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Illinois State University's baseball team is set to host Eastern Illinois for their final midweek game of the season. The non-conference match will take place at Duffy Bass Field with the first pitch scheduled for 5 PM.
The Redbirds recently secured a series victory over UIC Flames at home, showcasing strong performances over the weekend.
Eastern Illinois comes into the game with a record of 26-19 overall and 14-7 in Ohio Valley Conference play. The Panthers have won eight out of their last ten games, defeating teams such as Tennessee Tech, Butler, and Southern Indiana. They lead the OVC in several categories including batting average and runs per game.
In terms of historical performance, Eastern Illinois leads the all-time series against Illinois State with a margin of 92-86-1. Their most recent encounter saw the Panthers win 5-3 in Normal last May.
A standout performance from senior Tanner Perry was noted in the Redbirds' series finale against UIC on May 11. Perry pitched a complete nine innings without allowing any runs, marking his second nine-inning complete game this season.
Key players Daniel Pacella and Joe Husak continue to contribute significantly to Illinois State's success. Pacella has achieved notable milestones in RBIs and home runs while Husak has advanced his career saves tally to second all-time for a Redbird pitcher.
Looking ahead, Illinois State will host the Missouri Valley Conference Championships starting May 20 at Duffy Bass Field. This marks the first time since 2019 that ISU will host this tournament. Following their match against Eastern Illinois, they will conclude their regular season with a series against Indiana State in Terre Haute.
Fans can follow updates on Illinois State Baseball through GoRedbirds.com and various social media platforms associated with the team.
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