St. Joseph, Mo. - Ozzie Adams, Aaron Barratt, and Anthony Caenepeel all made major contributions to a critical Bearcat win over rival Missouri Western on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, in St. Joseph, by the score 5-2. Ozzie and Aaron each had multi-hit games and Caenepeel pitched 4.0 innings without allowing an earned run. Caenepeel allowed only 1 hit to a potent Western offense. The Bearcat defense had a tough inning but played solid besides that. Northwest is now 27-16, 16-14 MIAA with the win. The Bearcats will now face the #1 team in the MIAA standings this weekend, Emporia State. The boys will be fired-up for this series so expect an epic weekend of must watch baseball. Will Emporia State look past the Bearcats? Don't count on it from a Bob Fornelli team. The 'Cats will get the Hornets' best shot. Good. Let the best team win.
Offensively, Aaron Barratt and Ozzie Adams were the most valuable players for Northwest. Barratt went 2 for 4 with 2 runs scored in right field. Ozzie Adams went 2 for 5 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored on the day. Garrett Fort went 1 for 4 with a sacrifice and 1 RBI in center field. James Holler went 1 for 4 with 1 RBI at first base. Jay Hrdlicka picked-up a RBI with a sacrifice fly at catcher. Kevin Handzlik earned 2 walks as the designated hitter. Logan Rycraft went 1 for 2 with a sacrifice at short stop. In total, Northwest scored 5 runs off of 7 hits, 4 RBIs, 4 walks, 10 strike-outs and left 7 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 2 errors that led to 1 unearned run in the game.
Pitching, Quintin VanAckeren earned the start in the game. Quintin worked 3.0 innings, allowed 4 hits, 1 run, 1 walk, 1 strike-out and 1 balk in the game. Anthony Caenepeel came into the game in the 4th inning and worked 4.0 innings to earn the win in the game. Anthony's record now stands at 7-5 on the year. In total, Anthony allowed 1 hit, 1 unearned run, 0 walks and 3 strike-outs in the game. In the 8th inning, Nikko Pablo came into the game to close out the victory for Northwest. For his efforts, Nikko picked-up his 8th save on the year. In total, Nikko worked 2.0 innings, allowed 0 hits, 0 runs, 0 walks and 2 strike-outs.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/25/baseball-tuesday.aspx?path=baseball
Next - Northwest will travel to Kansas to play Emporia State in a huge 3-game series. The series is set to begin Friday, April 28th, with a double-header at 2pm. Game 3 will be Sunday, April 30th, at 1pm.
Go Cats!!
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Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Northwest Missouri State University - Caenepeel earns second MIAA Pitcher of the Week honor
Northwest Missouri State University - Caenepeel earns second MIAA Pitcher of the Week honor: For the second time this season, Northwest Missouri State University senior Anthony Caenepeel has been named the MIAA Pitcher of the Week.
Go Cats!!
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Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Chicago Cubs Rick Monday saves the flag - April 25, 1976 - Dodger Stadium
Attaboy Rick.
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Sunday, April 23, 2017
Groovy Greenslade, No-No Nikko, & B-Rob shine as 'Cats take series
Maryville, Mo. - Brad Roberts terrific start, Kolby Greenslade's cluth hitting, and Nikko's 3-inning scoreless relief all shine as your Bearcat baseball team beat the University of Central Oklahoma 5-2 on Sunday in Maryville to win the 3-game series. Brad Roberts was huge in Game 3 as he worked 5 innings, struck out 5, only walked 1, and gave up 1 earned run. Kolby Greenslade had a game as he went 2 for 4 with 3 RBIs and some terrific defense in left field. Sprinkle in Nikko Pablo's exemplary 3 innings of scoreless relief protecting a 3-run lead to win the game and series for the Bearcats. It was a complete team victory as Northwest's record now stands at 26-16, 15-14 MIAA, 6th place in the MIAA.
Offensively, Kolby Greenslade was Northwest's most valuable player. In total, Kolby went 2 for 4 with 3 RBIs at left field. Kevin Handzlik also had a game and went 2 for 4 with a double as the designated hitter. Ozzie Adams is the Joe DiMaggio of Northwest Missouri State University and was on-base again. In total, Ozzie went 2 for 3 with a walk and 2 runs scored in the game. Garrett Fort went 1 for 4 with 1 run scored and a stolen base in the game. James Holler went 1 for 2 with 2 walks and a stolen base on the day. Jay Hrdlicka earned a walk, a RBI, a stolen base and scored a run as the Bearcat catcher. In total, Northwest scored 5 runs off of 8 hits, 5 RBIs, 5 walks, 8 strike-outs, and left 6 runners on base.
Pitching, Brad Roberts picked-up the win in a terrific outing against Central Oklahoma to see his 2017 record move to 6-4. In total, Roberts worked 5.0 innings, allowed 5 hits, 2 runs (1 earned), 1 walk and 5 strike-outs. In the 6th inning, Jacob Wagner came into the game and worked 1.0 inning, allowed no hits, no runs and struck out 1 batter. In the 7th inning, Nikko Pablo came into the game and worked 3.0 innings, allowed 5 hits, 0 runs, 1 walk and 1 strike-out.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/23/baseball-uco-sunday.aspx?path=baseball
Next - Your Bearcat baseball team travels to St. Joseph to take on the Missouri Western Griffons in a mid-week clash on Wednesday, April 26th at 4pm. Northwest stays on the road and then travels to Kansas to take on the Emporia State Hornets in a 3-game series. Game 1 is Friday, April 28th at 6pm. Game 2 is Saturday, April 29th at 1pm. Game 3 is Sunday, April 30th at Noon. All MIAA teams are racing down the stretch to make the conference post-season tournament. It just cannot get any more exciting than this. You gotta love these guys. Wow, what a ride.
Go Cats!!
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UCO wins game 2, rubber match set for Sunday
Maryville, Mo. - The University of Central Oklahoma defeated your Northwest Missouri State Bearcat baseball team 10-0 on Saturday in Maryville. Tip your cap to the UCO pitcher who took a no hitter into the bottom of the last inning before allowing 2 hits. Despite losing the no hitter, the UCO pitcher earned a complete game shut-out victory on an exemplary performance. Attaboy.
By dropping Game 2, the series rubber match is set for Sunday, April 23rd, at 1pm in Maryville.
Offensively, UCO's pitching held the Bearcats in check. Ozzie Adams and Landon Figg each earned a hit in the game and James Holler walked in the 2nd. In total, Northwest did not score a run, earned 2 hits, 1 walk, 3 strike-outs and left 2 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 3 errors that led to 3 unearned runs in the game.
Pitching, Joseph Hietpas earned the start but picked-up the loss to see his 2017 record go to 4-3. In total, Hietpas worked 5.1 innings, allowed 3 hits, 5 runs (only 3 earned), 4 walks and 5 strike-outs. In the 6th inning, Jacob Wagner came into the game and worked 0.2 of an inning, allowed 2 hits, 1 unearned run and 1 walk in his outing. In the 7th inning, Austin Battaglia came into the game and had a tough day. In total, Austin worked 0.2 of an inning, allowed 5 hits and 4 runs. With 2 outs, Jimmy McElwain came into the game to get the final out and worked 0.1 of an inning without allowing a hit or a run.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/22/uco-saturday-baseball.aspx?path=baseball
Next - The series' rubber match is Sunday at 1pm. This game is huge for both squads as each team is fighting for a berth into the Conference post-season tournament. Fans can expect an epic match-up at Bearcat baseball field.
