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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's Nick Allgeyer returns to the dugout during Iowa's Big Ten tournament Game against Michigan at TD Ameritrade Park in Omaha, Neb. on Wed. May 23, 2018. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes 2-1 in extra innings. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Allgeyer’s monster outing spoiled by Hawkeye bats

Adam Hensley, [email protected] May 23, 2018

OMAHA — With an offense seemingly left behind in the wilds of Banks Field, Hawkeye baseball turned to its rock on the mound. Nick Allgeyer played an instrumental role in ending Michigan’s 20-game...

University of Iowa baseball player Kace Massner slides into home during a game against Penn State University on Saturday, May 19, 2018. The catcher dropped the ball allowing the runner to score and the Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 8-4. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa baseball sweeps Penn State, earns 6th seed in Big Ten Tournament

Adam Hensley, [email protected] May 19, 2018

Hellerball broke out the brooms on May 19 at Banks Field, capping off the regular season with a series sweep of Penn State. Five early runs put Iowa on top quickly, and the Hawkeyes neither looked back...

The Hawkeyes celebrate after scoring to take the lead during their game against Penn State at Duane Banks Field on Friday May 18, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nitany Lions 9-1. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Cole McDonald returns, Iowa beats Penn State

Adam Hensley, [email protected] May 18, 2018

Cole McDonald hadn’t pitched since he was injured on April 29. May 18 at Banks Field marked his first time on the mound since the win against then-No. 7 Michigan, and he looked better than ever. McDonald...

Iowa infielder Kyle Crowl runs to first base during baseball Iowa vs. Oklahoma State at Duane Banks Field on May 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys 11-3.  (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa baseball beats Penn State, clinches Big Ten Tournament berth

Adam Hensley, [email protected] May 17, 2018

The May 17 series opener at Banks Field against Penn State turned out to be a pitchers’ duel, and Iowa snagged a 3-1 win over the Nittany Lions and clinched a Big Ten Tournament berth. Nick Allgeyer,...

The art of the walk-up song

The art of the walk-up song

There’s an art to finding the perfect walk-up song in baseball, believe it or not, and everyone goes about finding that one tune differently. The consensus on the Iowa baseball team is that a walk-up...

Iowa pitcher Jack Dreyer walks back to the mound during a game at Duane Banks Fields on Wednesday Apr. 25, 2018. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

The numbers look bright for Iowa baseball’s future

Pete Ruden, [email protected] May 8, 2018
The Hawkeyes have been playing well recently, and the numbers suggest the same.
Iowa outfielder Robert Neustrom makes contact during Iowa's game against Oklahoma State at Duane Banks Field on Saturday May 5, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys 16-14. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Hensley: Iowa baseball heating up at the right time

Adam Hensley, [email protected] May 8, 2018

I’m a firm believer that when it comes to postseason play, the better team doesn’t always win — the team that’s the hottest has the best shot. In 2010, my beloved Green Bay Packers went on...

during baseball Iowa vs. Oklahoma State at Duane Banks Field on May 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys 11-3.  (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes need to keep winning as gauntlet lets up

Pete Ruden, [email protected] May 7, 2018

Iowa baseball is in a good place. With series wins over No. 7 Michigan and No. 12 Oklahoma State in the past two weekends, the Hawkeyes have put themselves inside the bubble for the NCAA Tournament. But...

Iowa infielder Mitchell Boe celebrates after hitting a home run during baseball Iowa vs. Oklahoma State at Duane Banks Field on May 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys 11-3.  (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes hammer No. 12 Cowboys in important series win

Pete Ruden, [email protected] May 6, 2018

Needing a win in a huge series against No. 12 Oklahoma State to keep hopes for an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament alive, Iowa baseball came up big, taking the series from the Cowboys with an 11-3...

Iowa pitcher Jack Dreyer throws the ball during baseball Iowa vs. Oklahoma State at Duane Banks Field on May 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys 11-3.  (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Freshman Jack Dreyer steps up in spotlight

Adam Hensley, [email protected] May 6, 2018

Jack Dreyer had never pitched more than 2.1 innings in his Hawkeye baseball career. That changed Sunday, when Iowa, looking for a series-clinching victory against No. 12 Oklahoma State, turned to the...

Iowa Right Fielder Robert Neustrom bats during Iowa's game against Oklahoma State at Duane Banks Field on Saturday May 5, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cowboys 16-14. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa baseball downs No. 12 Oklahoma State to even series

Pete Ruden, [email protected] May 5, 2018

Iowa baseball evened an important series at Banks Field on May 5, beating No. 12 Oklahoma State, 16-14, to tie the series at one game. After trailing 12-9 heading into the seventh, the Hawkeyes rattled...

Iowa's Nick Nelson pitches during the Iowa/Mizzou baseball game at Duane Banks Field on Tuesday, May 1, 2018. The Tigers defeated the Hawkeyes, 17-16, with two extra innings. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

No. 12 Oklahoma State baseball holds on to beat Iowa

Adam Hensley, [email protected] May 4, 2018

The No. 12 Oklahoma State rode a 5-run third inning to jump out to an early lead, and, despite a strong Hawkeye counterattack the following inning, the Cowboys hung on for the win, 7-6, at Banks Field...