# Left Field Lounge


## Posts

- [Mississippi State Baseball Adds Another Top 10 Preseason Rankings](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-adds-another-top-10-preseason-rankings/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball program is now 3-for-3 on the preseason rankings front, as D1Baseball has tabbed the program as the No. 7 team in the country entering the 2021 campaign. State now owns top 15 rankings from each of the three publications that have announced a preseason poll for the upcoming season. Keep up with all of the preseason news, notes, rankings and awards at the 2021 Diamond Dawgs Preseason Central. While D1Baseball has been around since 2003 as a one-stop-shop for scores and standings, the site began its dedicated coverage of college baseball in 2015. That season the…
- [Diamond Dawgs Preseason Central](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-preseason-central/): STARKVILLE – As the the spring semester hits its stride and individual workouts begin at Dudy Noble Field, the national pundits of college baseball have started to roll out the preseason rankings and accolades in front of the anticipated return of college baseball. The 2021 Preseason Central page will be a one-stop shop for coverage of the Diamond Dawgs heading into the program’s 131st season. National RankingsCurrently, Mississippi State has received a top 15 national ranking from each of the preseason polls, as Collegiate Baseball Newspaper tabbed the Maroon and White as the No. 9 team entering the 2021 season on Dec. 21.…
- [MacLeod Receives Preseason All-America Nod from Collegiate Baseball Newspaper](https://leftfieldlounge.com/macleod-receives-preseason-all-america-nod-from-collegiate-baseball-newspaper/): STARKVILLE – After the publication named him the Co-National Freshman Player of the Year following the shortened 2020 season, Collegiate Baseball Newspaper tabbed Mississippi State baseball’s lefty ace Christian MacLeod a preseason second-team All-American on Tuesday (Dec. 22). MacLeod impressed in his 2020 debut season, earning a perfect 4-0 record on an 0.86 ERA with 35 strikeouts over 21 innings pitched. On February 15 he burst on the scene, striking out the most batters by a Bulldog in a collegiate debut since at least 1985 with 11 versus Wright State on his way to earning SEC Co-Freshman of the Week laurels. The Huntsville, Alabama, native also…
- [Perfect Game Names MacLeod Preseason All-American, Tabs State No. 12 in Preseason Poll](https://leftfieldlounge.com/perfect-game-names-macleod-preseason-all-american-tabs-state-no-12-in-preseason-poll/): STARKVILLE – The second of the six preseason polls were released on Tuesday (Jan. 5) and Mississippi State baseball found itself back near the top of the polls, this time according to Perfect Game. The publication also tabbed Christian MacLeod as a third-team All-American. Perfect Game has eight Southeastern Conference teams among its top 25 entering 2021. Joining Mississippi State is Florida (1), Ole Miss (5), Vanderbilt (6), LSU (8 ) Auburn (17), Arkansas (20) and Georgia (24). In the history of the Perfect Game poll, Mississippi State has been ranked in the preseason in eight of the last nine seasons, including a high…
- [Bulldogs Tie Highest GPA On Record In Fall 2020](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-tie-highest-gpa-on-record-in-fall-2020/): STARKVILLE – Once again, Mississippi State’s student-athletes succeeded in the classroom during the fall semester, posting a 3.16 GPA. It marked MSU’s seventh consecutive semester with a department GPA of 3.0 or better, and 42 Bulldogs earned their degrees in December. State’s 3.16 GPA is tied for the Bulldogs’ highest on record, not counting the spring 2020 semester when all MSU students were afforded the option to accept a pass/fail grade instead of a letter grade. The golf programs led the way with Dusty Smith‘s men’s golfers posting the highest GPA among MSU’s men’s team at 3.63, which stands as their best fall…
- [No. 5 Mississippi State Baseball Completes Series Sweep of No. 21 Kentucky](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-5-mississippi-state-baseball-completes-series-sweep-of-no-21-kentucky/): Fristoe picks up third win of 2021, Hancock and Tanner homer to cap series sweep of Wildcats STARKVILLE – For the 11th time in its last 13 SEC series, the No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program ended the weekend with a winning record and the 4-3 victory over No. 21 Kentucky on Saturday (April 3) at Dudy Noble Field marked the fourth series sweep during that span. Mississippi State (20-7, 5-4 SEC) built a 4-1 lead with a run in the first, two in the second and a run in the fifth, before Kentucky (18-7, 5-4 SEC) trimmed the lead to one…
- [No. 5 Baseball Claws Back for 3-2 Victory Over No. 21 Kentucky](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-5-baseball-claws-back-for-3-2-victory-over-no-21-kentucky/): Hancock plates two RBIs, Sims earns second win of 2021 in relief STARKVILLE – Luke Hancock drove in the game-tying and go-ahead runs and Landon Sims turned a game-ending double play to help the No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program to a 3-2 victory over No. 21 Kentucky on Friday (April 2) evening at Dudy Noble Field. A two-run home run in the fourth inning for Kentucky (18-6, 5-3 SEC) opened the scoring, before Mississippi State (19-7, 4-4 SEC) pushed two across in the sixth and one in the eight to claw back for the victory. MSU won its fifth series of the season…
- [No. 5 Dawgs Stymie No. 25 Kentucky in Series Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-5-dawgs-stymie-past-kentucky-in-series-opener/): Jordan homers, James drives in four runs in support of MacLeod’s 11 strikeouts STARKVILLE – Starting pitcher Christian MacLeod fanned 11 to hold the Kentucky bats at bay, as the No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program opened the three-game series with an 8-1 victory over the No. 21 Wildcats on Thursday (April 1) at Dudy Noble Field. The four Mississippi State (18-7, 3-4 SEC) pitchers combined to strike out 15 Kentucky (18-5, 5-2 SEC) batters, allow five hits and walk three batters and only an unearned run in the seventh spoiled the shutout bid. The 15 punchouts mark the 20th time in 25 games…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Kentucky](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-kentucky/): Bulldogs and Wildcats meet for first time since 2018 and match up as ranked opponents for the third time since 2012 STARKVILLE – For the third straight weekend, the No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program will meet a ranked Southeastern Conference opponent when No. 21 Kentucky comes to Dudy Noble Field for a three-game series beginning on Thursday (April 1). The first two games of the series will be aired nationally on the ESPN family of networks, with the series opener at 6:30 on ESPNU and the Friday, April 2 contest on SEC Network at 6 p.m. Dave Neal and Chris Burke…
- [IMPORTANT LEFT FIELD LOUNGE INFORMATION](https://leftfieldlounge.com/important-left-field-lounge-information/): As you may have seen last night, MSU has lifted restrictions on movement within Dudy Noble Field and any ticket holder may now enter the Left Field Lounge.  We are asking that all Lounge Box holders please limit the number of people in their box to 16.   Additionally, a limited number of $10 General Admission tickets to the upcoming series against Kentucky will go on sale tomorrow (Wednesday, March 31) at 8 am to all Bulldog Club members and at 1 p.m. any remaining inventory will be available to the general public.  If you need to purchase additional tickets for your…
- [Baseball Postpones Midweek Contest with Mississippi Valley State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-postpones-midweek-contest-with-mississippi-valley-state/): STARKVILLE – The No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program has announced that the Tuesday (March 30) contest against Mississippi Valley State has been postponed due to impending weather. Tickets for Tuesday’s contest with MVSU will be honored upon rescheduling of the game. Mississippi State will now turn its attention to a three-game series with Kentucky. The Diamond Dawgs and Wildcats will kick off the series on Thursday, April 1 at 6:30 p.m. on ESPNU. The series continues on Friday at 6 p.m. on the SEC Network, before Saturday’s finale will throw the first pitch at 2 p.m.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Mississippi Valley State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-mississippi-valley-state/): Bulldogs and Delta Devils meet for 28th time in program history on Tuesday at The Dude STARKVILLE – The No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program will continue its homestand on Tuesday (March 30) with a visit from in-state foe Mississippi Valley State. The Bulldogs and Delta Devils will throw the first pitch at 6:30 p.m. at Dudy Noble Field. The two teams will meet inside Polk-Dement Stadium for the 28th time in program history on Tuesday, with State collecting the victory in each of the first 27 meetings. Mississippi State (17-7) will look to continue that trend as Mississippi Valley State (0-9)…
- [March 29 Updated Procedures for Dudy Noble Field](https://leftfieldlounge.com/march-29-updated-procedures-for-dudy-noble-field/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State athletic department has announced updated stadium procedures at Dudy Noble Field, starting with the Tuesday (March 30) contest against Mississippi Valley State. While SEC Medical Task Force Protocols remain in place, Mississippi State will begin selling general admission/standing room only tickets to the public, as well as resuming unhindered pedestrian movement throughout the stadium concourse. All GA/SRO and student tickets will grant access to the right and left field grass berms, the right field grass terrace, and available standing drink rail areas on a first-come, first-served basis. For midweek games, tickets will go on sale to the public at…
- [Baseball Drops Series Finale to No. 1 Arkansas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-drops-series-finale-to-no-1-arkansas/): Hancock and Tanner hit back-to-back home runs in sixth inning STARKVILLE – It was another crooked number that did in the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program on Sunday (March 28), as No. 1 Arkansas claimed the series finale, 6-4, at Dudy Noble Field. A five-run fourth inning provided enough offense for the Razorbacks (19-3, 5-1 SEC), but the Diamond Dawgs (17-7, 2-4 SEC) made it interesting with two runs in the fourth and sixth innings. A single run in the sixth for Arkansas accounted for the final tally. Four Diamond Dawgs collected multi-hit games on the afternoon, with all four posting…
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Falls to No. 1 Arkansas on Saturday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-falls-to-no-1-arkansas-on-saturday/): Allen and James each hit home runs in middle game of series with Razorbacks STARKVILLE – Nine runs over a three-inning span helped No. 1 Arkansas top No. 2 Mississippi State baseball, 10-5, in the second game of the series on Saturday (March 27) at Dudy Noble Field. Mississippi State (17-6, 2-3 SEC) pushed out to a 3-0 lead in the first inning and the two teams exchanged runs in the third inning, before Arkansas (18-3, 4-1 SEC) scored nine runs between the fifth and seventh innings to grab control. State plated a single run in the fifth and Arkansas added one…
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Falls to No. 1 Arkansas in Series Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-falls-to-no-1-arkansas-in-series-opener/): Forsythe collects a pair of hits, plates one RBI versus Razorbacks in series opener STARKVILLE – A trio of early home runs for No. 1 Arkansas held up as the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program dropped the series opener, 8-2, on Friday (March 26) evening at Dudy Noble Field.  The Razorbacks scored its first four runs on solo home runs and staked out to a 5-0 lead after four. State used a Rowdey Jordan RBI single in the fifth to get on the board, before the Razorbacks struck for two in the seventh and one in the ninth. Lane Forsythe drove in the second MSU…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Arkansas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-arkansas/): Bulldogs and Razorbacks meet in matchup of No. 1 and No. 2 teams in Baseball America Top 25 STARKVILLE – Competition in the Southeastern Conference is always stiff and on Friday (March 26), the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program will open a three-game series with No. 1 Arkansas at Dudy Noble Field. The series opener is slated for a 6:30 p.m. first pitch. In the history of the Baseball America Top 25, the week six matchup between the Diamond Dawgs (17-4, 2-1 SEC) and the Razorbacks (16-3, 2-1 SEC) will mark just the 14th time the top two spots in the…
- [Bulldogs Grab Midweek Victory over North Alabama, 18-1](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-grab-midweek-victory-over-north-alabama-18-1/): Allen collects three hits, drives in three RBIs and scores twice, Tepper earns first career win with two scoreless innings STARKVILLE – There was offense a plenty on Wednesday (March 24) evening at Dudy Noble Field, as the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program scored in each of the first six innings on its way to an 18-1 victory over North Alabama. The Bulldogs (17-4) piled up all 18 runs over the first six innings, including a five-run second inning and four innings of three runs scored. The Lions (1-17) tallied a lone run in the eighth inning. State out-hit UNA, 14-6,…
- [Update on General Admission Ticket Availability](https://leftfieldlounge.com/update-on-general-admission-ticket-availability/): With Mississippi State Baseball’s SEC home opener on deck, we are excited to announce the addition of general admission tickets available to the public for this week’s home games. MIDWEEK TICKET INFORMATION General admission tickets will be available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis to Wednesday’s game vs. North Alabama at 6 p.m. Tickets will go on sale Wednesday (March 24) morning 8 a.m. and will be $5 per ticket. Fans can purchase tickets at hailstate.com/tickets. With a midweek general admission ticket, fans will be able to sit in unused chairbacks in the grandstands. If the original seat owner shows up during the…
- [Mississippi State Baseball to Induct Second Class into Ron Polk Ring of Honor Saturday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-to-induct-second-class-into-ron-polk-ring-of-honor-saturday/): DuBose, Gregory and Thigpen to be honored at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 27 in the Adkerson Plaza STARKVILLE – The Ron Polk Ring of Honor will welcome three new members on Saturday, March 27, as Eric DuBose, Paul E. Gregory and Bobby Thigpen will be inducted at 11 a.m. on the Adkerson Plaza of Dudy Noble Field. The right field gates to Dudy Noble Field will open for the ceremony at 10:30 with a limited public capacity allowed on a first-come, first-served basis. The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. No ticket is required for the Ring of Honor ceremony and fans attending will be asked clear…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host North Alabama](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-north-alabama/): Mississippi State and North Alabama meet for first time as Division I opponents at 6 p.m. on Wednesday STARKVILLE – After opening the conference slate with a series victory at LSU over the weekend, the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program returns home to start an 11-game homestand on Wednesday (March 24) against North Alabama. First pitch will be at 6 p.m. from Dudy Noble Field. The two programs have met eight prior times, however, Wednesday will be the first meeting with both a part of Division I. Mississippi State (16-4) and North Alabama (1-16) met eight times between 1986-94, while the…
- [Baseball Alters Midweek Matchup with North Alabama](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-alters-midweek-matchup-with-north-alabama/): State will now face the Lions on Wednesday, March 24 at 6 p.m. STARKVILLE – The No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program has announced a change to its midweek schedule due to wet weather in the Starkville area early in the week. The Diamond Dawgs will now play North Alabama on Wednesday, March 24. Mississippi State (16-4) will now throw the first pitcher at 6 p.m. against North Alabama (1-16) at Dudy Noble Field on Wednesday. Tickets for Tuesday’s contest are valid for Wednesday’s games versus the Lions. Following the midweek contest, Dudy Noble Field will prepare for a three-game series between the top…
- [Mississippi State Baseball Alters Midweek Matchup with North Alabama](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-alters-midweek-matchup-with-north-alabama/): State will now face the Lions on Wednesday, March 24 at 6 p.m. STARKVILLE – The No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program has announced a change to its midweek schedule due to wet weather in the Starkville area early in the week. The Diamond Dawgs will now play North Alabama on Wednesday, March 24. Mississippi State (16-4) will now throw the first pitcher at 6 p.m. against North Alabama (1-16) at Dudy Noble Field on Wednesday. Tickets for Tuesday’s contest are valid for Wednesday’s games versus the Lions. Following the midweek contest, Dudy Noble Field will prepare for a three-game series between…
- [No. 2 Baseball Drops Series Finale at No. 10 LSU](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-baseball-drops-series-finale-at-no-10-lsu/): James chips in three hits and Allen drives in two runs in finale game of SEC opening weekend BATON ROUGE, La. – Six runs between the sixth and eighth innings gave No. 10 LSU enough offense to top No. 2 Mississippi State baseball, 6-2, in the series finale at Alex Box Stadium on Sunday (March 21). Mississippi State (16-3, 2-1 SEC) tallied single runs in the first, third and eighth innings. LSU (16-5, 1-2 SEC) scored twice in the first, once in the sixth, three times in the seventh and twice in the eighth to avoid the sweep after the Bulldogs won…
- [No. 2 Baseball Grabs Series Win with 3-0 Win at LSU](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-baseball-grabs-series-win-with-3-0-win-at-lsu/): Three pitchers combine to strike out 10 batters and shut out LSU for first time in 2021Three pitchers combine to strike out 10 batters and shut out LSU for first time in 2021 BATON ROUGE, La. – Another dominant pitching performance for No. 2 Mississippi State baseball gave it a series victory over No. 10 LSU on Saturday (March 20) inside Alex Box Stadium. The Diamond Dawgs posted their fifth shutout of the season in a 3-0 victory and held the Tigers scoreless for the first time in 2021. Mississippi State (16-3,2-0 SEC) scored single runs in the fifth, eighth and ninth…
- [No. 2 Baseball Dominant in Series Opening Win over No. 10 LSU](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-baseball-dominant-in-series-opening-win-over-no-10-lsu/): Skinner hits first career home run, MacLeod fans nine for first career SEC win STARKVILLE – The No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program recorded its fourth weekend-opening victory of 2021 with a 6-1 victory over No. 10 LSU on Friday (March 19) evening at Alex Box Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. A couple of big swings from Brayland Skinner in his first career start and the one-two punch of Christian MacLeod and Brandon Smith on the mound gave MSU its second straight SEC Opening Day win of the Chris Lemonis era.  After the Tigers loaded the bases with two outs in the first inning, MacLeod (2-1) retired 14…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: at LSU](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-at-lsu/): Diamond Dawgs and Tigers matchup on Friday, March 19 on the SEC Network STARKVILLE – Throw out the statistics. Put the rankings in the drawer. It is time for Southeastern Conference baseball, as the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program travels south to face No. 10 LSU at Alex Box Stadium starting Friday, March 19 at 6 p.m. on the SEC Network. SEC play returns for the first time since 2019, as Mississippi State (14-3) enters on a seven-game winning streak and LSU (15-3) has won six straight games heading into conference play. On its seven-game winning streak, Mississippi State is hitting…
