Dream Season Comes to a Close for Buffalo Baseball Baseball In a season in which so many milestones were reached, it had to end at some point for Buffalo baseball. After scoring 22 runs in the first two games of the Mid-American Conference tournament, the offense wasn't able to capitalize on its chances and lost 4-1 to Toledo (24-32) in an elimination game. The Bulls finish the season with a 33-24 overall record.
Weather Postpones Day Two of MAC Tournament Baseball Heavy rain in the area throughout the day has put a halt to the final three games scheduled for day two of the Mid-American Conference tournament. With the postponements, the Bulls will now play just a single game tomorrow, which will now be later on in the evening as the final scheduled game of day three.
Bulls Blowout Northern Illinois to Stave Off Elimination Baseball A handful of team and individual records were bested Thursday morning, as the Bulls (33-23) blew out Northern Illinois (22-34) with a season-high 13 runs in a 13-0 win. Mike Burke threw his third shutout of the season to tie the all-time record, and Jason Kanzler drove in three runs to claim the single-season RBI record to highlight a big day all around for UB.
Toledo Wins Shootout in Tournament Opener Baseball The Bulls dropped the opening game of its 2013 Mid-American Conference tournament Wednesday afternoon, losing 12-10 to Toledo. It was a shootout, with all nine starters recording at least one hit for each team and a combined 33 hits overall. The Bulls will now play Northern Illinois at 9 am in an elimination game tomorrow.
Jason Kanzler Named MAC Player of the Year; Torgalski Named Coach of the Year Baseball For the second time in the past three seasons, a Buffalo baseball player has garnered the top postseason honor from the Mid-American Conference. Senior outfielder Jason Kanzler was named the 2013 MAC Player of the Year Tuesday afternoon, and head coach Ron Torgalski was also honored as the league's coach of the year, after the two led the Bulls to a 19-7 MAC record and a second place finish.
Six Bulls Make All-MAC Team to Set Program Record Baseball After a record-breaking season both by individuals and the team, another program record was set Tuesday evening, as six UB baseball players were named to All-Mid-American Conference teams. Player of the Year winner Jason Kanzler made the first team along with Mike Burke, while Anthony Magovney, Tyler Mautner, River McWilliams, and Mike Scarcello made the second team.
Tyler Mautner Named MAC East Player of the Week Baseball Freshman Tyler Mautner was named the Mid-American Conference's East Division player of the week Tuesday afternoon, marking the first time in his career that he has earned a weekly recognition. It also marks the eighth time this season that a Buffalo baseball player has been honored, a new high water mark for the program.
Mautner and Second Varsity Eight Named Athletes of the Week
Falcons Walk Off With Series-Finale Win Baseball After earning a come-from-behind victory Friday afternoon, the Buffalo Bulls (32-22, 19-7 MAC) gave one back Saturday afternoon to the Bowling Green Falcons, losing 5-4 on a walk-off double. The loss, coupled with a win by Kent State, robs the Bulls of a regular-season title and gives them the number two seed in the upcoming Mid-American Conference tournament.
Bulls Win Friday Thriller in Extra Innings Baseball The Buffalo baseball team maintained control of its own destiny Friday afternoon, battling back to take a 4-3 win over Bowling Green (19-28, 12-14 MAC). The win gave the Bulls its 32nd win of the season, tying the all-time record set back in 1980, and brings Buffalo's Mid-American Conference record to 19-6.
Burke and Mautner Help Bulls in Series Opener Baseball The Buffalo baseball team (31-21, 18-6 MAC) pulled together a full team effort Thursday afternoon in its series opener at Bowling Green (19-27, 12-13 MAC). Needing to likely win all three games in its final weekend series to ensure a regular season title, the Bulls received season-best performances from Mike Burke and Tyler Mautner to boost the team to the win.
Live Audio Available for Friday and Saturday Games at Bowling Green Baseball The Buffalo baseball team closes out the 2013 regular season with three games on the road at Bowling Green, starting on Thursday. Hanging in the balance is the number one overall seed in the upcoming Mid-American Conference tournament, to be held at All Pro Freight Stadium in Avon, OH May 22-25.
Jason Kanzler Named MAC East Player of the Week Baseball For his efforts in leading the team to three wins during the week, senior outfielder Jason Kanzler was named the Mid-American Conference's East Division Player of the Week. The honor is Kanzler's second of the 2013 season, and his fourth career weekly award.
Bulls Close Home Season With Doubleheader Split Baseball In its final home games of the 2013 season, the Buffalo baseball team staged a game-one 6-3 comeback win, but were unable to keep up in game two against St. Bonaventure, losing 10-2 to earn an afternoon split. With the win, Buffalo moved to 30-21 overall this season, making it just the second time the team has reached 30 wins in the 55-year history of the program.
Elite Eight: Bulls Blowout Redhawks for Series Win Baseball The Buffalo baseball team rode the hot bat of senior Jason Kanzler to its eighth straight Mid-American Conference series victory Sunday afternoon, beating Miami (OH) (23-27, 12-12 MAC), 12-0. Kanzler drove in five runs and Mike Burke threw seven shutout innings to help the team carry its overall lead in the MAC standings into the final series.
Friday Series Opener Postponed Baseball Due to heavy rains in the area, the series opener between Buffalo and Miami (OH) has been pushed from a 6 pm Friday start, to a Saturday doubleheader. Because of graduation ceremonies Saturday morning, the doubleheader will begin at 3:30. Anthony Magovney will make the game one start, with Mike McGee pitching game two.
Baseball Splits Marathon Doubleheader Baseball In a series opening doubleheader that carried well on into the night, the Buffalo baseball team split its two games against Miami (OH), winning the first 7-3, and losing the second 13-5. The Bulls (28-20, 16-6 MAC) broke out the bats for a season-high 19 hits in game one, with all nine position players recording at least one hit.
Bulls Split Doubleheader at Niagara Baseball The Buffalo baseball team split a Tuesday doubleheader at Niagara Tuesday afternoon, winning the first seven-inning game 9-1 before losing game two, 4-3. Ben Hartz was credited with the game one win, moving his season record to 6-1, and Kyle Figgins reached in all four game one plate appearances to lead the offense.
Magovney And Speckman Named Athletes Of The Week
Magovney Named MAC East Pitcher of the Week Baseball Sophomore right handed pitcher Anthony Magovney was named the Mid-American East Division Conference Pitcher of the Week on Monday. The honor is the second of the season, and it comes after the Watertown, NY native's first career shutout.
Bobcats Take Series Finale With Late Run Baseball The Buffalo baseball team was unable to complete the sweep Sunday afternoon, dropping the final of three games against the Ohio Bobcats (12-33, 7-14 MAC), 4-3. The 'Cats took an early lead, and were able to answer any offense UB (26-18, 15-5 MAC) was able to muster.
Bulls Take Series Win in 8-0 Blowout Baseball The Buffalo baseball team could do little wrong Saturday afternoon, matching a season high in hits while winning by its largest margin of victory all season in an 8-0 win over Ohio (11-33, 6-14 MAC). The Bulls (26-17, 15-4 MAC) pushed its win streak to five games, thanks to a complete-game shutout from Anthony Magovney and five batters with multi-hit games.
Bulls Pull Away to Win Series Opener Baseball A patient approach at the plate paid dividends for the Buffalo offense Friday afternoon, as the team drew eight walks and came from behind to beat the Ohio Bobcats (11-32, 6-13 MAC) in the series opener 6-1. The bottom third of the UB order had one of the best combined performances of the season to lead the Bulls (25-17, 14-4 MAC).
Bulls Take Midweek Game Over Canisius, 6-1 Baseball The Buffalo baseball team found offense at just the right times Wednesday afternoon, edging out cross-town rival Canisius (32-12) 6-1 at Amherst Audubon Field. A half dozen UB pitchers combined to hold a powerful Griffin offense that entered the day batting .307 to just one run. Kyle Figgins had a pair of doubles, and Jon Mestas had a clutch two-run single to fuel the Buffalo (24-17) offense.
Magovney and White Named Athletes of the Week
Series Finale at Akron Cancelled Baseball With rain moving through the area until late in the evening, the series finale between the Buffalo baseball team and Akron has been cancelled. With the cancellation, the Bulls backed into a program first, as this becomes the first time ever that UB has gone undefeated in back-to-back conference weekends.
Baseball Sets Modern-Era Wins Record, Downs Akron 7-2 Baseball The offense and defense aligned for the Buffalo baseball team Saturday afternoon, as starting pitcher Anthony Magovney threw seven scoreless innings and Jason Kanzler broke his homerless streak in a 7-2 win over Akron (9-31, 6-11 MAC).
Bulls Claw Back to Claim Series Opener at Akron Baseball Despite falling behind 5-1 after the first two innings of play, the Buffalo baseball team made history Friday evening, coming back to beat Akron 7-6, at Canal Park. With the win, the Bulls moved to 22-17 overall and 12-4 in the Mid-American Conference. The overall win mark matches the modern era record for wins in a single season, set by the 2010 team, and the 12 conference win sets a new high water mark for the Bulls in the MAC.
Wednesday Game at St. Bonaventure Cancelled Baseball After postponing its series at St. Bonaventure in back-to-back weeks, the Buffalo baseball team has again been rained out, as Wednesday's makeup has been called due to rain in the forecast. The game will no longer be made up. The two teams are scheduled to meet in Buffalo on May 14 for a doubleheader.
Purple Eagles Ride Opening Inning to Win Baseball Bolstered by a six-run first inning, the Niagara Purple Eagles (13-27) beat the UB (21-17) baseball team 9-3 Tuesday afternoon. Thomas Richards led the offense with three hits, including a two-run home run, but the Buffalo bats were uncharacteristically quiet for the opening innings of the game.
Burke and Shah Named Athletes of the Week
Bulls Earn Historic Sweep of Kent State Baseball For the first time in program history, the University at Buffalo baseball team earned a three-game sweep of defending Mid-American Conference champion Kent State over the weekend. The Bulls took both games of the doubleheader on Sunday to complete the sweep. Buffalo won the first game, 4-3, and took game two, 3-2. The Bulls are now 11-4 in conference play and sit atop the standings in the East Division.
Bulls Walk Off With Win, Share of Division Lead Baseball The Buffalo baseball team christened its first true home game of the 2013 season in a special way Saturday afternoon, coming from a 5-1 deficit to shock the defending conference champion Kent State (19-17, 9-4 MAC), 6-5. With the win, the Bulls (19-16, 9-4 MAC) are now tied with the Flashes for the Mid-American Conference East Division lead.
Bulls Swept in Mid-Week Doubleheader Baseball The Buffalo baseball team lost both games of its Wednesday doubleheader down the road at Canisius (24-10). A comeback attempt by the Bulls (18-16) fell just short in game one, 7-5, and the Griffs were able to walk off with a 2-1 win in the second game.
