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Purdue Catcher Connor Caskenette Selected by Miami Marlins in 2024 MLB Draft

Connor Caskenette is heading to the big leagues. The Purdue catcher was selected in 12th round of the 2024 MLB Draft by the Miami Marlins.

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Purdue Catcher Connor Caskenette Selected by Miami Marlins in 2024 MLB Draft

Connor Caskenette is heading to the big leagues. The Purdue catcher was selected in 12th round of the 2024 MLB Draft by the Miami Marlins.

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Purdue coach Greg Goff walks back after talking to an umpire

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Former Purdue Outfielder, All-Big Ten Player Joins Boilermaker Baseball Staff

Former Purdue outfielder and two-time All-Big Ten selection Barrett Serrato is returning to West Lafayette to join Greg Goff's staff.

Illinois Fighting Illini infielder Ryan Moerman hits a pitch

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Big Ten Daily (June 3): Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska Eliminated from NCAA Baseball Tournament

The Big Ten baseball season officially came to a close on Sunday. All three teams that reached the NCAA Tournament — Illinois, Indiana and Nebraska — were eliminated in their respective regionals.

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Purdue Baseball Sets New Attendance Record in 2024

For a second straight season, the Purdue baseball team set an attendance record at Alexander Field. The Boilermakers finished the year with a 33-24 record and were in the Big Ten title race for a majority of the season.

General view of The Road to Omaha statue

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Big Ten Daily (May 27): Big Ten Baseball Tournament to Remain at Omaha's Charles Schwab Field

The Big Ten Baseball Tournament will remain in the Midwest for at least a few more years. The conference announced at Sunday that Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Neb. will continue to host the event through the 2027 season.

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Big Ten Network Televising All 3 Games in Purdue-Illinois Baseball Series

Purdue and Illinois will play a pivotal series to help determine the final Big Ten baseball standings this weekend. All three games at Alexander Field will air on Big Ten Network.

Apr 8, 2019; Chicago, IL, USA; The marquee and scenes outside Wrigley Field prior to a game between

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Purdue Baseball to Play Northwestern at Wrigley Field

For the first time ever, Purdue's baseball team will play at Wrigley Field. The Boilermakers will play Northwestern at the historic venue in the first game of a three-game series. The matchup is scheduled for Friday, April 26.

Gene Keady is honored during the alumni game and intrasquad scrimmage, Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023, at

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WATCH: Gene Keady Gets Standing Ovation, Throws Out First Pitch During Purdue-Indiana Baseball Series

Purdue legend Gene Keady made his way to Alexander Field over the weekend, throwing out the first pitch before a game against arch-rival Indiana. He received a standing ovation from the crowd when he took the field in West Lafayette.

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Purdue Baseball Announces 2023 Schedule

Purdue coach Greg Goff revealed a schedule that includes 31 total games in the state of Indiana.

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Purdue Baseball's Jackson Smeltz Named Big Ten Pitcher of the Week

Purdue lefty Jackson Smeltz garnered Big Ten Pitcher of the Week honors after posting 13 strikeouts in a 2-1 series victory over Indiana. He gave up just one hit against the Hoosiers without allowing a run across eight innings.

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Purdue Pitcher Jackson Smeltz One of Collegiate Baseball's National Players of the Week

Purdue left-handed pitcher Jackson Smeltz was one of 11 players named to Collegiate Baseball's National Players of the Week list. He recorded 13 strikeouts in eight innings pitched during the team's series against Indiana over the weekend.

Basketball

Big Ten Updates COVID-19 Forfeiture Policy for Remaining 2021-22 Conference Contests

The Big Ten announced revisions to its COVID-19 forfeiture policy for the remaining conference matchups.

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Purdue Baseball Announces 2022 Schedule

Purdue baseball will play 28 games at Alexander Field in West Lafayette next season, and 38 of the team's total games will be played in either Indiana or Illinois.

Football

Purdue Athletics to Create NIL Program With Atlius Sports Partners

Purdue Athletics took another step in aiding its student-athletes with name, image and likeness opportunities.

Football

ACC, Big Ten, Pac-12 Officially Announces Historic Alliance

On Tuesday, the Big Ten, ACC and Pac-12 conferences formally announced an alliance focused on student-athlete well-being, academic and athletic opportunities, and other topics across the college landscape.

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Big Ten Announces Forfeiture Policy for Games Canceled due to COVID-19

The Big Ten determined that if a member institution is unable to play a conference opponent due to COVID-19, it would be considered a forfeit and games will not be rescheduled.

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Purdue Baseball Hires Terry Rooney as Assistant Coach, Recruiting Director

Terry Rooney joins the Purdue baseball coaching staff having more than 25 years of coaching experience in college.

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Purdue's Jack Firestone Named College Summer League at Grand Park Player of the Year

Purdue outfielder Jack Firestone was named the 2021 College Summer League at Grand Park Player of the Year.

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Cleveland Indians Sign Purdue Baseball Catcher Zac Fascia to Free Agent Deal

After going undrafted in last week's 2021 MLB Draft, Purdue catcher Zac Fascia has signed a free agent deal with the Cleveland Indians.

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New York Yankees Sign Purdue Baseball Pitcher Calvin Starnes to Free Agent Deal

After going undrafted in last week's 2021 MLB Draft, Purdue pitcher Calvin Starnes signed a free agent deal with the New York Yankees.

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Big Ten Daily: Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy Will Use Part of NIL Deal For Charity

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy will donate a portion of NIL profits to charity. Here's the latest from around the Big Ten.

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Big Ten Daily: 5-Star QB Malachi Nelson Includes Ohio State Football in Top 7

Five-star quarterback Malachi Nelson revealed his top-seven list, which includes Ohio Sate. Here's the latest from around the Big Ten.

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Purdue Baseball's Jackson Smeltz Earns Academic All-District Honors

Purdue redshirt sophomore pitcher Jackson Smeltz boasts the Boilermaker pitching staff's highest grade-point average.

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Big Ten Daily: Nebraska Paying Former AD Bill Moos Nearly $3 Million in Retirement Settlement

Nebraska is paying former athletic director Bill Moos nearly $3 million in a retirement settlement. Here's the latest from around the Big Ten.

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NCAA Approves Interim Policy for College Athletes to Pursue Name, Image and Likeness Deals

College student-athletes across the country may now pursue compensation from endorsements and sponsorships. The NCAA Division I Board of Directors approved an