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Thomas named MAC pitcher of the week

Junior pitcher Nate Thomas was named Mid-American Conference pitcher of the week Monday. The right-hander worked out of relief for the Huskies as they went 2-2 over the weekend Mule Mix Classic.

Thomas pitched 3.2 innings without allowing a hit and striking out six opposing batters. He earned a win and a save during the two Huskie weekend victories.

Last season Thomas with to a 4.84 era in 19 appearances for NIU. He surrendered 46 hits in his 44.2 innings pitched. This year Thomas has yet to surrender a hit or an earned run in his 4.