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Cam Schittler rejoins teammates after game. Schlittler made MLB postseason history as the first pitcher to throw eight shutout innings with 12 strikeouts and no walks allowed. Photo courtesy Jim Pierce - Northeastern Athletics.

Former Husky Cam Schlittler makes Northeastern history in MLB playoffs

Sasha Charles, news correspondent November 2, 2025

Former Northeastern baseball pitcher Cam Schlittler recently faced the biggest moment of his athletic career thus far. The 24-year-old starting pitcher for the New York Yankees took the mound in the series-clinching Game 3 of the American League Wildcard Series against the Boston...

Sophomore first baseman Eric Cha stands stern at bat. The Huskies had a record breaking 2025 spring season.

Fall ball comes to an end in Fall World Series exhibition game

Aadit Ganesh, news staff October 28, 2025

“Fall Ball” for the Northeastern baseball team officially came to an end with an intra-squad exhibition game Saturday, Oct. 25.  The roster was divided into two teams: red and black, with each team having a healthy mix of youth and experience. The game was played at the...

Cam Schlittler pitches the ball April 30, 2021. Schlittler made his MLB debut with the Yankees July 9. Photo courtesy Northeastern Athletics/Jim Pierce.

Former Northeastern baseball star Cam Schlittler makes strong MLB debut with Yankees

Valentina Swan, news staff July 14, 2025

As the 12th Husky to get a shot at the pros, right-handed pitcher Cam Schlittler made his Major League Baseball debut with the New York Yankees July 9. Schlittler helped the Yankees earn the 9-6 win over the Seattle Mariners, striking out seven batters — the most by a Yankee...

Mike Glavin watches the game March 16. Glavin earned ECAC Coach of the Year for the third time in his career and second in three years.

Northeastern baseball continues postseason success with ECAC honors

Bailey Reynolds, news staff June 10, 2025

The Northeastern baseball team’s postseason bid ended with a narrow 3-2 loss to the Mississippi State University Bulldogs during the NCAA regional tournament June 1. Despite the loss, the Huskies continued to be recognized for their record breaking 2024-25 season with multiple...

The Northeastern baseball team embrace one another April 13. The Huskies' season came to an end after their loss to Mississippi State University June 1.

Northeastern baseball fails to reach next stage in playoffs, ending historic season

Siera Qosaj, deputy sports editor June 1, 2025

The Northeastern baseball team (49-11, 25-2 CAA) fell 2-3 to the Mississippi State University Bulldogs (35-22, 15-15 SEC) in the College World Series regional elimination game June 1, shutting the Huskies out from the NCAA tournament and marking the end of their historic season.  The...

Gregory Bozzo slides into base April 1. Bozzo earned the fourth run for the Huskies to win. File photo Jessica Xing.

Northeastern baseball keeps postseason dreams alive in narrow victory over Bethune-Cookman

Bailey Reynolds, news staff June 1, 2025

The Northeastern baseball team (49-10, 25-2 CAA) defeated the Bethune-Cookman University Wildcats (37-23, 24-5 Southwestern Athletic Conference) 4-3 May 31 to continue the postseason run.  Sophomore right fielder Ryan Gerety led off the top of the first inning with a double...

Cam Maldonado hugs his teammates April 13. Maldonado scored the first run in the loss against Mississippi State May 30.

Northeastern baseball falls in first regional game against Mississippi State

Bailey Reynolds, news staff May 31, 2025

The Northeastern baseball team (48-10, 25-2 CAA) was defeated by the Mississippi State University Bulldogs (35-21, 15-15 SEC) in the first game of the College World Series regional tournament May 30, ending its 27-game winning streak. The final score was 11-2. The Huskies...

Players celebrate a victory May 16. Northeastern baseball had only been CAA Champions once prior to their victory May 24.

Northeastern baseball wins CAA Championship for second time ever, punching ticket to NCAA Tournament

Valentina Swan, news staff May 25, 2025

The No. 1 seed Northeastern Baseball (48-9, 25-2 CAA) defeated the No. 2 seed University of North Carolina Wilmington (34-24, 19-8 CAA) with a final score of 9-6 May 24 for the Huskies’ second-ever CAA Championship win. The victory clinched their spot in the NCAA Tournament...

Jordan Gottesman throws the ball April 13. Gottesman threw 12 strikeouts, the most by a Northeastern pitcher since 2022.

Northeastern baseball advances to CAA Championship game for fifth time in history

Valentina Swan, news staff May 24, 2025

The Northeastern baseball team (47-9, 25-2 CAA) beat the University of North Carolina Wilmington Seahawks (34-23, 19-8 CAA) with a final score of 11-1 May 23 to advance to the CAA Championship game.  In the third inning, Northeastern got on the board first with a solo shot...

Carmelo Musacchia runs to the dugout March 23. Northeastern finished the regular season ranked at 19 in the country.

What makes the Northeastern baseball team so good?

Bailey Reynolds, news staff May 23, 2025

The Northeastern baseball team earned the No. 19 NCAA ranking May 19, the highest in program history. The Huskies finished the regular season with 45 wins, the highest in the NCAA, including 16 shutouts and a 24-game win streak.  As the postseason begins, here were the key...

Players celebrate a victory May 16. Northeastern baseball had only been CAA Champions once prior to their victory May 24.

Northeastern baseball shuts out the College of Charleston in their first CAA Playoff game

Valentina Swan, news staff May 22, 2025

The No. 1 Northeastern baseball team (46-9, 25-2 CAA) defeated the No. 4 College of Charleston (35-20, 15-12 CAA) in a 6-0 shutout Thursday for its first 2025 CAA Baseball Championship game.  The Huskies started out strong, scoring two runs in the first inning. Sophomore...

Gregory Bozzo hugs his teammate April 30. The Huskies finished their regular season with 45 wins, the highest in program history. File photo by Jessica Xing.

Northeastern baseball finishes record breaking regular season with series win

The Northeastern Baseball team (45-9, 25-2 CAA) swept the North Carolina A&T Aggies (15-37, 9-18 CAA) in its final regular-season series this past weekend, extending its win streak to 24. The Huskies finished their season with a record-breaking 45 wins, the highest in program...