Baseball Announces Schedule Changes Baseball The Buffalo baseball team announced a number of changes to the upcoming schedule today, adjusting a number of Big Four games. With Tuesday's doubleheader at St. Bonaventure postponed, a single nine-inning game will now be played next Wednesday. The team will now play a doubleheader at Canisius tomorrow, April 17, instead of the orginally scheduled single game. Finally, next Tuesday's doubleheader at home against Niagara will now be a single nine-inning game, and the return trip to Niagara on May 7 will now be a doubleheader instead of a single game.
Baldock and Speckman Named Athletes of the Week
Burke Nails Down Series-Clinching Win With Historic Shutout Baseball A day after allowing a season-high of nine runs, the Bulls (18-14, 8-4 MAC) turned to its Sunday ace Mike Burke to clinch the weekend series. The junior right-hander did just that, crafting up his second shutout of the season to earn a 4-0 shutout win over Eastern Michigan (15-18, 5-7 MAC).
Eagles Take Middle Game of Weekend Series Baseball The Eastern Michigan Eagles (15-17, 5-6 MAC) defended its home field Saturday afternoon, breaking out for six extra base hits and 14 hits in total to take a 9-2 win over Buffalo (17-14, 7-4 MAC). The Bulls were able to rack up 11 hits of their own, but were unable to capitalize on the opportunities.
Richards Powers Bulls to Series-Opening Win Baseball Boosted by a pair of home runs from Thomas Richards, the Buffalo baseball team (17-13, 7-3 MAC) opened its Mid-American Conference series opener at Eastern Michigan (14-17, 4-6 MAC) with a 7-4 win Friday afternoon. After rushing out to a big early lead, the Bulls coasted to the win.
Magovney Named MAC East Pitcher of the Week Baseball Sophomore right handed pitcher Anthony Magovney was named the Mid-American East Division Conference Pitcher of the Week on Tuesday. The honor is the first of his career, and it comes after a career day for the Watertown, NY native.
Magovney Pitches Bulls to Series Victory Baseball The Bulls won its third straight Mid-American Conference series Saturday, splitting a doubleheader against the Toledo Rockets (11-18, 4-5 MAC) at Monroe Community College. Anthony Magovney went for a complete-game 3-1 win in game one, and Toledo won game two 6-0 over Buffalo (16-13, 6-3 MAC).
Long Ball Gives Bulls Series-Opening Win Baseball After hitting just one home run over the past nine game, the Buffalo baseball team broke out the big bats Friday afternoon at Monroe Community College in Rochester, beating Toledo (10-17, 3-4 MAC) 6-3 behind three home runs and a pair of doubles.
Baseball Doubleheader at St. Bonaventure Postponed Baseball BUFFALO, NY - Due to poor weather forecasted for Olean, the UB baseball team's Tuesday doubleheader against St. Bonaventure has been pushed back to April 16. The Bulls will look ahead now to a crucial weekend series at home against Toledo, starting this Friday at 3 pm.
Thrilling Doubleheader Split Give Bulls Series Win Baseball The Buffalo baseball team's weekend series against Western Michigan came to a thrilling conclusion Saturday afternoon, with the Bulls splitting the doubleheader to earn a series victory. After dropping game one 4-3, the Bulls jumped out to a big lead and held off the Broncos for a 7-5 win.
Bulls Open Series at Western Michigan With Emphatic Win Baseball It was a good Friday indeed for the Buffalo baseball team, as it overcame a two-run deficit in the first inning to win 10-3 over the Western Michigan Broncos (8-16, 3-1 MAC). The Bulls (13-11, 3-1 MAC) relied on a station-to-station offense with only one hit for extra bases, but had four players with multi-hit games.
Alex Baldock Named MAC Scholar Athlete of the Week Baseball University at Buffalo senior baseball player Alex Baldock was named the Mid-American Conference's Male Scholar Athlete of the Week. The conference announced its weekly awards from its Cleveland headquarters this afternoon.
Bulls Drop Big Four Opener to Canisius Baseball The Buffalo baseball team was back in action Tuesday afternoon, playing its first Big Four game of the season down the road at Canisius College. After getting an early lead over the Griffs (16-7), the Bulls (12-11) allowed five unanswered runs and fell 6-5.
Kanzler and Morrell Named Athletes of the Week
Burke Earns Second Pitcher of the Week Honors Baseball For the second time this month, junior right hander Mike Burke has been named the Mid-American Conference East Division Pitcher of the week. It makes it back-to-back weekly honors for the Bulls, and the fourth of the 2013 season.
Burke Pitches Bulls to Series Win Baseball After losing a late lead in the early game of a doubleheader against the Central Michigan Chippewas (10-12, 1-2 MAC), 4-3, junior Mike Burke pitched a three-hit shutout to help the Buffalo baseball team (12-10, 2-1 MAC) win the opening weekend of the Mid-American Conference season, with a 7-0 victory. It was the first time the Bulls have ever won the opening conference series since the program's reinstatement in 2000.
Ninth-Inning Rally Boosts Bulls to Win Baseball After being held in check for most of the afternoon, the Buffalo baseball team saved its best for last, scoring five times in the bottom of the ninth to overcome a 4-0 deficit and shock the Central Michigan Chippewas, 5-4. Alex Baldock hit the walk-off double to drive in Jason Kanzler, after Kanzler had just hit a three-run double to tie the game.
Jim Topps Named MAC East Player of the Week Baseball For his efforts in helping the Bulls to three wins in the week of March 11-17, junior outfielder Jim Topps of the UB baseball team was named the Mid-American Conference East Division Player of the Week. It is the first-year transfer's first career weekly honor, and the third for the Bulls this season.
UPDATE: Baseball Series in Rochester Moved Back Due to Weather Baseball Due to heavy snow in the Rochester area, and even more snow in the Friday forecast, the opening game of the Buffalo-Central Michigan series has been pushed back a day. With the new schedule, UB will host Central Michigan at Monroe Community College for a single game Saturday at 3 pm, followed by a doubleheader on Sunday, with a start time Sunday still to be determined.
Folk's Shutout Win Caps Successful Weekend Baseball Led by a career day from junior pitcher Cory Folk, the Buffalo baseball team capped a marathon Spring Break trip with a 4-0 shutout win over the Dayton Flyers on Sunday morning.
Bulls Lose to Oakland, 8-3 Baseball Looking for its third straight win of the weekend, the UB baseball team stumbled on defense against Oakland, committing a season-high five errors in the game. The Grizzlies (3-10) scored seven runs in the middle innings to earn an 8-3 win over Buffalo (9-9) as the Flyer Classic tournament resumed play at the University of Dayton.
Persistent Offense Yields Doubleheader Sweep Baseball The Buffalo baseball team opened up its four-game series at Dayton Friday, with a doubleheader in the Flyer Classic. The offense cranked out 26 hits over the two games - an 8-4 win over Oakland (2-9), and an 8-5 win over Dayton (3-10). Senior outfielder Jason Kanzler went a combined 5-8 in the wins.
Bulls Lose Close Game at #2 Vanderbilt Baseball The Buffalo baseball team played one of its biggest non-conference games in recent history Wednesday, traveling to Vanderbilt for a single mid-week game against the Commodores (16-2), who came into the day ranked second in the country. The Bulls (7-8) threatened late after a slow start to the game, and had a chance to steal a win.
Bulls Open Spring Break Trip With Loss at Belmont Baseball The Buffalo baseball team started a busy Spring Break week of games Tuesday, taking on the Belmont Bruins in Nashville. Control issues by the UB pitching staff would prove to be the deciding factor, as the host Bruins overcame an early deficit to earn a 9-2 win.
Bulls Split Doubleheader at Memphis Baseball The Buffalo baseball team concluded its weekend series at Memphis Saturday with a doubleheader. The Bulls (7-6) lost game one 9-1, but were able to come from behind and hold off the Tigers (9-5) 9-8 in a wild night cap.
Single-Inning Lapse Costs Bulls at Memphis Baseball The Buffalo baseball team looked well on its way to its seventh win of the season Friday evening, but the host Memphis Tigers scored all seven of its runs in the bottom of the fifth and held off the Bulls (6-5) for a 7-4 win. Mental mistakes, to the tune of three errors and five walks in the first 4.2 innings alone, allowed the Tigers (8-4) to score five of the seven runs unearned.
Baseball Faces Weekend Schedule Change Baseball Due to rain in the forecast for Sunday, the Buffalo baseball team will instead play a Saturday doubleheader against the Memphis Tigers. The series opener on Friday is still scheduled for a 5:30 EST start.
Mike Burke Named MAC East Pitcher of the Week Baseball Junior Mike Burke was named the Mid-American Conference East Division's Pitcher of the Week on Tuesday. It was the second straight weekly honor for the division-leading Bulls, and the first weekly honor for Burke in his career.
Pitching Leads to Series Win at Longwood Baseball One of the strongest pitching performances of the early season was more than enough to offset a slow day offensively for UB, as the Bulls (6-5) earned a 3-2 win in the rubber match of a three game weekend series at Longwood (4-5). Mike Burke earned his second win of the season after allowing just two runs in seven innings, and River McWilliams earned his third save of the season.
UB Bats Come Alive in Rout Baseball After a frustrating day at the plate in the first game of a weekend series against Longwood Friday, the Buffalo baseball team found its power stroke in the middle game Saturday afternoon, cranking out three home runs and seven extra base hits in total to lead an 11-4 rout of the Lancers. Anthony Magovney earned his second win of the season after a solid seven-inning start, and Jason Kanzler recorded four hits and came just a double shy of hitting for the cycle.
Lancers Take Series Opener Over the Bulls Baseball Three runs in the middle innings proved to be enough for Longwood (4-3), who beat the Bulls (4-4) 5-2 in the opening game of a three-game weekend series Friday afternoon. The two runs were a season low for UB, as it was frustrated by an inconsistent offense. Jon Mestas drove in the lone runs for the Bulls.
Jason Kanzler Named MAC East Player of the Week Baseball For his efforts in leading the team to a pair of weekend wins, senior outfielder Jason Kanzler was named the Mid-American Conference's East Division Player of the Week. The honor is Kanzler's first of the 2013 season, and his third career weekly award.
Late Inning Output Caps Weekend Tournament Baseball Three runs in the top of the ninth inning broke a 3-3 tie, and the Buffalo baseball team returns home from an extended weekend series with a 6-3 win over Maryland-Eastern Shore on Monday afternoon. Alex Baldock and Tyler Mautner had two RBI, with Mautner's run-scoring hit coming in the ninth inning. The win moves the Bulls to 4-3 in the early season, moving Buffalo over the .500 mark for the first time since March 10, 2010.
