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Former Husky right-hander Eric Yost lobs a ball towards home plate. On July 11, Yost was drafted by the San Diego Padres in the 17th round of the MLB draft.

‘He leaves a great legacy’: Eric Yost drafted by the San Diego Padres

Sarah Popeck, news staff August 26, 2023

Eric Yost just added his name to the list of Northeastern greats. On July 11, the San Diego Padres selected Yost in the 17th round of the MLB Draft. Just six days later, the right-handed pitcher made the decision to go pro. “Baseball is something I’ve been doing my...

Northeastern womens hockey alumnus Fiona Rice is honored as an inductee in the Womens Beanpot Hall of Fame. From 1986 to 1989, Rice helped the Huskies to four consecutive Beanpot titles.

Northeastern’s Fiona Rice reflects on her impact upon induction into the Beanpot Hall of Fame

Sarah Popeck, news staff June 13, 2023

At Boston College’s Conte Forum Feb. 7, another Husky entered the Women’s Beanpot Hall of Fame to celebrate her astounding accomplishments. Fiona Rice, from the class of 1990, received the honor alongside Abby Cook of Boston University, Emerance Maschmeyer of Harvard and...

Redshirt junior left-hander James Quinlivan lobs a pitch down the field. Quinlivan allowed two hits and two runs in 3.1 innings against the Seahawks Sunday afternoon.

Huskies take it to the CAA championship, but ninth-inning comeback falls short against UNCW

Sarah Popeck, news staff May 31, 2023

Walking into the final game of the CAA tournament, the Huskies (44-14, 20-11 CAA) had to bring everything they had to the diamond. Northeastern’s 2-1 win over Elon (33-22, 19-9 CAA) Thursday was enough to move them forward, but meant they were facing the first-seeded University...

The Huskies celebrate as graduate student first baseman Tyler MacGregor runs home. MacGregor tallied one run, two hits, and one RBI in the Huskies win over William & Mary.

Northeastern starts CAA tournament strong with win against William & Mary

Sarah Popeck, news staff May 24, 2023

After giving up a series to the William & Mary Tribe (32-24, 15-16 CAA) earlier this month, the Huskies (42-12, 21-10 CAA) redeemed themselves with a 6-0 win to start the CAA Championship on a high note Wednesday afternoon. Northeastern brought out freshman right-hander...

Tyler MacGregor takes a swing during the Huskies weekend series against the College of Charleston. Northeastern took the series 2-1.

Huskies take series against Cougars to finish regular season on top, head to CAA Tournament

Sarah Popeck, news staff May 22, 2023

Stepping onto Friedman Diamond for one last matchup, the Huskies (41-12, 20-10 CAA) concluded their momentous regular season with a series win against the College of Charleston (34-20, 18-12 CAA) last weekend. In game one, the Huskies cemented their win in the first four innings...

Redshirt senior utility player Danny Crossen celebrates as he runs home to score for the Huskies. In Tuesdays game against UMass Lowell, Crossen tallied his 40th RBI of the season.

Home win against the River Hawks brings Northeastern closer to end of regular season

Sarah Popeck, news staff May 18, 2023

As the Huskies (40-11, 19-9 CAA) enter the final stretch of the regular season, they returned home to Friedman Diamond after a seven-game road trip, where they gave up two series — one to University of North Carolina Wilmington (28-21, 17-8 CAA), and one to William & Mary...

Cam Maldonado takes a swing during a game. The freshmans .364 batting average is the second-highest on the team.

Freshman Cam Maldonado is a force to be reckoned with, and he’s just getting started

Sarah Popeck, news staff May 14, 2023

Cam Maldonado stepped onto the diamond for the Huskies just a few months ago, but he has already been a standout for the team.  He has his family, specifically his dad, to thank for the start of his journey. “My dad played baseball when he was younger, so he wanted his...

A runner passes a crowd during the 127th Boston Marathon. The event took place April 17.

Athletes overcome difficulties to flourish in 127th Boston Marathon

Amelia Ballingall, deputy sports editor May 10, 2023

Monday, April 17 marked the 127th Boston Marathon, the world’s oldest running marathon. Nearly 30,000 athletes flocked from around the globe to compete, but despite the event’s fame and popularity, it hasn’t been an easy road for many. “It really was more than a marathon...

Scotti throws a pitch in Saturdays game against Towson. He tallied six strikeouts in that matchup.

Mid-March’s CAA Pitcher of the Week Wyatt Scotti has high aspirations for season ahead

Sarah Popeck, news staff May 1, 2023

If Wyatt Scotti got to tell his younger self — who had big hopes of playing baseball for years to come — that he would be recognized as CAA pitcher of the week in his junior year as a right-handed pitcher, he would be proud of the amazing journey he has had. For Scotti,...

First year Katie Burke performs a backflip on a balance beam at a national competition in Memphis, Tennessee, March 29. GymNUstics placed seventh at the meet.

GymNUstics ends their season placing in the top 10 teams at nationals

Emily Chung, news staff April 25, 2023

Northeastern’s club gymnastics team had their hands full this year, with a busy season that culminated at nationals in Memphis, Tennessee.  The team had a monumental season, planning and hosting its first ever home meet in addition to competing at the regional and national...

Sophomore center fielder Mike Sirota jogs around the bases after slamming a home run in Fridays game against Hofstra. The homer was his first of two throughout the weekend.

After falling short last season in CAA, Northeastern comes out on top with series sweep against Hofstra

Sarah Popeck, news staff April 24, 2023

The series matchup between Northeastern (32-7, 13-5 CAA) and Hofstra (17-22, 9-12 CAA) was a flashback to the 2022 CAA championship, where the Huskies slipped up, falling 7-6 and walking away from the title game empty-handed. Nonetheless, emotions did not hinder their game...

Two people hold a “Boston Strong” sign while running. The “Boston Strong” slogan emerged following the 2013 bombing, symbolizing the city coming together in the aftermath.

Joy, community fill streets 10 years after Boston Marathon bombing

Elizabeth Scholl, photo staff April 23, 2023

Despite the fog, chilly temperatures and rain, participants pushed ahead in the 127th Boston Marathon. This year’s marathon marked 10 years since the marathon bombing, which killed three victims and injured more than 260 others. Official ceremonies commemorated the tragedy...