Go Cats!!
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Friday, April 21, 2017
King Caenepeel Aces Bronchos
Maryville, Mo. - Anthony Caenepeel threw 8.1 innings of shut-out baseball as Northwest beat Central Oklahoma 2-0 to win Game 1 of the series on Friday in Maryville. Northwest's defense was equally terrific as the Bearcats played an error free game. Add in Big Game James Holler's 2-run home run and Nikko Pablo's clutch performance in the 9th and your Bearcats picked-up an important conference win. Northwest is now 25-15, 14-13 MIAA with Friday's win. The Bearcats are in 6th place in the MIAA standings.
Offensively, James Holler was the most valuable player in the game. James hit the 2-run homer in the 4th inning to give the Bearcats all the offense they would need to win the game. In total, James went 1 for 3 with 2 RBIs and a run scored in the game. Logan Rycraft, Ozzie Adams, Garrett Fort, and Kolby Greenslade each earned a hit in the game. Jay Hrdlicka earned a walk as Northwest's catcher. In total, Northwest scored 2 runs off of 5 hits, 2 RBIs, 1 walk, 6 strike-outs, and left 3 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest did not commit an error in the game.
Pitching, Anthony Caenepeel was magnificent as the righty threw 8.1 innings of shut-out baseball against a top notch offensive opponent. In total, Anthony worked 8.1 innings, allowed 4 hits, 0 runs, 1 walk and 7 strike-outs in the game. With runners on 1st and 3rd in the 9th inning, Coach Loe called on Nikko Pablo to close out the game. Nikko was clutch and struck-out the 2 UCO batters he faced to freeze the runners on base and captured a Northwest victory. In total, Nikko worked 0.2 of an inning, allowed no hits, no runs, no walks and struck-out the 2 batters he faced. Huge pitching performance by both Bearcats. Anthony Caenepeel's 2017 record now stands at 6-5. Nikko Pablo's performance earned him his 7th save of the season.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/21/baseball-uco-friday.aspx?path=baseball
Next - Northwest and UCO clash in Game 2 on Saturday, April 22, 2017, at 2pm, in Maryville.
Go Cats!!
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Tuesday, April 18, 2017
Bearcat pitching and defense rebounds but Western wins 5-1
Maryville, Mo. - Missouri Western beat your Northwest Bearcat baseball team 5-1 on Tuesday in Maryville. Northwest's pitching and defense made a terrific rebound following the Southwest Baptist series but the Bearcats could not muster enough offense to run with the Griffons. Your Bearcat bullpen also had a terrific outing and threw nearly 4.0 innings of scoreless relief. Its only a matter of time before your Bearcats' offense explodes with serious run production. Northwest had runners on base throughout the game and just did not come up with the timely hit. With 10 runners left on base, Northwest was just as close to scoring 8-11 runs as 1. The B2R is always optimistic about the Bearcats but this team's offense is primed for a production explosion. With the play-off push well underway, Northwest's offense is about to put the team over the top. Despite the loss, your Bearcats maintain 6th place in the MIAA standings with a 13-13 conference record. The Bearcats are tied with Northeastern State University for 6th place. Northwest's overall record is 24-15.
While the team is disappointed with their 5-game losing streak, your Bearcats played better in today's game. The defense returned to error-free play making. The pitching did not let a single inning get away from them. The bullpen kept the opposing team off the board to give the team a chance to claw back in it. The hitting will come around and I feel bad for the opposing pitching staff that faces a ticked-off Bearcat squad. The B2R is confident with the adjustments made against Western today that Northwest will have a successful upcoming weekend.
Offensively, six different Bearcats had a hit in the game. Garrett Fort earned 2 walks and scored a run in the game as the center fielder. Ozzie Adams went 1 for 5 at second base. Luke Hassman went 1 for 3 (a double) at first base. Jay Hrdlicka earned a RBI and a sacrifice fly as the designated hitter. Kolby Greenslade went 1 for 4 with a stolen base at right field. Alix Herrera went 1 for 3 with a walk as the catcher. Aaron Barratt went 1 for 4 at right field. Logan Rycraft went 1 for 4 at short stop. In total, Northwest scored 1 run off of 6 hits, 1 RBI, 3 walks, 8 strike-outs, and left 10 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest did not commit an error in the game.
Pitching, Eddy Kraber earned the start in the game but picked-up the loss to see his 2017 record go to 2-2. In total, Eddy worked 5.1 innings, allowed 6 hits, 5 runs, 2 walks and 3 strike-outs. In the 6th inning, Austin Battaglia came into the came and worked 2.2 innings, allowed no hits or runs, 1 walk, 2 strike-outs and he hit one batter. In the 9th inning, Nikko Pablo came into the game and worked 1.0 inning, allowed no hits, no runs, no walks and struck-out 1 batter.
NWMSU's article about the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/18/baseball-mo-west.aspx?path=baseball
Next - Your Bearcat baseball team will stay in Maryville this weekend to play the University of Central Oklahoma in a 3-game conference. A lot is at stake for both sides so expect an epic match-up between two proud squads. UCO is 12-14 in the MIAA and 22-15-1 overall in 2017.
Go Cats!!
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Monday, April 17, 2017
SBU wins Game 3 & sweeps series
Bolivar, Mo. - Southwest Baptist beat Northwest 11-6 on Saturday to win Game 3 and sweep the series. Northwest had a tough series defensively and pitching. Northwest averaged over 5 runs per game in the series but allowed nearly 12 runs per game. Tip your cap to SBU as they figured out Northwest's pitching riddle. To oversimplify the complex act of pitching a baseball, Northwest caught too much of the plate and too high in the zone. Despite the tough series, Northwest is 24-14, 13-12 MIAA which is good for 6th place in the MIAA standings.
Offensively, Ozzie Adams was the most valuable player for Northwest. Ozzie went 3 for 4 with 1 RBI, 1 walk, and scored 2 runs in the game. Luke Hassman went 3 for 5 with 1 RBI on the day. Kolby Greenslade went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored in the game. Landon Figg went 1 for 4 with 2 RBIs, 1 walk and 1 run scored on the day. Aaron Barrat went 1 for 3 with 1 walk and 1 run scored in the game. Logan Rycraft went 1 for 2 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored on the day. In total, Northwest scored 6 runs off of 11 hits, 6 RBIs, 4 walks, 9 strike-outs, and left 9 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 4 errors that allowed 3 unearned runs in the game.
Pitching, Brad Roberts earned the start but picked-up the loss in 4.1 innings to see his 2017 record move to 5-5. In total, Roberts worked 4.1 innings, allowed 9 hits, 4 runs, 2 walks and 6 strike-outs in the game. Jacob Wagner worked 0.1 of an inning, allowed 4 hits, 3 runs (only 2 earned), with no walks or strike-outs. Austin Battaglia came into the game and worked 0.1 of an inning and allowed 1 hit, 2 runs (only 1 earned), 1 walk and 1 wild pitch. Nikko Pablo worked 3.0 innings, allowed 4 hits, 2 runs (only 1 earned), 0 walks, hit 1 batter and 1 strike-out.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/15/baseball-sbu-saturday.aspx?path=baseball
Next - Northwest returns to Maryville for a mid-week clash against rival Missouri Western State University on Tuesday, April 18, 2017, at 1pm at Bearcat baseball field.