Bulls Power Past Keydets Baseball Spurred on by a strong pitching performance from Cory Folk, and two high-powered innings by the offense, the Buffalo baseball team (3-3) cruised past VMI (1-5) Sunday afternoon, avenging a loss less than 24 hours earlier to the Keydets. Jason Kanzler hit his third home run and extended his hitting streak to 20 games in the process.
UB Baseball Splits Saturday Doubleheader Baseball After poor weather pushed the weekend schedule back a day, the Buffalo baseball team (2-3) split a pair of Saturday games on the campus of Virginia Military Institute. The Bulls beat Maryland-Eastern Shore (1-2) 9-6, but lost to the host Keydets (1-4) 6-4 in the second game of the day.
Bulls Cap Opening Series With Win Baseball Spearheaded by a dominating start from starting pitcher Mike Burke, the Buffalo baseball team tallied its first win of the early season Sunday afternoon, beating North Carolina A&T 10-6. Down 3-0 after three innings, the Bulls dominated the middle innings to get the win.
Play Ball! Bulls Open Season at North Carolina A&T Baseball The 2013 UB baseball season will see its first pitch Friday afternoon, as the Bulls head south for three games at North Carolina A&T. The two teams will play a Friday doubleheader at 2 pm, followed by a single game on either Saturday or Sunday, depending on the weather forecast.
Bulls Drop Opening Day Doubleheader Baseball The Buffalo baseball team started its 2013 season Friday with a pair of games at North Carolina A&T. The Bulls lost game one 6-3, then lost game two 6-5 on a walk-off hit from the Aggies.
Baseball Staff to Host President's Week Camps Baseball The Buffalo baseball coaching staff will be holding a President's Week Skills Camp on Feb. 19 and 20 at the North Amherst Recreation Center for kids aged 6-12.
Pollock and Kanzler Make College Sports Madness All-MAC Preseason Teams Baseball After keying the Buffalo baseball team to its first-ever trip to the Mid-American Conference tournament, senior outfielders Matt Pollock and Jason Kanzler were named to the College Sports Madness preseason All-MAC teams. Pollock earned the first team nod after making the all-conference team last season, and Kanzler is on the second team.
Division Of Athletics Posts Program-Best 3.039 GPA The University at Buffalo Division of Athletics finished an exceptional semester in the classroom in the Fall of 2012, post a school-best 3.039 GPA. This marked the first time that the Athletic Department has surpassed a 3.0 GPA in back-to-back semesters.
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Kanzler Honored for Gold Glove Award Baseball Junior outfielder Jason Kanzler was honored at halftime of a men's basketball game recently after receiving his award after being named as one of just nine Division I players in the nation to earn a spot on the ABCA's Rawlings Gold Glove Award team for defensive excellence. Kanzler becomes the first Buffalo player and the second player among all Mid-American Conference schools to win the award since it's inception in 2007.
Buffalo Baseball Announces 2013 Schedule Baseball After losing just two starters from a team that reached the Mid-American Conference tournament for the first time in program history and making the semifinals, the Buffalo Bulls baseball team is motivated to take the next step. The team announced its 2013 schedule Friday afternoon, with non-conference games against top national programs as well as another year fighting it out in a deep conference.
Baseball Staff to Host Holiday Skill Camps Baseball The coaching staff of the Buffalo Bulls baseball team will hold four separate sessions to allow baseball players of all ages to learn the fundamentals and improve their all-around game. One session will be a Holiday Camp for players ages 6-12, and another is a two-day Showcase Camp for high school and junior college players looking to show off their skills.
UB Coaching Staff to Host Two Prospect Camps Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball coaching staff will hold a pair of prospect camps for 2013, 2014, and 2015 graduates, as well as junior college athletes. The camps will be held Sept. 23 and Oct. 7 at the Northtown Center of Amherst off Millersport Highway.
Former Bull Steve Geltz Gets Call To The Majors Baseball Former University at Buffalo baseball player and Ransomville, NY native Steve Geltz has been called up to the Anaheim Angels, the organization announced early Saturday morning.
Summer League Action Winds Down for Handful of Bulls Baseball As the 2012 summer baseball league schedule comes to the close, 11 Buffalo baseball players will cap off positive stints in leagues all over the country. Matt Pollock, Jason Kanzler, and Alex Baldock made their respective league's All-Star Games, while others earned valuable experience over the past few months.
Alex Baldock and Matt Pollock Named to Academic All-MAC Team Baseball Juniors Alex Baldock and Matt Pollock were named to the Mid-American Conference's Academic team Thursday, as voted by faculty athletic representatives at MAC institutions. The duo's honor mark the first time under head coach Ron Torgalski that the Bulls had multiple players make the list, which this season consisted of 21 players.
Cameron Copping Inks Free Agent Deal With Seattle Mariners Baseball Fresh off a stellar season leading a much-improved Buffalo Bulls pitching staff, recent graduate Cameron Copping signed a minor league contract to play in the Seattle Mariners' farm system Thursday afternoon. The 6-foot-6-inch righty is the second Buffalo player to sign with a major league team this month, joining battery mate and Colorado Rockie Tom Murphy.
Pollock and Murphy Named to 2012 NCAA Mideast Region Teams Baseball Postseason honors continue to roll in for the 2012 Buffalo baseball team. Just a week after Jason Kanzler earned the school's first ever Gold Glove award, the team placed two players on the 2012 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Mideast Region Teams. Junior outfielder Matt Pollock earned first team honors, while recent Colorado Rockies draftee Tom Murphy was named to the regional second team.
Jason Kanzler Earns Rawlings Gold Glove Baseball Junior outfielder Jason Kanzler was named as one of just nine Division I players in the nation to earn a spot on the ABCA's Rawlings Gold Glove Award team for defensive excellence. Kanzler becomes the first Buffalo player and the second player among all Mid-American Conference schools to win the award since it's inception in 2007.
#10 Baseball Makes Splash in First MAC Tournament Baseball The team needed all 52 games of the regular season, but the Buffalo Bulls baseball team made the Mid-American Conference’s postseason tournament for the first time ever in 2012, beating Bowling Green 8-5 on May 19 to earn the eighth and final spot in the double elimination tournament. Not satisfied with just getting there, the Bulls also upset #4 seed Ohio 6-5 and also sent home #5 seed Western Michigan 10-8 all within a 24-hour span.
UB Athletics Posts Highest GPA in School History University at Buffalo student-athletes posted a 3.001 grade point average during the spring 2012 semester. It was the highest GPA in school history and the first time the department had a collective 3.0 GPA.
Tom Murphy Drafted in the Third Round of MLB Draft Baseball Capping off a career that saw him leave his name all over the Buffalo baseball record books, junior catcher Tom Murphy was drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the third round of the 2012 Major League Baseball first-year player draft, 105 overall. He is the highest of the three players taken in the draft since the program's reinstatement, and in the program's history, he was the earliest drafted player since Peter Grimm went 56 overall in 1983.
Alex Baldock Named to MAC All Tournament Team Baseball Fresh off a week in which he helped lead the Buffalo baseball team to a pair of wins in the Mid-American Conference tournament, junior Alex Baldock was named one of just ten players on the All Tournament team.
Baldock Shines as Bulls Advance to MAC Tournament Semifinal Baseball
2012 Baseball Season Ends in MAC Semifinals; Murphy Sets HR Record Baseball The Buffalo baseball team huddles up after every game, win or lose, but Friday evening there was a different feel to the meeting. The Bulls lost 8-3 to the number one seed Kent State in the Mid-American Conference tournament’s semifinal round to end its season, but so many boundaries were pushed by the 2012 team that not one single head was down.
Baldock's Heroics Lead UB to Walk-Off Win Baseball Facing potential elimination in its first-ever appearance in the Mid-American Conference tournament, the Buffalo Bulls turned to its veterans Wednesday afternoon, walking off with a 6-5 win in the tenth inning on a double from junior Alex Baldock. The first baseman hit a two-out double to right center field to plate Matt Pollock to ensure the Bulls will play into Friday.
Bulls Hope to Make a Splash in MAC Tournament Debut Baseball Under the bright lights of All Pro Freight Stadium Thursday night, a new chapter in Buffalo baseball will be written as the Bulls will play in its first-ever Mid-American Conference tournament game. After closing out the 2012 regular season with a win over Bowling Green to earn the eighth seed in the tournament, the team will face the number one overall seed Kent State. First pitch Wednesday will be at 7:30 pm.
UB Offense Stymied in MAC Tournament Opener Baseball Facing the number one overall seed in the Mid-American Conference in its first ever trip to the postseason tournament, the Buffalo baseball team (18-35) knew the odds were stacked against them. Adding in the fact that it would face the conference's top starting pitcher and total offense, the Bulls were stifled in its tournament debut Wednesday evening, losing 9-0 to Kent State (38-17).
Listen to UB Baseball at the MAC Tournament Baseball As the University at Buffalo baseball team takes the field for the first time at the Mid-American Conference Baseball Tournament on Wednesday, www.buffalobulls.com will have free live audio of all of the action.
Program-Record Four Bulls Earn Postseason Conference Honors Baseball In a year full of firsts for the Buffalo baseball program, another impressive milestone was passed on Tuesday as a record four Bulls were honored with spots on the Mid-American Conference's All-MAC teams. Tom Murphy and Matt Pollock earned first-team honors, while Jason Kanzler and Cameron Copping made the second team.
Kanzler Earns Second Straight MAC East Player of the Week Honors Baseball Jason Kanzler continues to be a terror at the plate in the month of May, racking up another nine hits (including five extra-base hits) in leading the Bulls to its first-ever appearance in the Mid-American Conference tournament. For his efforts over the team's five games last week, the junior earned his second straight Mid-American Conference East Division Player of the Week Honors.
At Last! Bulls Clinch MAC Tournament Berth in Season Finale Baseball At long last, the Buffalo baseball team has made it. For the first time since joining the Mid-American Conference for baseball in 2000, the Bulls earned a trip to the conference tournament Saturday afternoon thanks to an 8-5 win over Bowling Green. The win, coupled with an Akron loss at Kent State, helped Buffalo clinch the eighth and final spot in the tournament, which starts May 23.
Playoff Hopes Take A Hit As Bulls Fall To Bowling Green Baseball After scoring 14 runs in the series opener yesterday, the University at Buffalo baseball team managed just three runs, falling to Bowling Green on Friday afternoon, 6-3.
Copping's Career Day Helps Boost Playoff Hopes Baseball In his last regular season start as a UB Bull, Cameron Copping made sure it would be memorable. The senior threw a complete game seven-hitter and was buoyed by 14 runs by the offense as Buffalo thrashed Bowling Green Thursday afternoon 14-0. The win eliminated the Falcons from postseason contention and kept Buffalo's slim hopes very much alive.