- [No. 2 Baseball Powers Past Samford, 10-2](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-baseball-powers-past-samford-10-2/): Hancock homers twice, Hatcher goes deep once in midweek victory STARKVILLE – Offense ruled the night at Dudy Noble Field, as the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program slugged it was to a 10-2 victory over Samford on Tuesday (March 16) evening. The Diamond Dawgs hit three home runs and put 18 runners on base throughout the evening en route to its 11th home victory of the season. The scoring got started with a single Mississippi State (14-3) run in the third inning, before a three-run fourth and a six-run sixth. Samford (7-10) got single runs in the seventh and eighth inning…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Samford](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-samford/): Mississippi State will play final tune-up before SEC play against Samford at 6 p.m. STARKVILLE – Riding a six-game winning streak, the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program will host Samford for a 6 p.m. first pitch on Tuesday (March 15) at Dudy Noble Field. The pair of Bulldogs have met on the diamond 46 prior times with MSU owning a 36-10 overall edge in the series. Mississippi State (13-3) is coming off of a three-game series sweep of Eastern Michigan to complete a 5-0 week. State allowed just two runs in five games last week – both solo home runs –…
- [General Admission tickets available for Samford game](https://leftfieldlounge.com/general-admission-tickets-available-for-samford-game/): We are excited to announce that 1,000 general admission tickets will be available for purchase to this week’s Tuesday game vs. Samford at 6 p.m. Tickets will go on sale the morning of the game at 8 a.m. and will be $5 a ticket. Fans can purchase tickets at hailstate.com/tickets or click the Buy Tickets button below. With a general admission ticket, fans will be able to sit in unused chairbacks in the grandstand. If the original seat owner shows up during the game, we ask that you please move to a nearby empty seat. Before coming to Dudy Noble Field we ask that you…
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Finishes Sweep of Eastern Michigan with 4-1 Victory on Sunday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-finishes-sweep-of-eastern-michigan-with-4-1-victory-on-sunday/): Logan Tanner homers for second straight game, pitching staff strikes out 13 batters in victory STARKVILLE – Identical 4-1 scores ended the weekend for the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program, but the two games could not have been more different. The Diamond Dawgs followed up Saturday’s walk-off by scoring four early runs on Sunday (March 14) to complete the series sweep of the Eagles. A three-run double by Scotty Dubrule opened the scoring in the second inning, before the two teams exchanged solo home runs in the third inning to cap the scoring. Mississippi State (13-3) out-hit EMU (4-5), 8-4, and the MSU…
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Walks-Off Eastern Michigan on Saturday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-walks-off-eastern-michigan-on-saturday/): Dawgs walk off for the third time in 2021 on Tanner’s blast to left center against Eastern Michigan STARKVILLE – On a beautiful afternoon at Dudy Noble Field, the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program provided some theatrics with its third walk-off win of the season in a 4-1 victory over Eastern Michigan on Saturday (March 13). The Dawgs trailed 1-0 heading into the bottom of the ninth inning before Logan Tanner’s three-run blast sent The Dude into a frenzy. A fourth-inning solo home run by Eastern Michigan’s Taylor Hopkins accounted for the only run of the game before Mississippi State (12-3) came…
- [No. 2 Diamond Dawgs Tops Eastern Michigan 14-0 to Open Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-diamond-dawgs-tops-eastern-michigan-14-0-to-open-series/): State runs scoreless innings streak to a modern day school-record 36 innings with fourth straight shutout STARKVILLE – A fourth straight shutout helped the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program to a series-opening victory over Eastern Michigan on Friday (March 12) evening at Dudy Noble Field. The offense scored 14 runs on 14 hits, while the pitching staff struck out 18 batters in the victory. On the mound, Mississippi State (11-3) moved its scoreless streak to 36 innings and in the process set the modern-day school record for consecutive scoreless innings. The previous best was 30 innings by the 1976 squad that…
- [#SBW21: Super Bulldog Weekend Set For April 16-18](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sbw21-super-bulldog-weekend-set-for-april-16-18/): STARKVILLE – A Mississippi State spring homecoming tradition returns April 16-18 with the annual Super Bulldog Weekend on the MSU campus. Coach Chris Lemonis‘ No. 2 nationally ranked Diamond Dawgs will take on in-state rival Ole Miss at Dudy Noble Field for a three-game SEC series with game times at 6 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday.  Head football coach Mike Leach‘s 2021 Bulldogs will host the Maroon and White Game on Saturday, April 17, in Davis Wade Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 11 a.m. and admission is free. Television information will be announced in the near future.   MSU’s clear bag and metal…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Eastern Michigan](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-eastern-michigan/): Diamond Dawgs, Eagles will meet at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 11 in the opener of a three-game series STARKVILLE – The final weekend before conference play arrives sees the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program welcome Eastern Michigan for a three-game set at Dudy Noble Field. The Diamond Dawgs and Eagles will meet for the first time in program history in Friday’s (March 12) series opener. Over the last three games, Mississippi State (10-3) has scored 27 runs in the last 27 innings to support a pitching staff that has not allowed a run over that span. State has posted 31…
- [Mississippi State Baseball ‘Dawg Talk’ Begins March 15 at Uno Mas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-dawg-talk-begins-march-15-at-uno-mas/): Dawg Talk with head coach Chris Lemonis and the “Voice of the Diamond Dawgs” Jim Ellis begins March 15 at Uno Mas STARKVILLE – Mississippi State head baseball coach Chris Lemonis will kick off the 2021 baseball edition of ‘Dawg Talk’ on Monday, March 15 from 6-7 p.m. at Uno Mas Starkville. The first show featuring Lemonis and Jim Ellis, the Voice of the Diamond Dawgs, will air exclusively on the MSU Sports Radio Network and via Facebook. As the Uno Mas Starkville location continues to ready for its grand opening, the March 15 show will be closed to the public. Located at 106…
- [Dawgs Post Third Straight Shutout in Victory over ULL](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-post-third-straight-shutout-in-victory-over-ull/): Dawgs post three straight shutouts for the first time since March 22-24, 1976 STARKVILLE – More than a few pages had to be turned and a litany of results scoured as the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program was on its way to its third straight shutout victory, 4-0, over Louisiana-Lafayette on Wednesday (March 10) night at Dudy Noble Field. For the first time since 1976, the Diamond Dawgs have blanked three straight foes and carry a streak of 27 straight scoreless innings into a weekend series with Eastern Michigan. The 76 squad went 29 straight innings during their streak. This is…
- [No. 2 Baseball Blanks Grambling](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-baseball-blanks-grambling/): Pitching staff posts back-to-back shutouts for first time since 2016; Offense post double-digit runs for second straight game STARKVILLE – Pitching has led the way, but the offense has come up big in the last two games, as the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program grabbed a 10-0 victory over Grambling to kick off a five-game week on Tuesday (March 9) at Dudy Noble Field. Second-year freshman Will Bednar made his first start of the season and threw the first two innings scoreless with five strikeouts. He allowed one hit but faced the minimum thanks to a caught stealing. Freshman Dylan Carmouche (1-0) picked up the…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Grambling/Louisiana Lafayette](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-grambling-louisiana-lafayette/): Diamond Dawgs host pair of 6 p.m. midweek tilts at Dudy Noble Field STARKVILLE – Amidst 10 games in 14 days, the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program will continue its homestand with a pair of midweek contests, hosting Grambling on Tuesday (March 9) and Louisiana Lafayette on Wednesday (March 10) at Dudy Noble Field. Both games will begin at 6 p.m. and are available on the MSU Radio Network and SEC Network+. Coming off of the ninth no-hitter in program history, Mississippi State (8-3) looks to continue its string of strong performances on the mound. State has struck out double-digit batters…
- [GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET INFORMATION FOR MIDWEEK GAMES VS. GRAMBLING & LOUISIANA](https://leftfieldlounge.com/general-admission-ticket-information-for-midweek-games-vs-grambling-louisiana/): Based on updates in Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves’ latest Executive Order, Mississippi State Athletics is beginning to optimize capacity at Dudy Noble Field. We are excited to announce that 1,000 general admission tickets will be available for purchase to this week’s Tuesday game vs. Grambling at 6 p.m. and Wednesday game vs. Louisiana at 6 p.m. Tickets will go on sale the morning of each game at 8 a.m. and will be $5 a ticket. Fans can purchase tickets at hailstate.com/tickets or click the Buy Tickets button below. With a general admission ticket, fans will be able to sit in unused chairbacks in…
- [Mississippi State Baseball’s Jackson Fristoe Tabbed SEC Freshman of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseballs-jackson-fristoe-tabbed-sec-freshman-of-the-week/): Fristoe fired six perfect innings to earn his first career victory in State’s combined no-hitter against Kent State on Sunday STARKVILLE – Perfection in many aspects of life is unattainable and in baseball it is almost impossible to achieve. However, for six innings on Sunday (March 7) against Kent State, Mississippi State baseball right-handed pitcher Jackson Fristoe was perfect and for that was named the Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Week. The Paducah, Kentucky, native faced eighteen batters in his third career collegiate start and the true freshman sent all 18 of them back to the dugout without reaching base. Fristoe tossed the first…
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball No-Hits Kent State for Series Win](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-no-hits-kent-state-for-series-win/): Fristoe, Sims, Tepper and Tullar combine to strike out 13 and allow only three base runners in MSU’s first no-hitter since 1999 STARKVILLE – The anatomy of a no-hitter is usually pretty simple: really good pitching along with timely – and at times sparkling – defense. On Sunday (March 7), Mississippi State baseball mixed in little of all of that for the program’s first no-hitter since 1999 and a 13-0 victory to earn the series win over Kent State at Dudy Noble Field. Four pitchers combined for the first no-hitter in 22 years, as freshman Jackson Fristoe tossed six perfect innings in his third…
- [No. 2 Baseball Drops Decision to Kent State on Saturday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-baseball-drops-decision-to-kent-state-on-saturday/): Dubrule and James each collect multi-hit games, Allen moves hitting streak to seven games STARKVILLE – The game-tying run stood on deck in the ninth inning, but No. 2 Mississippi State baseball couldn’t get him to the plate in a 9-5 loss to Kent State on Saturday (March 6) at Dudy Noble Field. The Diamond Dawgs cranked out 10 hits and walked four times but stranded seven runners and hit into two double plays. The Golden Flashes belted out 13 hits and had at least one runner on base in seven of the nine innings. At the plate, Luke Hancock moved his reached base…
- [Pitching, Big Inning Leads No. 2 Baseball Past Kent State in Series Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/pitching-big-inning-leads-no-2-baseball-past-kent-state-in-series-opener/): Pitching staff fans 15 batters, offense scores six times in the fifth for series-opening win STARKVILLE – After falling behind 3-1 to visiting Kent State, No. 2 Mississippi State baseball’s pitching staff retired 19 straight batters and the offense turned in a six-run fifth inning to come away with a series-opening, 8-3, win on Friday (March 5) night at Dudy Noble Field.  The two teams exchanged first-inning runs, before Kent State (3-3) grabbed a 3-1 lead with a pair of runs in the second. Brandon Smith relieved Mississippi State (7-2) starting pitcher Christian MacLeod with two outs and the bases loaded in the second inning, and Kent…
- [Staying Up With College Baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/staying-up-with-college-baseball/): If you have ever wondered how to keep up with college baseball games other than the Diamond Dogs, here’s how to do it. Begin by clicking the Scoreboard link on the app, or the WarrenNolan image below. That will take you directly to the WarrenNolan.com daily baseball schedule. You can customize that to just watch SEC scores or Top 25 scores or all college baseball games. Now, if you are sitting in your office on a sunny afternoon and have the urge to listen to a game, click the TuneIn Radio link below and choose the broadcast of the game you…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Kent State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-kent-state/): Diamond Dawgs and Golden Flashes meet for the first time since 2001 NCAA Regional STARKVILLE – Entering the weekend with three straight wins, the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program will begin a stretch of nine straight games at Dudy Noble Field when it hosts Kent State for a three game series starting on Friday (March 5). MSU ran its in-state winning streak to 11 games with a 20-strikeout effort from its pitching staff on Wednesday, after taking the final two games from Tulane in walkoff fashion last weekend. State has been up to the task on the mound to start 2021,…
- [March 4 Updated Leftfield Lounge Servicing Info](https://leftfieldlounge.com/march-4-updated-leftfield-lounge-servicing-info/): Thank you for your patience and we transition into some new operating procedures based on the most recent Executive Order issued by the Governor.  Beginning this weekend, we will open gates 90 minutes prior to first pitch and extend servicing time from 30 minutes to one hour.  Starting Friday, the new servicing times will be:   Weekday Games at 4 p.m., Servicing 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., Gates open at 2:30 p.m. Weekday Games at 6 p.m., Servicing 3 p.m. – 4 p.m., Gates open at 4:30 p.m. Friday Games at 6 p.m., Servicing 3 p.m. – 4 p.m., Gates open at…
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Fans 20 in Victory over Southern Miss](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-fans-20-in-victory-over-southern-miss/): MSU strikes out 20 batter for the first time since 2002 against Jacksonville State PEARL, Miss. – Houston Harding struck out a career-best nine batters in the start and Logan Tanner drove in a pair of runs as the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program notched a 4-1 victory over Southern Miss on Wednesday (March 3) at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Mississippi. Mississippi State (6-2) racked up 20 strikeouts in a game for the first time in exactly 19 years. On March 3, 2002, the Diamond Dawgs struck out 20 batters against Jacksonville State at Dudy Noble Field in the final game of a…
- [Mississippi State Baseball Adjusts Weekend Schedule](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-adjusts-weekend-schedule/): Diamond Dawgs will host Kent State for a three-game series starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 5 STARKVILLE – The weekend baseball series between Tennessee Tech and No. 5 Mississippi State, originally scheduled to be played March 5-7 at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville, Mississippi, has been cancelled due to positive COVID-19 tests and contact tracing within the Tennessee Tech program. The Diamond Dawgs will now play Kent State in a three-game series at The Dude March 5-7. First pitch times for the weekend will be 6 p.m. on Friday, 2 p.m. on Saturday and Noon on Sunday. Tickets previously distributed…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: vs. Southern Miss](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-vs-southern-miss/): Bulldogs and Golden Eagles meet at Trustmark Park with first pitch scheduled for 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 3 STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball program will play its fourth neutral site game of the season on Wednesday (March 3) as they travel down to Trustmark Park in Pearl to face off with Southern Miss. First pitch is slated for 6 p.m. The Bulldogs and Golden Eagles will meet for the 126th time in program history, with MSU holding an 83-42 edge on the all-time ledger. This will be the 10th meeting between the two programs at Trustmark Park, with MSU owning…
- [STATEMENT FROM MSU ATHLETICS ON GOVERNOR’S ANNOUNCEMENT](https://leftfieldlounge.com/statement-from-msu-athletics-on-governors-announcement/): Based on updates in Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves’ latest Executive Order, Mississippi State Athletics will optimize capacity at events in the near future while maintaining appropriate health and safety standards. The health and safety of student-athletes, staff and the Mississippi State community remain of the utmost importance. MSU intends to strike a necessary balance between protecting our student-athletes, staff, and fans and expanded capacity and fewer restrictions. MSU is in constant communication with state and local government officials, as well as other state institutions, to determine what modifications will be made to existing game-day operations plans. MSU Athletics will assess the situation during the…
- [Mississippi State Baseball and Southern Miss to Play Wednesday in Pearl](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-and-southern-miss-to-play-wednesday-in-pearl/): Bulldogs and Golden Eagles move game to Wednesday, March 3 due to forecasted weather in the area on Tuesday STARKVILLE – Spectrum Events announced on Monday (March 1) that the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program’s neutral site contest with Southern Miss at Trustmark Park in Pearl has been moved to Wednesday, March 3 at 6 p.m. due to the forecasted weather moving through the area early in the week. The Diamond Dawgs and Golden Eagles were slated to play on Tuesday, March 2, but wet weather will move through the area over the next 48 hours, prompting the move. Ticketholders should…
- [No. 5 Mississippi State Baseball Walks Off Tulane for Second Straight Game to Take the Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-5-mississippi-state-baseball-walks-off-tulane-for-second-straight-game-to-take-the-series/): Allen delivers second career walk-off hit to give State series victory over Tulane STARKVILLE – It was a weekend of drama at Dudy Noble Field as weather loomed early in the week and closely contested games followed, but the No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program was able to walk away with a series win thanks to back-to-back walk-off victories over Tulane, which was capped by a Tanner Allen two-RBI single to give the Bulldogs a 5-4 win in the series finale on Sunday (Feb. 28). Solo home runs in the second and fourth innings gave Tulane (3-4) an early lead, but a three-run sixth…
- [Series Finale with Tulane Moved to Noon Start](https://leftfieldlounge.com/series-finale-with-tulane-moved-to-noon-start/): Bulldogs and Green Wave will play the rubber game at Noon on Sunday, Feb. 28 STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball program will close out its series with Tulane at a new time on Sunday, February 28. The Bulldogs and Green Wave will now throw the first pitch in the rubber game of the three-game series at Noon. Tulane (3-3) won the series opener, 7-3, on Friday before Mississippi State (4-2) claimed a walk-off, 9-5 victory on Saturday afternoon behind a six-run ninth inning, which was capped by a walk-off grand slam by Luke Hancock.
