On vacation back East, my wife and I decided to catch a Bowie BaySox game with friends in Annapolis. Of course, I know full well that Kyle Hudson is on the roster with the Double-A Oriole team and I was hoping to see him play. Maybe even get a chance…
Looks like it’s official. According to fightingillini.com, Casey Fletcher has been added to the Illinois roster as a preferred walk-on. Casey is the son of Illini baseball legend Darrin Fletcher. Preferred, indeed. If he’s anything like his dad who still holds Illini baseball records, any team would prefer him. Seriously,…
Illinois players have now begun summer ball. Not surprisingly, a sizable fraction of them are headed north to the Northwoods League. Seven of the 23 Illini players playing in leagues this summer are representing teams in the NWL. In total, Illini players will be playing at nine separate summer leagues…
Four University of Illinois Baseball players have been chosen in the 2013 MLB Draft. Joining Justin Parr who was picked in the 8th round are three more Illini players, Jordan Parr, Thomas Lindauer and Kevin Johnson. Taking a look at each player: Justin Parr Outfielder Philadelphia Phillies Round 8, Pick…
As suspected, Illinois OF Justin Parr was drafted in the Major League draft today. He didn’t place too shabby. He was the 241st player taken in today’s draft. He was picked in the 8th round by the Philadelphia Phillies. Only 14 Illini players have been selected higher than the 8th…
Well, the Illinois 2013 season is now over. To be honest, they got further than even I thought they would. It was three games into the NCAA Regionals and losing quite a heartbreaker to Georgia Tech. For those who care, GT ended up giving Vanderbilt a run for their money. …
There’s some exciting news on the recruiting front. Casey Fletcher, son of former Illini Darrin Fletcher and grandson of another former Illini Tom Fletcher has accepted an offer to join the Illini baseball program as a preferred walk-on. Darrin Fletcher (right) at 2010 Alumni Day with another Illini great, Donn…
Never say die. There could always be another day. This season’s Illinois Baseball team is moving forward! The 2013 season will continue for the Illinois Baseball team as they have been selected by the NCAA to move on to the Regional Tournament. Despite their early exit from the Big Ten…
Davis Hendrickson drove home the sole run in today’s loss In an elimination game against Minnesota at the Big Ten Tournament, Illinois (34-18) couldn’t hold on to a slim lead and lost 3-1 and will have to say goodbye to Minneapolis. Ryan Castellanos was a hard luck loser as he…
John Kravetz’ win extends the Illini’s stay in Minneapolis With their backs up against the wall at the Big Ten Tournament, Illinois (34-17) came through. Like yesterday, it was a tight, 3-2 ballgame but this time, Illinois came up on top. They defeated Michigan (29-27) who are already eliminated from…