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Photo of 1903 World Series at old Boston ballpark

The first World Series was held at Northeastern 119 years ago

On grounds now occupied by Cabot Physical Education Center, the Boston Americans beat the Pittsburgh Pirates in eight games to win the inaugural 1903 World Series. It bore little resemblance to the current baseball championship.

by Ian Thomsen October 27, 2022

Cam Schlittler throws a pitch for Northeastern

New York Yankees pick two Northeastern pitchers in MLB draft, led by Cam Schlittler

The 6-foot-6-inch righthander became the highest drafted Northeastern baseball player in six years. Also drafted on Tuesday were fellow Husky pitchers Thomas Balboni (in the 15th round by the San Diego Padres) and Sebastian Keane (in the 18th round by the Yankees).

by Ian Thomsen July 19, 2022

Eric Yost throws a pitch for Northeastern.

‘Anything is possible’ as underdog Huskies aim to repeat as CAA baseball champs

Despite a frustrating season, No. 5 seed Northeastern is confident of defending its title in the Colonial Athletic Association Baseball Championship. The six-team tournament opens Wednesday in Elon, North Carolina.

by Ian Thomsen May 24, 2022

Baseball fans know the bitter heartbreak of calls that don’t go their way—especially, a ball that should’ve been a strike. And, with advances in technology including computer vision, artificial intelligence, and the ubiquity of Wi-Fi, it would be easier than ever for baseball officials to replace humans with robotic umpires. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Robot umpires are coming to baseball. Will they strike out?

“The human element of officiating is one of the consistent inconsistencies that make sport a comprehensive human experience,” says Dan Lebowitz, executive director of the Center for the Study of Sport in Society at Northeastern.

by Molly Callahan October 27, 2021

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Adam Ottavino delivers to the Tampa Bay Rays during the ninth inning of a baseball game, in St. Petersburg, Fla. AP Photo/Chris O'Meara

Major League Baseball playoffs sweeter with Husky graduate in play

Northeastern baseball coach Mike Glavine and his team watch the Major League Baseball playoffs every year as a way to bond and improve team performance. This year the Huskies have an added incentive as they root for former Northeastern pitcher Adam Ottavino, who’s playing with the Red Sox in the postseason.

by Hillary Chabot October 22, 2021

Ben Malgeri (left) and Danny Crossen greet each other during a Huskies baseball game.

Huskies expect to build on a special baseball season

A disappointing result at the NCAA Division 1 Baseball Championships last weekend adds to the Huskies’ motivation as they look ahead to next year. They believe they can build on this record-setting season—and go further in the national tournament.

by Ian Thomsen June 7, 2021

Huskies celebrate the walk-off home run that won the CAA title.

Huskies open NCAA baseball tournament on Friday against Nebraska

No. 3 Northeastern will start freshman righthander Sebastian Keane (6-1) against No. 2 Nebraska and lefty Cade Povich (6-1) as part of a four-team NCAA regional at Fayetteville, Ark. The game will be streamed on ESPN3 at 8 p.m. EDT.

by Ian Thomsen June 3, 2021

The Huskies gather at home plate to celebrate Max Viera's home run.

With dramatic win, Huskies walk off into NCAA baseball tournament

The top-seeded Huskies earned their first title in the Colonial Athletic Association Baseball Championship with a trio of dramatic victories during a high-pressure weekend in Wilmington, N.C. The triumph propels Northeastern (36-10) them to the NCAA tournament for the second time in four years.

by Ian Thomsen May 31, 2021

Record-setting Huskies open CAA Baseball Championship as No. 1 seed

Northeastern (32-9 overall) will earn an automatic NCAA tournament bid by winning its conference tournament for the first time. The Huskies play their opener Thursday at 3 p.m. in Wilmington, N.C.

by Ian Thomsen May 25, 2021

Catcher Ed Jarvis practices with the Northeastern baseball team at Parsons Field. Photo by Ruby Wallau/Northeastern University

After a 6-month hiatus, practice is picking up again for Northeastern athletics

Varsity sports are back after taking a mandatory break earlier in the pandemic. What are teams doing to keep players safe, and how are the athletes adjusting to new protocols?

by Ruby Wallau and Emily Arntsen October 26, 2020

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