- [Luke Hancock’s Walk-Off Grand Slam Lifts No. 5 Mississippi State Baseball Over Tulane to Even Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/luke-hancocks-walk-off-grand-slam-lifts-no-5-mississippi-state-baseball-over-tulane-to-even-series/): Hancock blasts third home run of the season for first-career walk-off hit STARKVILLE – Growing up 40 miles from Dudy Noble Field, sophomore Luke Hancock is well aware that The Dude is a special place. On Saturday (Feb. 27) evening he left his mark with a walk-off grand slam that gave the No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program a 9-5 win over Tulane to even the series.  The Diamond Dawg offense was powered by the home run on Saturday, as junior Tanner Allen hit his first home run of the season to start the scoring for MSU in the first inning and second-year freshman Kamren James led off…
- [No. 5 Mississippi State Baseball Drops Series Opener to Tulane](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-5-mississippi-state-baseball-drops-series-opener-to-tulane/): Hatcher extends career-long reached base streak to 12 games, Allen chips in two hits in loss to Green Wave STARKVILLE – An early lead for the No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program eventually ended in a 7-3 loss to Tulane in the series opener on Friday (Feb. 26) at Dudy Noble Field. Mississippi State (3-2) scratched across single runs in the first, sixth and ninth, while Tulane (3-2) scored three runs in the third and sixth and added an insurance run in the ninth. Three of MSU’s six hits went for extra bases, while Tulane’s Collin Burns hit a home run. Junior Tanner…
- [Important MSU Student Baseball Gameday Info](https://leftfieldlounge.com/important-msu-student-baseball-gameday-info/): Here is a quick video with important information for Mississippi State students who will be attending baseball games at Dudy Noble Field this year. Tap the video to play.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Tulane](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-tulane/): Diamond Dawgs meet up with former SEC foe Tulane for weekend series at Dudy Noble Field STARKVILLE – Two of the 13 founding members of the Southeastern Conference will meet at Dudy Noble Field for a non-conference baseball series, as the No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program hosts Tulane beginning at 4 p.m. on Friday (Feb. 26). Th two universities were a part of the 14-member group that formed the SEC beginning with the 1932-33 academic year and the two teams met 80 times as conference foes on the diamond. Overall, MSU and TU have faced off 109 times in baseball, with…
- [No. 5 Mississippi State Baseball Opens Home Slate with Victory Over Jackson State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-5-mississippi-state-baseball-opens-home-slate-with-victory-over-jackson-state/): James blasts first home run of the season, pitching staff holds JSU to just two hits STARKVILLE – The No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program opened the home portion of its schedule with a 7-3 victory over Jackson State on Wednesday (Feb. 24) at Dudy Noble Field. Seven Bulldog pitchers combined to two-hit the Tigers, while the MSU offense pounded out 10 hits in the victory. Kamren James opened the scoring with his second career home run, a two-run shot in the first inning. Drew McGowan and Landon Jordan added RBIs in the contest and a double steal accounted for the fifth run of the game. A…
- [More Fun, Plenty of Strikeouts, Six Top 12 Nationally Teams, SEC Wins 8-1 in Games](https://leftfieldlounge.com/more-fun-plenty-of-strikeouts-six-top-12-nationally-teams-sec-wins-8-1-in-games/): Former Mississippi State Baseball SID Bo Carter brings you this article from Monday at the State Farm College Baseball Showdown in Arlington, TX. And who other than Bo would remember the Koestler Bakery family with Carlisle Koestler on the mound for the Dogs. By Bo Carter, Bcarter@footballfoundation.com – Sports Page DFW, The Texas Sports Daily ARLINGTON, Texas – Plenty of runs, tons of more strikeouts by 90-miles-per-hour-plus pitchers, ESPN highlight plays afield. That was Day 3 of the Big 12-SEC State Farm College Baseball Showdown at Globe Life Field Monday in the hotly-contested, nine-game extravaganza with the Southeastern Conference capturing seven of the…
- [Can College Baseball Season Start Any Better Than This?](https://leftfieldlounge.com/can-college-baseball-season-start-any-better-than-this/): Former Mississippi State Baseball SID Bo Carter covered the tournament this past weekend for the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association. Good material from a former Bulldog!! Click below to read the article. By Bo Carter, Bcarter@footballfoundation.com – Sports Page DFW, The Texas Sports Daily ARLINGTON, Texas – Take six teams ranked among the Top 12 nationally in NCAA Division I baseball. Add in 60-plus possible future professional prospects and the traditions of six diamond powerhouses with enthusiastic fans driven a little stir-crazy by bizarre winter weather throughout the Southwest and Southeast last week. Stir gently with some traditional Southwest Conference baseball rivalries among…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: Host Jackson State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-jackson-state/): Bulldogs and Tigers meet for the 61st time in program history on Wednesday at Dudy Noble Field STARKVILLE – After a pair of top 10 victories on opening weekend at the State Farm College Baseball Classic, the No. 5 Mississippi State baseball program will open the home portion of its schedule against Jackson State at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 24. The Bulldogs and Tigers will meet for the 61st time in program history and 38th time at Dudy Noble Field since the first meeting in 1976. The last meeting came during the 2019 campaign, a 17-4 MSU victory, as the Dawgs…
- [Sims Tabbed for SEC, Golden Spikes Weekly Award](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sims-tabbed-for-sec-golden-spikes-weekly-award/): Sims opens 2021 with a 10-strikeout relief performance against No. 12 Texas at the State Farm College Baseball Showdown STARKVILLE – Twelve batters came to the plate against Mississippi State baseball’s second-year freshman Landon Sims and all 12 of them retreated to the dugout without reaching base in State’s season-opening win over No. 12 Texas at the State Farm College Baseball Showdown. For his efforts, Sims was tabbed as the SEC Co-Pitcher of the Week as announced by the conference office on Tuesday (Feb. 23). The Cummings, Georgia, native was also selected as the Golden Spikes Award D1Baseball Performance of the Week as announced…
- [Baseball Topples No. 12 Texas Tech in Showdown Finale](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-topples-no-12-texas-tech-in-showdown-finale/): Hancock hits second home run of the weekend against the Red Raiders ARLINGTON, Texas – For the third straight season, the No. 8 Mississippi State baseball program faced off with No. 12 Texas Tech in a neutral site contest and for the fourth time in those three seasons, State came away with a victory, 11-5, over the Red Raiders to close out the State Farm College Baseball Showdown. The lead changed hands three times in the game and entered the ninth inning with State holding a one-run lead, 6-5. The Dawgs exploded for five runs in the ninth, which included a Rowdey Jordan RBI…
- [Left Field Lounge Pre-Game Servicing Schedule](https://leftfieldlounge.com/left-field-lounge-pre-game-servicing-schedule/): Just a quick reminder that the Left Field Lounge will be open today from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. for another opportunity to move in supplies.  As the season gets started this week, I also wanted to share the schedule for pre-game servicing this season.  If you have not been able to move in due to the weather, you are certainly welcome to bring anything you need during the servicing times.  The Left Field Lounge will be open for pre-game servicing 3 and a half hours prior to first pitch and will last 30 minutes.  The outfield area will be cleared…
- [Baseball Drops 3-2 Decision to No. 13 TCU](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-drops-3-2-decision-to-no-13-tcu/): Rowdey Jordan homers for second straight game at the event ARLINGTON, Texas – A ninth-inning rally came up short, as pitching ruled the opening game of day two at the State Farm College Baseball Showdown inside Globe Life Field, as the No. 8 Mississippi State baseball program dropped a 3-2 decision to No. 13 TCU on Sunday (Feb. 21) afternoon. Mississippi State out-hit TCU, 7-4, and had the bases loaded with one out in the ninth inning, before Horned Frogs’ closer Garrett Wright induced the game-ending double play ball. TCU benefited from seven walks by the MSU pitching staff and was able…
- [Sims Shines in Season-Opening Victory over Texas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sims-shines-in-season-opening-victory-over-texas/): Dawgs get 18 strikeouts from the pitching staff, homers from Hancock and Rowdey Jordan in win over Longhorns ARLINGTON, Texas – Baseball blue bloods matched up in the opening game of the 2021 State Farm College Baseball Showdown, as the No. 8 Mississippi State baseball program toppled No. 12 Texas, 8-3, behind a dominate performance on the mound and timely hitting inside Globe Life Field. The victory pushes Mississippi State to 1-0 on the season and continues a recent trend of success against top 25 teams in the regular season. The Dawgs are 12-1 against top 25 opponents in the last 13…
- [Mississippi State Alters Midweek Series against Jackson State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-alters-midweek-series-against-jackson-state/): State will now face the Tigers in one game on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 4 p.m. STARKVILLE – With its opening weekend schedule changed due to weather, the Mississippi State baseball program has altered the schedule for its home opening midweek series against Jackson State. The Bulldogs and Tigers will now play one game on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 4 p.m. at Dudy Noble Field. The Tuesday, Feb. 23 game has been postponed. Fans that have already downloaded mobile tickets for the two games are asked to not delete tickets for the cancelled Tuesday, Feb. 23 contest. More information regarding tickets for…
- [Collegiate Baseball Writers Name Price to Stopper of the Year Watch List](https://leftfieldlounge.com/collegiate-baseball-writers-name-price-to-stopper-of-the-year-watch-list/): STARKVILLE – Spencer Price received a significant appraisal ahead of the 2021 season as the reliever was named to the initial watch list for the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Stopper of the Year award on Friday (Feb. 19), the prize given annually to the top reliever in college baseball. Among 45 student-athletes to make the list, Price is one of 10 SEC relievers to be picked. The midseason watch list will be announced on Wednesday, April 28. Price pitched 7 1/3 shutout innings over eight appearances during the abbreviated 2020 season. He closed the campaign out with SEC Pitcher of the Week…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: State Farm College Baseball Showdown](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-state-farm-college-baseball-showdown/): Mississippi State will open the season at Globe Life Field against a trio of ranked opponents from the Big 12 STARKVILLE – After 364 days of waiting, the Mississippi State baseball program will return to the field at the State Farm College Baseball Classic in Arlington, Texas on Saturday, Feb. 20. The Diamond Dawgs will start the season against Texas at 11 a.m. at Globe Life Field, the home of the Texas Rangers. After facing the Longhorns, MSU will take on TCU on Sunday, Feb. 21 at 11 a.m., before closing out the event with a matchup against Texas Tech at 11…
- [Sports brought normalcy to 'abnormal world,' SEC chief tells Hoover chamber](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sports-brought-normalcy-to-abnormal-world-sec-chief-tells-hoover-chamber/): Ran across this article in the Hoover Sun today. After cancelling the SEC Tournament at the Hoover Met last spring, the commissioner is ready to get back to the Met in May. Tap the image below to read the article from Hoover Sun. Sports brought normalcy to ‘abnormal world,’ SEC chief tells Hoover chamber
- [The Top 10 MLB Prospects At The State Farm College Baseball Showdown](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-top-10-mlb-prospects-at-the-state-farm-college-baseball-showdown/): As we get closer to the 2021 opener in the State Farm College Baseball Showdown Saturday at 11 AM CT. Three Mississippi State players are listed among the top 10 MLB Prospects in the tournament. Tap the image below to read the article. <a class=”embedly-card” data-card-controls=”0″ href=”https://www.flobaseball.tv/articles/6880124-the-top-10-mlb-prospects-at-the-state-farm-college-baseball-showdown“>The Top 10 MLB Prospects At The State Farm College Baseball Showdown</a><script async=”” src=”//cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js” charset=”UTF-8″></script>
- [MacLeod Named to Golden Spikes Award Preseason List](https://leftfieldlounge.com/macleod-named-to-golden-spikes-award-preseason-list/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State baseball left-handed pitcher Christian MacLeod added another preseason accolade to his resume, as USA Baseball announced the third-year freshman as part of the 55-player preseason list for the Golden Spikes Award. The Diamond Dawgs have had at least one student-athlete on the Golden Spikes Award preseason watch list for five straight seasons: Justin Foscue (2020), JT Ginn (2020), Jake Mangum (2017-19), Konnor Pilkington (2018). Most recently, Ethan Small and Mangum were tabbed as semifinalists for the award in 2019, and Dakota Hudson (2016) was a semifinalist in 2016. Brent Rooker (2017) joined Will Clark (1985) and Palmeiro (1984) as the only finalists in program history. In 1985, Clark claimed the Golden Spikes Award after he hit .420 with 77 RBIs and 75 runs…
- [Baseball Set for 11 National Broadcasts in 2021](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-set-for-11-national-broadcasts-in-2021/): STARKVILLE – The Southeastern Conference office and ESPN have announced the television coverage for the 2021 baseball season, with Mississippi State slated for at least 11 appearances on the ESPN family of networks. The SEC schedule will open in front of a national audience on Friday, Mach 19 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, as MSU will face off with LSU on the SEC Network at Alex Box Stadium. The next three national broadcasts will originate from the Carnegie Hall of College Baseball, starting with the series finale against Arkansas on the SEC Network. The March 28 contest against the Razorbacks is the first of three…
- [Feb 19 UPDATE - Left Field Lounge Move In Schedule Change](https://leftfieldlounge.com/feb-19-update-left-field-lounge-move-in-schedule-change/): Due to significant ice accumulations, expected overnight temperatures well below freezing and inadequate sunshine today, Left Field Lounge move in is canceled for tomorrow, Saturday, February 19.  We will proceed with the extended Sunday hours and will be adding hours for Monday.  Revised schedule will be as follows: Friday, February 19 from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Canceled Saturday, February 20 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.  – Canceled Sunday, February 21 from Noon – 5 p.m. Monday, February 22 from 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. The centerfield gate will be open during the times above and you may use the circle drive…
- [Athlon Sports College Baseball Top 25 Rankings for 2021](https://leftfieldlounge.com/athlon-sports-college-baseball-top-25-rankings-for-2021/): Here is another preseason Top 25 ranking, this time from Athlon Sports. Tap the image below to check out where the Diamond Dogs were ranked. Athlon Sports College Baseball Top 25 Rankings for 2021
- [Tracking College Baseball Postponements, Cancellations Due To Covid-19](https://leftfieldlounge.com/tracking-college-baseball-postponements-cancellations-due-to-covid-19/): 2021 is going to be an interesting college baseball season to say the least. To help track all the Covid-19 cancellations and postponements, Baseball America is providing this tracking page. Thank you Baseball America, and tap below to access the page! Tracking College Baseball Postponements, Cancellations Due To Covid-19
- [Inclement weather pushes back start of College Baseball Showdown at Globe Life Field](https://leftfieldlounge.com/inclement-weather-pushes-back-start-of-college-baseball-showdown-at-globe-life-field/): With the State Farm College Baseball Showdown just a few days away, here is an article from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Tap the link below to read the article. Inclement weather pushes back start of College Baseball Showdown at Globe Life Field
- [State Farm College Baseball Showdown Schedule Altered for Opening Weekend](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-farm-college-baseball-showdown-schedule-altered-for-opening-weekend/): STARKVILLE – The start of the 2021 State Farm College Baseball Showdown has been moved back one day to Saturday, February 20 due to the current weather conditions affecting Texas, Mississippi and much of the Southern United States, announced the Texas Rangers on Tuesday (Feb. 16). The three-day season opening tournament at Globe Life Field, which features six of the NCAA’s top-ranked baseball programs from the Big 12 and Southeastern Conferences, will now take place on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, February 20-22. The original schedule will be moved back one day with Friday’s games taking place on Saturday, Saturday’s games on Sunday, and…
- [MLB draft prospects 2021: Ranking top 50 players in the class](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-draft-prospects-2021-ranking-top-50-players-in-the-class/): College baseball starts this week, so it only makes sense that someone should put out a list of Top 50 draft prospects. CBS Sports leads the way, with this Top 50 list that includes a Diamond Dog putcher that comes in at number 40. Tap below to red the article and see who it is. MLB draft prospects 2021: Ranking top 50 players in the class
- [How the SEC plans to complete its 56 game baseball season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/how-the-sec-plans-to-complete-its-56-game-baseball-season/): If any of you were/are wondering how the SEC came to the decision on how they would play the regular 56 game regular season this year in the middle of the pandemic, then wonder no more. I ran across this article from The Advocate in Baton Rouge, which is why the lead photo is of LSU. But it is a good read. How the SEC plans to complete its 56-game baseball season
- [SEC team cancels season-opening baseball series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-team-cancels-season-opening-baseball-series/): You knew it was going to happen. You just didn’t know it would be this soon. Kentucky announced Sunday that the Wildcats’ opening series against North Carolina has been canceled due to COVID-19 protocols. Tap below to read the release from SaturdayDownSouth.com SEC team cancels season-opening baseball series
- [Pedro Gomez's legacy will live on through foundation for students](https://leftfieldlounge.com/pedro-gomezs-legacy-will-live-on-through-foundation-for-students/): It was just a week ago on February 4th that a buddy and I got a text from Pedro with a photo of him at the 2016 MSU regional. He asked about everyone, and said he had a great time on his visit to the Leftfield Lounge. He just wanted to say hello and check on us. Five years AFTER the last time he saw us. That was the kind of man and friend Pedro Gomez was. He deserves this honor. Until we meet again Pedro. Pedro Gomez’s legacy will live on through foundation for students
- [MLB unveils new format for minor league baseball divisions](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-unveils-new-format-for-minor-league-baseball-divisions/): You’ve heard about it since last summer’s short round MLB draft. MLB wanted to reorganize their minor league system. And today, they announced how it would be structured, AND that players would be receiving a pay raises tarting this year. Tap the image below to read the full article at CBS Sports. MLB unveils new format for minor league baseball divisions
- [CBS College Baseball 2021 Season Preview](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cbs-college-baseball-2021-season-preview/): CBS Sports shared their 2021 NCAA College Baseball preview. Tap the image below to read the entire article. CBS 2021 NCAA Baseball Preview
- [LIVE Local Dallas-Fort Worth TV with Mississippi State flavor](https://leftfieldlounge.com/live-local-dallas-fort-worth-tv-with-mississippi-state-flavor/): If you are heading to the College Baseball Showdown in Arlington, TX next week, you can check out local CBS affiliate KTVT CBS 11 in Dallas-Fort Worth. One reason to check it out is one of their meteorologists is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Mississippi State University, a former Mississippi State Diamond Girl, and the 2010 homecoming queen! Anne Elise Parks is CBS11 morning on air broadcast meteorologist. So check out before heading to the weather in Arlington before heading to the tournament next week. Tap the image below to view CBS 11 via Pluto.tv for free on your computer…
- [Mississippi State Announces Fan Attendance Guidelines For Softball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-announces-fan-attendance-guidelines-for-softball/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State announced capacity restrictions and safety guidelines for the 2021 softball season on Tuesday (Feb. 9). The Bulldogs open the season on Saturday, Feb. 13 with a double-header against Miami (Ohio). Mississippi State Announces Fan Attendance Guidelines For Softball
- [2021 SEC Baseball Coaches Preseason Poll](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-sec-baseball-coaches-preseason-poll/): The 2021 SEC Baseball Coaches Preseason poll was released today. Click to view the results of the poll. 2021 SEC Baseball Coaches Preseason Poll () – First place votes Western Division 1. Ole Miss (7) – 78 2. Mississippi State (3) – 73  3. Arkansas (2) – 72 4. LSU (2) – 63 5. Texas A&M – 36 6. Auburn – 32  7. Alabama – 31 Eastern Division 1. Florida (13) – 91 2. Vanderbilt (1) – 79 3. Tennessee – 58 4. South Carolina – 55 5. Georgia – 51 6. Missouri – 28 7. Kentucky – 23 SEC Champion: Florida…
- [Mississippi State Baseball Trio Earns Preseason All-SEC](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-trio-earns-preseason-all-sec/): Allen earns first team honors STARKVILLE –  With the 2021 college baseball season just eight days away, the final piece of the 2021 preseason awards picture was released by the Southeastern Conference on Thursday (Feb. 11). The Mississippi State baseball program was tabbed as one of the top contenders in the SEC and three student-athletes were named to the Preseason All-SEC squad. Mississippi State was tabbed to finish second in the SEC Western Division and received one vote to walk away with the overall SEC championship. Just six points separated the top three teams in the west, as Ole Miss (78),…
- [College Baseball Nation Preseason NCAA Tournament Field of 64 Projection](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-baseball-nation-preseason-ncaa-tournament-field-of-64-projection/): The college baseball season officially begins next week, and College Baseball Nation has released their first Field of 64 projection of the year. With expanded rosters and the shortened MLB Draft, college baseball is deeper than ever. Tap the image below to read the article and view the entire field. College Baseball Nation Preseason NCAA Tournament Field of 64 Projection
- [Baseball America 2021 Preseason Projected Field of 64](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-america-2021-preseason-projected-field-of-64/): College baseball season has nearly arrived. Opening Day is a little more than a week away and around the country teams are getting ready to start on the Road to Omaha. Click below to check out the Baseball America Preseason Field of 64.