Go Cats!!
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Offensively, Ozzie Adams was the most valuable player for Northwest. Ozzie went 3 for 4 with 1 RBI, 1 walk, and scored 2 runs in the game. Luke Hassman went 3 for 5 with 1 RBI on the day. Kolby Greenslade went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored in the game. Landon Figg went 1 for 4 with 2 RBIs, 1 walk and 1 run scored on the day. Aaron Barrat went 1 for 3 with 1 walk and 1 run scored in the game. Logan Rycraft went 1 for 2 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored on the day. In total, Northwest scored 6 runs off of 11 hits, 6 RBIs, 4 walks, 9 strike-outs, and left 9 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 4 errors that allowed 3 unearned runs in the game.
Pitching, Brad Roberts earned the start but picked-up the loss in 4.1 innings to see his 2017 record move to 5-5. In total, Roberts worked 4.1 innings, allowed 9 hits, 4 runs, 2 walks and 6 strike-outs in the game. Jacob Wagner worked 0.1 of an inning, allowed 4 hits, 3 runs (only 2 earned), with no walks or strike-outs. Austin Battaglia came into the game and worked 0.1 of an inning and allowed 1 hit, 2 runs (only 1 earned), 1 walk and 1 wild pitch. Nikko Pablo worked 3.0 innings, allowed 4 hits, 2 runs (only 1 earned), 0 walks, hit 1 batter and 1 strike-out.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/15/baseball-sbu-saturday.aspx?path=baseball
Next - Northwest returns to Maryville for a mid-week clash against rival Missouri Western State University on Tuesday, April 18, 2017, at 1pm at Bearcat baseball field.
Go Cats!!
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Friday, April 14, 2017
Southwest Baptist wins Game 2, 17-6
Bolivar, Mo. - A tough day for Bearcat pitching and defense leads to a Southwest Baptist win by the score 17-6 in Bolivar on Friday. Tip your cap to Southwest Baptist as the purple Bearcats had a great approach at the plate, did not swing at many pitches in the dirt, and when they swung it was a nice and quick swing through the zone to punch the ball into play. Joseph Hietpas was the Northwest starter but did not last deep into the game. Northwest's front line bullpen were spent in Game 1 so Coach Loe had to call upon other Bearcat relievers to stop the bleeding. Statisticsally, the bullpen did not do well. But, the B2R was very excited to see how the other relievers used their opportunity and found many silver linings to this rain cloud of a game.
NWMSU's article about the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/14/baseball-sbu-friday.aspx?path=baseball
A few thoughts about the relievers in this game. The B2R liked what he saw from them. The statistics are not hot but the B2R eyeball test left me with positives from these pitchers, to wit:
Cole Otto put in 3.0 innings today. He started sharp but then appeared to B2R to over-throw. Cole was able to make adjustments on the mound though which is tough to do. I liked Cole's stuff and his fight on the mound. B2R sees a lot of good things from Cole as he continues to develop his craft. He isn't the tallest guy on the team but the smaller guys usually have the most fight in them. I can't wait to see Cole again. Very impressed with his upside today.
Jimmy McElwain came into the game and battled through like an upperclassman should. He was about to finish his 2nd complete inning but an error kept the inning alive for SBU and Coach Loe wanted to different match-up. The B2R was very impressed with Jimmy and felt he did an exemplary job of stopping the boat from taking in more water. The B2R has always been a Jimmy McElwain fan. Today was another example why Jimmy is a B2R guy. You stick a guy in a battle when the odds are against him and watch him fight out of it. Jimmy fights. Love that outta him.
Bryce Shea hasn't had much opportunity in 2017. When he got the call to come into the game, I was excited to see him take advantage of that opportunity. Bryce was the Bryce of old, inducing weak grounders and bad contact with his trademark submarine style. Bryce had the best statistics of the day for your Northwest pitching staff and worked 1.1 inning without allowing a run. The silver lining in this series could very well be Bryce Shea if something clicked and everything is in sync with his delivery. Bryce's performance was fantastic. The B2R is really excited to see him get another opportunity to see how he does there because that would give Coach Loe two submarine-style pitchers to compliment his hard throwing 3/4's delivery relievers. Bookmark this entry of the B2R - If Bryce Shea tweaked his engine so his Ferrari of a delivery is in tune, your Bearcat bullpen went from best ever to completely unhittable in my opinion.
Logan Moose's statistics are not going to be flattering but the B2R really liked his performance on the mound today. He was a schmidge away from a called third strike with 2 batters in his performance. Logan is going to be a success in life. He is a hard worker. The whole Bearcat team was rooting for the kid from the dugout and the field. That is evidence the guy is a good teammate and takes advantage of his God-given talent. He is a great guy. A couple of adjustments and he gets out of the inning without a run in my opinion. The B2R was impressed with Logan's fight and demeanor on the mound in this game.
Ross Davis did not have much of a chance to show his stuff in this game. When he came into the game, the SBU Bearcats were steamrolling to a 10-run advantage. The B2R was happy to see Ross get the opportunity to pitch. Despite the outcome, Ross has good velocity on his pitches with what looks to me to be a nice slurve or cutter. The B2R was happy to see Ross on the mound and look forward to his development for more opportunities in the future.
Offensively, Ozzie Adams, Landon Figg, and Luke Hassman were Northwest's most valuable players in the game. Ozzie Adams went 2 for 4 and scored 2 runs in the game. Landon Figg went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI and scored 2 runs in the game. Luke Hassman went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI and scored 1 run on the day. Luke Wilkinson went 1 for 2 as a late-game defensive substitution at first base. Wilkinson also scored 1 run in the game. Aaron Barratt earned the start in right field and went 1 for 4 with 1 RBI on the day. Kolby Greenslade went 1 for 3 with a walk in the game. Logan Rycraft also made things happen by earning a walk and 1 RBI on the day. In total, Northwest scored 6 runs off of 10 hits, 4 RBIs, 2 walks, 6 strike-outs, and left 7 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 3 errors that led to 1 unearned run in the game.
Pitching, Joseph Hietpas earned the start but picked-up the loss to see his 2017 record move to 4-2. Joseph worked 1.0 inning, allowed 5 hits, 6 runs, 4 walks, 0 strike-outs and 2 wild pitches. Cole Otto came into the game in the 2nd inning and worked 3.0 innings, allowed 1 hit, 3 runs, 5 walks, 2 strike-outs, 1 wild pitch and he hit 1 batter. In the 5th inning, Jimmy McElwain came into the game and worked 1.2 inning, allowed 3 hits, 2 runs (only 1 earned), no walks and 1 strike-out. In the 6th inning with 2 outs, Bryce Shea came into the game and worked 1.1 inning, allowed 0 hits, 0 runs, 1 walk and 1 strike-out. In the 8th inning, Logan Moose came into the game and worked 0.1 inning, allowed 2 hits, 4 runs, 2 walks, 0 strike-outs and 1 wild pitch. Ross Davis then came into the game and worked 0.1 inning, allowed 2 hits, 2 runs and no walks or strike-outs.