Bulls Close 2012 Regular Season With Much at Stake Baseball While six of the eight seeds in the upcoming Mid-American Conference have been clinched already, the final two spots linger within range of the Buffalo baseball team. The Bulls close out the 2012 regular season with three games against East division rival Bowling Green on Thursday, with four teams vying for just two spots.
Bulls Split Non-Conference Finale With Bonnies Baseball In its final non-conference series of the 2012 season, the Buffalo Bulls (16-33) split its Tuesday doubleheader with St. Bonaventure (21-24). Behind a complete-game win from Dan Ginader, the Bulls took game one 6-1, but control issues from the UB pitching staff gave the Bonnies an 11-4 win in game two.
Big Weekend Nets Kanzler MAC East Player of the Week Honor Baseball After setting a program record for hits in a game and batting .733 over Buffalo's three-game series against Eastern Michigan, junior outfielder Jason Kanzler was named the Mid-American Conference's East Division Player of the Week. The honor was the first ever for the Penfield, NY native and it's the third time this season that a UB player earned a weekly MAC award.
Wild Play Robs Bulls of Sunday Victory Baseball Despite a career day from sophomore starting pitcher Mike Burke, a two-out rally from Eastern Michigan (24-25, 14-10 MAC) coupled with a critical error allowed the Eagles to score four runs in the top of the ninth to steal the series victory from from the Bulls (15-32, 8-15 MAC), 4-3, on Sunday afternoon.
Bulls Lose Saturday Contest in Furious Finish Baseball With both teams combining for eight runs over the final two innings of the game Saturday, the Eastern Michigan Eagles (23-25, 13-10 MAC) were able to hold off multiple comeback attempts by the Bulls (15-31, 8-14 MAC) and earned an 11-7 win.
Bulls Slug Their Way To 18-3 Victory Baseball Led by a school-record 6-for-6 performance from junior Jason Kanzler, the University at Buffalo baseball team (15-30, 8-13 MAC) pounded out a season-high 28 hits en route to an 18-3 victory over Eastern Michigan (22-25, 12-10 MAC) on Friday afternoon at Amherst Audubon Field. Kanzler also tied a modern day program record with three stolen bases in the game.
Kanzler's Dazzling Day Leads UB to Series Win Baseball Powered by Jason Kanzler's career-best five runs batted in, the Bulls (14-30, 7-13 MAC) continued its late season charge to the Mid-American Conference tournament Sunday with a 6-2 win over the Toledo Rockets (24-23, 13-8 MAC). It was the team's third series win over the past four conference weekends, and it keeps it in the running for the final spot in the looming May 23 tournament.
Offense Fizzles in Loss to Toledo Baseball After a power surge led the team to a series-opening win on Friday, the Buffalo offense went quiet Saturday afternoon, losing 3-0 to the Toledo Rockets (24-22, 13-7 MAC). Jeff Thompson allowed two runs to take the tough loss, and Mike Burke led the team with two hits.
Trio of Home Runs Support Copping's Productive Day Baseball From the first at bat of the game, the Buffalo baseball team was prepared. Despite a nearly 90-minute delay due to poor weather, the Bulls struck hard and fast against the Toledo Rockets, winning 5-1 Friday evening in the series opener.
Offense Stalls in Doubleheader Loss to Niagara Baseball The Buffalo baseball team dropped both games of a mid-week doubleheader Wednesday to Big Four rival Niagara in a pair of seven-inning games, 4-3 and 5-1. Despite the games being played at Amherst Audubon Field, the Bulls were the away team for the games, which was due to the pair being a makeup of yesterday's postponed series in Niagara.
Scheduled Tuesday Doubleheader Moved to Wednesday at Home Baseball Due to heavy rain overnight, the originally scheduled doubleheader Tuesday at Niagara against the Purple Eagles will now be held Wednesday at Amherst Audubon Field. The two teams will still play a pair of seven-inning games starting at 3 pm.
Pair of Defensive Miscues Give Miami Sunday Victory Baseball For the third straight game this weekend, the Bulls ran out to a quick lead on Sunday, but two defensive errors led to four unearned runs and allowed the Miami (OH) Redhawks to come from behind and spoil the home team's attempt at a series sweep, winning 6-5.
Early Power Surge Leads Bulls to Win Baseball Buoyed by four runs in the first three innings of the game, the Buffalo Bulls earned a series victory Saturday afternoon with a 4-2 win over the Miami (OH) Redhawks. Pitching to contact all afternoon, starter Jeff Thompson earned the win thanks to efficient pitching and a stellar defensive effort behind him.
UPDATE: Series Opener With Miami (OH) Pushed Back to 4 pm First Pitch Baseball The Buffalo baseball team hopes to end the month of April on a positive note, hosting Mid-American Conference East division rival Miami (OH) this weekend. The Bulls (10-26, 3-11 MAC) have lost six straight games and need a strong weekend to remain in the hunt for a spot in the upcoming conference tournament.
Well-Rounded Effort Earns UB a Critical Win Baseball The Bulls did a little bit of everything well Friday afternoon, beating Miami (OH) 9-3 at Amherst Audubon Field. Behind seven strong innings from starter Cameron Copping, and the highest run total in its 15 Mid-American Conference games, Buffalo never trailed and picked up a crucial East Division win.
Bobcats Cap Sweep with 4-1 Win Baseball The Buffalo baseball team 10-26, 3-11 MAC) was held to its lowest hit total of the season Sunday afternoon, scraping only a lone run in a 4-1 loss to the Ohio Bobcats (22-17,11-4 MAC).
Bulls Drop 5-3 Decision at Ohio Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team dropped a 5-3 decision at Ohio on Saturday evening. The Bulls couldn’t overcome an early 5-0 deficit and dropped to 3-10 in Mid-American Conference play.
Bulls Drop Series Opener at Ohio Baseball Despite a resurgence of power from Tom Murphy and a nearly 2-to-1 advantage in hits, the Bulls were unable to pull out a win Friday evening against the Ohio Bobcats, losing 6-4. Four players had a pair of hits for UB (10-24, 3-9 MAC), who owned an 11-6 advantage in hits, but a rare rough patch for starter Cameron Copping proved to be just enough for Ohio (20-17, 9-4 MAC).
Control Woes Doom Bulls in Loss to Canisius Baseball The Buffalo baseball team capped its seven-game home stand Wednesday afternoon, losing to rival Canisius 14-4. For just the second time all season, the Bulls were unable to draw a single walk on offensive, while its pitching staff walked seven and allowed 16 hits.
Cameron Copping Named MAC East Pitcher of the Week Baseball After cruising to his third straight dominant effort against a Mid-American Conference opponent, senior righthander Cameron Copping was named the conference's East Division Pitcher of the Week. The Temple City, CA native is the first Bulls to win a weekly conference award since May 9 of the 2011 season, and he is the first UB pitcher to win since March of 2010.
Bulls Overpowered in Doubleheader Sweep Baseball Inconsistent pitching plagued the Buffalo baseball team Tuesday in its doubleheader against rival Niagara (15-18), leading to a pair of losses. The Bulls (10-22) had a number of solid individual performances, but could not overcome an eager opposition and dropped game one 9-6 and game two 12-5.
Bulls Clinch Series Over Akron With Walk-Off Win Baseball After a season in which nearly half of its losses came on walk-off hits by the opposition, the Buffalo baseball team finally got one back.
Bulls Split Doubleheader with Akron in Wild Series Opener Baseball It was a long day at the ballpark Friday afternoon, with the Buffalo Bulls (9-20, 2-8 MAC) scheduled to play two games against Mid-American Conference east division rival Akron (14-20, 7-4 MAC). While game one cruised to a quick finish and a 3-2 UB win, game two went 16 innings before Akron pulled out the 5-4 win. The Bulls tied game two up in the bottom of the ninth inning to force the record-setting bonus baseball.
Bulls Snap Losing Streak in Style, Beating Canisius 13-4 Baseball Needing to regain its swagger after a frustrating weekend on the road, the Buffalo baseball team came out with a purpose Tuesday afternoon and put together a complete effort, beating Big Four rival Canisius 13-4. Combining a solid start from pitcher Mike Burke and a return to form from the offense, the Bulls cruised to a win that snapped its nine-game losing streak and earned its first home win of the season.
Kent State Completes Weekend Sweep Baseball The Buffalo Bulls ended its three-game series against Kent State Sunday afternoon, losing to the Golden Flashes 6-3. After surrendering early leads to the Flashes in the first two games of the series, the Bulls found themselves in an early hole and were unable to get back on top.
Late Rally from Kent State Downs UB Baseball After a quiet five innings, Mid-American Conference East division rivals Buffalo (7-18, 1-6 MAC) and Kent State (17-13, 8-0 MAC) both came out of their shells Saturday afternoon and scored the game's nine total runs in the 6th, 7th and 8th innings. The Bulls struck first but came up short, losing 6-3.
Bulls Open MAC East Play at Kent State Baseball After two straight weekend against Mid-American Conference West Division opponents, the Buffalo baseball team (7-16, 1-4 MAC) will open its Eastern Division schedule with three games against the Kent State Golden Flashes (15-13, 6-0 MAC).
Heartbreaking Finish Drops Bulls in MAC East Opener Baseball It was a classic pitcher's duel Friday afternoon when the Bulls traveled to the Mid-American Conference's front-runner Kent State. Cameron Copping followed up 10 scoreless innings in his previous start with another outstanding day, but the Golden Flashes were able to take advantage of the UB bullpen and scored three runs in the bottom of the ninth to steal the series opener 5-4.
Bulls Swept in Tuesday Doubleheader Baseball The Buffalo baseball team lost both of its games Tuesday to Big Four rival St. Bonaventure, dropping the first seven-inning game 7-6 after a ferocious comeback, and 8-4 in game two. Matt Pollock had five hits over the two games.
Sunday Series Finale Cancelled Baseball Due to heavy rain in the area and a lightning sighting, Sunday's series finale against Western Michigan has been officially cancelled.
Comeback Attempt Falls Short in 6-4 Loss Baseball The Buffalo baseball team dropped the second of a three-game series to Western Michigan Saturday afternoon, losing 6-4 to the Broncos. The Bulls (7-14, 1-4 MAC) put the ball in play throughout the game but were unable to get the ball past the defense, striking out a season-low four times but only scoring four runs.
Bulls Hope for Successful Home Weekend Baseball Though the weather might not be welcoming, the Buffalo baseball team will be more than happy to take the field on Friday for its first game at Amherst Audubon Field for the 2012 season. The Bulls (7-12, 1-2 MAC) will play three games against Mid-American Conference West Division foe Western Michigan (11-10, 3-0 MAC). Due to inclement weather in the forecast, game one on Friday has been moved up to 1 pm.
