta Named to All-Big Ten Tournament Team
May 23, 2009 by
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Illinois right fielder Pete Cappetta (Lisle, Ill.) was named to the All-Big Ten Tournament team Saturday, becoming the only player from a team other than Big Ten Tournament champion Indiana, Minnesota and Indiana to earn a spot on the squad. Cappetta hit .636 in three games with a...
Illini End Tournament Run with 13-4 Loss to #24 Minnesota
May 22, 2009 by
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Illinois looked to advance in the consolation bracket but No. 24 Minnesota maintained its momentum after an earlier win over Purdue, eliminating the Illini from the Big Ten Tournament with a 13-4 victory. DH Willie Argo (Davenport, Iowa) was 2-for-4 with a solo home run and shortstop...
Illini Drop Hard-Fought Game to #23 Ohio State, 7-4
May 21, 2009 by
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Illinois led for the first six-and-a-half innings but No. 23 Ohio State pushed across two runs in the bottom of the seventh without a ball leaving the infield and two more in the eighth as the Buckeyes nipped the Illini, 7-4 in front of 4,575 fans at Huntington Park. Catcher Aaron...
Altobelli to be Featured on Thursday's Big Ten Tonight
May 21, 2009 by
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Senior third baseman Dominic Altobelli (Oak Forest, Ill.) will be the focus of a piece that will air on Big Ten Tonight Thursday at 9 p.m. CT, immediately following the Illinois-Ohio State game at 6 p.m. CT. The feature was filmed on Tuesday, May 12, as the team was preparing for the...
Illini Blast Spartans, 16-5, to Advance in Big Ten Tourney
May 20, 2009 by
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Right fielder Pete Cappetta (Lisle, Ill.) tied the Big Ten Tournament record with three doubles and Illinois scored its most runs in a conference tournament game as the Illini smashed fifth-seeded Michigan State, 16-5, Wednesday at Huntington Park to win their third-straight opening...
Six Illini Earn All-Big Ten Honors
May 19, 2009 by
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Six Illini were named to the All-Big Ten teams Tuesday at the pre-tournament banquet at Huntington Park in Columbus, Ohio. Front (l-r): Brandon Wikoff, first team; Dominic Altobelli, first team; Pete Cappetta, second team. Back: Will Strack, third team; Aaron Johnson, third team; Willie...
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