NWMSU's article about the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/14/baseball-sbu-friday.aspx?path=baseball
Next - Northwest and Southwest Baptist conclude their 3-game series on Saturday, April 14th in Bolivar at 1pm. The game will be a single, 9-inning contest between the two Bearcat squads.
The B2R expects a Northwest victory in Game 3 because the troubles that confronted our boys are an easy fix: play some cards, grab a football and scrimmage in the hotel parking lot, pour hot sauce in some poor freshman's drink and get back to having fun. Baseball is not like football, basketball, or any other sport where you are supposed to succeed more times than not. You don't get to run out the clock when you have a lead late in the game. You have to give your opponent his chance. You are going to fail at the plate most of the time. If Northwest can get back to having fun by stop pressing or being frustrated with an out or a call against them then Game 3 is ours and the rest of the MIAA slate is so, too.
Go Cats!!
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SBU wins Game 1, 7-4
Bolivar, Mo. - Southwest Baptist scored 4 runs in the first inning and never looked back as the purple Bearcats beat Northwest 7-4 in Game 1 at Bolivar on Thursday. Anthony Caenepeel earned the start but had a tough day as SBU was able to bunch a few singles and an extra base hit or two to score the runs in the first. After the first, Caenepeel was able to keep the purple Bearcats off the board in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th innings. In the 5th inning, Northwest managed to score a few runs to close the SBU lead to a 4-3 lead heading into the bottom of the 5th. In the bottom of the 5th, the first SBU batter singled to center field and Coach Loe brought in Quinten VanAckeren to limit any further damage. SBU managed to score 2 more runs while Q was on the mound to make the score 6-3. With runners on first and second and 1 out, Coach Loe brought in Jacob Wagner to get Northwest out of the inning. Wags struck out the next batter for the 2nd out. Jacob then had the very next batter fly out to left field to end the inning. After the 5th, SBU led Northwest 6-3. Southwest would tack on another run in the 6th to make the sure 7-3. Northwest made things interesting in the 9th. Northwest scored 1 run and had the bases loaded with Luke Hassman at the plate. Big Luke was swinging the bat well. There were Northwest fans cheering him on from behind the left field fence with gloves in hand ready to catch a bomb. In the end, Luke's swung his mighty bat and didn't quite have the distance as Southwest caught the fly ball to end the game, 7-4.
Game 2 is Friday, April 14th, 2pm, in Bolivar. The B2R has a good feeling about Game 2. Go Cats.
Offensively, Landon Figg was Northwest's most valuable player. Figg went 2 for 3 with 2 walks, 2 RBIs and scored 1 run in the game. Garrett Fort went 2 for 5 and scored 1 run on the day. Luke Hassman went 2 for 5 with 1 RBI in the game. James Holler earned 2 walks on the day. Logan Rycraft went 2 for 4 with 2 runs scored in the game. "Mr. On-base percentage" Ozzie Adams earned a hit on the day. In total, Northwest scored 4 runs off of 9 hits, 3 RBIs, 4 walks, 5 strike-outs, and left 9 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 2 errors in the game.
Pitching, Anthony Caenepeel picked-up the loss to see his 2017 record move to 5-5. In total, Caenepeel worked 4.0 innings, allowed 9 hits, 5 runs, 4 walk, 3 strike-outs and 1 wild pitch. Quinten VanAckeren worked 0.l of an inning, allowed 2 hits, 1 run and 1 walk in his outing. Jacob Wagner worked 1.2 of an inning, allowed 1 hit, 1 run, 2 walks and 1 strike-out. Austin Battaglia worked 2.0 innings, allowed 1 hit, no runs, no walks and struck-out 2 batters.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/13/baseball-sbu.aspx?path=baseball
Next - The Bearcat clash continues with Game 2 on Friday and Game 3 on Saturday. Expect an epic finish between these two hot baseball teams.
Go Cats!!
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Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Western defeats Northwest 10-5
St. Joseph, Mo. - A tough day at the ballpark ended Northwest's winning streak as Missouri Western won 10-5 in St. Joseph on Tuesday. A combination of the Bearcats' trademark defense with a tough day in 3 errors, an obstruction call for Northwest's first baseman colliding with the Western runner rounding first, bats that started strong but faded until the game was out of reach, and pitching that caught too much of the plate all contributed to the loss. All in all, tip your cap to Western, put it on the record, then forget about it as a day where the breaks were against the boys.
Offensively, James Holler and Luke Hassman were Northwest's most valuable players in the game. Holler went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI in the game. Hassman went 2 for 5 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored in the game. Garrett Fort went 1 for 4 with 1 RBI, 1 walk and 1 run scored on the day. Landon Figg went 1 for 4 with 1 RBI, 1 run scored and 1 walk in the game. Ozzie Adams and Jay Hrdlicka each had a hit in the game. Kolby Greenslade went 1 for 4 with 1 run scored on the day. Logan Rycraft hit a double, earned a walk and scored a run in the game. In total, Northwest scored 5 runs off of 10 hits, 4 RBIs, 3 walks, 7 strike-outs, and left 10 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 3 errors in the game.
Pitching, Eddy Kraber earned the start but picked-up a loss to see his 2017 record go to 2-1. In total, Eddy worked 3.1 inning, allowed 9 hits, 4 runs, 1 walk, 1 strike-out and hit 1 batter. Quintin VanAckeren came into the game and worked 2.0 innings, allowed 1 hit, 1 run, 0 walks and 4 strike-outs in the game. Jacob Wagner came into the game in the 6th inning and worked 0.2 of an inning, allowed 3 hits and 1 run in the game. In the 7th inning, Austin Battaglia came into the game and worked 1.0 inning, allowed 1 hit, 1 run, 2 walks, 1 strike-out and 2 wild pitches. In the 8th inning, Nikko Pablo came into the game and worked 1.0 inning, allowed 3 hits, 3 runs, 0 walks, 1 hit batter and 1 strike-out.
Next - A big opportunity this weekend exists for your Northwest Missouri State Bearcat baseball team. Northwest travels to Bolivar, Missouri, to play Southwest Baptist in a 3-game series. Southwest Baptist is hot and playing lights out baseball. Your Bearcats have won 8 of last 9 and are going into the series looking to make another move in the MIAA standings. Game 1 is Thursday, April 13. Game 2 is Friday, April 14. Game 3 is Saturday, April 15.
Go Cats!!
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Sunday, April 9, 2017
Oh baby what a weekend. Bearcats sweep Lions!
Maryville, Mo. - A thrilling weekend of Bearcat baseball as Northwest swept the Missouri Southern Lions by winning Game 3 on Sunday by the score 4-3. Your Bearcats had a quality start out of Brad Roberts and another shut-down performance by the bullpen in the game. The Bearcat bullpen worked 3.0 innings of scoreless relief. Northwest was down 3-2 heading to the bottom of the 6th inning. Northwest proceeded to score two runs in the bottom of the 6th inning to take the lead. Northwest is now 24-10, 13-8 MIAA on the year. As of 5pm on April 9th, Northwest is in 4th place in the MIAA standings in a tie with the University of Central Missouri.