Copping's Gem Not Enough in Extra-Inning Loss Baseball Despite a sparkling performance from senior starting pitcher Cameron Copping, the Buffalo offense could not push across a run Friday afternoon, and lost 2-0 in a 12-inning home opener against Western Michigan. Copping pitched 10 innings and allowed only three hits for a career game.
Power-Hitting Bulls Unable to Complete Comeback at Canisius Baseball Despite hitting four home runs, the Buffalo baseball team (7-12) could not scrape together enough runs and lost 8-6 to Big Four rival Canisius (13-13) Wednesday afternoon. Matt Pollock hit two solo home runs on the day, but the team only had eight total hits and one walk.
Defensive Mistakes Doom Bulls in Loss at Central Michigan Baseball After holding off a late rally from Central Michigan not 24 hours ago, the Buffalo Bulls could not duplicate the outcome, losing for the sixth time this season on the final at-bat and falling 14-13 Sunday afternoon to the Chippewas. There were plenty of bright spots on offense, with the team raking 19 hits and seven players posting two hits or more, but the defense committed four errors that gave the home team enough extra room to stage the come-from-behind win.
Bulls Fight Through Slugfest, Win at Central Michigan Baseball Fueled by an eight-run third inning, the Buffalo baseball team got back to what it does best Saturday afternoon, beating Central Michigan 11-10. After a season mired by numerous walk-off losses, the UB pitching staff found some redemption and held off the Chippewas' late charge to put the team in position to earn a critical conference series win in tomorrow's rubber match. Mike Burke went a perfect 4-4 at the plate and pitched two innings of relief for his first career save as well.
Bulls Prepare to Open Conference Action at Central Michigan Baseball After ending the major portion of its non-conference season with a 6-9 record, the Bulls baseball team will travel to Mount Pleasant, MI for the beginning of its Mid-American Conference season with three games against defending Western Division champs Central Michigan (9-12).
Bulls Lose 7-2 in Conference Opener Baseball The Buffalo offense continued to find consistency Friday afternoon, losing its conference opener to Central Michigan 7-2. After 12 straight games with double digit hits that carried it to a 6-6 record in that span, the Bulls had its third straight game with single digit hits that led to a fourth straight loss.
Tickets Now Available for MAC Baseball Tournament Baseball Tickets are now on sale for the 2012 MAC Baseball Tournament. This year’s tournament will take place May 23-26 and will be held at All Pro Freight Stadium in Avon, Ohio. Come to the Freight to check out all of the great action, as teams from the MAC collide to decide who will advance to the NCAA tournament.
Villanova Comes from Behind to Down the Bulls Baseball For the second time this season, the Buffalo baseball team (6-9) fell victim on back-to-back games on the final at bat, losing Sunday afternoon 5-4 to Villanova. After earning a 4-0 lead early in the game, the Wildcats (13-7) chipped away before scoring twice in the ninth inning.
Bulls Drop Pitcher's Duel to St. Joe's Baseball Despite a stellar performance on the mound from senior starting pitcher Kevin Hughes, the Buffalo baseball team dropped a 5-2 loss at St. Joseph's Saturday afternoon. The Hawks put up four runs in the eighth inning to finally break through after a brisk start to the game by the UB pitching staff. Matt Pollock was a perfect 4-4 in the game, with two doubles and a RBI.
Bulls Unable to Close Out La Salle Baseball Despite holding a 13 to seven advantage in hits over La Salle, the Buffalo baseball team would find the seventh hit to be one too many Saturday afternoon, losing 7-6 on a walk-off single. Dan Scahill led the Bulls with four hits in the game.
Tom Murphy Earns Pair of Weekly Honors Baseball Following a strong week in which the Bulls won two games, junior catcher Tom Murphy was named the Mid-American Conference's East Division Co-Player of the Week. In addition, College Sports Madness named Murphy its MAC Player of the Week.
Matt Pollock Named MAC Scholar Athlete of the Week Baseball Matt Pollock, junior outfielder for the UB baseball team, was named the Mid-American Conference's Male Scholar Athlete of the Week for the period ending Mar. 11. The conference award is his first ever.
Bulls Double Up on UMBC, 16-8 Baseball Led by four separate Bulls recording three or more hits, the baseball team won its fourth straight game Wednesday evening, beating the UMBC Retrievers 16-8. Jon Mestas had a career-high four hits, while Matt Pollock came a home run shy of hitting for the cycle. The Bulls as a team hit for the cycle in the fifth and sixth innings to run away with the win.
UB Bullpen Shines in Win Over Towson Baseball Led by a strong outing from freshman reliever Anthony Magovney, the Buffalo baseball team overcame an early lead from the Towson Tigers and held them off late, winning 8-6 Tuesday afternoon. Matt Pollock hit the go-ahead home run in the eighth inning and senior Kevin Crumb nailed down the team's first save of the season. The win was the team's fifth in the past six games, and it was the first home loss of the season for Towson (6-8).
Murphy and the Bulls Out-Slug Long Island, 27-13 Baseball After riding high on a sterling outing from its pitching staff less than 24 hours earlier, the Buffalo baseball team returned to its bread and butter Sunday afternoon, scoring 27 runs in a rout of Long Island University. Tom Murphy drove in eight runs, a program record since its reinstatement in 2000.
Bulls Win As Copping Clamps Down on Coppin Baseball After a pair of disappointing starts to open the year, senior pitcher Cameron Copping was searching for a performance that would not only settle him down, but set a positive tone for the Buffalo pitching staff. He did that and more Saturday afternoon, striking out nine batters in six innings while allowing one lone run and two hits, leading the team to an 8-1 victory.
Bulls Schedule Mid-Week Game at Canisius Baseball Thanks in part to mild weather in the forecast, the Buffalo baseball team will take the opportunity to stay close to home for its next game. The team will head across town on Wednesday for a 3:30 game against Big 4 rival Canisius. It will be the 119th meeting between the schools and the first of four total games this season against the Griffs.
Bulls Drop Offensive Shootout at Canisius Baseball Despite slugging five home runs and putting up 12 runs, the Buffalo baseball team could not get an easy out and allowed the most runs in a single game in almost seven years, falling to Canisius 24-12 on a gorgeous Wednesday afternoon in Buffalo. Thomas Richards hit two home runs in the loss.
Bulls Win Two As Wild Offensive Affair Caps Weekend Series Baseball Needing to find a way to win after three straight heartbreaking losses, the Buffalo baseball team used the big lumber in game one and relied on standout pitching in game two to sweep the Sunday doubleheader, beating Morehead State 18-11 and 6-3. Jason Kanzler had three hits and four RBI in game one, and Mike Burke pitched all seven innings to earn the win in game two.
Baseball Suffers Pair of Walk-Off Losses Baseball Despite holding at least a four run lead in both of its games, the Buffalo baseball team was snakebitten Saturday afternoon, losing both games of a doubleheader to Morehead State by way of a walk off. The team lost game one 8-7, and game two 12-11 in ten innings. Alex Baldock led all UB batters with a combined line of four hits and five runs batted in.
Rainout Pushes Back Start to Weekend Series vs. Morehead State Baseball Buffalo's series opener against Morehead State has been rained out, pushing back the scheduled four-game series to doubleheaders Saturday and Sunday. After being swept just up the road by Kentucky last weekend, the Bulls will look to earn its first win of the season against the Eagles (4-5).
Wildcats Walk Off to Sweep Buffalo's Opening Weekend Baseball Despite a ferocious rally in the top of the ninth, the Buffalo baseball team could not hold off the host Kentucky Wildcats on Sunday afternoon, losing 7-6 by the very closest of margins. A Dan Scahill home run and a Jon Mestas RBI single with two outs helped the Bulls force the 'Cats to bat in the home half of the ninth, but Kevin Crumb walked Thomas Bernal with the bases loaded on a full count.
Big Inning Not Enough to Lift Bulls Over Kentucky Baseball Despite a five-run first inning, the Buffalo baseball team could not generate enough offense to hold off the Kentucky Wildcats Saturday afternoon, losing 9-5. Tom Murphy had three hits and River McWilliams drove in two runs to lead UB at the plate.
Bulls Open 2012 Season in SEC Country Baseball The Buffalo baseball team will kick off the 2012 season with a challenge, heading down south for a three-game weekend series against the Kentucky Wildcats (3-0). After an exciting offseason and summer league season, the team will finally hit the field on Friday afternoon for a 4 pm first pitch in SEC country.
Kentucky Blows Away the Bulls on Opening Day Baseball Wild winds and control issues by the UB pitching staff helped drop the team's season opener Friday evening at Cliff Hagan Stadium, losing 13-4 to the Kentucky Wildcats (4-0). The pitching staff issued nine walks and hit four batters, allowing the 'Cats to score their runs on just 13 hits.
Murphy Named to 2012 Preseason Golden Spikes Award Watch List Baseball USA Baseball announced its preseason Golden Spikes Award Watch List Thursday, recognizing the top amateur baseball player in the country. Sponsored by Major League Baseball, the Golden Spikes Award will be presented in 2012 for the 35th time. Junior catcher Tom Murphy was named as one of just 50 amateur players in the country to make the prestigious list.
Preseason Honors Continue to Roll in for Tom Murphy Baseball After a record-breaking season highlighted by being honored as the Mid-American Conference's player of the year, junior catcher Tom Murphy continues to gain steam in the offseason. In its recent 2012 college baseball season preview issue, Baseball America named the West Monroe, NY native to the preseason All-American third team.
Four Bulls Make College Sports Madness' Preseason All-MAC team Baseball A quartet of Bulls were named to www.collegesportsmadness.com's 2012 Mid-American Preseason All-Conference Teams, headlined by junior Tom Murphy's nod as the conference's top field player. Alex Baldock, Mike Burke and Matt Pollock also received preseason recognitions on the second team. The Bulls were tied with Kent State and Northern Illinois for the most players on the two teams, with four.
Baseball To Hold President's Week Skills Camp Baseball The Buffalo baseball coaching staff will be holding a President's Week Skills Camp on Feb. 21 and 22 at the North Amherst Recreation Center for kids aged 6-12.
UB Baseball Unveils 2012 Schedule Baseball The 2012 Buffalo Bulls baseball schedule was released with a slate that sees the young Bulls squad traveling for the first 17 games of the season and two new opponents featured on the schedule. It also includes 11 games against Big Four rivals and road dates against members of the Big East, SEC and Atlantic 10.
Buffalo Coaching Staff to Host Christmas Camps Baseball The Buffalo baseball coaching staff has announced four winter camps for December, to be held at the North Amherst Recreation Center. The camps will cover general skills, hitting, pitching, and catching. Also included will be a prospect camp for all high school and junior college players.
Baseball America Names Murphy Top NECBL Prospect Baseball Following a summer where he split time between the United States National Team and the Holyoke Blue Sox, sophomore catcher Tom Murphy was named to The Perfect Game's Summer Collegiate All-American Team.
