The Illinois Fighting Illini completed a three‑game sweep of the Northwestern Wildcats, a performance that marks their first winning streak of more than three games this season and eliminates Chicago's Big Ten team from tournament contention.
Key Performances
Regan Hall earned his seventh win of the year, giving the Illini a reliable arm early in the series.
Game one was an offensive explosion, with Illinois pounding 13 hits; Collin Jennings added a triple and drove in three runs, while Will Johannes, J.R. Nelson and AJ Putty each contributed two RBI.
In the second game the Illini jumped to a 3‑0 lead, but Northwestern answered to tie the contest before Illinois pulled away.
Third Game Highlights
Sam Mommer delivered a career‑high five innings without allowing a hit, setting the stage for Jennings' 15th home run of the season, a three‑run shot in the opening frame.
Nick Groves went 3‑for‑4 with a double, a triple and an RBI, and Jennings finished the weekend with six RBIs, underscoring his role as the team's offensive catalyst.
Looking Ahead
With the sweep behind them, the Illini travel to Bloomington, Indiana, for a weekend series before the Big Ten Tournament, aiming to carry this momentum into the postseason.