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- [Left Field Lounge Move In - Feb 5 UPDATE](https://leftfieldlounge.com/left-field-lounge-move-in-feb-5-update/): In order to accommodate those who will be traveling, we are adding Friday, Feb 12 from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. to this schedule.  Following is the complete schedule for 2021 Left Field Lounge move in: Friday, February 12, from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.   Friday, February 19 from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, February 20 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.   Sunday, February 21 from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. The centerfield gate will be open during the times above and you may use the circle drive to drop supplies outside the gate. Please park your vehicle in the…
- [Mississippi State Baseball Earns No. 7 Ranking from USA Today](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-earns-no-7-ranking-from-usa-today/): Dawgs are consensus top 10 team entering 2021 as the coaches rank MSU No. 7 entering the season STARKVILLE – The final preseason poll for the 2021 season arrived on Thursday (Feb. 4), as the Mississippi State baseball program earned its fifth top 10 ranking from the USA Today/Coaches Poll, with the Diamond Dawgs starting the season at No. 7 in its third poll. State also owns top 10 rankings from Baseball America (No. 8), Collegiate Baseball Newspaper (No. 9), D1Baseball (No. 7) and the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association. Perfect Game also has MSU in its top 25 poll at No.…
- [Virtual Media Days: Scott Foxhall Transcript](https://leftfieldlounge.com/virtual-media-days-scott-foxhall-transcript/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball program wrapped up its two-day Virtual Media Days event. Assistant coach/pitching coach Scott Foxhall and assistant coach Kyle Cheesebrough each talked to the media about the upcoming season, how the fall wrapped up and what they are looking forward to in the second week of spring practice. Baseball Media DayWednesday, February 3, 2021Assistant Coach Scott Foxhall Q: How do you handle the expectations of this pitching staff this year? SF: There has been a lot of hype. I would say that it has been well deserved hype for the talent that these guys have. It is…
- [Left Field Lounge Move In Scheduled for February 19 - 21](https://leftfieldlounge.com/left-field-lounge-move-in-scheduled-for-february-19-21/): Left Field Lounge will be open to move in supplies for the 2021 season Friday through Sunday, February 19 – 21 at the following times:   Friday, February 19 from 3 – 7 p.m. Saturday, February 20 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.   Sunday, February 21 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The centerfield gate will be open during the times above and you may use the circle drive to drop supplies outside the gate. Please park your vehicle in the parking lot across Lakeview Dr. behind the baseball scoreboard. We will have staff members on site to assist with unloading and getting…
- [Baseball Earns Fourth Top 10 Ranking Heading into 2021](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-earns-fourth-top-10-ranking-heading-into-2021/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State is a consensus top 10 team entering the 2021 season after the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association tabbed the Diamond Dawgs as No. 7 in the publication’s preseason poll on Tuesday (March 2). State also owns top 10 rankings from Baseball America (No. 8), Collegiate Baseball Newspaper (No. 9) and D1Baseball (No. 7). Perfect Game also has MSU in its top 25 poll at No. 12. Keep up with all of the preseason news, notes, rankings and awards at the 2021 Diamond Dawgs Preseason Central. For the fourth straight season and eight of the last nine years, Mississippi State…
- [Virtual Media Days: Chris Lemonis Transcript](https://leftfieldlounge.com/virtual-media-days-chris-lemonis-transcript/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball program held its first media availability of the spring on Tuesday (February 2) to kick off the two-day Virtual Media Days event. Head coach Chris Lemonis and assistant coach Jake Gautreau each talked to the media about the upcoming season, how the fall wrapped up and what they are looking forward to in the second week of spring practice. Below is a full transcript of head coach Chris Lemonis’ media session. Baseball Media DayTuesday, February 2, 2021Head Coach Chris Lemonis  Opening Statement:CL: I appreciate everyone being on today. It’s an exciting time of the year. It doesn’t…
- [THREE-DAY TOURNAMENT PASSES SOLD OUT FOR STATE FARM COLLEGE BASEBALL SHOWDOWN](https://leftfieldlounge.com/three-day-tournament-passes-sold-out-for-state-farm-college-baseball-showdown/): Single Day Tickets Still Available Arlington, TX – Ticket sales for 2021 State Farm College Baseball Showdown at Globe Life Field have been brisk. All available three-day Tournament Passes have been sold for the Showdown, which takes place February 19-21 and features six of the NCAA’s top-ranked baseball programs from the Big 12 and Southeastern Conferences. Single day tickets, which are priced at $25 for adults and $15 for youth 13 and under, remain for the College Baseball Showdown. Tickets can be purchased at texasrangers.com/collegebaseballshowdown. All seating will be general admission. A single day ticket will be good for all three games on that day. Group…
- [Mississippi State Announces Game Day Operational Guidelines, Capacity and Updates for Dudy Noble Field in 2021](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-announces-game-day-operational-guidelines-capacity-and-updates-for-dudy-noble-field-in-2021/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State Athletics announced Thursday (Jan. 28) a reduced capacity at Dudy Noble Field for the 2021 season in compliance with state and local guidelines. Properly spaced and marked grandstand seating will be available in two and four seat pods, with club, suite and outfield boxes determined by the Governor’s current Executive Order. There will be no gameday ticket sales for the 2021 season. In accordance with all current State of Mississippi guidelines, policies, and regulations, MSU anticipates Dudy Noble Field shall be limited to a maximum of 25% of available seating capacity to ensure a minimum of 6 feet…
- [MLB will host its first-ever draft combine](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-will-host-its-first-ever-draft-combine/): Tap on the image below to read the article
- [Baseball America Tabs State No. 8 Entering 2021](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-america-tabs-state-no-8-entering-2021/): STARKVILLE – The fourth preseason poll of 2021 in the form of Baseball America’s preseason top 25, which tabbed the Mississippi State baseball program as the No. 8 team in its initial rankings. State landed the No. 8 spot in the Baseball America poll, adding to the top 10 rankings from D1Baseball (No. 7) and College Baseball Newspaper (No. 9). Perfect Game also has MSU in its top 25 poll at the No. 12 spot. Keep up with all of the preseason news, notes, rankings and awards at the 2021 Diamond Dawgs Preseason Central. For the fourth straight season, Mississippi State finds itself…
- [Baseball Tabbed Top 10 in Collegiate Baseball Preseason Poll](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-tabbed-top-10-in-collegiate-baseball-preseason-poll/): STARKVILLE – For the first time since at least 1998, the Mississippi State baseball program will begin back-to-back seasons ranked among the top 10 nationally in Collegiate Baseball Newspaper’s preseason poll, as the Bulldogs enter 2021 ranked as the No. 9 program in the publications preseason poll. Collegiate Baseball released the preseason poll on Monday (Dec. 21), which features eight Southeastern Conference teams among its top 25. Joining Mississippi State is Florida (1), Vanderbilt (2), Ole Miss (5), LSU (7) Georgia (12), South Carolina (21) and Arkansas (22). The 2020 season featured a 12-4 record prior to the abrupt end due to…
- [2021 State Farm College Baseball Showdown](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-state-farm-college-baseball-showdown/): ARLINGTON, Texas –Globe Life Field will host the Mississippi State baseball program for the season-opening State Farm College Baseball Show on February 19-21, as the Texas Rangers announced the pairing of the Southeastern Conference and the Big 12 on Thursday (January 21). The Bulldogs will throw the first pitch at 11 a.m. CT on each of the three days of the tournament, which features MSU, Arkansas and Ole Miss from the SEC taking on TCU, Texas and Texas Tech of the Big 12. Globe Life Field will be the fourth MLB facility to host the Diamond Dawgs, with the Metrodome (1992; Minneapolis,…
- [Mississippi State Baseball Announces 2021 Schedule](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-announces-2021-schedule/): STARKVILLE – The crack of the bat and pop of the glove will return in just 31 days, as the Mississippi State baseball program and head coach Chris Lemonis announced the 2021 schedule on Tuesday (January 19). Mississippi State’s schedule features 35 home games, 16 road contests and four neutral site matchups. The schedule features a pair of lengthy homestands, as Dudy Noble Field hosts nine games each from March 5-16 and March 23-April 6. The opening weekend will feature three games at Globe Life Field (Feb. 19-21) in Arlington, Texas, home of Major League Baseball’s Texas Rangers. Opponents, game times and full event…
- [2021 SEC Baseball Awards Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-sec-baseball-awards-announced/): HOOVER, Ala. (May 24, 2021)—–The Southeastern Conference on Monday announced its 2021 Baseball Awards and All-SEC Teams, recognizing standout performances from this season. The 2021 SEC Baseball Tournament will be played Tuesday through Sunday at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium. Mississippi State’s Tanner Allen was named the SEC Player of the Year, Arkansas’ Kevin Kopps is the SEC Pitcher of the Year, Vanderbilt’s Jack Leiter is the SEC Newcomer of the Year, Vanderbilt’s Enrique Bradfield Jr., is the SEC Freshman of the Year, Arkansas’ Dave Van Horn is the SEC Coach of the Year and Ole Miss’ Tim Elko is the SEC Scholar-Athlete…
- [No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball Completes Sweep at Alabama](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-completes-sweep-at-alabama/): Harding retires 15 straight batters in relief to earn the victory and secure State’s fourth series sweep of 2021  TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – All nine starters collected a hit for the No. 3 Mississippi State baseball program in a 7-3 victory at Alabama on Saturday (May 22) afternoon to wrap up the regular season at Sewell-Thomas Stadium with a series sweep.  The victory locked up a bye into the double-elimination portion of the SEC Tournament, which begins Tuesday (May 24) in Hoover, Alabama. Mississippi State will be the No. 3 seed and play in the first game on day two of the event…
- [2021 SEC Tournament Bracket Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-sec-tournament-bracket-announced/): Tuesday-Sunday, May 25-30 Hoover Metropolitan Stadium, Hoover, Ala. Tuesday, May 25              Game 1 (9:30 a.m.) – #6 Florida vs. # 11 Kentucky [SEC Network] Game 2 (TBD) –  #7 South Carolina vs. #10 Alabama [SEC Network] Game 3 (4:30 p.m.) – #8 Georgia vs. #9 LSU [SEC Network] Game 4 (TBD) – #5 Ole Miss vs. #12 Auburn [SEC Network] Wednesday, May 26      Game 5 (9:30 a.m.) – #3 Mississippi State vs. Winner Game 1 [SEC Network] Game 6 (TBD) – #2 Tennessee vs. Winner Game 2 [SEC Network] Game 7 (4:30 p.m.) – #1 Arkansas vs. Winner Game 3 [SEC Network] Game 8 (TBD) –…
- [Baseball Canada announces WBSC Baseball Americas Qualifier roster](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-canada-announces-wbsc-baseball-americas-qualifier-roster/): Former Mississippi State great Jacob Robson has been named to the roster for Baseball Canada as they make a push for the 2022 Summer Olympics in Japan. Tap the link below to read the article
- [Ron Darling, Frank Viola and NCAA baseball's greatest game ever, 40 years on](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ron-darling-frank-viola-and-ncaa-baseballs-greatest-game-ever-40-years-on/): With NCAA Regionals starting up in a couple of weeks, here is a story about a fantastic pitchers duel in a regional in 1981. 12 innings, final score 1-0. And both starting pitchers pitched complete games. Tap below to read the article.
- [Mississippi State Baseball’s Allen, Sims Tabbed Semifinalists for Howser Trophy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseballs-allen-sims-tabbed-semifinalists-for-howser-trophy/): Allen, Sims mark second Diamond Dawg duo to earn semifinalist honors in the same season STARKVILLE – The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA) has released the list of semifinalists for the 2021 Dick Howser Trophy, which honors the national player of the yearin college baseball, and it includes a pair of Mississippi State baseball student-athletes in Tanner Allen and Landon Sims. Allen and Sims selection as semifinalists for the award marks just the second time in program history MSU has produced a duo on the awards semifinal list. They join Jake Mangum and Ethan Small as the who were both semifinalists in 2019. Allen has been at his…
- [No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball Grabs Series with Shutout Win at Alabama](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-grabs-series-with-shutout-win-at-alabama/): Bednar throws career-best eight innings with 11 strikeouts to earn sixth win of the season TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A career-high eight innings from Will Bednar and multi-RBI games from Tanner Allen and Luke Hancock helped the No. 3 Mississippi State baseball program to a 7-0 victory over Alabama to lock up its seventh SEC series victory of the season on Friday (May 21) evening inside Sewell-Thomas Stadium. Mississippi State (38-13, 18-10 SEC) got the scoring started with a solo home run by Kamren James in the second inning and then added three in the third, two in the fifth and one in the ninth. Bednar and Brandon Smith allowed just five base…
- [MacLeod, Sims Lead No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball Past Alabama, 4-2, in Series Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/macleod-sims-lead-no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-past-alabama-4-2-in-series-opener/): Diamond Dawgs deliver all four runs in the seventh inning, MacLeod and Sims fan 15 in series-opening victory TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A sparkling performance from Christian MacLeod and timely hitting pushed the No. 3 Mississippi State baseball program to a 4-2 victory over Alabama in the series opener on Thursday (May 20) evening at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. Mississippi State (38-13, 18-10 SEC) scored all four of its runs in the seventh inning, while Alabama (29-20, 12-15 SEC) tallied one in the fifth and one in the seventh to account for all of the scoring in the series opener. Christian MacLeod (5-3) gave Mississippi State…
- [2021 college baseball: Conference tournament brackets, automatic qualifiers](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-college-baseball-conference-tournament-brackets-automatic-qualifiers/): Here is information for you to follow along in the next 10 days when seeing which teams automatically qualify for the field of 64 based on their tournament champion. Ought to be a fun week. Follow all the tournaments on our Tournament Time app.
- [Windsor's Robson, Rutckyj hoping to help Canada secure an Olympic berth in baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/windsors-robson-rutckyj-hoping-to-help-canada-secure-an-olympic-berth-in-baseball/): Former Mississippi State star and current Detroit Tigers farmhand Jacob Robson is off to help the Baseball Canada earn a berth in the upcoming Olympics. Tap below to read the article from the Windsor Star.
- [Mississippi State’s Logan Tanner Named Semifinalist for Buster Posey Award](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-states-logan-tanner-named-semifinalist-for-buster-posey-award/): Logan Tanner one of 16 semifinalists for national catcher of the year award STARKVILLE – Second-year freshman catcher Logan Tanner has been named a semifinalist for the Buster Posey National Collegiate Catcher of the Year Award presented by the Kamerion Wimbley Foundation. Tanner was one of 16 catchers tabbed as a semifinalist for the award formerly known as the Johnny Bench Award and is awarded to the top collegiate catcher (must play 70 percent of games at catcher). Mississippi State’s Ed Easley earned the award following the 2007 season. On the season, Tanner has thrown out 10 of 30 potential base stealers in 39 starts behind…
- [SEC BASEBALL TOURNAMENT SINGLE-SESSION TICKETS ON SALE MAY 22](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-baseball-tournament-single-session-tickets-on-sale-may-22/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (May 20, 2021) –Single session tickets to the 2021 Southeastern Conference Baseball Tournament will be available for purchase beginning Saturday, May 22 at 6 p.m. CT or one hour after the conclusion of the last game of the SEC baseball regular season. The SEC Baseball Tournament returns to the Hoover Met in Hoover, Ala., May 25-30. The Southeastern Conference is continually attentive to the changing circumstances related to COVID-19.  The SEC will monitor attendance each day and will continue to make tickets available based on supporting a healthy environment for fans. Single session reserved tickets will sell for $24 each…
- [Tournament Time App now available](https://leftfieldlounge.com/tournament-time-app-now-available/): I am working on an app to take you through the postseason, from Conference tournaments through the College World Series. Four tournaments, one app. Right now. the SWAC tournament link is the only one working, since it is the only tournament going on right now. The SEC link will be active Thursday, and the rest by Monday. Works on ALL devices mobile, desktop, laptops, Windows, and Apple. So tap below to add this app to your devices. FREE and NO DOWNLOAD REQUIRED!!!
- [College World Series in Omaha will be at 100% capacity](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-world-series-in-omaha-will-be-at-100-capacity/): The NCAA says limits to be set by local municipalities. Omaha says “Le’s Do it at 100%!!” Tap below to read the full article from the Omaha World Herald!
- [NCAA updates protocols for championship attendance and masking](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-updates-protocols-for-championship-attendance-and-masking/): It’s official. The NCAA has lifted it’s capacity and masking order in deference to local standards. Tap below to read the NCAA statement.
- [Mississippi State Baseball’s Stone Simmons Named to SEC Community Service Team](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseballs-stone-simmons-named-to-sec-community-service-team/): Simmons led all Diamond Dawgs in community service hours during the 2020-21 academic year BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – In his first season on campus, second-year freshman baseball student-athlete Stone Simmons was honored for his off the field work on Wednesday (May 19), as he was a part of the Southeastern Conference’s Community Service Team, as announced by the conference office. Simmons’ community service activities include participating in the Starkville Auxiliary Reading Railroad to recorded book readings for children to use during the COVID-19 quarantine and getting involved in a video initiative for the children’s hospital where student-athletes recorded videos of themselves sending encouraging and positive…
- [NCAA expected to announce 100% capacity for College World Series in Omaha](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-expected-to-announce-100-capacity-for-college-world-series-in-omaha/): Just saw this from the Omaha World-Herald regarding stadium capacity at the College World Series. Tap below for the article.
- [No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball Earns Rain-Shortened Victory over Jacksonville State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-earns-rain-shortened-victory-over-jacksonville-state/): Hancock has two hits, smacks 10th home run of the season in win over Gamecocks STARKVILLE – The No. 3 Mississippi State baseball program won its final regular season home game over Jacksonville State, 6-1, on Tuesday (May 18) night at Dudy Noble Field in a rain-shortened contest.  Mississippi State (36-13) scored two runs each in the first, second and third innings, while Jacksonville State (24-25) scored its lone run in the top of the fourth. Due to inclement weather, game play was cancelled following the top of the fifth inning. It marked the second perfect midweek slate in head coach Chris…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Jacksonville State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-jacksonville-state/): Mississippi State and Jacksonville State will meet for the 13th time on Tuesday night STARKVILLE – The final regular season home game arrives in the form of a midweek tilt against Jacksonville State on Tuesday (May 18) on Dudy Noble Field. The Diamond Dawgs and Gamecocks will meet for the 13th time in program history. Mississippi State leads the all-time series, 11-1, but Jacksonville State earned the victory in the last meeting in 2014. MSU is 9-1 at home, 1-0 on the road and the two teams squared off in the 2004 NCAA Atlanta Regional, a 7-6 victory for Mississippi State. Rowdey…
- [2021 Women's College World Series: Softball bracket, schedule, scores](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-womens-college-world-series-softball-bracket-schedule-scores/): The Mississippi State Softball team will be participating in NCAA postseason tournament this year. Tap the image to see the bracket, schedule, location and times for the softball team on the road to the NCAA Women’s College World Series.
- [Starkville turning heads as 6A playoffs roll on](https://leftfieldlounge.com/starkville-turning-heads-as-6a-playoffs-roll-on/): Former Diamond Dog Luke Atkins is turning heads as he leads his Starkville Yellowjacket baseball team through the Mississippi high school baseball playoffs. Tap below to read the article from the Tupelo Daily Journal.
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Drops Series Finale against Missouri](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-drops-series-finale-against-missouri/): Hancock and Tanner hit back-to-back home runs for second time in 2021 STARKVILLE – It was a day for the offense on Saturday (May 15) at Dudy Noble Field, as the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program dropped the rubber game to Missouri, 16-8. The Tigers took an early lead, and the Bulldogs couldn’t catch up in just its second series loss of the season. Missouri (14-33, 7-20 SEC) jumped out to an 8-0 advantage, before Mississippi State (36-13, 17-10 SEC) was able to cut the deficit in half with a four-run fourth inning. The Tigers offset a four-run fifth inning by…
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Falls to Missouri, 7-6](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-falls-to-missouri-7-6/): Allen paces offense with three hits and two RBIs in middle game versus Missouri STARKVILLE – The No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program scratched and clawed all night against Missouri, however, it was the Tigers and handed the Bulldogs a 7-6 setback on Friday (May 14) at Dudy Noble Field to even the series and set up a rubber game on Saturday afternoon. Missouri (12-33, 5-20 SEC) put up two runs in the second inning, before Mississippi State (36-11, 17-8 SEC) plated five runs across the third and fourth innings to grab the lead. The Tigers scored one in the fifth and…
- [Mississippi State’s Dudy Noble Field Among Possible NCAA Regional Sites on the Road to Omaha](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-states-dudy-noble-field-among-possible-ncaa-regional-sites-on-the-road-to-omaha/): Dudy Noble Field among possible sites for 2021 NCAA Regional and Super Regional STARKVILLE – The Carnegie Hall of College Baseball, Dudy Noble Field, is among the 20 sites selected by the NCAA as possible host sites for the Regional and Super Regional rounds of the upcoming NCAA Tournament, announced the NCAA on Friday (May 14). The Dude has hosted an NCAA Regional 14 times and a Super Regional on three occasions, including both during the 2019 season that ended at the College World Series. The 2007 season also saw a Super Regional at The Dude after Mississippi State won the Tallahassee…
- [Barstool Sports offers a place to play for women's teams who missed out at NCAA Baton Rouge Regional](https://leftfieldlounge.com/barstool-sports-offers-a-place-to-play-for-womens-teams-who-missed-out-at-ncaa-baton-rouge-regional/): Here is an interesting twist to the NCAA cancellation of the Baton Rouge golf regional this week. Tap below to read the article.
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Rallies for 5-4 Victory Over Missouri](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-rallies-for-5-4-victory-over-missouri/): Dubrule drove in go-ahead runs in seventh inning, Sims closes out seventh save of the year STARKVILLE – Life is never easy in the Southeastern Conference and on Thursday (May 13) evening at Dudy Noble Field the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program grabbed a hard-fought, 5-4, victory over Missouri to open the three-game series. Two runs in the first inning got the Mississippi State (36-11, 17-8 SEC) offense started, before Missouri (12-33, 5-20 SEC) scored four straight runs to take a 4-2 lead into the seventh inning. State scored three times in the bottom of the seventh to rally for the…
- [NCAA set to announce finalists for regional baseball venues](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-set-to-announce-finalists-for-regional-baseball-venues/): This article from the Miami Herald with a look at the upcoming Regional Host site announcement.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Missouri](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-missouri/): Mississippi State and Missouri will meet for the 12th time in Thursday’s series opener STARKVILLE – The final home weekend series of 2021 will begin on Thursday (May 13) as the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program welcomes Missouri for three games on Dudy Noble Field. The series opener will throw the first pitch at 7:30 with the game airing on ESPNU. Mississippi State (35-11, 16-8 SEC) is coming off of a 3-1 week that saw a series victory at South Carolina follow a midweek win over The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina. Missouri (12-32, 5-19 SEC) is in the midst of…
- [Baton Rouge NCAA Golf Regional Canceled Due to Course Conditions](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baton-rouge-ncaa-golf-regional-canceled-due-to-course-conditions/): Mississippi State Women’s Golf was set to compete in the NCAA Baton Rouge Golf Regional, that was cancelled today. State will continue on to the NCAA Championship. Tap below to read the entire article.
- [Mississippi State to Dedicate “Cool Papa” Bell Plaza Thursday at Dudy Noble Field](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-to-dedicate-cool-papa-bell-plaza-thursday-at-dudy-noble-field/): Bell a Starkville native is a part of the Professional Baseball Hall of Fame and Negro League Museum’s Field of Legends STARKVILLE – One of the greatest baseball players of all time and Starkville’s own James Thomas “Cool Papa” Bell will be honored with the dedication of “Cool Papa” Bell Plaza inside Mississippi State’s Dudy Noble Field on Thursday (May 13) before the Bulldog’s Southeastern Conference baseball game versus Missouri. The dedication of “Cool Papa” Bell Plaza and the plaque noting the life and career of Bell is a joint project between MSU athletics and the University’s Student Association. MSU director of…
- [Mississippi State pitcher Carlisle Koestler hopes to cap storybook career with Omaha run](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-pitcher-carlisle-koestler-hopes-to-cap-storybook-career-with-omaha-run/): Take a minute to read this good article about Carlisle Koestler and his journey to get to Mississippi State. Tap the link below to read the full article.