UB Coaching Staff to Host Two Prospect Camps Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball coaching staff will hold a pair of Sunday prospect camps for 2012, 2013 and 2014 graduates, as well as junior college athletes. The camps will be held Sept. 11 and Oct. 2 at the North Amherst Recreation Center.
UB Baseball to Host Two Summer Camp Sessions Baseball Two summer camp sessions remain for young baseball players in the area, to be held Aug. 8-10.
Bulls Continue to Excel in Summer Leagues Baseball Highlighted by Tom Murphy's stint with the United State's Collegiate National team, the Buffalo baseball team has been well represented this summer in leagues across the country.
Tom Murphy Joins USA Collegiate National Team Baseball Fresh off an exciting performance to lead his New England Collegiate Baseball all-star squad to victory over the US national team, sophomore catcher Tom Murphy was invited to join the national collegiate team.
Murphy Leads NECBL to Victory Over Team USA Baseball Playing for the New England Collegiate Baseball team at Fenway Park, Buffalo catcher Tom Murphy hit a solo home run over the Green Monster to help lead his squad to an upset victory over the United States National team Monday afternoon, 3-2.
Tom Murphy Named First-Team All-Region Baseball University at Buffalo baseball sophomore Tom Murphy has been named to the NCAA Mideast Region First Team, the American Baseball Coaches Association announced this past weekend. Murphy, the 2011 Mid-American Conference Player of the Year, is the first UB player named to the first team and just the second player honored since reinstatement in 2000.
Alex Baldock Named to the 2011 All-MAC Academic Team Baseball Sophomore first baseman Alex Baldock was named to the 2011 All-Academic team for the Mid-American Conference Monday afternoon. The honor was the first of his career, and he became the second player to make the academic team under the helm of head coach Ron Torgalski. A total of 23 student-athletes were named to the team.
Ten UB Teams Over 975 in Latest APR Report For the second straight year, the University at Buffalo athletic department has seen all of its 20 intercollegiate sports finish above the cut line in the NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) scores that were released today.
Tom Murphy Named Mid-American Conference Player of the Year Baseball Following one of the best seasons in program history, sophomore catcher Tom Murphy was named the Mid American Conference's Player of the Year, the first Bull to ever earn the award. Murphy won the league's batting title and etched his name into the Buffalo record books in numerous categories.
Bryce's Bomb Leads Buffalo to Season-Ending Split Baseball It was a fitting end for Buffalo's senior class Saturday afternoon, as senior slugger Eric Bryce hit a walk-off solo home run in the 12 to beat Bowling Green in game one, 3-2, helping support senior Josh Edwards, who threw 7.1 quality innings in the game one win. The Falcons won game two 11-3.
Series Opener vs. Bowling Green Postponed Baseball The series opener of the season finale against Bowling Green has been pushed back to a Saturday doubleheader. The game will now start at 1 pm. Fans can arrive early for the senior day presentation of the team's five seniors: Eric Bryce, Jeff Thompson, Josh Edwards, Mike Klaus and Jesse Reinstein.
Bulls Come From Behind to Take Game One, Split Doubleheader Baseball Mired early by defensive miscues and poor weather, the Buffalo baseball team dug an early hole in the first of two games Tuesday afternoon against Canisius. A late rally salvaged a game one win, 5-4, while the Golden Griffins took game two 8-2. With the series moved to Demske Sports Complex due to the rain, the Bulls were the home team for both games.
Tuesday Doubleheader Moved to Canisius Baseball The Tuesday afternoon doubleheader against Canisius will be moved to Demske Sports Complex due to poor field conditions at Amherst Audubon Field. The game has also been moved up from 2 pm to 1 pm.
Baseball Wraps Up 2011 Season With Five Home Games Baseball After returning from its first road trip in the month of May, the Buffalo Bulls baseball team will end the 2011 season at home with five games. Tuesday will see a rain date makeup with Canisius followed by three games against MAC East rival Bowling Green starting on Thursday. This will be the final week of games for five seniors, who will be honored at the season finale.
Buffalo Caps Weekend Sweep With Loss to Miami Baseball The Buffalo Bulls baseball team was able to take an early lead but was unable to hold off the host Redhawks, getting swept in the weekend series with an 8-2 loss Saturday afternoon at McKie Field to Miami (OH).
Buffalo Swept in Friday Doubleheader Baseball Due to poor weather forecast for the weekend, the Buffalo Bulls played an afternoon doubleheader against Miami (OH) Friday at McKie Field, dropping game one 4-2 in ten innings and 5-2 in game two.
Tom Murphy Named MAC East Player of the Week Baseball Following a week of five productive games, sophomore catcher Tom Murphy was named the Mid American Conference's East Division Player of the Week. The honor is his second of the season.
Bulls Earn Season's First Walk-off Win, Split Doubleheader Baseball Playing the fourth and fifth games in as many days, the Buffalo Bulls baseball team gutted its way through a Monday afternoon doubleheader against LeMoyne, taking game two with a walk-off single from Alex Baldock. The win was the team's fourth in the month of May.
Bulls Fall to Ohio, 6-4, in Series Finale Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team finished its three-game series with Ohio on Sunday afternoon with a 6-4 loss to the Bobcats at Amherst Audubon Field. The Bulls (11-32, 2-18 MAC) had tied the game in both the fifth and eight innings before surrendering the go-ahead runs in the ninth inning.
Clutch Hitting Leads Bulls to 7-5 Win Over Ohio Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team scored two runs via walk in the bottom of the eighth inning to break a five all tie and defeat Ohio, 7-5, at Amherst Audubon Field on Saturday afternoon.
Bulls Lose Wild Extra-Inning Affair Baseball Despite coming back to tie the game on three different occasions late in the game, the Buffalo baseball team lost game one of its weekend series against Ohio Friday afternoon, 14-12 in 12 innings.
Disciplined Bulls Sweep Rival Niagara Baseball It took a total team effort Wednesday afternoon, but the Buffalo Bulls used strong pitching and a dynamic offense to sweep Big Four rival Niagara, 2-1 in the first game and 11-4 in game two.
Bulls Baseball Announces Makeup Dates Baseball Following a series of cancellations due to poor weather, the Buffalo baseball team announced a number of makeup dates.
Bulls Fall in Series Finale to Akron Baseball The Buffalo Bulls managed to beat out the rain Sunday afternoon, but it could not handle a hot Akron offense, losing the rubber match 8-3 at Amherst Audubon Field.
Edwards' Gem Leads Buffalo to Doubleheader Split Baseball Spurred on by a complete game effort from Josh Edwards, the Buffalo baseball team snapped its 17-game losing streak with a 2-1 win Saturday afternoon against Akron. It was game one of a doubleheader, with the Zips taking the second game 6-0.
Baseball Game vs. Akron Postponed Baseball Today's game against Akron has been postponed due to poor field conditions and inclement weather. There will be a doubleheader tomorrow to make up for the postponed game. The two teams will play at the normal 1 pm start time, but a second game will be played immediately after.
Buffalo Offense Shut Down in Sweep Baseball The Buffalo baseball team was swept in its Saturday afternoon doubleheader against conference leader Kent State, losing game one 13-3 and game two 7-0. The Golden Flashes out hit the Bulls 28-14 over the course of the doubleheader.
Bulls Lose to Kent State, 7-5 Baseball After weather cancelled three straight games, the Buffalo baseball team was back in action Friday afternoon against Kent State, a week after its last game. Despite grabbing the lead on two different occasions, Buffalo lost the first of three games to the Golden Flashes, 7-5.
Series Finale vs. Ball State Cancelled Due to Weather Baseball Due to high wind gusts and scattered showers, today's series finale against Ball State has been cancelled. No makeup date has been set.
Bulls Can't Overcome Early Leads in Sweep Baseball Ball State combined to score nine runs in the first three innings of games one and two, helping the visiting Cardinals to a sweep of the Friday afternoon doubleheader at Amherst Audubon Field. Though the team received strong individual efforts, it was unable to come back from early deficits and lost both games, 7-4 and 8-3.
Tuesday Doubleheader to Be Televised Baseball The Buffalo baseball team's mid-week doubleheader against regional rival St. Bonaventure will be broadcasted on Time Warner Cable Sports. The game will be shown Wednesday night at 10 pm for fans who are unable to make it to the game. While it will be the second home series of the season, it will be the first time the Bulls will play on Amherst Audubon Field for a true home game.
Defensive Miscues Cost Bulls in Sweep Baseball With gusts swirling around Amherst Audubon Field Tuesday afternoon, it was certainly a dream scenario for the two pitching staffs, but 10 combined errors over the two games by Buffalo and St. Bonaventure led to an ugly doubleheader, with the Bonnies taking both seven-inning games, 3-2 and 12-4.
Rockets Use Comeback to Sweep Buffalo Baseball The Buffalo baseball team broke out the bats Sunday afternoon in the third game of a weekend series in Toledo against the Rockets. The Bulls jumped out to its first lead of the weekend but a dominant late-inning effort helped the home team to a three-game series sweep with a 9-5 win.
Toledo Sweeps Afternoon Doubleheader Baseball After poor weather postponed yesterday's series opener at Toledo, the Bulls played two Saturday afternoon, dropping a pair by the score of 7-0 and 7-3.
Bulls Midweek Series Moved to Canisius Baseball Still in search of its first true home game of the season, the Buffalo baseball team will play a doubleheader against Big Four rival Canisius before heading to MAC West division foe Toledo for a weekend series.
Wednesday Doubleheader Postponed Baseball Due to inclement weather, the Wednesday doubleheader between Buffalo and Canisius will be postponed.
Bulls Shutout in Series Finale Baseball After an early pitching duel, the Northern Illinois Huskies broke through with runs in the final four innings to earn a three-game sweep, winning 7-0 Sunday afternoon at McGraw-Jennings Field on the campus of St. Bonaventure. Cameron Copping took the hard-luck loss despite one of his best outings of the season.
Northern Illinois' Offense Too Much For Buffalo in Sweep Baseball With both teams enjoying the benefit of heavy wind gusts, Northern Illinois put it to good use, taking both games of the Saturday afternoon doubleheader, 9-4 and 12-4. The games are being held at St. Bonaventure University but is still Buffalo's first series as the host this season. Matt Pollock hit three home runs over the two games but the team as a whole could not capitalize on its chances.
Bulls Lose Second Straight Extra-Inning Affair Baseball Spurred on by another sterling effort from freshman pitcher Cory Folk, the Bulls took control Wednesday afternoon against Canisius late in the game, but two separate rallies from the Golden Griffs doomed the team to its second straight loss in extra innings, 5-4.
Baseball Moves Down to St. Bonaventure for Weekend Series Baseball Following the main portion of its non-conference schedule, the Buffalo Bulls baseball team will open the home portion of the 2011 season Friday with a three-game series against Northern Illinois. Due to poor weather in the forecast, the team has announced several changes in the original schedule, including a move to St. Bonaventure.