Offensively, Kolby Greenslade and Garrett Fort each earned co-most valuable player in the game. Kolby, RF/LF, went 3 for 3 with a stolen base and 2 runs scored in the game. Garrett Fort, CF, went 2 for 4 with a stolen base and 2 RBIs on the day. Landon Figg went 1 for 4 with 1 run scored as the Bearcat third baseman. Jay Hrdlicka, DH, went 1 for 3 with 1 RBI, 1 walk and 1 run scored in the game. Alix Herrera went 1 for 4 with 1 RBI as the Bearcat catcher in the game. Herrera hit the game winning run for Northwest. In total, Northwest scored 4 runs off of 9 hits, 4 RBIs, 1 walk, 7 strike-outs, and left 6 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest did not commit an error in the game.
Pitching, Brad Roberts earned the start for Northwest in the game. Brad went 6 innings and earned the victory to see his 2017 record advance to 4-3. In total, Brad worked 6.0 innings, allowed 5 hits, 3 runs, 3 walks, 3 strike-outs and hit 1 batter in the game. Austin Battaglia came into the game in the 7th inning and worked 2.0 innings, allowed 0 hits, 0 runs, 0 walks, and struck out 1 batter in the game. Nikko Pablo came into the game in the 9th inning and allowed 0 runs, 0 hits, 0 walks and 0 strike-outs.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/9/baseball-mssu-sunday.aspx
Next - Your Northwest Bearcat baseball team will travel to Missouri Western on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, at 7pm.
Go Cats!!
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Saturday, April 8, 2017
Hietpas, Bearcat bullpen, & a big 8th as Cats top Lions
Maryville, Mo. - Joseph Hietpas and the Bearcat bullpen came through again as Northwest beat Southern 6-2 thanks to a big 8th inning on Saturday in Maryville. Hietpas did not allow a run until the 6th inning. Hietpas made Southern go 3 up 3 down in the first 3 innings of the game. In the 4th, the only runner that reached base was due to a 2-out bunt. Hietpas reduced one of the most potent offenses in recent MIAA history to a bunt after almost 4 innings of failure. Attaboy Joe. Your Bearcat baseball team is now 23-10, 12-8 MIAA, and currently sit in 5th place by mere percentage points in the MIAA standings.
Hang in there Bearcat fans, this baseball team has a make-up of the 2015 Kansas City Royals team with strong starting pitching, exemplary lights out bullpen, strong defense, and timely hitting.
In the game, Northwest was trailing 2-1 heading into the bottom of the 8th inning. To start the bottom of the 8th, Southern made a few defensive changes to first and second base. James Holler was the first Bearcat batter and was hit by the first pitch of the inning. Jay Hrdlicka promptly laid down the perfect bunt and safely reached base. With runners on first (Hrdlicka) and second (Holler), Coach Loe pinch hit Kevin Handzlik for Luke Wilkinson. Handzlik put down a sacrifice bunt advancing Holler to third and Hrdlicka to second with 1 out. Coach Loe pinch ran Joseph Curtis for Jay Hrdlicka at second base. Kolby Greenslade grounded out for the second out. The runners did not advance with two outs. Logan Rycraft then walked to load the bases with two outs. Garrett Fort came through in the clutch, again, and scored 2 Bearcat runners. Fort advanced to second on the throw. Southern made a pitching change. The pitching change did not work. Ozzie Adams singled to left field and scored 2 runs. Landon Figg singled to right field and Ozzie Adams advanced to third base. Southern made another pitching change. Coach Loe called a double steal and it worked to perfection as Figg successfully stole second and Ozzie Adams successfully stole home. Luke Hassman was then hit by a pitch to put runners on first (Hassman) and second (Figg). Southern made another pitching change. Holler then struck out to end the inning after scoring 5 runs, 4 hits, and left 2 runners on base.
Offensively, Garrett Fort was Northwest's most valuable player in the game. Garrett went 2 for 5 with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored as the Bearcat center fielder. Ozzie Adams went 1 for 5 with 2 RBIs and a run scored as the Bearcat second baseman. Landon Figg, 3B, went 1 for 2 with 3 walks and 1 run scored in the game. Luke Hassman went 1 for 4 as the Bearcat right fielder. James Holler, 1B, went 1 for 4 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored in the game. Jay Hrdlicka, C, went 1 for 3 with 1 walk on the day. Luke Wilkinson went 1 for 3 as the Bearcat designated hitter. Kolby Greenslade, LF, went 1 for 3 with 1 walk in the game. Logan Rycraft earned a walk and scored a run as the Bearcat short stop. In total, Northwest scored 6 runs off of 9 hits, 5 RBIs, 6 walks, 10 strike-outs, and left 11 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 1 error that led to 1 unearned run in the game.
Pitching, Joseph Hietpas earned the start in the game. Hietpas pitched an exemplary game and worked 6.0 innings, allowed 5 hits, 2 runs (1 earned), 1 walk and 5 strike-outs in the game. In the 7th inning, Jacob Wagner came into the game and worked 1.0 inning without allowing a hit or a run. In the 8th, Austin Battaglia came into the game and worked 1.0 inning without allowing a hit or a run. Austin picked-up the win for his effort and saw his 2017 record climb to 3-0. Nikko Pablo came into the game in the 9th inning and worked 1.0, allowed 1 hit, 0 runs, 0 walks and 2 strike-outs in the game.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/8/baseball-mssu-saturday.aspx
Next - Northwest goes for the series sweep on Sunday, April 9th, in Maryville. First pitch is 1pm at Bearcat baseball field.
Go Cats!!
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Hang in there Bearcat fans, this baseball team has a make-up of the 2015 Kansas City Royals team with strong starting pitching, exemplary lights out bullpen, strong defense, and timely hitting.
In the game, Northwest was trailing 2-1 heading into the bottom of the 8th inning. To start the bottom of the 8th, Southern made a few defensive changes to first and second base. James Holler was the first Bearcat batter and was hit by the first pitch of the inning. Jay Hrdlicka promptly laid down the perfect bunt and safely reached base. With runners on first (Hrdlicka) and second (Holler), Coach Loe pinch hit Kevin Handzlik for Luke Wilkinson. Handzlik put down a sacrifice bunt advancing Holler to third and Hrdlicka to second with 1 out. Coach Loe pinch ran Joseph Curtis for Jay Hrdlicka at second base. Kolby Greenslade grounded out for the second out. The runners did not advance with two outs. Logan Rycraft then walked to load the bases with two outs. Garrett Fort came through in the clutch, again, and scored 2 Bearcat runners. Fort advanced to second on the throw. Southern made a pitching change. The pitching change did not work. Ozzie Adams singled to left field and scored 2 runs. Landon Figg singled to right field and Ozzie Adams advanced to third base. Southern made another pitching change. Coach Loe called a double steal and it worked to perfection as Figg successfully stole second and Ozzie Adams successfully stole home. Luke Hassman was then hit by a pitch to put runners on first (Hassman) and second (Figg). Southern made another pitching change. Holler then struck out to end the inning after scoring 5 runs, 4 hits, and left 2 runners on base.
