Penn State is at the midway point in it's Big Ten stretch and has found early success. It will not get any easier with ranked opponents looming and NCAA Tournament dreams.
Dilione started 15 games for the Nittany Lions this past season.
Of the nine players with remaining eligibility, seven of them have now entered the transfer portal.
The second Dollar Dog Night of the season has been canceled.
Merkle is entering the transfer portal for the third time in her career.
Pitching mistakes cost Penn State, leading to a walk-off loss.