Eastern Sweeps Buffalo With an Extra-Inning Win Baseball After a frustrating weekend in which the team scored only three runs in the first two games, Buffalo managed to get out to an early lead Sunday in the final of three games against Eastern Michigan. The Eagles scored a walk-off single in the tenth inning to pull off the sweep, 6-5.
Buffalo Loses Second Straight to Eastern Michigan Baseball Another slow day on offense lead Buffalo to its second straight loss to Eastern Michigan Saturday afternoon, a 5-1 defeat. The two teams combined for only ten hits, but the Eagles were able to capitalize on its opportunities.
Bulls Sweep MAC Scholar Athlete Awards Baseball The University at Buffalo swept the Mid-American Conference Scholar Athlete of the Week Awards. Ashley Zuber of the women’s basketball team and Alex Baldock of the baseball team each took home the honor.
Bulls Lose Chilly MAC Opener at Eastern Michigan Baseball In the 2011 Mid American Conference opener Friday afternoon, the Buffalo baseball team battled both Eastern Michigan and the elements, losing game one of the three-game weekend series 11-2 in a frigid affair. The Eagles scored six runs in the bottom of the eighth to earn the win.
Eric Bryce Named MAC East Player of the Week Baseball For the second straight week a Buffalo hitter earned the Mid American Conference East Division's Player of the Week award. Eric Bryce, fresh off a week in which he hit five home runs in four appearances, won his first career conference award.
Bulls Sweep Big Four Rival St. Bonaventure Baseball Keyed by outstanding pitching efforts in both games, the Buffalo baseball team extended its win streak to five games with a pair of blowout wins. The team won game one 7-1 thanks to a complete game from Cory Folk and 11-3 in game two after riding a strong effort by Kevin Hughes and the Bulls relievers.
Bryce Earns National Recognition Baseball Following a career weekend in which he batted .615 and slugged five home runs, senior Eric Bryce was named one of the Louisville Slugger's National Players of the Week, as announced today by Collegiate Baseball Newspaper.
Late Comeback Helps Bulls to Sweep Baseball After totaling 30 runs in the first two games of the Buffalo baseball team's series at North Carolina Central, the offense got off to a slow start in the Sunday afternoon game. Eight runs between the seventh and eighth inning helped the team come from behind to sweep the weekend series, 9-2. A strong effort from the pitching staff helped keep the team in the game all the way through.
Murphy Hits Three Home Runs to Lead Buffalo Rout Baseball Sophomore catcher Tom Murphy stroked a career-high three home runs as Buffalo matched yesterday's output of five home runs with five more longballs to key an 11-6 win over North Carolina Central Saturday afternoon. It was the team's second straight win and clinched the three-game weekend series after taking the first two.
Bulls Use the Long Ball to Cruise Past NC Central Baseball The Buffalo offense broke out in a big way Friday afternoon, snapping a six-game losing streak with a 19-7 win at North Carolina Central. The team hit five home runs and five different players had multiple runs batted in.
Bulls Lose Late, Fall at East Carolina Baseball Playing in its second game in as many days, the Buffalo baseball team lost its second straight due to late-inning offense from the opposition. This time it was host East Carolina, who scored five times in the final two innings to take an 8-3 win Wednesday evening.
Tom Murphy Named MAC East Player of the Week Baseball After tearing up the basepaths during a four-game series against Longwood, sophomore catcher Tom Murphy was named the Mid American Conference's East Division player of the week. He is the first Bull to earn the honor so far this season.
Wolfpack Use Late Rally to Spoil Upset Bid Baseball Despite a solid performance from freshman pitcher Cory Folk and timely hitting from a duo of sophomores, the Buffalo Bulls fell short of a marquee win Tuesday afternoon, losing on the road 7-5 to ACC foe North Carolina State.
Buffalo Offense Struggles in Sweep Baseball The Longwood Lancers earned a four-game weekend sweep of Buffalo after taking two games Sunday afternoon, 8-2 in game one and 5-4 in game two.
Bulls Drop Doubleheader to Longwood Baseball Despite a solid day from sophomore catcher Tom Murphy, the Buffalo Bulls (2-7) were swept on the first day of its two-day series with the Longwood Lancers (13-5). The team dropped game one 15-5 in nine innings and lost 9-6 in seven innnings in game two Saturday afternoon in Lancer Stadium.
Baseball Splits Doubleheader to Cap Series in Delaware Baseball In a double header in which both games went to the wire, Buffalo split an afternoon series with Delaware State Saturday, 5-4 and 7-6 in two seven inning affairs. Relief pitching was again the focal point for the team's success, and timely hitting allowed Buffalo to take the weekend series in the rubber match.
Baseball Prepares for Three-Game Series With Delaware St. Baseball The Bulls baseball team will stick a bit closer to home in its second weekend of the 2011 season, traveling to Dover for three games against Delaware State.
Strong Pitching Nets Buffalo Its First Win Baseball Senior pitcher Kevin Crumb rebounded from a tough first start to pitch five strong innings and lead Buffalo to an 18-7 win over Delaware State in the first of three games the teams will play this weekend. The Bulls offense was as potent as ever, scoring 18 runs thanks to a terrific effort at the top of the lineup.
Aggies Outhit Bulls to Cap Weekend Sweep Baseball The Buffalo Bulls offense met little resistance Sunday in its doubleheader against New Mexico State, but multiple errors and dominant hitting from the Aggies dropped the team in both afternoon games, 23-11 in game one and 19-13 in game two. The Bulls scored 39 runs in the four-game series and batted .336 as a team, but will arrive back in Buffalo without a win.
Bulls Swept in Season-Opening Doubleheader Baseball The Buffalo Bulls opened the 2011 season Saturday afternoon with a doubleheader against New Mexico State. The Aggies used a blistering offense to gain an early lead in both games, sweeping the Bulls 20-12 in game one and 15-3 in game two.
Buffalo Baseball Kicks off 2011 Season in the Southwest Baseball The new-look Buffalo baseball team will start its 2010 campaign this coming weekend with a pair of doubleheaders against the New Mexico State Aggies. The Bulls will rely on a talented recruiting class and solid returners to build off of last season's 23 wins.
Jacob Rosenbeck Signs With Brockton Rox Baseball 2010 graduate Jacob Rosenbeck became the seventh Buffalo baseball player in the past four years to sign a professional contract after he joined the Brockton Rox of the Canadian American Association of Professional Baseball league.
Bulls Baseball Announces February Clinics Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball program will be holding two separate camps in February. The first will be a three hour advanced hitting camp Sunday, February 13 from 6 pm to 9 pm at Alumni Arena, and the second is a President's Day Camp for kids ages 6-12.
Baseball Releases 2011 Schedule Baseball The 2011 Buffalo Bulls baseball schedule was released today, with a slate that sees the young Bulls squad traveling for the first 22 games of the season and three new opponents featured on the roster. It also includes eight games against Big Four rivals.
Eric Flynn Heads Down Under to Play Pro Ball Baseball Former Bulls outfielder Eric Flynn will head halfway around the world to continue his baseball career, signing with the Beenleigh Hawks of the Greater Brisbane Baseball League. He is the sixth Buffalo player to sign a professional contract in the past four years, joining Steve Geltz, Mike Folli, Zach Anderson, Chaz Mye and - most recently - Brad Agustin.
Baseball Staff to Hold Holiday Skills Camps Baseball The coaching staff of the Buffalo Bulls baseball team will hold four separate sessions to allow baseball players of all ages to learn the fundamentals and improve their all-around game. One session will also be a Showcase Camp for high school and junior college players looking to show off their skills.
Geltz to Join Angels Arizona Fall League Squad Baseball Former Bulls pitcher Steve Geltz's minor league season with the Los Angeles of Anaheim Angels' Double A affiliate in Arkansas might be over, but his season is not. Now finished with his third season in the minor leagues, Geltz has been named to the Angels' Arizona Fall League team, the Mesa Solar Sox. Only seven players from the organization were given a spot on the team.
Steve Geltz Promoted To Double A Arkansas Baseball Former UB pitcher Steve Geltz continues to climb up the Los Angeles Angels farm system as he was recently called up to the Angels’ Double A affiliate, the Arkansas Travelers.
Murphy Named MVP of NYCBL All-Star Game Baseball University at Buffalo catcher Tom Murphy homered in the first inning to lead the East to an 11-2 victory over the West in the New York Collegiate Baseball League All-Star Game at Glens Falls on Monday.
Mike Folli Promoted To Triple-A Memphis RedBirds Baseball Former UB infielder Mike Folli has taken another step in becoming the first UB player to play in the Major Leagues since reinstatement as he was called up to the Memphis RedBirds, the Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Brad Agustin Signs Contract With Normal CornBelters Baseball Former UB infielder Brad Agustin became the second UB baseball player to sign a professional contract this year as the record-breaking second baseman signed with the Normal CornBelters of the Frontier League.
Brad Agustin Named To All-Mideast Region Second Team Baseball The American Baseball Coaches Association have announced their selections for the 2010 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Mideast Region teams and on the second team is UB infielder Brad Agustin. Agustin becomes the first UB player to be named to the All-Mideast team since reinstatement in 2000.
Chaz Mye Signs With Oakland Athletics Baseball University at Buffalo pitcher Chaz Mye has signed a free agent contract with the Oakland Athletics. The signing of Mye marks the fourth straight year that a UB player has signed on with a major league club.
Brad Agustin Named to All-MAC First Team Baseball University at Buffalo senior second baseman Brad Agustin has been named to the All-Mid-American Conference First Team, the conference office announced on Tuesday evening.
Bulls Edged by Bowling Green in Season Finale, 9-8 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team concluded the regular season by dropping its Mid-American Conference series finale to Bowling Green, 9-8, on Saturday afternoon at Warren Steller Field. After the Bulls tied the contest at 8-8 in the top of the ninth, the Falcons captured the victory with a leadoff home run.
Bulls Stumble at Bowling Green, 13-7 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team was unable to overcome an early offensive explosion by Bowling Green, falling to the Falcons, 13-7, in the second game of its final Mid-American Conference series on Friday afternoon at Warren Steller Field.
Bulls’ Late Rally Falls Short at Bowling Green, 10-8 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team’s late ninth-inning rally fell short as the Bulls dropped their conference series opener to Bowling Green, 10-8, on Thursday afternoon at Warren Steller Field.
Adam Skonieczki Named MAC East Division Player of the Week Baseball University at Buffalo senior center fielder Adam Skonieczki has been named the Mid-American Conference East Division Player of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday afternoon.