Offensively, Garrett Fort was Northwest's most valuable player in the game. Garrett went 2 for 5 with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored as the Bearcat center fielder. Ozzie Adams went 1 for 5 with 2 RBIs and a run scored as the Bearcat second baseman. Landon Figg, 3B, went 1 for 2 with 3 walks and 1 run scored in the game. Luke Hassman went 1 for 4 as the Bearcat right fielder. James Holler, 1B, went 1 for 4 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored in the game. Jay Hrdlicka, C, went 1 for 3 with 1 walk on the day. Luke Wilkinson went 1 for 3 as the Bearcat designated hitter. Kolby Greenslade, LF, went 1 for 3 with 1 walk in the game. Logan Rycraft earned a walk and scored a run as the Bearcat short stop. In total, Northwest scored 6 runs off of 9 hits, 5 RBIs, 6 walks, 10 strike-outs, and left 11 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 1 error that led to 1 unearned run in the game.
Pitching, Joseph Hietpas earned the start in the game. Hietpas pitched an exemplary game and worked 6.0 innings, allowed 5 hits, 2 runs (1 earned), 1 walk and 5 strike-outs in the game. In the 7th inning, Jacob Wagner came into the game and worked 1.0 inning without allowing a hit or a run. In the 8th, Austin Battaglia came into the game and worked 1.0 inning without allowing a hit or a run. Austin picked-up the win for his effort and saw his 2017 record climb to 3-0. Nikko Pablo came into the game in the 9th inning and worked 1.0, allowed 1 hit, 0 runs, 0 walks and 2 strike-outs in the game.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/8/baseball-mssu-saturday.aspx
Next - Northwest goes for the series sweep on Sunday, April 9th, in Maryville. First pitch is 1pm at Bearcat baseball field.
Go Cats!!
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Friday, April 7, 2017
Clutch Fort delivers again as Cats win with a Walk off
Maryville, Mo. - Garrett Fort had quite a day against Missouri Southern in Game 1 of the 3-game series but nothing bigger than the walk-off single in the bottom of the 9th to win the game for your Bearcat baseball team by the score 7-6 at Bearcat baseball field in Maryville. There are so many story lines in this game. The Bearcat bullpen came through AGAIN and held the Lions scoreless for 4 innings. Quintin VanAckeren, Jacob Wagner, Austin Battaglia, and Nikko Pablo all combine for 4.0 innings and 0 runs. Sprinkle in some bottom of the 9th Bearcat magic and Northwest rushed the field in celebration. With the win, Northwest is now 22-10, 11-8 MIAA.
What a game. Above is the footage of the final pitch.
Offensively, Garrett Fort was Northwest's most valuable player in the game. In total, Fort went 3 for 6 with 2 RBIs and a stolen base. Landon Figg went 2 for 2 with a home run, 3 walk, 1 RBI and 2 runs scored in the game. Luke Hassman went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI and 1 walk on the day. Kolby Greenslade went 2 for 5 with 1 run scored in the game. Ozzie Adams went 1 for 5 with 1 run scored on the day. James Holler went 1 for 5 with 1 RBI in the game. Jay Hrdlicka earned 2 walks and scored 1 run on the day. Logan Rycraft earned 1 walk and scored 1 run in the game. In total, Northwest scored 7 runs off of 11 hits, 5 RBIs, 7 walks, 3 strike-outs, and left 10 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest did not commit an error in the game.
Pitching, Anthony Caenepeel earned the start but did not factor in the game's decision. In total, Anthony worked 6.0 innings, allowed 9 hits, 6 runs, 0 walks, 9 strike-outs, 3 wild pitches and 1 balk in the game. In the 7th inning, Quintin VanAckeren came into the game and worked 0.1 of an inning, allowed 1 hit and 1 walk in his outing. With 2 runners on base and 1 out in the Top of the 7th, Jacob Wagner came into the game and worked another masterful performance. The B2R has given Wags many titles trying to capture the huge performances he has had this season. This performance was so big you can call Wags the Rolaids man. Pop pop fizz fizz oh what a relief it is. Wags shut down the Southern offense for two huge outs to keep them off the board. Fire extinguisher. Rolaids man. Pull in case of an emergency. Just call him a stud. In the 8th inning, Austin Battaglia came into the game and worked 1.0 inning and did not allow a hit or a run and struck out 1 batter. Tags worked a clean inning. The guy is a surgeon on the mound. In the 9th inning, Nikko Pablo came into the game and worked 1.0 inning and allowed 1 hit, 0 runs, 2 walks and 0 strike-outs.
NWMSU's article of the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/7/baseball-mssu-friday.aspx
Next - Northwest and Southern face-off in Game 2 at Bearcat baseball field on Saturday, April 8, 2017, at 2pm.
Go Cats!!
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Wednesday, April 5, 2017
This Week in Bearcat Baseball - New Strike-out King & a 4-0 week
Maryville, Mo. - There is a new strike out king at Northwest Missouri State and the Bearcats went 4-0 in this week in Bearcat baseball. Your Northwest Bearcat baseball team swept the Pitt State Gorillas over the weekend then beat the Nebraska-Kearney Lopers to win all four games this week. All four games were on the road. With this week's success, the Bearcats have jumped in the MIAA standings from 11th to 8th and are now in a play-off position.
During the Pitt State series, Anthony Caenepeel was the story of the series as he struck out 14 Gorillas in a complete game shut out victory in Game 1. Caenepeel became the career strike out leader at Northwest Missouri State University with his performance in the game.
Snapshot of NWMSU - Your Bearcat baseball team is 21-10, 10-8 MIAA at this point in the season. Northwest is 8-3 in Maryville, 12-6 on the road, and 1-1 at neutral site games this season. Offensively, Northwest is batting .285, slugging .419, on-base .376, and scoring 6.19 runs per game. Defensively, Northwest is fielding .970 this season. Pitching, Northwest has a 3.09 ERA and average 8 strike-outs and 2 walks per game.
Bearcats that had good weeks of baseball:
Bearcat bullpen of Jacob Wagner, Quintin VanAckeren, Austin Battaglia, and Nikko Pablo combined for 8.2 innings pitched without allowing a run this weekend. A B2R attaboy to the Bearcat bullpen on an exemplary week of baseball.
Next - Your Bearcat baseball team plays Missouri Southern this weekend in Maryville. MoSo is currently in 7th place in the MIAA standings. Game 1 is Friday, April 7th at 3pm. Game 2 is Saturday, April 8th at 2pm. Game 3 is Sunday, April 9th at 1pm.
Go Cats!!
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Tuesday, April 4, 2017
Groovy Greenslade's Grand Go ahead Gives Glorious Bearcats walk-off, 5-4
Kearney, Nebraska - Kolby Greenslade shows that a little can do attitude goes along way as he hit a game winning double in the bottom of the 9th inning to score Jay Hrdlicka for a walk-off victory over the University of Nebraka-Kearney Lopers by the score 5-4. The game was moved to Kearney, Nebraska by agreement. Northwest's Eddy Kraber has been very impressive as the mid-week starter this season. Kraber had another quality outing in this game. Northwest's bullpen was even better as four relievers combined for 4 scoreless innings to give the 'Cats a chance to win the game. Garrett Fort had a terrific game in the field and in the batter's box against the Lopers. Fort has been a terrific leader in center field for Northwest and a huge offensive spark plug for the 'Cats this season. Fort set the table for the Bearcat line-up and the boys kept fighting until they walked-off the field with a victory. Northwest is now 21-10, 10-8 MIAA in 2017. The Bearcats are now in 8th place in the MIAA standings with Tuesday's victory.
