The Buckeyes’ senior-to-be left-hander might have been taken in the early rounds of the Major League Baseball draft, but wouldn’t budge on his demand for a seven-figure signing bonus. Mark Znidar writes for today’s Press Pros.
Recent OSU Articles
Jun
12
Tigers Take The “Dude” In Draft’s Second Round
Catcher Dillon Dingler gets chosen as the 38th pick of the draft – first pick of the second round – by Detroit, and the only question in the minds of those who’ve watched him play was…why not sooner? Read more in today’s Press Pros feature.
Jun
8
Karaffa Finishes Hot, Key Piece For 2021 Buckeyes
After a slow start for the first two weeks of baseball in Florida and Georgia, freshman Nate Karaffa ignited in the final two weeks to portend big things for the Buckeyes in 2021. Andy Anders writes his story for today’s Press Pros.
May
30
Encore: Ohio State Barges Way Into NCAA Tournament
A crowd of 17,503 watched 7th seed Ohio State pull off wins over Minnesota and Nebraska Sunday to win the 2019 BigTen tournaent title. Andrew Magno, who was voted the tournament’s most outstanding player, clutches the championship trophy. Read Mark Znidar’s encore account in today’s Press Pros inside feature.
May
20
Gene Smith: OSU Could Play Before Reduced Crowds
Athletic director Gene Smith and administration have talked about allowing as few as 20,000 to 22,000 people in Ohio Stadium for football games in order to follow social distancing guidelines. The hope is not to play in front of empty seats. Mark Znidar writes for today’s Press Pros.
May
19
Ohio State Baseball: Clegg Working Hard Despite Grounding
The Buckeyes’ sophomore outfielder from Toronto, Ohio, had 11 hits in 33 at bats in first full season in college. Now, he’s lifting weights in a garage and taking sporadic batting practice until the quarantine is lifted.
Apr
28
What’s Next?: Erwin Working Out To Stay Ready
Sophomore third baseman Nick Erwin has stayed in his off-campus apartment to work out with teammates to be ready for summer ball with Chillicothe Paints. Impressive in his last five games before the Covid-19 virus, he hopes his best is yet to come. Mark Znidar writes for today’s Press Pros.
Apr
17
Beals’, Bucks Deal With New World (Pt. II)…Gloves, Masks, Separation
It’s a new world for Ohio State baseball and baseball in the Big Ten – world of masks and gloves and six feet of separation. And no one can profess to know…what comes next.
Apr
16
Znidar: Day Says Fanless Football Would Be ”Eerie”
The second-year coach of the Buckeyes said Wednesday that players would return to practice stronger and more closely bonded than before the COVID-19 pandemic. Mark Znidar writes the Buckeyes for today’s Press Pros feature.
Apr
14
OSU’s Holtmann Talks Quarantine, Transfers, Future
A ‘nutty’ situation….The Buckeyes have had a lot of roster turnovers with three players transferring out, three transferring in, Andre Wesson graduating, and Kaleb Wesson turning professional a year early. Mark Znidar writes for today’s Press Pros inside feature.
Apr
11
Buckeyes Baseball: Kean Was Just Getting Started
True freshman right-hander from Springboro High School pitched one inning against Harvard before the season was suspended by virus. Could the best – his best – be yet to come? Mark Znidar writes for weekend Press Pros.
Apr
8
How The World Shifted OSU Baseball, And Conner Pohl
What started out as a season of promise for Ohio State baseball has become one of season on hold, then cancelled…raising questions as to what’s next for prospects (like Conner Pohl, below) and potentials alike. Where do they go from here? Greg Hoard writes for today’s Press Pros.
Apr
7
Ohio State Basketball: Muhammad Third Player To Transfer
Rising junior off guard started 56 games in two seasons and averaged more than 25 minutes per game, but that apparently was not enough to keep him happy.
Apr
2
OSU Baseball: Beals Works Phone During Shutdown
The tenth-year coach of the Buckeyes has been texting, having conversations with players about staying in competitive shape by themselves in order to come back strong for fall practice. Mark Znidar writes today’s Press Pros feature.
Apr
2
Ohio State Football: Tight Ends To Play Faster In ’20
Tight ends Jeremy Ruckert (below) and Luke Farrell combined to catch 21 passes for six touchdowns in 2019, and the goal is for them to have a lot more success downfield in 2020. Mark Znidar writes about football…in the absence of football…for today’s Press Pros.
Mar
29
Transfers Aid Ohio State Football, Hoops Like Amazon
Buckeyes add running back Trey Sermon and Seth Towns to plug gaping holes in their lineups brought about by injury and transfers. Demario McCall (pictured) has switched positions for now and being given a serious look at slot receiver. Mark Znidar writes for today’s Press Pros.
Mar
27
Bucks Baseball: Lonsway Plans To Stay In Game Shape
There’s no baseball these days for redshirt sophomore left-hander, but he’s prepared to either resume the Big Ten season…or get ready for Major League Baseball draft. Mark Znidar writes for today’s Press Pros.
Mar
26
Ohio State Football: Linebackers Thinking Versatility
Pete Werner is being tested on the inside and Baron Browning is going from the inside to the outside as position coach Al Washington looks for his men to be able to play everywhere. In the absence of spring football…Mark Znidar shares some insight on Buckeye football.
Mar
22
Ohio State: Don’t Blame Carton For Seeking Fresh Start
Buckeye point guard enters transfer portal after part of one season with Buckeyes…probably as a life choice rather than an attempt to get to the NBA faster…Coach Chris Holtmann must scramble for a replacement. Mark Znidar writes for Press Pros.
Mar
20
OSU Basketball: Carton Enters Transfer Portal After One Season
Four-star freshman point guard from Bettendorf, Iowa, left team to take care of mental health issues shortly after game against Northwestern on January 25 and never returned; Team could be adding Harvard forward Seth Towns as graduate transfer. Mark Znidar writes for Press Pros.
