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Kent State junior Josh Hollander throws from second to first for the out on March 25, 2018. The Flashes lost to Ball State, 7-2.

Offensive explosions lead Kent State to series win over Central Michigan

Ian Kreider April 8, 2018

Kent State scored eight or more runs in two of their three wins over Western Michigan the previous weekend, and that offensive efficiency only improved when they took on Central Michigan.The Flashes combined...

Senior Eli Kraus started the game for Kent State on March 25, 2018, to end the weekend series agianst Ball State. The Flashes lost, 7-2.

Flashes’ offensive firepower plays key role in sweep over Western Michigan

Ian Kreider April 1, 2018

Kent State struggled to produce runs in their last series against Notre Dame, a two-game split; however, that was not the case in their sweep over Western Michigan this weekend.The Flashes (15-9, 4-2 Mid-American...

Kent State second baseman Greg Lewandoski tags out a would-be base stealer from Youngstown State during the Flashes' 7-2 victory on March 20, 2018. 

Flashes split road series at Notre Dame

Ian Kreider March 29, 2018

Kent State has had one constant struggle so far this season: the bullpen.The bullpen came into the series against Notre Dame on Tuesday allowing eight runs per loss. However, it had one of its best series...

Kent State reliever John Matthews releases a pitch during the Flashes' 7-2 loss to Ball State on March 25, 2018. 

Flashes lose first MAC series at home since 2015

Ian Kreider March 25, 2018

The Kent State bullpen struggled two out of the three games this weekend against Ball State, as the Flashes lost their first Mid-American Conference home series since 2015. The Flashes’ relievers allowed...

Kent State pitcher Joey Murray throws a pitch during the Flashes' 3-1 win over Lipscomb on Feb. 24, 2018. Murray struck out seven in a no decision. 

Flashes take two of three at Western Carolina in final nonconference weekend series

Ian Kreider March 18, 2018

Pitching was the key of the weekend for Kent State (9-6), as both of their wins at Western Carolina on the weekend involved a solid performance from the starting pitchers and bullpen. The only loss came...

The Kent State baseball team convenes following a game at Arkansas' Baum Stadium. The Flashes lost the series, but picked up their first win against a top 10 team since 2012. 

Flashes drop series at No. 7 Arkansas, but pick up first top 10 win since 2012

Ian Kreider March 11, 2018

The Kent State baseball team jumped out to early leads in all three games against No. 7 Arkansas this weekend; however, the Razorbacks were able to respond in two of them.Kent State (7-5) faced perhaps...

Kent State pitcher Joey Murray throws a pitch during the Flashes' 3-1 win over Lipscomb on Feb. 24, 2018. Murray struck out seven in a no decision. 

Kent State bounces back with Tennessee sweep

Cameron Hoover February 25, 2018

After dropping a tough series at regional champs Sam Houston State on the season’s opening weekend, the Kent State (4-2) baseball team responded with a three-game sweep during the Southern Athletic Field...

Kent State junior outfielder Reilly Hawkins bunts the ball against Central Michigan at Schoonover Stadium on April 30, 2017. Kent State won 6-5.

Hamilton’s late home run leads Flashes over Canisius

Henry Palattella May 3, 2017

Going into the seventh inning of Kent State's midweek matchup against Canisius College, the Flashes' offense was in need of a spark. The Eagles managed to score two runs in the bottom of the sixth to knot...

Sophomore catcher Tim DalPorto catches a pop fly hit by a player from Youngstown State University on Wednesday, April 13, 2016. The Flashes won 5-2.

Baseball takes down YSU at home

Zach Harley April 13, 2016

Last time the Youngstown State Penguins were at Schoonover Stadium the Flashes walked away with a 12-6 victory thanks to a four RBI day from then-freshman designated-hitter, Brad Hamilton.Wednesday’s...