Offensively, Garrett Fort was Northwest's most valuable player in the game. In total, Fort went 2 for 4 (including a double) with a stolen base and a run scored on the day. Ozzie Adams went 1 for 3 with a walk as Northwest's second baseman. Landon Figg went 1 for 3 with 1 RBI, was hit by a pitch, and a run scored in the game. Luke Hassman went 1 for 4 (a home run) with 2 RBIs and a run scored as Northwest's right fielder. James Holler went 1 for 4 (a home run) with 1 RBI and a run scored in the game. Jay Hrdlicka went 1 for 4 with a run scored as Northwest's catcher. Kevin Handzlik went 1 for 3 with a walk as the Designated Hitter. Kolby Greenslade had the game winning double to drive in Jay Hrdlicka to win the game for our Bearcats. In total, Kolby went 1 for 4 with 1 RBI as the left fielder. Logan Rycraft went 1 for 3 as the short stop. In total, Northwest scored 5 runs off of 10 hits, 5 RBIs, 2 walks, 5 strike-outs, and left 3 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 2 errors in the game that resulted in 1 unearned run.
Pitching, Eddy Kraber earned the start and worked 5.0 innings, allowed 8 hits, 4 runs (3 earned), 0 walks and 6 strike-outs. In the 6th inning, Quintin VanAckeren came into the game and had a fine outing. In total, Quintin worked 1.2 innings, allowed 1 hit, no runs, no walks and no strike-outs. With 2 outs in the 7th inning, Jacob Wagner came into the game and worked 0.1 of an inning, allowed 1 hit, no runs, no walks and 1 strike-out. In the 8th inning, Austin Battaglia came into the game and worked 0.2 of an inning. Battaglia allowed no hits, no runs, no walks and 1 strike-out in the game. With a runner on second and 2 outs in the 8th, Coach Loe called for Nikko Pablo to close out the game. Nikko induced a ground-out to second base to end the Lopers' threat in the 8th. In the 9th, Nikko forced the first Loper to ground out to third base for the first out. Nikko struck-out the second Loper for the next out. Nikko ended the inning when the third Loper batter grounded out first base to pitcher covering the bag.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/4/baseball-unk.aspx
UNK's article on the game - http://www.lopers.com/news/2017/4/4/baseball-late-run-propels-northwest.aspx
Next - An absolutely huge weekend conference series for Northwest this weekend as your Bearcats host the Missouri Southern Lions in a 3-game series. Game 1 is Friday, April 7th at 3pm. Game 2 is Saturday, April 8th at 2pm. Game 3 is Sunday, April 9th at 1pm. Missouri Southern is in 7th place in the MIAA baseball standings. Your Bearcats are in 8th place by 0.5 a game. Expect a thrilling weekend of passion and intense MIAA Conference baseball by two proud squads.
Go Cats!!
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Northwest Missouri State University - Caenepeel named MIAA Pitcher of the Week
Northwest Missouri State University - Caenepeel named MIAA Pitcher of the Week: Northwest Missouri State University senior Anthony Caenepeel has been named the MIAA Pitcher of the Week in a release from the league office on Tuesday.
Go Cats!!
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Go Cats!!
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Monday, April 3, 2017
Hammerin' Hrdlicka & the fighting Bearcats sweep Pitt State
Pittsburgh, Kansas - What a weekend. Your Northwest Missouri State Bearcat baseball team beat Pitt State 11-4 thanks to THE HAMMER JAY HRDLICKA's 3 home runs & 4-4 day at the plate plus terrific pitching to sweep the three game series. Your Bearcats are now 20-10, 9-8 MIAA with the win. Northwest is in 9th place in the MIAA standings by percentage points to 8th place Missouri Southern. Guess who your Bearcat baseball team plays this weekend?
Offensively, Hammerin' Jay Hrdlicka was Northwest's most valuable player in the game. Jay had a career day with 3 home runs on the day. Hrdlicka went 4 for 4 with 6 RBIs, 3 runs scored, and 1 walk as the Bearcat DH. Garrett Fort went 2 for 5 (including a double) with 1 RBI, 1 stolen base and 1 run scored. Ozzie Adams went 2 for 3 with 1 RBI, 2 runs scored, 1 walk and was hit by a pitch. Landon Figg went 2 for 5 (including a double) with 2 runs scored on the day. Luke Hassman went 1 for 5 in the game. James Holler picked-up 2 RBIs from 2 sacrifice at bats. Kolby Greenslade went 1 for 4 (a double) and a run scored on the day. In total, Northwest scored 11 runs off of 12 hits, 10 RBIs, 3 walks, 8 strike-outs, and left 5 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 2 errors that allowed 1 unearned run in the game.
Pitching, Brad Roberts earned the start and picked-up the win to see his 2017 record go to 4-4. After a tough 1st inning, Brad settled down and worked 5 more innings of scoreless baseball. In total, Brad worked 6.0 innings, allowed 8 hits, 4 runs (3 earned), 0 walks and 5 strike-outs. In the 7th inning, Austin Battaglia came into the game and worked 2.0 innings, allowed 0 hits, 0 runs, 1 walk and 2 strike-outs. In the 9th inning, Nikko Pablo came into the game to close it out for Northwest. In total, Nikko worked 1.0 inning, allowed no runs, no hits, no walks, and 1 strike-out.
NWMSU article on the game - http://bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/2/baseball-pitt-sunday.aspx?path=baseball
Next - Your Northwest Bearcat baseball team will travel to Kearney, Nebraska, to take on the UNK Lopers on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, at 4pm. Then, Missouri Southern comes into town for an epic weekend match-up between two offensive powerhouses between the Lions and Bearcats. Game 1 with MoSo is Friday, April 7th, at 3pm. Game 2 with MoSo is Saturday, April 8th, at 2pm. Game 3 with MoSo is Sunday, April 9th, at 1pm.
Go Cats!!
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Offensively, Hammerin' Jay Hrdlicka was Northwest's most valuable player in the game. Jay had a career day with 3 home runs on the day. Hrdlicka went 4 for 4 with 6 RBIs, 3 runs scored, and 1 walk as the Bearcat DH. Garrett Fort went 2 for 5 (including a double) with 1 RBI, 1 stolen base and 1 run scored. Ozzie Adams went 2 for 3 with 1 RBI, 2 runs scored, 1 walk and was hit by a pitch. Landon Figg went 2 for 5 (including a double) with 2 runs scored on the day. Luke Hassman went 1 for 5 in the game. James Holler picked-up 2 RBIs from 2 sacrifice at bats. Kolby Greenslade went 1 for 4 (a double) and a run scored on the day. In total, Northwest scored 11 runs off of 12 hits, 10 RBIs, 3 walks, 8 strike-outs, and left 5 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 2 errors that allowed 1 unearned run in the game.
Pitching, Brad Roberts earned the start and picked-up the win to see his 2017 record go to 4-4. After a tough 1st inning, Brad settled down and worked 5 more innings of scoreless baseball. In total, Brad worked 6.0 innings, allowed 8 hits, 4 runs (3 earned), 0 walks and 5 strike-outs. In the 7th inning, Austin Battaglia came into the game and worked 2.0 innings, allowed 0 hits, 0 runs, 1 walk and 2 strike-outs. In the 9th inning, Nikko Pablo came into the game to close it out for Northwest. In total, Nikko worked 1.0 inning, allowed no runs, no hits, no walks, and 1 strike-out.
