ST LOUIS, Mo. – Illinois State junior center fielder John Rave has been named Missouri Valley Conference Hitter of the Week, announced by the conference office Monday afternoon.
The preseason All-MVC outfielder had a great start to the 2019 campaign, helping Illinois State sweep the Belmont Bruins in Nashville. Rave slashed .615/.762/.692 on the weekend, as he went 8-for-13 at the plate with a double, six RBIs, and five runs scored. He also walked eight times while stealing two bases.
Friday night, Rave went 3-for-7 with four RBIs and three runs aiding the 'Birds in a wild 27-11 extra-inning game.