The Big Ten tournament starts tomorrow. Fifth-seeded Illinois will take on fourth-seeded Minnesota in the first round at 11:00am. Illinois has the upper hand in the season series, 3-1.
In other Illini news, Brian Blomquist has been chosen Big Ten Pitcher of the Week following his impressive performance against Michigan State in the last game of the regular season which was a must-win game for the Illini. Blomquist pitched 8 shutout innings allowing only 3 hits and 1 walk.