NWMSU article on the game - http://bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/2/baseball-pitt-sunday.aspx?path=baseball
Next - Your Northwest Bearcat baseball team will travel to Kearney, Nebraska, to take on the UNK Lopers on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, at 4pm. Then, Missouri Southern comes into town for an epic weekend match-up between two offensive powerhouses between the Lions and Bearcats. Game 1 with MoSo is Friday, April 7th, at 3pm. Game 2 with MoSo is Saturday, April 8th, at 2pm. Game 3 with MoSo is Sunday, April 9th, at 1pm.
Go Cats!!
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Sunday, April 2, 2017
Hietpas throws gem, 'Cats win 7-2, now 8-8 in MIAA
Pittsburgh, KS - Your Northwest Bearcat baseball team defeated Pitt State 7-2 on Saturday, April 1, 2017, in Kansas, to win Game 2 of the series. Northwest is now 19-10, 8-8 MIAA with Saturday's win. Joseph Hietpas was terrific and threw a gem of a game. Jacob Wagner just stomped out whatever rally Pitt State tried to pull in the 8th. Nikko Pablo closed out the game in the 9th. Northwest's offense hummed along and put pressure on Pitt State most innings. The 'Cats stole a few bags and nearly everyone in the line-up earned hits. Northwest's dynamic 1-2 punch of Caenepeel and Hietpas has been a thrilling combination for Bearcat fans this season. Northwest's offense was consistent up and down the line-up. The Bearcat defense has been terrific. As a result, Northwest has the opportunity to go for a road conference series sweep on Sunday, April 2nd, at 1pm.
Offensively, Garrett Fort was Northwest's most valuable player in Game 2. In total, Garrett went 3 for 4 (including a double) with 2 RBIs, 1 run scored, 1 stolen base, and 1 hit by pitch. Luke Hassman went 3 for 5 with 2 RBIs in right field. Ozzie Adams went 2 for 5 with 1 RBI, 1 stolen base and 1 run scored at 2nd base. Kevin Handzlik went 2 for 5 (including a double) with 1 run scored as Northwest's DH. Landon Figg earned a hit and scored a run as the Bearcat 3rd baseman. Jay Hrdlicka played catcher and earned a hit, too. Logan Rycraft was the Bearcat short stop and went 1 for 2 with 1 RBI, 2 runs scored, 1 walk and 1 hit by pitch. In total, Northwest scored 7 runs off of 13 hits, 6 RBIs, 1 walk, 6 strike-outs, and left 9 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 1 error in the game.
Pitching, Joseph Hietpas earned the start and picked-up his 4th win of the season. Hietpas is now 4-1 in 2017 after another terrific performance. In total, Hietpas worked 7.1 innings, allowed 6 hits, 2 runs, 2 walks, 3 strike-outs and 1 wild pitch. In the 8th inning, Hietpas struck out the first Pitt State batter. The 2nd batter singled to first base. The 3rd batter doubled to left field and scored the 2nd batter. With 1 out and a runner on 2nd base in a 5-2 game in the 8th, Coach Loe called for Jacob Wagner and his fire hose arm to extinguish the Pitt State rally. Jacob Wagner did his job, again. The first Pitt State batter Wagner faced grounded out to third base. The second Pitt State batter Wagner faced struck out. In total, Wagner threw 0.2 of an inning, allowed 0 hits, 0 runs, 0 walks and struck-out 1 batter. In the 9th inning, Nikko Pablo came into the game to close it out for Northwest. In total, Nikko worked 1.0 inning, allowed 1 hit, 0 runs, 0 walks, hit 1 batter, and struck out 2 Gorillas to end the game.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/1/baseball-pitt-saturday.aspx?path=baseball
Next - Your Bearcat baseball team goes for the road series sweep on Sunday, April 2nd. First Pitch is 1pm. Its going to be a difficult challenge to sweep Pitt State in Game 3. So far this season, Central Missouri and Missouri Western could not do so when they had the chance. Northwest will have to keep the gas pedal down against the scrappy Pitt State team that is finding its way under a new head coach. If the Bearcats execute Coach Loe's game plan with focus and passion they can win this game which will have a dramatic impact on the MIAA standings for post-season play. Game 3 may be the single most important game for Northwest at this point in the season because it could mean being anywhere from 6th place to 11th place. Go get'em boys.
Go Cats!!
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Offensively, Garrett Fort was Northwest's most valuable player in Game 2. In total, Garrett went 3 for 4 (including a double) with 2 RBIs, 1 run scored, 1 stolen base, and 1 hit by pitch. Luke Hassman went 3 for 5 with 2 RBIs in right field. Ozzie Adams went 2 for 5 with 1 RBI, 1 stolen base and 1 run scored at 2nd base. Kevin Handzlik went 2 for 5 (including a double) with 1 run scored as Northwest's DH. Landon Figg earned a hit and scored a run as the Bearcat 3rd baseman. Jay Hrdlicka played catcher and earned a hit, too. Logan Rycraft was the Bearcat short stop and went 1 for 2 with 1 RBI, 2 runs scored, 1 walk and 1 hit by pitch. In total, Northwest scored 7 runs off of 13 hits, 6 RBIs, 1 walk, 6 strike-outs, and left 9 runners on base.
Defensively, Northwest committed 1 error in the game.
Pitching, Joseph Hietpas earned the start and picked-up his 4th win of the season. Hietpas is now 4-1 in 2017 after another terrific performance. In total, Hietpas worked 7.1 innings, allowed 6 hits, 2 runs, 2 walks, 3 strike-outs and 1 wild pitch. In the 8th inning, Hietpas struck out the first Pitt State batter. The 2nd batter singled to first base. The 3rd batter doubled to left field and scored the 2nd batter. With 1 out and a runner on 2nd base in a 5-2 game in the 8th, Coach Loe called for Jacob Wagner and his fire hose arm to extinguish the Pitt State rally. Jacob Wagner did his job, again. The first Pitt State batter Wagner faced grounded out to third base. The second Pitt State batter Wagner faced struck out. In total, Wagner threw 0.2 of an inning, allowed 0 hits, 0 runs, 0 walks and struck-out 1 batter. In the 9th inning, Nikko Pablo came into the game to close it out for Northwest. In total, Nikko worked 1.0 inning, allowed 1 hit, 0 runs, 0 walks, hit 1 batter, and struck out 2 Gorillas to end the game.
NWMSU's article on the game - http://www.bearcatsports.com/news/2017/4/1/baseball-pitt-saturday.aspx?path=baseball
Next - Your Bearcat baseball team goes for the road series sweep on Sunday, April 2nd. First Pitch is 1pm. Its going to be a difficult challenge to sweep Pitt State in Game 3. So far this season, Central Missouri and Missouri Western could not do so when they had the chance. Northwest will have to keep the gas pedal down against the scrappy Pitt State team that is finding its way under a new head coach. If the Bearcats execute Coach Loe's game plan with focus and passion they can win this game which will have a dramatic impact on the MIAA standings for post-season play. Game 3 may be the single most important game for Northwest at this point in the season because it could mean being anywhere from 6th place to 11th place. Go get'em boys.
Go Cats!!
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