- [Nevada's Tyler Bosetti homers in NCAA-record 9th straight game, breaking mark that stood for 30 years](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nevadas-tyler-bosetti-homers-in-ncaa-record-9th-straight-game-breaking-mark-that-stood-for-30-years/): Hit homer runs in 9 straight years. Tap below to read about it.
- [Dubrule Named Finalist for Senior CLASS Award](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dubrule-named-finalist-for-senior-class-award/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State graduate student baseball student-athlete Scotty Dubrule has been named one of 10 finalists for the prestigious Senior CLASS Award. An acronym for Celebrating Loyalty and Achievement for Staying in School®, the Senior CLASS Award focuses on the total student-athlete and encourages students to use their platform in athletics to make a positive impact as leaders in their communities. The Senior CLASS Award winner will be announced during the 2021 College World Series® in June, following a nationwide voting system distributed to media, coaches, and fans, who will select one candidate who best exemplifies excellence in the four C’s of community,…
- [Mississippi State Baseball Cancels Midweek Contest with UT Martin](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-cancels-midweek-contest-with-ut-martin/): STARKVILLE – The No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program has announced that the Tuesday (May 11) contest against UT Martin has been cancelled due to impending weather. Mississippi State will now turn its attention to a three-game series with Missouri. The Diamond Dawgs and Tigers will kick off the series on Thursday, May 13 at 7:30 p.m. on ESPNU. The series continues on Friday at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday at 1 p.m. on SEC Network+. The Diamond Dawgs enter the weekend with a 35-11 overall record and a 16-8 mark in SEC play, just one game out of first place in the…
- [Rangers Place Kohei Arihara on Injured List, Claim Jack Kruger](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rangers-place-kohei-arihara-on-injured-list-claim-jack-kruger/): Former Diamond Dawg Jack Kruger has been claimed by the Texas Ranger. Tap the image to read the article.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host UT Martin](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-ut-martin/): Diamond Dawg Gameday: host UT Martin Mississippi State and UT Martin meet for 10th time in program history, first since 2016 STARKVILLE – A five game homestand will start on Tuesday (May 11) as the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program welcomes UT Martin to Dudy Noble Field for a 6:30 p.m. first pitch. Mississippi State (35-11) is coming off of a 3-1 week that saw a series victory at South Carolina follow a midweek win over The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina. UT Martin (15-26) dropped all three games last weekend at Murray State, but is 1-1 in midweek tilts versus…
- [Mississippi State becomes first university to use Compass NIL platform for its athletes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-becomes-first-university-to-use-compass-nil-platform-for-its-athletes/): Tap the link below to read an article in The Clarion Ledger about MSU’s NIL platform.
- [Mississippi State Baseball’s Allen, Sims Tabbed as Finalists for Ferriss Trophy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseballs-allen-sims-tabbed-as-finalists-for-ferriss-trophy/): Allen, Sims mark second straight duo named finalists for the award that honors Mississippi’s best college baseball student-athlete STARKVILLE – The No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program will have a pair of finalists for the 2021 C Spire Ferris Trophy, as outfielder Tanner Allen and right-handed pitcher Landon Sims are among the five finalists as announced on Monday (May 10). The Ferriss Trophy, first awarded in 2004, will be presented virtually on Monday, May 24. The award is named after former Mississippi State and Boston Red Sox pitching great David M. “Boo” Ferriss.  In the 16-year history of the award, six Diamond Dawgs have earned the C…
- [Mississippi State Baseball’s MacLeod Earns Second SEC Pitcher of the Week Honor of 2021](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseballs-macleod-earns-second-sec-pitcher-of-the-week-honor-of-2021/): MacLeod earns second Pitcher of the Week honor for 2021 after seven shutout innings at South Carolina STARKVILLE – After firing seven shutout innings on Friday at South Carolina, third-year freshman Christian MacLeod was named the Southeastern Conference Pitcher of the Year for the second time in 2021 on Monday (May 10). MacLeod worked through the potent South Carolina order with relative ease on Friday (May 7) evening, as only one Gamecock batter reached second base over his seven scoreless innings of work. The outing was the longest of his career and he allowed base runners in just two innings in helping…
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Drops Series Finale at South Carolina in Extra Innings](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-drops-series-finale-at-south-carolina-in-extra-innings/): Allen, Jordan each homer in series finale as State ends weekend with sixth SEC series victory COLUMBIA, S.C. – It was a game of momentum swings and for the first time this season the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program lost a game when leading after eight innings, as No. 12 South Carolina tied the game in the ninth and won it with a walk-off double in the 11th inning to take a 4-3 victory in the series finale at Founders Park. The Diamond Dawgs won their sixth SEC series in eight tries in 2021 and posted its 10 winning weekend of…
- [TICKETS SOLD OUT as of May 12 -- SEC Baseball Tournament Tickets On Sale May 12](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-baseball-tournament-tickets-on-sale-may-12/): Here is the official SEC announcement about SEC Tournament tickets, protocol, and fan events. Tap below to read the full release, and when to begin purchasing tickets.
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Takes Series Over South Carolina](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-takes-series-over-south-carolina/): Diamond Dawgs hit three home runs, Logan Tanner hits 10th of the season COLUMBIA, S.C. – The No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program locked up its sixth SEC series win with a 9-6 victory over No. 12 South Carolina on Saturday (May 8) at Founders Park. The Diamond Dawgs posted the 10th winning weekend in 12 tries this season. Mississippi State (35-10, 16-7 SEC) did all of its damage offensively over the first five innings, as three runs in the first and fifth bookended one-run frames in the second, third and fourth innings. South Carolina (27-17, 11-12 SEC) got a single run in…
- [College pitcher whose prosthetic arm was stolen says he'll give away donations for new one to charity](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-pitcher-whose-prosthetic-arm-was-stolen-says-hell-give-away-donations-for-new-one-to-charity/): Someone in South Dakota stole a $20,000 custom fitted prosthetic arm from a baseball player. Tap below to read the article.
- [Pirates Pitcher Supports Mississippi State Player, Brother](https://leftfieldlounge.com/pirates-pitcher-supports-mississippi-state-player-brother/): Good article today from the Greenwood Commonwealth about the Bednar brothers. Tap the link below to read it.
- [No. 2 Diamond Dawgs Shutout South Carolina in Series Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-diamond-dawgs-shutout-south-carolina-in-series-opener/): MacLeod fires seven shutout innings to help MSU blank South Carolina in series opener COLUMBIA, S.C. – For the ninth time in 2021, the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program opened a series with a victory, as Christian MacLeod cruised through seven innings and the offense was clicking in a 9-0 victory over No. 12 South Carolina on Friday (May 7) at Founders Park. Mississippi State (34-10, 15-7 SEC) scored twice in the first, once in the fifth, five times in the seventh and once in the eighth to build a 9-0 lead. The trio of Christian MacLeod, Preston Johnson and KC Hunt combined to allow just…
- [Kruger Makes MLB Debut for Los Angeles Angels](https://leftfieldlounge.com/kruger-makes-mlb-debut-for-los-angeles-angels/): STARKVILLE – Major League dreams came true for California native Jack Kruger in Anaheim Thursday (May 6) night. The catcher from Calabasas, California, who spent 2016 helping Mississippi State baseball capture an SEC Championship, made his MLB debut Thursday night for the Los Angeles Angels. Kruger is the 62nd Diamond Dawg to reach Major League Baseball. Kruger made his first Angels appearance as a defensive substitution, replacing Los Angeles backstop Kurt Suzuki in the top of the ninth inning of Thursday night’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Kruger is the fourth former MSU student-athlete from the 2016 SEC Championship squad to make his…
- [NCAA releases post season schedule and CWS brackets](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-releases-post-season-schedule-and-cws-brackets/): The NCAA release the 2021 post season schedule information, including selection day date and time, and regional, super regional and CWS dates. Tap below to read the entire release.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: at South Carolina](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-at-south-carolina/): Diamond Dawgs meet South Carolina for 76th time on Friday night at Founders Park COLUMBIA, S.C. – With three weekends left in the regular season, the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program will travel to No. 12 South Carolina for a three-game series at Founders Park. The first two games of the series are available on the SEC Network+ with the final game airing live on the SEC Network. Mississippi State (33-10, 14-7 SEC) will meet South Carolina (27-15, 11-10 SEC) for the 22nd time in the Gamecocks 30 seasons as a part of the SEC. Overall, South Carolina holds a three-game…
- [2021 SEC Baseball Tournament Tie Break Procedures](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-sec-baseball-tournament-tie-break-procedures/): As we get to the final three weeks of the regular season, I know some of you like to play math games and figure tie breaks for the SEC Tournament. Tap the link below to read up on tie break procedures for the 2021 SEC Baseball Tournament.
- [2021 SEC Tournament Ticket Information](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-sec-tournament-ticket-information/): Ticket sales for the 2021 SEC Tournament begins at 10 AM CT May 11. For more infomration, tap the image below. Also, tap below if you are interested in securing parking and a hospitality pass for the tournament.
- [No. 4 Mississippi State Baseball Rolls Past The Citadel, 10-2](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-4-mississippi-state-baseball-rolls-past-the-citadel-10-2/): Cumbest, Tanner each hit two-run home runs in the victory CHARLESTON, S.C. – A five-run top of the fifth inning, highlighted by a pair of two-run home runs, helped the No. 4 Mississippi State baseball program to a 10-2 victory at The Citadel on Wednesday (May 5) at Joseph R. Riley, Jr. Park. A 13-hit effort allowed Mississippi State (33-10) to take the midweek tilt over The Citadel (11-29) and improve to 11-0 in midweek contests this season. Tanner Allen kept his six-game hitting streak alive with a single and one run scored. Luke Hancock maintained his career-long eight game hitting streak with a single, walk, hit-by-pitch…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: at The Citadel](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-at-the-citadel/): Diamond Dawgs meet The Citadel for the first time in program history in Charleston, South Carolina CHARLESTON, S.C. – For the third time this season, the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program will add a new opponent to the all-time ledger. The Diamond Dawgs will travel to Charleston, South Carolina for a midweek tilt versus The Citadel on Wednesday (May 5) at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park. On the season, Mississippi State (32-10) own a 10-0 mark in midweek games and has lost just once in the midweek under head coach Chris Lemonis. This midweek game carries a little extra meaning for Lemonis,…
- [Citadel grad Chris Lemonis returns with one of college baseball’s best teams](https://leftfieldlounge.com/citadel-grad-chris-lemonis-returns-with-one-of-college-baseballs-best-teams/): Good article from the Charleston Post and Courier about Chris Lemonis and the Diamond Dawgs. Tap to read the article.
- [No. 4 Mississippi State Baseball Sweeps Texas A&M](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-4-mississippi-state-baseball-sweeps-texas-am/): Harding throw five scoreless innings of relief, Tullar collects first career save in series finale STARKVILLE – For the third time this season in SEC play, the No. 4 Mississippi State baseball program ended a weekend with a series sweep, this time after a 10-5 win over Texas A&M to close out a doubleheader at Dudy Noble Field on Saturday (May 1). The two teams traded runs early on, as Texas A&M (24-22, 5-16 SEC) led 2-0 and 3-2 in the early stages of the game. Mississippi State (32-10, 14-7 SEC) rattled off seven straight runs to take control of the series…
- [No. 4 Mississippi State Baseball Grabs Series with Doubleheader Opening Victory over Texas A&M](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-4-mississippi-state-baseball-grabs-series-with-doubleheader-opening-victory-over-texas-am/): Pitching staff fans 10 batters, Cumbest collects lone MSU RBI in opener of doubleheader STARKVILLE – The No. 4 Mississippi State baseball program opened its doubleheader with a 3-2 win over Texas A&M on Saturday (May 1) at Dudy Noble Field to secure its ninth winning weekend of the season and fifth in SEC play during the 2021 campaign. Game two threw its first pitch at 6 p.m. CT and is live on SEC Network+ via ESPN.com/Watch and the ESPN app. In game one, Rowdey Jordan was on base three times – all via base on ball – and Tanner Allen had a pair of hits,…
- [No. 4 Mississippi State Baseball Walks Off Texas A&M in Series Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-4-mississippi-state-baseball-walks-off-texas-am-in-series-opener/): Allen posted four hits, scored three runs, drove in two RBIs and delivered his third career walk off hit STARKVILLE – It took 12 innings, but the No. 4 Mississippi State baseball program sent the Dudy Noble Field faithful home happy as Tanner Allen’s leadoff, walk off home run in the 12th inning gave the Diamond Dawgs an 8-7 victory over Texas A&M to start the series. Mississippi State (30-10, 12-7 SEC) scored single runs five different innings to go along with a three-run seventh inning in the victory, while Texas A&M (24-20, 5-14 SEC) used a pair of three run frames and…
- [Bluefield State College wins inaugural Black College World Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bluefield-state-college-wins-inaugural-black-college-world-series/): Bluefield State College in Bluefield, WV has won the inaugural Black College World Series. Tap the read more icon for the full report.
- [Longtime MSU fan the first to bring truck for seating to Left Field Lounge](https://leftfieldlounge.com/longtime-msu-fan-the-first-to-bring-truck-for-seating-to-left-field-lounge/): Click the link below to read an article from the The Dispatch about the old Leftfield Lounge.
- [Initial Shuckers 2021 Roster Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/initial-shuckers-2021-roster-announced/): Four of Brewers Top 20 Prospects, including former Diamond Dawg great Ethan Small, are on the projected Opening Day roster. Tap below to read the article.
- [Baltimore Orioles' top prospects highlight Delmarva Shorebirds' 2021 roster](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baltimore-orioles-top-prospects-highlight-delmarva-shorebirds-2021-roster/): Former Diamond Dawg Jordan Westburg is beginning his professional career with the Delmarva Shorebirds this week. Tap below to read the article
- [Third Ron Polk Ring of Honor Class To Be Inducted May 1](https://leftfieldlounge.com/third-ron-polk-ring-of-honor-class-to-be-inducted-may-1/): Quartet to be inducted on Saturday, May 1 at 11 a.m. on the Adkerson Plaza of Dudy Noble Field STARKVILLE – The third class of the Ron Polk Ring of Honor will see their plaques unveiled when the quartet of Paul Maholm, Jonathan Papelbon, Jay Powell and Del Unser are enshrined as the 2021 class on Saturday, May 1 at 11 a.m. on the Adkerson Plaza inside of Polk-DeMent Stadium. The right field gates to Dudy Noble Field will open for the ceremony at 10:30 a.m. with fans allowed entry on a first-come, first-served basis. The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. No ticket is required for the Ring of Honor ceremony…
- [Registration Now Open for MSU Baseball Summer Camps](https://leftfieldlounge.com/registration-now-open-for-msu-baseball-summer-camps/): Registration is now available for summer camps at The Dude! Click the link below for more info and to register.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: vs Texas A&M](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-vs-texas-am/): Bulldogs and Aggies meet for 34th time in program history, 22nd time as SEC foes in series opener STARKVILLE – With just one month remaining in the regular season, the No. 4 Mississippi State baseball program will welcome Texas A&M for a three-game series at Dudy Noble Field. Mississippi State (29-10, 11-7 SEC) was idle during the midweek with finals week wrapping up, while Texas A&M (24-19, 5-13 SEC) won its midweek tilt with Texas State. Both teams dropped their SEC series last weekend, with State winning once at No. 3 Vanderbilt and A&M took one game against No. 5 Tennessee in…
- [NCAA COVID-19 Medical Advisory Group updates guidance for testing of fully vaccinated individuals](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-covid-19-medical-advisory-group-updates-guidance-for-testing-of-fully-vaccinated-individuals/): The NCAA has just updated there Covid-19 guidelines for testing of fully vaccinated individuals. Click the link below to read all about it
- [Riverwalk Stadium Hosts Inaugural Black College World Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/riverwalk-stadium-hosts-inaugural-black-college-world-series/): The inaugural Black College World Series began today. For more information, click on the link below.
- [Mississippi State Baseball’s Sims Among Midseason Candidates for Stopper of the Year](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseballs-sims-among-midseason-candidates-for-stopper-of-the-year/): Sims owns lowest ERA among Power 5 student-athletes on the publications list STARKVILLE – The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association has announced its Midseason Stopper of the Year Watch List and Mississippi State’s Landon Sims has been tabbed as one of the 65 student-athletes on the publications list of top closers. So far in 2021, Sims has earned the SEC Co-Pitcher of the Week and an SEC Newcomer of the Week award. On the opening weekend of the college baseball season, Sims fanned 10 of 12 batters he faced over four perfect innings of relief work, which included entering a bases loaded, no outs…
- [SEC, Sun Belt update COVID-19 protocols to ease testing among those who are fully vaccinated](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-sun-belt-update-covid-19-protocols-to-ease-testing-among-those-who-are-fully-vaccinated/): The SEC will not require fully vaccinated individuals who are asymptomatic to participate in the league’s surveillance testing program, according to an updated version of its COVID-19 protocols.  Tap the link below to read more on it.
