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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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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...

Iowa baseball players cheer during a baseball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Duane Banks Baseball Stadium on Saturday, May 6, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 15-3.

Iowa baseball looks to build off of their record-breaking 2023 season

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter February 13, 2024

The Iowa baseball team enters the 2024 season with some of the highest expectations in program history. The Hawkeyes tied the record for most wins in program history last season with 44. They returned...

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 pitcher Brody Brecht signs NIL deal with Rapsodo

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor November 14, 2023

Iowa right-handed pitcher Brody Brecht was one of five college baseball players to ink an NIL deal with Rapsodo, according to a release by the company Tuesday morning. Rapsodo is a sports technology...

Liam Doxsee dances in the stands during a baseball game at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023. Iowa baseball infielder Ben Wilmes said when he first met Liam, the boy was a bit shy walking into the hitting facility. Now, Liam serves a key role in bringing out the laughter and youth of the baseball players. “Liam is a very loving child and very happy and really doesn’t take anything for granted,” Wilmes said. “...We see his happiness side because whenever we’re together, we take away the aspect of his life in the hospital and kind of help him completely forget about that in the moment.”

Duane Banks Field $27.4 million renovations pending approval by regents

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 7, 2023

The University of Iowa Athletic Department announced that renovations to Duane Banks Field are pending approval by the state Board of Regents with a decision to be made at the Nov. 17 meeting. Approval...

Iowa kicker Aaron Blom attempts a field goal during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Cyclones ended a six-game Cy-Hawk series losing streak and defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-7. Blom failed field goal attempt was 48 yards.

Former UI athletes Aaron Blom and Gehrig Christensen plead guilty to gambling charges

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 6, 2023

Two former University of Iowa student-athletes charged in the gambling investigation have pleaded guilty, according to court filings. Lawyers for former football player Aaron Blom and former baseball...

Iowa kicker Aaron Blom attempts a field goal during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Cyclones ended a six-game Cy-Hawk series losing streak and defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-7. Blom failed field goal attempt was 48 yards.

Three current and former Iowa student-athletes among seven charged in state sports gambling probe

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 2, 2023

Current Iowa football player Aaron Blom, along with former Hawkeye basketball player Ahron Ulis  and former baseball player Gehrig Christensen, were among seven Iowa and Iowa State student-athletes...

Iowa pitcher Ty Langenberg throws the ball during a baseball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City on Sunday, May 7, 2023. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 5-2.

2023 MLB Draft | Where did Iowa baseball players end up?

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter July 12, 2023

Two Iowa baseball players, Jared Simpson and Ty Langenberg, were selected in the 2023 MLB Draft on Monday and Tuesday, respectively.  Hawkeyes Will Christophersen and Keaton Anthony were picked...