Bulls Complete Sweep of Miami on Senior Day Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team completed its first series sweep of a conference opponent since the 2005 season, defeating Miami (OH), 5-1, on Sunday afternoon at Amherst Audubon Field in the conference series finale.
Bulls Hold on to Edge Miami, 3-2 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team managed to hold its lead for five innings, edging Miami (OH), 3-2, on Saturday afternoon at Amherst Audubon Field in the second game of the weekend conference series. With the victory, the Bulls improve to 22-26 on the season and 8-15 in the Mid-American Conference.
Bulls Snap Skid with Victory over Miami, 16-10 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team ended its four-game winless streak as they defeated Miami (OH), 16-10, in its conference series opener at Amherst Audubon Field on Friday afternoon.
Bulls Swept by Ohio in Conference Weekend Series Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team dropped game three of its conference weekend series to Ohio, 12-5, as the Bulls were swept by the Bobcats on Sunday afternoon at Bob Wren Stadium.
Bulls Fall to Bobcats Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team dropped the second game of a three-game Mid-American Conference series at Ohio with a 17-5 decision to the Bobcats at Bob Wren Stadium on Saturday.
Bulls Fall to Ohio in Conference Series Opener, 5-1 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team fell to Ohio, 5-1, in the conference weekend series opener on Friday afternoon at Bob Wren Stadium.
Bulls Split Conference Doubleheader with Zips Baseball he University at Buffalo baseball team split its Mid-American Conference doubleheader versus Akron at Lee Jackson Field on Saturday afternoon capturing a 9-8 victory in 10-innings followed by a 7-6 loss in the nightcap.
Bulls Rally in Ninth to Defeat Akron, 6-4 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team rallied in the top of the ninth to defeat Akron, 6-4, in the opening contest of their conference road series on Friday afternoon at Lee Jackson Field.
Bulls Swept by Le Moyne in Pair of Pitching Duel Contests Baseball In a midweek doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon at Dick Rockwell Field, the University at Buffalo baseball team was swept by Le Moyne, 2-0 and 2-1, respectively. In a pair of pitching duel games, the Bulls and Dolphins recorded only five total runs off 16 total hits.
Bulls Fall in Conference Series Opener to Kent State, 9-4 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team fell to Kent State, 9-4, in the conference series opener on Friday afternoon at Amherst Audubon Field. The Bulls even their overall record at 18-18 and fall to 4-9 in the Mid-American Conference.
Bulls Pile Up Runs in 28-4 Victory over Niagara Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team had a record day as they defeated Big Four rival Niagara, 28-4, on Wednesday evening at Amherst Audubon Field. The Bulls broke the all-time game record for most runs scored (28) and total bases (50) while also tying the all-time game record for most hits (29). In the Bulls’ victory, senior shortstop Jacob Rosenbeck drove in a season-high eight RBIs including an eighth inning grand slam.
Bulls Rally Late to Defeat Canisius, 8-7 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team rallied in the bottom of the eighth to defeat Canisius, 8-7, on Tuesday afternoon at Amherst Audubon Field. Senior left fielder Bobby Pizzuto tied the contest at 7-7 with a two-RBI double followed by a game-winning RBI base hit by senior third baseman Brad Cochrane to capture the win.
Agustin Earns Second MAC Weekly Honor Baseball For the second time this season, University at Buffalo senior second baseman Brad Agustin has been named Mid-American Conference East Division Player of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday afternoon.
Bulls Capture First Ever Victory over Ball State, 11-7 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team prevented a sweep by Ball State on Sunday afternoon at Ball Diamond Stadium in the conference weekend series finale, defeating the Cardinals, 11-7 in 11 innings. The victory marked the Bulls’ first ever victory over the Cardinals.
Bulls Edged by Ball State, 6-5 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team was edged by Ball State, 6-5, in the second contest of its conference weekend road series on Saturday afternoon at Ball Diamond Stadium.
Bulls Drop Conference Series Opener at Ball State, 11-5 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team dropped the opening contest of its conference weekend series versus Ball State, 11-5, on Friday afternoon at Ball Diamond Stadium following a 90 minute rain delay.
Bulls Soar Past Purple Eagles, 21-4 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team erupted for nine runs in the top of the fifth including 16 unanswered runs en route to defeating Niagara, 21-4, on Wednesday evening at Sal Maglie Stadium. In the mid-week victory, the Bulls improved to 15-15 overall.
Bulls Snap Losing Streak Splitting Doubleheader with St. Bonaventure Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team split a non-conference doubleheader with St. Bonaventure on Tuesday afternoon at Amherst Audubon Field. The Bulls fell to the Bonnies, 5-4, in the opener, rebounding in the nightcap with a 12-2 victory to snap a four-game losing streak.
Bulls Fall to Toledo in Conference Series Finale, 17-8 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team fell to Toledo, 17-8, in the conference series finale to give the Rockets the series on Sunday afternoon at Amherst Audubon Field. In the three-game series, the Bulls and Rockets combined for 87 total hits including 37 in Sunday's contest.
Bulls Swept by Toledo in Conference Doubleheader Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team was swept by Toledo in a conference doubleheader on Saturday afternoon at Amherst Audubon Field. In the opener, the Bulls were unable to hold onto a five-run rally, eventually falling to the Rockets, 8-5. The Bulls fell to the Rockets in the nightcap, 18-4.
Agustin Gives It His All For Hometown Bulls In Final Season Baseball University at Buffalo infielder Brad Agustin has proven to be nothing short of first class in his five-year career. With the 2010 season underway, the Bulls’ baseball team is off to a considerably productive start with a 13-11 overall record and a 3-3 mark in Mid-American Conference play.
Bulls Take Conference Series at Northern Illinois Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team collected its first conference series victory of the season, defeating Northern Illinois, 11-7, in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday afternoon at Ralph McKenzie Field.
Bulls Capture First Ever Victory Against Northern Illinois, 3-2 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team captured its first ever victory against Northern Illinois, 3-2, in the second game of a conference weekend series on Saturday afternoon at Ralph McKenzie Field. The Bulls entered the game with a 0-16 all-time record versus the Huskies.
Bulls Drop Series Opener at Northern Illinois, 6-1 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team dropped the opening contest of a weekend series against Northern Illinois, 6-1, on Friday afternoon at Ralph McKenzie Field. The Bulls move to 11-11 overall and 1-3 in conference competition.
Bulls Edge Niagara, 8-6 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team edged Big Four rival Niagara, 8-6, in a midweek contest on Wednesday afternoon at Amherst Audubon Field. Reliever Jeff Thompson recorded his first career victory in the Bulls’ win.
Mye Earns Second MAC Weekly Honor Baseball University at Buffalo senior Chaz Mye earned Mid-American Conference East Division Pitcher of the Week for the second time this season, the conference office announced on Monday afternoon.
Bulls Fall to Eastern Michigan in Conference Series Finale, 4-1 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team fell to Eastern Michigan, 4-1, to drop their conference home opening series on Sunday afternoon at Fred Handler Park on the campus of St. Bonaventure.
Bulls and Eagles Split Conference Doubleheader Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team captured its first conference home opening victory since 2002 by defeating Eastern Michigan, 5-2, in game one of Saturday afternoon’s doubleheader at Fred Handler Park on the campus of St. Bonaventure. The Bulls fell in the nightcap, 7-2.
Bulls Sweep Butler in Doubleheader Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team captured its second four-game weekend road series of the season, earning a pair of 9-7 victories in Saturday afternoon’s doubleheader versus Butler at Bulldog Park.
Bulls Split Doubleheader with Butler Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team split the first of two doubleheaders in the four-game weekend series with Butler on Friday afternoon at Bulldog Park. Meeting for the first time in program history, the Bulls captured a 9-1 victory in the opener, led by shortstop Brad Agustin at the plate and pitcher Chaz Mye. In the nightcap, the Bulls fell to the Bulldogs, 9-2.
Pierre Miville-Deschenes Earns MAC East Division Pitcher of the Week Honor Baseball University at Buffalo senior Pierre Miville-Deschenes has been named Mid-American Conference East Division Pitcher of the Week for the third time in his career.
Bulls Downed by Tennessee Tech, 13-7 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team fell in the series finale against Tennessee Tech, 13-7, on Sunday afternoon at Bush Stadium. The Bulls’ loss allowed the Golden Eagles to take the four-game non-conference series, 3-1.
Bulls Split Pair with Tennessee Tech Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team split Saturday afternoon’s doubleheader against Tennessee Tech at Bush Stadium. In the opener, the Bulls fell to the Golden Eagles, 12-6, despite a five-run sixth inning. In the nightcap, the Bulls captured a 9-3 victory in seven innings off six RBIs by senior Brad Cochrane and a complete-game performance by senior Pierre Miville-Deschenes.
Mye and Agustin Sweep MAC Weekly Honors Baseball University at Buffalo seniors Chaz Mye and Brad Agustin swept the Mid-American Conference weekly honors for their performances in the Bulls' four-game series against Morehead State.
Bulls Shut Out by Tennessee Tech in Series Opener, 9-0 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team was shut out by Tennessee Tech, 9-0, on Friday afternoon at Bush Stadium. On the day, the Bulls were held to five hits.
Bulls Tame Tigers, 8-6 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team captured its third consecutive victory, defeating Georgetown College, 8-6 on Wednesday afternoon at Robert N. Wilson Field. The Bulls improve to 5-1 on their current road trip.
Bulls Rally Past Georgetown, 14-4 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team rallied past Georgetown College, 14-4, on Tuesday afternoon at Robert N. Wilson Field to improve its current road trip record to 4-1.
Bulls Defeat Morehead State, 13-9, to Take Weekend Series Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team captured its first series of the 2010 season, defeating Morehead State, 13-9 in 10 innings, in the series finale on Sunday afternoon at Allen Field.
Bulls Split Twinbill with Morehead State Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team split its doubleheader versus Morehead State at Allen Field on Saturday afternoon, capturing a 26-17 victory in game one followed by a 17-3 loss in the nightcap.
Bulls Rally to Victory over Morehead State, 6-4 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team captured its first victory of the season, defeating Morehead State, 6-4, in game one of a four-game weekend series on Friday afternoon at Allen Field.
Bulls Swept by Charlotte in Season Opening Series Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team was swept in its season opening series against Charlotte as the Bulls fell to the 49ers, 12-4, on Sunday afternoon at Hayes Stadium.
Bulls Fall to Charlotte, 8-4 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team was unable to overcome eight unanswered runs by Charlotte as the Bulls fell, 8-4 in game two of their season opening series with the 49ers at Hayes Stadium on Saturday afternoon. In the Bulls' loss, seniors Adam Skonieczki and Rob Lawler each hit their first home runs of the season.
Bulls Drop Season Opener to Charlotte, 11-5 Baseball The University at Buffalo baseball team dropped its season opener against Charlotte, 11-5 on Friday afternoon at Hayes Stadium in the first meeting between the two teams.
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