- [Coach Polk continues to invest in MSU baseball program](https://leftfieldlounge.com/coach-polk-continues-to-invest-in-msu-baseball-program/): Click the link below to read the article about Coach Polk and his continued investment in MSU Baseball. Coach Polk continues to invest in MSU baseball program
- [April 26 Baseball America Top 25 Baseball Poll](https://leftfieldlounge.com/april-26-baseball-america-top-25-baseball-poll/): Click the link below to see the Baseball America poll for April 26, 2021 April 26 BaseballAmerica Top 25 Baseball Poll
- [April 26 USAToday Coaches Top 25 Baseball Poll](https://leftfieldlounge.com/april-26-usatoday-coaches-top-25-baseball-poll/): Click the link below to see the USAToday Coaches poll for April 26, 2021 April 26 USAToday Coaches Top 25 Baseball Poll
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Drops Series Finale at Vanderbilt, 7-4](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-drops-series-finale-at-vanderbilt-7-4/): Allen posts three hits, hits sixth home run of the season in finale at Vanderbilt NASHVILLE, Tenn. – After grabbing an early 4-0 lead, the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program couldn’t scratch another run across as No. 3 Vanderbilt pushed across seven unanswered runs to win a 7-4 decision on Sunday (April 25) at Hawkins Field. Mississippi State (29-10, 11-7 SEC) built a 4-0 lead with three in the first and one in the second, however, Vanderbilt (31-7, 13-5 SEC) answered back with two in the fourth, three in the fifth and two in the sixth to come from behind for…
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Evens Series with 7-4 Victory at No. 3 Vanderbilt on Saturday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-evens-series-with-7-4-victory-at-no-3-vanderbilt-on-saturday/): Bednar fans eight and Logan Tanner drives in three RBIs in win over Commodores NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program never trailed in its 7-4 victory at No. 3 Vanderbilt on Saturday (April 24) evening at Hawkins Field to even the SEC road series. Mississippi State (28-9, 10-6 SEC) built a 7-1 lead with two in the first inning, two in the fifth and three in the seventh, but Vanderbilt (30-6, 12-4 SEC) got one in the first and scored three times in the seventh to close the gap, before the MSU bullpen was able to close out…
- [No. 2 Mississippi State Baseball Falls in Series Opener at No. 3 Vanderbilt](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-mississippi-state-baseball-falls-in-series-opener-at-no-3-vanderbilt/): Jordan moves reached base streak to 22 games with two-hit night in series opener versus Commodores NASHVILLE, Tenn. – A run in the first and one in the ninth was not enough for No. 2 Mississippi State baseball in a 6-2 loss at No. 3 Vanderbilt on Friday (April 23) night at Hawkins Field. Kamren James had a hand in both runs for Mississippi State (28-9, 10-6 SEC) with a first inning RBI and a ninth inning run scored. Vanderbilt (30-6, 12-4 SEC) scored four in the fourth and two in the eighth to account for their scoring. Rowdey Jordan moved his reached base…
- [NCAA updates fan attendance policy for upcoming outdoor championships](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-updates-fan-attendance-policy-for-upcoming-outdoor-championships/): The NCAA will allow up to 50% fan capacity for its 2021 outdoor spring championships and Division I fall championships being held in the spring, based on recommendations from the NCAA COVID-19 Medical Advisory Group. The latest fan attendance policy will begin April 28 and 29 with the Division I Men’s and Women’s Soccer Championship and May 1 and 2 with Football Championship Subdivision quarterfinal games. Click below for more info. NCAA updates fan attendance policy for upcoming outdoor championships
- [CWS to allow attendance at 50 percent capacity](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cws-to-allow-attendance-at-50-percent-capacity/): The NCAA announced on Friday that the 2021 College World Series as well as the rest of the other spring sports championships will be able to host a maximum of 50% capacity per game. Click below for more info/ NCAA recommends 50% capacity for attendance at baseball, softball regionals
- [Delta State retires Kinnison’s jersey; they’ll never retire his remarkable story](https://leftfieldlounge.com/delta-state-retires-kinnisons-jersey-theyll-never-retire-his-remarkable-story/): Rick Cleveland wrote this great piece on Delta State University retiring former head baseball coach Mike Kinnison’s jersey this weekend. Great read. Click the link to read it. Delta State retires Kinnison’s jersey; they’ll never retire his remarkable story
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: at Vanderbilt](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-at-vanderbilt/): Bulldogs and Commodores meet for 125th time to open series on Friday in Nashville STARKVILLE – For the seventh time this season a top 10 opponent is on deck for the No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program. This time it is a three-game series at No. 3 Vanderbilt beginning on Friday (April 23) at Hawkins Field. Mississippi State (28-8, 10-5 SEC) enters the series with 11 wins over its last 12 games and three straight SEC series victories to move into second place in the SEC West. Vanderbilt (29-6, 11-4 SEC) sits atop the SEC East and has won four of five…
- [Black College World Series Will be Held at the Riverwalk Stadium - Alabama News](https://leftfieldlounge.com/black-college-world-series-will-be-held-at-the-riverwalk-stadium-alabama-news/): Take a couple of minutes to read about the Inaugural Black College World Series to be play April 28 thru May 1 in Montgomery, AL. Click below to read the entire article. NCAA recommends 50% capacity for attendance at baseball, softball regionals
- [Baseball America 2021 NCAA Baseball Tournament Projected Field Of 64](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-america-2021-ncaa-baseball-tournament-projected-field-of-64/): From Baseball America… Selection Monday is less than six weeks away. As college baseball approaches its stretch run, the postseason picture will become clearer and clearer. But, for now, there is still a lot of prognostication needed to produce a Projected Field of 64. NCAA recommends 50% capacity for attendance at baseball, softball regionals
- [SEC Network Set for Spring Conference Championships Coverage](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-network-set-for-spring-conference-championships-coverage/): With spring sports in full swing, SEC Network is slated to televise extensive coverage of the Southeastern Conference’s spring sports championships over the coming weeks.  SEC Network Set for Spring Conference Championships Coverage
- [NCAA recommends 50% capacity for attendance at baseball, softball regionals](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-recommends-50-capacity-for-attendance-at-baseball-softball-regionals/): The NCAA has recommended Regional and Super Regional baseball hosts allow no more than 50% capacity at stadiums in June because of COVID-19 protocols, The Tennessean has learned. An email obtained by The Tennessean and sent from the NCAA to member schools Wednesday recommended the guidelines. NCAA recommends 50% capacity for attendance at baseball, softball regionals
- [No. 2 Baseball Downs UAB](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-2-baseball-downs-uab/): Logan Tanner hits sixth home run of the season, drives in five RBIs in midweek win STARKVILLE – The No. 2 Mississippi State baseball program scored in six different innings on its way to a 19-7 midweek victory over UAB on Tuesday (April 20) evening at Dudy Noble Field. The Diamond Dawgs piled up nine extra base hits and stole five bases to improve to 10-0 in midweek tilts. Ten different Diamond Dawgs collected hits on the night with the quintet of Scotty Dubrule, Luke Hancock, Kamren James, Tanner Leggett and Logan Tanner all chipping in multi-hit games. Mississippi State (28-8) saw nine hitters drive in RBIs and 11…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host UAB](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-uab/): STARKVILLE – After winning 10 of its last 11 games, No. 2 Mississippi State baseball opens a new week with a midweek tilt against UAB on Tuesday (April 20) at 6:30 p.m. CT at Dudy Noble Field. The Diamond Dawgs (27-8) are coming off of three straight SEC series victories, including its most recent home series win over in-state rival No. 6 Ole Miss, while the Blazers (12-23) split a four-game series at home over the weekend. Fourth-year duo Tanner Allen and Rowdey Jordan lead the team in batting average, hitting .336 and .316, respectively. Jordan has raised his average significantly during SEC play and owns…
- [Mississippi State Baseball’s Sims Tabbed SEC Newcomer of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseballs-sims-tabbed-sec-newcomer-of-the-week/): Sims adds second SEC weekly award with Newcomer of the Week after two-save weekend vs. Ole Miss STARKVILLE – For the second straight week, No. 2 Mississippi State baseball earned a weekly award from the Southeastern Conference office, as second-year freshman Landon Sims was named the SEC Newcomer of the Week on Monday (April 19). The Newcomer of the Week award was added for the 2021 season and is awarded weekly to the top performer in the SEC that was a freshman during the shortened 2020 season. Sims nailed down a pair of saves to help Mississippi State win its fifth SEC series of…
- [Five-Run Sixth Leads No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball Past No. 6 Ole Miss to Clinch Series Win](https://leftfieldlounge.com/five-run-sixth-leads-no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-past-no-6-ole-miss-to-clinch-series-win/): State wins fifth straight series over Rebels to move into second place in SEC Western Division STARKVILLE – Tanner Allen raced around second and headed to third as three runs crossed the plate to punctuate a five-run sixth inning that ultimately gave No. 3 Mississippi State a 7-5 series clinching victory over No. 6 Ole Miss on Sunday afternoon inside Dudy Noble Field. The victory gives Mississippi State (27-8, 10-5 SEC) five straight series wins over Ole Miss (26-10, 9-6 SEC) and makes it 16 victories in the last 19 games between the two schools. It also pushes State into second place in…
- [No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball Falls to No. 6 Ole Miss on Saturday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-falls-to-no-6-ole-miss-on-saturday/): Jordan extends reached base streak to 18 games, State fans 10 batters for 14th straight contest STARKVILLE – On a sun-splashed afternoon at Dudy Noble Field, the No. 3 Mississippi State baseball team dropped a 9-0 decision to No. 6 Ole Miss to even the series at one game apiece. Ole Miss (26-9, 9-5 SEC) put the leadoff runner on base in each of the first five innings and that runner came around to score each time, as the Rebels built an 8-0 lead after five innings. A seventh-inning RBI double accounted for the ninth run of the game as the Rebels…
- [No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball Takes Series Opener Over No. 3 Ole Miss](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-takes-series-opener-over-no-3-ole-miss/): Diamond Dawgs push overall winning streak to nine games, win seventh straight game against Rebels dating back to 2018 STARKVILLE – A Mississippi kid almost single handedly delivered the No. 3 Mississippi State baseball program a seventh straight victory over No. 6 Ole Miss on Friday (April 16) night at Dudy Noble Field. Second-year freshman Kamren James plated the first three Mississippi State (26-7, 9-4 SEC) runs with an RBI single in the first, solo home run in the fourth and sacrifice fly in the sixth inning. After Rowdey Jordan drove in the fourth run to start the eighth inning, James capped the scoring with his…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Ole Miss](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-ole-miss/): Bulldogs and Rebels meet for 471st time in series history on SEC Network Friday at 6 p.m. STARKVILLE – Rivalry or competition for the same objective in the same field, will be on full display this weekend when the No. 3 Mississippi State baseball program hosts No. 6 Ole Miss for a three-game series at Dudy Noble Field. From home plate in Starkville to home plate in Oxford is just a shade over 100 miles, but this weekend the two teams are in lockstep with one another as the SEC schedule reaches it midway point. Mississippi State (25-7, 8-4 SEC) and Ole…
- [Mississippi State Baseball Announces Third Ron Polk Ring of Honor Class](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-announces-third-ron-polk-ring-of-honor-class/): Quartet to be inducted on Saturday, May 1 at 11 a.m. on the Adkerson Plaza of Dudy Noble Field STARKVILLE – The third class of the Ron Polk Ring of Honor will see their plaques unveiled when the quartet of Paul Maholm, Jonathan Papelbon, Jay Powell and Del Unser are enshrined as the 2021 class on Saturday, May 1 at 11 a.m. on the Adkerson Plaza inside of Polk-DeMent Stadium. The right field gates to Dudy Noble Field will open for the ceremony at 10:30 a.m. with fans allowed entry on a first-come, first-served basis. The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. No ticket is required for the Ring…
- [Mississippi State Baseball Places Two on Golden Spikes Midseason Watch List](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-places-two-on-golden-spikes-midseason-watch-list/): Bednar and Sims make MSU one of four programs nationally with multiple student-athletes on midseason player of the year watch list STARKVILLE – The 2021 midseason watch list for the Golden Spikes Award features a pair of Mississippi State baseball student-athletes in second-year freshmen Will Bednar and Landon Sims. State is one of four programs nationally with multiple student-athletes on the list and it marks the second-straight season MSU has multiple representatives on the midseason ledger. Bednar and Sims join Jake Mangum and Ethan Small from 2019 as the only MSU tandems to earn a nod to the midseason list for the award. Since 1978,…
- [No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball Moves Win Streak to Eight Games with Win Over Arkansas State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-moves-win-streak-to-eight-games-with-win-over-arkansas-state/): A 12-run eighth inning proved to be the difference to keep MSU perfect in midweek action and keep winning streak alive at eight games. STARKVILLE – An unwritten rule in baseball is never talk about how fast a game is progressing. On Tuesday (April 13) evening at Dudy Noble Field, No. 3 Mississippi State baseball and Arkansas State cruised through the first six innings, before an explosion of offense ended in an 18-10 victory for the Diamond Dawgs.  After falling behind 3-1 in the third inning, Mississippi State (25-7) scored in each of its final five innings at the plate, including an…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Arkansas State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-arkansas-state/): Bulldogs and Red Wolves meet for midweek tilt at The Dude starting at 6:30 p.m. STARKVILLE – Entering the week with a seven game winning streak, the No. 3 Mississippi State baseball program will entertain Arkansas State for a midweek matchup on Tuesday (April 13) at 6:30 p.m. at Dudy Noble Field. Mississippi State (24-7) is coming off of back-to-back SEC series sweeps against Kentucky and on the road at Arkansas, while Arkansas State (9-16) won one of three games at Louisiana-Lafayette over the weekend. Tanner Allen and Rowdey Jordan enter the week with double-digit reached base streaks, as Allen has reached in 14 straight…
- [Mississippi State Baseball’s James Tabbed SEC Newcomer of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseballs-james-tabbed-sec-newcomer-of-the-week/): James hit .467 with two home runs, six RBIs to help MSU to a 4-0 week and series sweep at Auburn STARKVILLE – After leading the No. 3 Mississippi State baseball offense with a .467 batting average in a 4-0 week, second-year freshman Kamren James was named the SEC Newcomer of the Week, announced the conference office on Monday (April 12) . The Newcomer of the Week award was added for the 2021 season and is awarded weekly to the top performer in the SEC that was a freshman during the shortened 2020 season.  James led the Diamond Dawgs with a .467 average on…
- [No. 4 Mississippi State Baseball Finishes Series Sweep at Auburn](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-4-mississippi-state-baseball-finishes-series-sweep-at-auburn/): Four Diamond Dawgs post three-hit games, Logan Tanner drives in career-high five RBIs AUBURN, Ala. – A 10-run first inning set the tone for a series sweep securing 19-10 victory for the No. 4 Mississippi State baseball program at Auburn on Sunday (April 11) inside Plainsman Park. The Diamond Dawgs have now swept back-to-back SEC series for the first time since 2017 and moved the winning streak to seven straight. The Dawgs now have seven winning weekends in eight tries during 2021 and have won 12 of the last 15 SEC series dating back to 2018. The sweep is the sixth during…
- [No. 4 Baseball Powers Past Auburn to Clinch Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-4-baseball-powers-past-auburn-to-clinch-series/): State wins 12th SEC series in last 15 tries dating back to 2018 and will go for the sweep on Sunday AUBURN, Ala. – The pitching staff was steady, and the offense arrived with one of its best performances of the season as the No. 4 Mississippi State baseball program grabbed the middle game of the series at Auburn on Saturday (April 10) to claim its third SEC series of the season with the finale on the horizon at Plainsman Park.  Mississippi State (23-7, 7-4 SEC) pounded out 11 hits – its most in an SEC game this season – and the…
- [No. 4 Mississippi State Baseball Grabs Series Opener at Auburn, 6-5](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-4-mississippi-state-baseball-grabs-series-opener-at-auburn-6-5/): State hits back-to-back home runs for the third time in 2021, Sims sits down final six batters to earn third save AUBURN, Ala. – It was a wild back-and-forth contest on Friday night at Plainsman Park as the No. 4 Mississippi State baseball program collected its fourth one-run victory on the season in a 6-5 win at Auburn on Friday (April 9).  Mississippi State (22-7, 6-4 SEC) took an early 1-0 lead, before a pair of Auburn (12-14, 1-9 SEC) in the fourth inning gave the home team the edge. Three MSU runs in the fifth and one in the top of…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: at Auburn](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-at-auburn/): Bulldogs and Tigers open fourth weekend of conference play on Friday, April 9 at 6 p.m. STARKVILLE – Riding a four-game winning streak into the fourth weekend of Southeastern Conference play, the No. 4 Mississippi State baseball program heads to Auburn for a three game series April 9-11 at Plainsman Park. The Diamond Dawgs (21-7, 5-4 SEC) have won two of three SEC weekend series, including a series sweep of Kentucky last weekend. It is the fifth SEC series sweep for State dating back to the 2018 SEC finale against No. 1 Florida and its 11th series win in 14 tries during…
- [No. 4 Mississippi State Baseball Rolls Past Southern, 15-1](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-4-baseball-rolls-past-southern/): Cumbest, Jordan and Pimentel each homer in midweek victory over Southern STARKVILLE – A 15-run outburst and 17 strikeouts from the pitching staff helped the No. 4 Mississippi State baseball program to a 15-1 victory over Southern on Tuesday (April 6) at Dudy Noble Field. Eleven Mississippi State (21-7) hitters collected hits and seven pitchers struck out multiple  Southern (10-15) hitters to remain perfect in midweek tilts in 2021.  Overall, 14 Diamond Dawgs reached base and Mississippi State piled up 16 hits. Of the 16 hits, seven went for extra bases, highlighted by three home runs, and four Dawgs collected multi-hit games.…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Southern](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-southern/): Bulldogs and Jaguars will meet for third time in program history on Tuesday at The Dude STARKVILLE – Coming off of an SEC sweep over Kentucky last week, the No. 4 Mississippi State baseball program will host Southern on Tuesday (April 6) at Dudy Noble Field. The Bulldogs and Jaguars will throw the first pitch at 6:30 p.m. Mississippi State (20-7, 5-4 SEC) and Southern (10-14, 8-4 SWAC) will meet for just the third time in program history. All three meetings have come since 2018, with State claiming the victory in each of the previous two meetings. MUS and SU met in…
- [Mississippi State Baseball’s MacLeod Tabbed SEC Pitcher of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseballs-macleod-tabbed-sec-pitcher-of-the-week/): MacLeod struck out 11 batters in six innings of work to earn the victory over Kentucky in the series opener STARKVILLE – After 11 strikeouts over six shutout innings to open No. 5 Mississippi State baseball’s series against No. 21 Kentucky, third-year freshman Christian MacLeod was named the SEC Pitcher of the Week, announced the conference office on Monday (April 5). The left-hander was in command throughout his 95-pitch effort and retired 18 of the 20 batters he faced in the game. He didn’t allow multiple base runners in any of the six innings on his way to his third victory of the season. No Wildcat…
- [Big Ten, ACC, Pac-12 announce alliance to address future of college athletics, combat SEC's influence](https://leftfieldlounge.com/big-ten-acc-pac-12-announce-alliance-to-address-future-of-college-athletics-combat-secs-influence/): The Big Ten, ACC and Pac-12 on Tuesday formally announced their long-awaited alliance.  Tap below to read the article from CBSSports.
- [Notre Dame defends leprechaun mascot, ranked college football's 4th-most offensive in survey](https://leftfieldlounge.com/notre-dame-defends-leprechaun-mascot-ranked-college-footballs-4th-most-offensive-in-survey/): Here we go again. Now it’s Notre Dame’s turn to be called offensive. Tap below to read the article by Dana Hunsinger Benbow of the Indianapolis Star
- [LSU requiring proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test at Tiger Stadium for fans 12 years and older](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lsu-requiring-proof-of-vaccination-or-negative-covid-19-test-at-tiger-stadium-for-fans-12-years-and-older/): LSU becomes the first SEC school to require Covid vaccine proof or 72 hour negative test to enter their stadium. Tap below to read the Ben Kercheval article on CBSSports.
- [Big Ten, ACC, Pac-12 alliance to combat SEC's influence expected to be announced Tuesday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/big-ten-acc-pac-12-alliance-to-combat-secs-influence-expected-to-be-announced-tuesday/): Looks like a steel cage match is setting up in college football. Tap below to read the Dennis Dodd article on CBSSports.
- [Power Five conferences mostly align on forfeiture policy if teams cannot play in 2021 due to COVID-19](https://leftfieldlounge.com/power-five-conferences-mostly-align-on-forfeiture-policy-if-teams-cannot-play-in-2021-due-to-covid-19/): Looks like they are serious about forfeits in college football this year. Tap below to read the article by Barrett Sallee of CBSSports.
- ['We’re 90% vaccinated and I'm still nervous' – As Delta variant shrouds 2021 college football season, players walk fine line](https://leftfieldlounge.com/were-90-vaccinated-and-im-still-nervous-as-delta-variant-shrouds-2021-college-football-season-players-walk-fine-line/): Yep. Gonna make for an interesting football season. Tap below to read the article.
- [Cubs' Jonathan Holder Starts up rehab assignment](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cubs-jonathan-holder-starts-up-rehab-assignment/): Jonathan Holder is in Arizona rehabbing his shoulder so he can get back to Chicago Cubs. Tap below to read the article from CBSSports.
- [Oregon, Oregon State to require vaccinations or negative COVID-19 test to attend games](https://leftfieldlounge.com/oregon-oregon-state-to-require-vaccinations-or-negative-covid-19-test-to-attend-games/): Oregon and Oregon State have followed Tulane in requiring proof of vaccination or a negative test result within 72 hours of a game in order to attend. Will others follow? Tap below to read the article by Ryan Young of Yahoo Sports.
- [NIL: Alabama's Nick Saban says equality in locker room is his 'biggest concern' as players ink deals](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nil-alabamas-nick-saban-says-equality-in-locker-room-is-his-biggest-concern-as-players-ink-deals/): You know this is going to be an issue everywhere. Tap below to read the article Dean Straka of 247 Sports
- [Western Carolina assistant football coach John Peacock dies unexpectedly at age 32](https://leftfieldlounge.com/western-carolina-assistant-football-coach-john-peacock-dies-unexpectedly-at-age-32/): RIP to coach John Peacock at Western Carolina University. This reminds us that sports is a game, and life is more precious. Tap below to read the article from USAToday.
- [NCAA moving closer to expanding 25-man class limit, per report](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-moving-closer-to-expanding-25-man-class-limit-per-report/): With roster management getting more difficult, in part due to Covid-19, the NCAA may expand recruiting classes. Tap below to read the article from CBSSports.
- [Ella Bruning makes history in Texas' win vs. Washington in Little League Baseball World Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ella-bruning-makes-history-in-texas-win-vs-washington-in-little-league-baseball-world-series/): Seems it is “Women in Baseball” week. Tap below to read the article from USAToday.
- [More women playing college baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/more-women-playing-college-baseball/): Have seen several articles recently about women playing college baseball. Tap below to view the video from CBS.
