The Big Ten Conference announced on Monday morning that David Kerian has been named the Big Ten Player of the Week. The senior first baseman batted .636 (7-for-11) in a series sweep of No. 23 Ohio State this weekend. He also recorded three hits, three RBI, and a pair of runs against the Buckeyes in the series finale on Sunday. This is Kerian's first career Player of the Week honor.
This is the second straight week in which an Illini has earned the award; senior outfielder Casey Fletcher won last week after batting .500 and drawing four walks.