Verthein earned the victory in UW-La Crosse's 6-3 win over No. 20-ranked UW-Whitewater on April 21. He pitched 9.0 innings, allowing five hits, three runs (two earned) and two walks while striking out five.
Also nominated:
UW-Oshkosh, Luke Westphal, Senior, Lefthanded Pitcher, Clintonville, Minn.
UW-Platteville, Bill Oppriecht, Junior, Righthanded Pitcher, Seneca, Wis.
UW-Stevens Point, Brad Stroik, Sophomore, Righthanded Pitcher, Stevens Point, Wis. (SPASH)
UW-Superior, Ethan Branum, Senior, Lefthanded Pitcher, Nisswa, Minn. (Brainerd)