- [Auburn coach Bryan Harsin tests positive for COVID-19 as season-opening game vs. Akron approaches](https://leftfieldlounge.com/auburn-coach-bryan-harsin-tests-positive-for-covid-19-as-season-opening-game-vs-akron-approaches/): Looks like it is gonna be an interesting fall for NCAA sports and SEC sports as well. Tap the link below to read the article from CBSSports.com
- [Fans will not be allowed at University of Hawaii sporting events for start of fall season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/fans-will-not-be-allowed-at-university-of-hawaii-sporting-events-for-start-of-fall-season/): Fans will not be allowed at University of Hawaii sporting events for start of fall season. Tap below to read the entire article from USAToday.
- [Which Brewers prospect could be the next big rotation arm?](https://leftfieldlounge.com/which-brewers-prospect-could-be-the-next-big-rotation-arm/): Looks like former Diamond Dog Ethan Small is a big part of the Brewers rotation plans. Tap below to read the article from MLB.
- [Orioles' Jordan Westburg Bumped up to Double-A](https://leftfieldlounge.com/orioles-jordan-westburg-bumped-up-to-double-a/): Busy few days for Mississippi State baseball alumni, as Jordan Westburg was promoted to AA Bowie in the MLB Oriloes organization. Tap below to read the article.
- [Part of the family: MSU bullpen catcher Schmidt enjoys unforgettable experience](https://leftfieldlounge.com/part-of-the-family-msu-bullpen-catcher-schmidt-enjoys-unforgettable-experience/): Nice article about Diamond Dog Gavin Schmidt, Jr and his work as a manager and bullpen catcher. Tap below to read the article from The Dispatch.
- [Marlins '21 pick Allen locked in on dream](https://leftfieldlounge.com/marlins-21-pick-allen-locked-in-on-dream/): Nice article on former Diamond Dog Tanner Allen as he starts his Marlins career. Tap below to read the article from MLB.
- [Anger and confusion behind the scenes of NC State’s COVID ouster from CWS](https://leftfieldlounge.com/anger-and-confusion-behind-the-scenes-of-nc-states-covid-ouster-from-cws/): Two things you can be sure about after the 2021 CWS: NC State is STILL unhappy after being DQ from the CWS, and Mississippi State is STILL the national champion. Tap below to read more from the Omaha World-Herald
- [Tulane requiring proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test to attend game against No. 3 Oklahoma](https://leftfieldlounge.com/tulane-requiring-proof-of-vaccination-or-negative-covid-19-test-to-attend-game-against-no-3-oklahoma/): Yep, football season and uncertainty are just around the corner. Will other schools follow suit? Tap below to read the article from USAToday.
- [Koestler hired to Samford's baseball coaching staff](https://leftfieldlounge.com/koestler-hired-to-samfords-baseball-coaching-staff/): Congratulations to former Mississippi State and current Nation Champion pitcher Carlisle Koestler on joining the Samford baseball staff. Tap below to read about the move from the Vicksburg Post.
- [State-of-the-Art Sports Complex Under Construction in Historic Baseball Town, City Names Sports Facilities Companies as Operating Partner](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-of-the-art-sports-complex-under-construction-in-historic-baseball-town-city-names-sports-facilities-companies-as-operating-partner/): Starkville and Mississippi State baseball getting love from as far away as Pocatello, Idaho! Tap below to read the article from KPVI TV
- [Tigers rookie and Windsor native Jacob Robson will fulfill dream years in the making tonight](https://leftfieldlounge.com/tigers-rookie-and-windsor-native-jacob-robson-will-fulfill-dream-years-in-the-making-tonight/): Nice article on Jacob Robson prior to his Detroit Tigers home debut last night at Comerica Park, 15 minutes from where he grew up in Windsor, Ontario. Tap below to read this article from MLive.com
- [Oh yeah, Canada: Windsor's Jacob Robson at last dons Old English D](https://leftfieldlounge.com/oh-yah-canada-windsors-jacob-robson-at-last-dons-old-english-d/): Here’s a good article on Jacob Robson getting called up by the Tigers this week. He got his first MLB playing time yesterday at Baltimore with Ben McDonald in the booth, and is expected to get his first start tonight in Detroit against Cleveland. Tap below to read the article.
- [Use of one-way electronic devices approved in college baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/use-of-one-way-electronic-devices-approved-in-college-baseball/): The NCAA officially approved the use of one-way communication for college baseball beginning in the spring. The SEC has been using the earpiece for a couple of years now. Tap below to read the full article from the NCAA.
- [Robert Gates, ACC's Jim Phillips among 28 members appointed to NCAA Constitution Committee](https://leftfieldlounge.com/robert-gates-accs-jim-phillips-among-28-members-appointed-to-ncaa-constitution-committee/): The NCAA Board of Governors announced this week the members who will comprise the committee tasked with charting the future of the organization as it prepares for a special constitution in November. Interesting makeup of the committee. Tap below to read the article on CBSSports.com
- [Camp with the National Champs](https://leftfieldlounge.com/camp-with-the-national-champs/): Time to start planning baseball camp with the National Champion Mississippi State Bulldogs. Tap the link below for dates and to register for a camp.
- [Open Dore With Mikey Tepper](https://leftfieldlounge.com/open-dore-with-mikey-tepper/): Here is good article about Mississippi State and Falmouth Commodores pitcher Mikey Tepper by Olivia Peretti of the Falmouth Enterprise
- [NCAA issues guidance on COVID-19 protocols as 2021 college football season draws near](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-issues-guidance-on-covid-19-protocols-as-2021-college-football-season-draws-near/): As football season draws near, the NCAA has issued these Covid-19 protocol. Tap below to read the article.
- [Dubrule a big hit with Wild Things](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dubrule-a-big-hit-with-wild-things/): Forer Diamond Dog Scotty Dubrule has made quite the impression with the Washington Wild Things. Tap below to read the article by Chris Guan of the Washington, PA Observer-Reporter.
- [Kumar Rocker does not sign with Mets before deadline, not returning to Vanderbilt](https://leftfieldlounge.com/kumar-rocker-does-not-sign-with-mets-before-deadline-not-returning-to-vanderbilt/): No, it;s not April Fools day, and no this is not a joke. Tap below to read the full article for all the information
- [Mets fail to sign Kumar Rocker after taking Vanderbilt righty with No. 10 pick in 2021 MLB Draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mets-fail-to-sign-kumar-rocker-after-taking-vanderbilt-righty-with-no-10-pick-in-2021-mlb-draft/): Looks like the fall and spring will be interesting in the SEC. Tap below to read the article.
- [Mets, Kumar Rocker unlikely to agree to deal before signing deadline, per report](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mets-kumar-rocker-unlikely-to-agree-to-deal-before-signing-deadline-per-report/): This would be an interesting turn of events if the Mets are not able to sign Kumar Rocker. Tap below to read the full article.
- [Retired Cape Breton professional baseball player watches son follow in his footsteps to MLB Draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/retired-cape-breton-professional-baseball-player-watches-son-follow-in-his-footsteps-to-mlb-draft/): Nice Father/Son piece here about former Mississippi State baseball pitching star Christian MacLeod and his dad Kevin, written by Jeremy Fraser of the Staltwire. Tap below to read the article.
- [SEC Baseball Tournament in Hoover through 2022, but could it be headed to Oklahoma City in the future?](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-baseball-tournament-in-hoover-through-2022-but-could-it-be-headed-to-oklahoma-city-in-the-future/): Could the SEC Baseball tournament be on the move to a new city after the 2022 season? Tap below to check out this article by Tommy Deas of the The Tuscaloosa News
- ['I want to win': Sims' lifelong tenacity helps fuel champion Bulldogs](https://leftfieldlounge.com/i-want-to-win-sims-lifelong-tenacity-helps-fuel-champion-bulldogs/): Here’s a way to close your evening with this article on Diamond Dog closer Landon Sims from David Roberts of the Forsyth Country News. Tap below to read the article.
- [Ohio State AD Gene Smith says 'pause button should be hit' on CFP expansion. Others fret over ESPN's grip on football](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ohio-state-ad-gene-smith-says-pause-button-should-be-hit-on-cfp-expansion-others-fret-over-espns-grip-on-football/): Looks like folks are starting to worry about the state of college football. Tap below to read this article by Pete Thamel of Yahoo Sports
- [Pac-12 commish leads voices suggesting College Football Playoff expansion be paused amid SEC additions](https://leftfieldlounge.com/pac-12-commish-leads-voices-suggesting-college-football-playoff-expansion-be-paused-amid-sec-additions/): Seems like some conferences may not be happy with the SEC expansion according to Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports. Tap below to read the article.
- [Konnor Pilkington Traded to Cleveland](https://leftfieldlounge.com/konnor-pilkington-traded-to-cleveland/): Former Mississippi State pitching great Konnor Pilkington has been traded to Cleveland. Tap below to read the article.
- [SEC votes to admit Texas and Oklahoma, expand to 16 teams](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-votes-to-admit-texas-and-oklahoma-expand-to-16-teams/): Looks like the SEC is now a 16 team conference. Tap below to read the article
- [SEC is about to welcome one superpower from the Big 12, not two](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-is-about-to-welcome-one-superpower-from-the-big-12-not-two/): Interesting article written by Bill Trocchi of The Sporting News on what Texas football brings or doesn’t bring to the new SEC. Tap below to read the article.
- [Big 12 commissioner alleges ESPN conspired with SEC, American to lure teams from conference](https://leftfieldlounge.com/big-12-commissioner-alleges-espn-conspired-with-sec-american-to-lure-teams-from-conference/): This should get interesting. Tap below to read the article from CBSSports.
- [SEC presidents expected to vote Texas, Oklahoma into conference Thursday, per report](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-presidents-expected-to-vote-texas-oklahoma-into-conference-thursday-per-report/): According to the USAToday, the SEC presidents will vote Thursday on accepting Oklahoma and Texas into the SEC. Tap below to read the article.
- [Houston Astros bolster bullpen, get Seattle Mariners' Kendall Graveman in four-player trade](https://leftfieldlounge.com/houston-astros-bolster-bullpen-get-seattle-mariners-kendall-graveman-in-four-player-trade/): ESPN reports that former Diamond Dog Kendall Graveman has been traded to the Houston Astros. Tap below to read the article.
- [Mets' deal with 10th overall pick Kumar Rocker in jeopardy as signing deadline nears, per report](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mets-deal-with-10th-overall-pick-kumar-rocker-in-jeopardy-as-signing-deadline-nears-per-report/): Did anyone else see this coming about midway through the season? Tap below to read the article
- [Rangers prospect has HRs in 8 straight games](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rangers-prospect-has-hrs-in-8-straight-games/): Former Mississippi State baseball great Justin Foscue is on a hot streak, hitting homeruns in 8 straight games for the Hickory Crawdads in the Texas Rangers farm system. Tap the link below to read the article. Link
- [Texas, Oklahoma formally request SEC membership beginning in 2025 after announcing Big 12 departure](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-oklahoma-formally-request-sec-membership-beginning-in-2025-after-announcing-big-12-departure/): Oklahoma and Texas have taken the necessary step toward joining the SEC and forming college football‘s first superconference. Tap below to read the full article.
- [Davis Meche's baseball journey to Amsterdam](https://leftfieldlounge.com/davis-meches-baseball-journey-to-amsterdam/): Found this article on Diamond Dog infielder Davis Meche in the Spectrum Local News in Albany, NY. Tap below to read the article
- [2021 Mets Draft profile: Rowdey Jordan](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-mets-draft-profile-rowdey-jordan/): Here’s an article on New York Mets 2021 draft pick Rowdey Jordan by Steve Sypa of AmazingAvenue.com. Tap below to read the article.
- [How potential Oklahoma-Texas conference jump would affect SEC, other Power Five leagues](https://leftfieldlounge.com/how-potential-oklahoma-texas-conference-jump-would-affect-sec-other-power-five-leagues/): Here’s an analysis of the OU/UT potential move to the SEC by Eddie Timanus of the USAToday. Tap below to read the article.
- [Texas, Oklahoma announce intent to leave Big 12 but plan to 'honor their existing ... agreements'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-oklahoma-announce-intent-to-leave-big-12-but-plan-to-honor-their-existing-agreements/): It has begun. Tap below to read the article.
- [Padres trade for Pirates All-Star, MLB hit leader Adam Frazier](https://leftfieldlounge.com/padres-trade-for-pirates-all-star-mlb-hit-leader-adam-frazier/): Former Diamond Dog and 2021 MLB All-Star Adam Frazier has been traded from the Pirates to the San Diego Padres. Tap below for more information.
- [1 intriguing prospect trade chip for each MLB team](https://leftfieldlounge.com/1-intriguing-prospect-trade-chip-for-each-team/): A coupe of former Diamond Dogs are mentioned in this list provide by MLB. Tap the link below to read the article .
- [New commissioners thrust into conference realignment chaos](https://leftfieldlounge.com/new-commissioners-thrust-into-conference-realignment-chaos/): Conference realignment is back on the table in college sports just as three Power Five conferences are breaking in relatively new commissioners. Tap below to read this article by Ralph Russo of the AP.
- [Giants sign first-round pick Bednar](https://leftfieldlounge.com/giants-sign-first-round-pick-bednar/): The Giants’ first choice from the 2021 MLB Draft officially has joined the organization, as Will Bednar has signed for $3.65 million with San Francisco, Tap below to read the article.
- [2022 college baseball Never Too Early Top 25](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2022-college-baseball-never-too-early-top-25/): Ran across this from Baseball America. So if you are ready for baseball to start again, tap below to check out the article and rankings
- [Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC? What that would look like, and who would love (and hate) it](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-and-oklahoma-to-the-sec-what-that-would-look-like-and-who-would-love-and-hate-it/): If you are following the potential Texas/Oklahoma move to the SEC, check out this piece by The Sporting News on how the SEC could be realigned. Tap below to read the article.
- [Texas, Oklahoma expected to declare intent to leave Big 12 in '24-48 hours' with SEC as landing spot](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-oklahoma-expected-to-declare-intent-to-leave-big-12-in-24-48-hours-with-sec-as-landing-spot/): Looks as if the SEC will be a 16 team conference soon. Tap below to read the article.
- [RJ Yeager chooses Mississippi State as next stop](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rj-yeager-chooses-mississippi-state-as-next-stop/): Another transfer headed to Mississippi State. This one is an infielder (specifically shortstop) from Mercer. Tap the link below to read the article.
- [Texas and Oklahoma to SEC? Live news updates as Big 12 powers may kick start conference realignment](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-and-oklahoma-to-sec-live-news-updates-as-big-12-powers-may-kick-start-conference-realignment/): Baseball season is over, football hasn’t started, and college sports is going crazy. Tap below to read the article about possible conference realignment coming soon!!
- [Winners and losers if Texas and Oklahoma leave the Big 12 for SEC](https://leftfieldlounge.com/winners-and-losers-if-texas-and-oklahoma-leave-the-big-12-for-sec/): After Oklahoma and Texas decided to upstage the SEC Media Days this week, I ran across this article by Erick Smith of the USAToday. Tap below to read the full article,
- [Cape Cod Baseball League Umpires Appreciate Thrills, Camaraderie](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cape-cod-baseball-league-umpires-appreciate-thrills-camaraderie/): Nice article about the umpires in the Cape Cod Baseball League by Brad Joyal of the Cape Cod Chronicle. Tap below to read the article.
- [FSU's Bobby Bowden diagnosed with a terminal medical condition](https://leftfieldlounge.com/fsus-bobby-bowden-diagnosed-with-a-terminal-medical-condition/): Hate to see this about a great former college football coach. Tap below to read the full article.
- [Mississippi State pitcher Houston Harding signs free-agent deal with Los Angeles Angels](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-pitcher-houston-harding-signs-free-agent-deal-with-los-angeles-angels/): Houston Harding signed with the Los Angeles Angels this week. Tap below to read the article.
- [The SEC, NCAA and a Fight to Change College Sports](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-sec-ncaa-and-a-fight-to-change-college-sports/): Interesting article by Ross Dellenger of Sports Illustrated on the struggle between the SEC and the NCAA on how college athletics should be managed. Tap below to read the article.
- [SEC would be wise to follow Greg Sankey's 'vaccination motivation'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-would-be-wise-to-follow-greg-sankeys-vaccination-motivation/): SEC commissioner Greg Sankey reinforced a matter-of-fact-message for 2021. He even dropped an F-bomb — “forfeit” — to drive home that point. Tap below to read the article from the Sporting News
- [With the NCAA's authority quickly eroding, significant change is ahead for major college sports](https://leftfieldlounge.com/with-the-ncaas-authority-quickly-eroding-significant-change-is-ahead-for-major-college-sports/): The NCAA taking a step back will open a door for others to claim authority over the industry. Tap below to read the article.
- [MISSISSIPPI'S PITCHING PROWESS SHOWS IN MLB DRAFT](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippis-pitching-prowess-shows-in-mlb-draft/): Here’s an article from Mississippi Scoreboard breaking down the pitchers from the state who were drafted in the 2021 MLB Draft. Tap below to read the article.
- [Resolution congratulates NCAA baseball champs](https://leftfieldlounge.com/resolution-congratulates-ncaa-baseball-champs/): U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, R-Miss., and Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., along with U.S. Representative Michael Guest, R-Miss., Tuesday, July 13, introduced a resolution in recognition of the Mississippi State University baseball team winning the 2021 NCAA College World Series. Tap below to read the article and the resolution.
- [MLB's downsized draft changes the equation for college baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlbs-downsized-draft-changes-the-equation-for-college-baseball/): Here’s an interesting article on the downsized MLB draft and how it will affect college baseball and it’s recruits by Gabe Lacques, USA TODAY. Tape below to read the entire article
- [Five Bulldogs Find Landing Spots in 2021 MLB Draft: Things To Know and Slot Values](https://leftfieldlounge.com/five-bulldogs-find-landing-spots-in-2021-mlb-draft-things-to-know-and-slot-values/): Nice article from SI Cowbell Corner on the five Diamond Dogs drafted in the MLB Draft this week. Tap below to read the article…
- [Twins select LHP Christian MacLeod with pick #159](https://leftfieldlounge.com/twins-select-lhp-christian-macleod-with-pick-159/): Congratulations got o Christian MacLeod on being selected in the 5th round of the MLB draft today by the Minnesota Twins. Here is a great writeup about Christian. Tap below to read the article.
- [How Marlins are maneuvering a MLB Draft talent surplus](https://leftfieldlounge.com/how-marlins-are-maneuvering-a-mlb-draft-talent-surplus/): Here’s a good article on Tanner Allen being drafted by the Miami Marlins that was in the Miami Herald. Tap below to read the article.
- [San Francisco Giants pick Will Bednar of Mississippi State baseball in Round 1 of 2021 MLB Draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/san-francisco-giants-pick-will-bednar-of-mississippi-state-baseball-in-round-1-of-2021-mlb-draft/): Congratulations to the Man from Mars, Will Bednar being selected with the 14th pick of the 1st round of the 2021 MLB Draft. Tap below to read all about it.
- [Can Mississippi State baseball repeat? What the Bulldogs roster could look like in 2022](https://leftfieldlounge.com/can-mississippi-state-baseball-repeat-what-the-bulldogs-roster-could-look-like-in-2022/): A little over a week since celebrating the National Championship after beating Vandy in the College World Series, folks are wondering what the next edition of the Diamond Dogs will look like. Tap below to check out this article by Nick Suss of the Clarion Ledger for more info…
- [Gatemen Manager Don Sneddon hopes Clark, James bring bats, knowledge to the team](https://leftfieldlounge.com/gatemen-manager-don-sneddon-hopes-clark-james-bring-bats-knowledge-to-the-team/): Here’s a quick article from the Cape Cod Times about a couple of Diamond Dogs up north this summer. Tap below to read the article…
- [Scott Foxhall’s weird, wonderful Mississippi State baseball ride](https://leftfieldlounge.com/scott-foxhalls-weird-wonderful-mississippi-state-baseball-ride/): Good article about Scott Foxhall from the Post and Courier. Tap below to read the article…
- [MLB Draft 2021: Yankees tied to Will Bednar, Gavin Williams in final mocks](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-draft-2021-yankees-tied-to-will-bednar-gavin-williams-in-final-mocks/): Will Bednar to the Yankkes in the first round of the MLB draft today? Tap below for more info…
- [The national championship is a cure to Maroon Sadness](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-national-championship-is-a-cure-to-maroon-sadness/): Trying to get back in the posting grove. Ran across this article from the Monroe Daily Journal and thought it might make you smile. Tap below to read the article.
- [Mississippi State to celebrate its 2021 Baseball National Championship on Friday, July 2](https://leftfieldlounge.com/8220-2/): Mississippi State will celebrate its 2021 Baseball National Championship on Friday, July 2, with a parade through downtown Starkville that will culminate with an event inside Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium. The parade will kick off at 5:30 p.m. CT. The route will begin at The Little Dooey on University Drive and end outside the home plate gate at Dudy Noble Field. The parade will include Diamond Dawg student-athletes and coaches, athletics and campus administrators, as well as other invited guests and honorees. Fans are encouraged to tailgate along the parade route (scroll down for map).  The ceremony at Dudy Noble Field will…
- [Pittsburgh’s Will Bednar, Troy LeNeve Making Instant Impact on College World Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/pittsburghs-will-bednar-troy-leneve-making-instant-impact-on-college-world-series/): Check out this article from Pittsburgh Sports Now on Will Bednar’s performance in the opening game of the College World Series against Texas. Tap to read more…
- [Draft prospects to watch in Super Regionals](https://leftfieldlounge.com/draft-prospects-to-watch-in-super-regionals/): With the Draft still four weeks away, teams will continue to scout these events heavily and there’s talent aplenty still competing. There are a total of 28 players on our current Top 200 prospects list, led by Jack Leiter, No. 3 on that list. Vanderbilt leads all schools with five players on the Top 200, followed by North Carolina State, Arizona, Mississippi State and Virginia, all with three. Tap below to read more… Draft prospects to watch in Super Regionals
- [Mississippi State’s Landon Sims Named Stopper of the Year Finalist](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-states-landon-sims-named-stopper-of-the-year-finalist/): Sims joins Holder and Lindgren as Diamond Dawgs to be named Finalists for the nation’s top closer STARKVILLE – Ten finalists have been name for the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Stopper of the Year, with Mississippi State baseball second-year freshman Landon Sims among the distinguished group of closes. Since the award first began in 2009, Sims joins Jonathan Holder (2013) and Jacob Lindgren (2014) as Diamond Dawgs to earn finalist honors for the award. The 2021 list includes eight seniors and a pair of second-year freshmen, which includes Sims. Sims started the season with a monster outing against then-No. 9 Texas in the…
- [Mississippi State Baseball’s Allen, Sims Named Golden Spikes Award Semifinalists](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseballs-allen-sims-named-golden-spikes-award-semifinalists/): Allen, Sims are second Mississippi State duo to be named semifinalists in the same season STARKVILLE – For the second straight awards cycle, the Mississippi State baseball program will have a pair of semifinalists for the Golden Spikes Award, presented by USA Baseball in partnership with the Rod Dedeaux Foundation. The Diamond Dawg duo of Tanner Allen and Landon Sims are among the 25 semifinalists announced on Tuesday (June 8). Mississippi State’s history with the Golden Spikes Award began in 1984, when Rafael Palmeiro was named a finalist for the award. In 1985, Will Clark produced the only Golden Spikes Award-winning season in program history. Since the award began naming semifinalists…
- [NCAA Starkville Super Regional Schedule Set for Saturday Start](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-starkville-super-regional-schedule-set-for-saturday-start/): Diamond Dawgs and Fighting Irish kick off Super Regional at 1 p.m. on June 12 STARKVILLE – For the fifth straight season the Mississippi State baseball program will play in an NCAA Super Regional, with the second straight event hosted at Dudy Noble Field kicking off at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 12. It is the fourth time in program history that Mississippi State will host a Super Regional, also hosting in 2007 and 2019. The Diamond Dawgs have won four of the nine previous Super Regional appearances, including each of the years they hosted. After sweeping through the NCAA Starkville Regional,…
- [No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball on to Super Regionals with Victory over Campbell](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-on-to-super-regionals-with-victory-over-campbell/): James and Tanner each hit home runs, Harding tosses five innings of relief to earn the win STARKVILLE – It was nip and tuck for most of the game, but the No. 3 Mississippi State baseball program clinched its fifth straight trip to the Super Regional round of the NCAA Baseball Championships on Monday (June 7) at Dudy Noble Field with a 6-5 victory over Campbell. Mississippi State (43-15) advances to its fifth straight NCAA Super Regional, which is tied for the fifth-longest streak in the Super Regional era (Since 1999) and is the longest active streak in college baseball. Overall, Mississippi…
- [Weather Forces Schedule Change for NCAA Starkville Regional](https://leftfieldlounge.com/weather-forces-schedule-change-for-ncaa-starkville-regional/): VCU/Campbell to play at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Mississippi State to face winner at 11 a.m. on Monday STARKVILLE – With rain moving through the Golden Triangle early in the day, the NCAA has announced that the Starkville Regional will shift its schedule. The Campbell/VCU contest will now begin at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday (June 6) and that will shift the Regional Final game to a Monday (June 7) start at 11 a.m. Mississippi State won its first two games to move into the winner’s bracket final, while Campbell and VCU will meet in an elimination game at Dudy Noble Field on…
- [No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball Snaps VCU Streak with 16-4 Victory on Saturday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-snaps-vcu-streak-with-16-4-victory-on-saturday/): Diamond Dawgs move to 2-0 in NCAA Regional play for 17th time in program history STARKVILLE – A couple of early runs set the tone and Christian MacLeod struck out a career-high-tying 12 batters to help No. 3 Mississippi State baseball roll to a 16-4 victory over VCU on Saturday (June 5) evening. Mississippi State pushed its NCAA Regional winning streak to nine games with the victory and now has seven straight postseason wins at Dudy Noble Field. The 16 runs scored rank tied for No. 7 in Mississippi State’s NCAA postseason history and are the most since piling up 18 runs against Nebraska…
- [No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball Opens NCAA Starkville Regional with Victory Over Samford](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-opens-ncaa-starkville-regional-with-victory-over-samford/): Hancock drives in three RBIs, Bednar fans eight in seven innings of work in the victory STARKVILLE – Will Bednar struck out eight and Luke Hancock drove in three RBIs to help the No. 3 Mississippi State baseball program to a victory in the opening game of the NCAA Starkville Regional at Dudy Noble Field. Number seven national seed Mississippi State ran its winning streak in NCAA Regional games to eight straight games dating back to the 2018 Tallahassee Regional. State has also won six straight home tournament games. A leadoff home run by Samford (35-23) started the game to stake the visitors to a…
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: NCAA Starkville Regional](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-ncaa-starkville-regional/): Diamond Dawgs to host 15th NCAA Regional at Dudy Noble Field, Face familiar foe in Samford STARKVILLE – The No. 3 Mississippi State baseball program enters the NCAA Starkville Regional as the No. 7 national seed and will face a familiar foe in Samford at 2 p.m. on Friday (June 4) at Dudy Noble Field to open regional play. The Diamond Dawgs will meet Samford for the third time in its last eight NCAA postseason trips, as SU won a pair of games over MSU in 2012, before the State claimed a 9-8 meeting that kickstarted its 2018 run to the College…
- [Mississippi State Baseball’s Allen, Sims Earn All-America Honors from Collegiate Baseball Newspaper](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseballs-allen-sims-earn-all-america-honors-from-collegiate-baseball-newspaper/): Mississippi State has first-team All-American per Collegiate Baseball for third time in five seasons STARKVILLE – For the third straight season, the Mississippi State baseball program has placed at least one student-athlete on the Collegiate Baseball Newspaper All-America Team. The duo of Tanner Allen and Landon Sims were each among the honorees by the publication on Thursday (June 3). Allen is State’s third first-team selection by Collegiate Baseball in the last five seasons, while Sims’s second-team nod gives MSU multiple All-Americans in four of the last five seasons. Allen joins the likes of Chris Stratton (2012), Hunter Renfroe (2013), Jonathan Holder (2013), Brent Rooker (2017) and Ethan Small (2019) as first-team All-Americans per Collegiate Baseball. The…
- [Each NCAA tourney team's top Draft prospect](https://leftfieldlounge.com/each-ncaa-tourney-teams-top-draft-prospect/): Here are some of the top Major League Baseball prospects in each of the 16 NCAA Regionals. Tap below to check them out. Tap here to view prospects
- [Which teams have the easiest paths to the College World Series?](https://leftfieldlounge.com/which-teams-have-the-easiest-paths-to-the-college-world-series/): Here is an article from SouthEastern14.com taking a look at the POSSIBLE ease of each regional. Tap below to read the article.
- [The road to the College World Series in Omaha begins in earnest very soon](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-road-to-the-college-world-series-in-omaha-begins-in-earnest-very-soon/): 2021 NCAA baseball tournament bracket, regional matchups: SEC lands nine bids, three of top four overall seeds. Tap the link for the full article from CBS Sports
- [Starkville Regional Ticket Information](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-earn-no-7-national-seed/): DIAMOND DAWGS EARN NO. 7 NATIONAL SEED  The Diamond Dawgs earned the No. 7 National seed in the NCAA Tournament and will host an NCAA Regional in Starkville, scheduled to begin Friday, June 4 at Dudy Noble Field. For the full bracket click here. $60 General Admission, Standing Room Only tickets will go on sale to all fans beginning Tuesday, June 1 at 8 a.m. Individual game tickets – which will be General Admission, Standing Room Only – will be available on Friday, June 4 online at 8 a.m. Tickets will be available by clicking the ‘Buy Tickets’ button below or by calling the Ticket Office at 662.325.2600. For all…
- [Home Sweet Home: Mississippi State Baseball Selected as NCAA Regional Host](https://leftfieldlounge.com/home-sweet-home-mississippi-state-baseball-selected-as-ncaa-regional-host/): Dudy Noble Field will host an NCAA Regional for the 15th time in program history STARKVILLE – Postseason baseball returns to The Dude as the Mississippi State baseball program will host an NCAA Regional for the 15th time in program history, as the NCAA tabbed Dudy Noble Field one of 16 regional hosts for the 2021 NCAA Baseball Championship, the selection committee announced Sunday (May 31). The four-team regional is set to begin Friday, June 4, with a pair of opening round games. Saturday (June 5) and Sunday (June 6) will also feature two games each, with an if-necessary game to be played…
- [No. 3 Mississippi State Baseball Falls in SEC Tournament Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-3-mississippi-state-baseball-falls-in-sec-tournament-opener/): Allen moves hitting streak to 17 games, Hancock plates 52nd RBI of the season HOOVER, Ala. – The No. 3 Mississippi State baseball program dropped its opening game at the SEC Tournament to No. 11 Florida, 13-1, on Wednesday (May 26) morning at the Hoover Met. The team’s exchanged single runs in the first inning, before Florida (37-19) scored three in the second and five in the third to stake an early lead. A four-run seventh inning pushed the game to 13-1 and the game was final after the seventh inning, via the SEC Tournament’s run rule. For Mississippi State (40-14), Tanner Allen extended…
- [COVID VACCINES OFFERED AT SEC BASEBALL TOURNAMENT](https://leftfieldlounge.com/covid-vaccines-offered-at-sec-baseball-tournament/): HOOVER, Alabama (May 25, 2021) – Fans attending the 2021 SEC Baseball Tournament in Hoover this week have an opportunity to receive a COVID vaccine courtesy of the Jefferson County Department of Health. Coordinated by the Alabama National Guard, fans will have the choice of the Phizer, Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine.   Vaccines will be available Tuesday through Friday of the tournament until 6 pm CT. For recipients of the Phizer and Moderna vaccine, the second dose of the vaccine will be available at the Hoover Met Complex on Friday, June 25 from 10 am to 2 pm CT. Vaccines will…
- [SEC Tabs Mississippi State Baseball’s Tanner Allen Player of the Year](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-tabs-mississippi-state-baseballs-tanner-allen-player-of-the-year/): Allen is second Diamond Dawg to earn SEC Player of the Year in the last four seasons the award was nominated STARKVILLE – For the second time in the last four seasons, the SEC Player of the Year hails from Mississippi State, as junior Tanner Allen was named the conference’s top player and five total Diamond Dawgs earned honors from the conference office on Monday (May 24). With Allen’s player of the year award, Mississippi State has captured six specialty awards in the last five seasons, including Brent Rooker’s Southeastern Conference Player of the Year award in 2017. Ethan Small (Pitcher of the Year) and JT Ginn (Freshman of…
- [NFL’s Odell Beckham Jr. took his $750,000 salary in bitcoin — how much did it end up costing him?](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nfls-odell-beckham-jr-took-his-750000-salary-in-bitcoin-how-much-did-it-end-up-costing-him/): Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. made headlines last November when he announced he would be converting his 2021 NFL salary into bitcoin. Probably not the best idea. Tap below to read the article by Weston Blasi for MarketWatch.
- [Remembering the Old Main Fire](https://leftfieldlounge.com/9051-2/): Mississippi is home to the best stories in the nation; who better to tell them than Mississippians? MSU Films explores life in the Magnolia State and the Bulldog influence in our country, looking at the problems and issues that affect us all. Join us as we travel throughout the state, searching for the stories that define who we are and how we live. Tap below to watch the film about when Old Main burned down.
- [College Baseball: A History of Back-to-Back National Champions](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-baseball-a-history-of-back-to-back-national-champions/): Mississippi State’s baseball team finally won their first national championship in 2021, but can they do it again? Tap below to read the article by Elizabeth Keen for Sports Illustrated.
- [Baseball America Ranks Dawgs No. 3 in Preseason Poll](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-america-ranks-dawgs-no-3-in-preseason-poll/): Mississippi State Baseball received yet another top five ranking on Monday (Jan. 24) after it was announced the Dawgs will open the 2022 season ranked No. 3 in the Baseball America Preseason Top 25 poll. Tap below to read the release.
- [Bobcats baseball practice in full swing ahead of season-opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bobcats-baseball-practice-in-full-swing-ahead-of-season-opener/): Former Diamond Dawg catcher Wes Thigpen is about to begin his first season as head baseball coach at Jones College. Tap below to read the article.
- [NCAA Schools Vote on New Constitution at Annual Convention](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-schools-vote-on-new-constitution-at-annual-convention/): NCAA member schools voted to ratify a new, pared-down constitution Thursday, paving the way for a decentralized approach to governing college sports that will hand more power to schools and conferences. Tap below to read the article by Sports Illustrated.
- [2022 Mississippi State Baseball Roster: Meet the Outfielders](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2022-mississippi-state-baseball-roster-meet-the-outfielders/): Elizabeth Keen of SI Cowbell Corner takes a look at the 2022 Mississippi State baseball outfielders. Tap below to read the article.
- [2022 Mississippi State Baseball Roster: Meet the Infielders and Catchers](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2022-mississippi-state-baseball-roster-meet-the-infielders-and-catchers/): Here’s a look at another portion of the Mississippi State baseball roster. This time, Elizabeth Keen from SI Cowbell Corner takes a look at the infielders and catchers. Tap below to read the article.
- [Athlete Licensing Company, LLC, Announces Deals With Three Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) Collectives](https://leftfieldlounge.com/athlete-licensing-company-llc-announces-deals-with-three-name-image-and-likeness-nil-collectives/): Since we are now in the NIL era, I will continue to share articles I find on how others are handling NIL. Tap below to read the article Business Wire for Yahoo Sports.
- [Lusia Harris, basketball pioneer and only woman drafted into the NBA, dies at 66](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lusia-harris-basketball-pioneer-and-only-woman-drafted-into-the-nba-dies-at-66/): Hated to read of the passing of Lucy Harris Tuesday. I grew up reading stories of her dominating women’s college basketball at Delta State University. I remember when the New Orleans (now Utah) Jazz drafted her in the 1977 NBA draft. She was legendary! Tap below to read the article from Yahoo Sports.
- [MEMPHIS HEAD COACH DARON SCHOENROCK TO RETIRE AT END OF 2022 SEASON](https://leftfieldlounge.com/memphis-head-coach-daron-schoenrock-to-retire-at-end-of-2022-season/): Former Mississippi State pitching coach Daron Shoenrock has decided to retire at the end of the 2022 Memphis baseball season. Tap the link below to read the full article from College Baseball Daily. https://t.co/M2Syi9rjLF
- [Dawgs Ranked Top Five in D1Baseball Preseason Poll](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-ranked-top-five-in-d1baseball-preseason-poll/): Another day, another preseason poll, this one from D1Baseball. Tap the link below to see the release from HailState.com https://hailstate.com/news/2022/1/18/dawgs-ranked-top-five-in-d1baseball-preseason-poll.aspx
- [Dawgs Earn Top Five Recruiting Class by D1Baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-earn-top-five-recruiting-class-by-d1baseball/): Mississippi State Baseball brought in its fourth consecutive top 10 recruiting class after D1Baseball announced on Friday (Jan. 14) that the Diamond Dawgs’ 2021-22 class ranks No. 4 nationally. Tap below to read the full press release.
- [2022 Mississippi State Baseball Roster: Meet the Pitchers](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2022-mississippi-state-baseball-roster-meet-the-pitchers/): It’s time to get to know Mississippi State’s pitchers for the 2022 season. Tap below to read the article by Elizabeth Keen from SI Cowbell Corner.
- [OREGON DRAWS NCAA SCRUTINY FOR THIRD-PARTY NIL PROGRAM](https://leftfieldlounge.com/oregon-draws-ncaa-scrutiny-for-third-party-nil-program/): Looks like the NCAA is starting to get inquisitive about how the University of Oregon is running their NIL program. Tap below to read the article by Daniel Libit for Sportico,
- [Left Field Lounge Move In Date Set](https://leftfieldlounge.com/left-field-lounge-move-in-date-set/): The Left Field Lounge will be open for you to move in your supplies for the 2022 season Friday and Saturday, February 4 – 5 at the following times:  Friday, February 4 from 3 – 7 p.m. Saturday, February 5 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.  The centerfield gate will be open during the times above and you may use the circle drive to drop supplies outside the gate. Please park your vehicle in the parking lot across Lakeview Dr. behind the baseball scoreboard. We will have staff members on site to assist with unloading and getting your supplies to your…
- [NIL Momentum Increasing For High School Athletes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nil-momentum-increasing-for-high-school-athletes/): Seems the NIL movement is getting into the high school ranks. How long til it gets into Little League. Tap below to read the article from Forbes magazine.
- [Nick Saban, Kirby Smart both call for increased NIL regulation in college football](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nick-saban-kirby-smart-both-call-for-increased-nil-regulation-in-college-football/):  Alabama football coach Nick Saban and Georgia coach Kirby Smart both called for increased regulation on name, image and likeness (NIL) deals for college athletes during their joint College Football Playoff news conferences Sunday. Tap below to read the full article from ESPN.
- [Sylvester Croom inducted into College Football Hall of Fame](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sylvester-croom-inducted-into-college-football-hall-of-fame/): Congratulations to former Mississippi State head football coach Sylvester Croom on being inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. Tap below to read the article from WAAY TV.
- [CollegeBaseball Nation 2022 Preseason Top 50, Texas Starts On Top](https://leftfieldlounge.com/collegebaseball-nation-2022-preseason-top-50-texas-starts-on-top/): Another preseason Top 25 poll, and another top 5 spot for the Bulldogs. Tap below to view the entire poll from CollegeBaseball Nation.
- [Giants Excited By Righthander Will Bednar's Upside](https://leftfieldlounge.com/giants-excited-by-righthander-will-bednars-upside/): As we head into baseball season, here is an nice article about former Diamond Dog Will Bednar of the San Francisco Giants. Tap below to read the article by Steve Kroner of Baseball America.
- [MSU number 6 in Perfect Game Preseason top 25](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-number-6-in-perfect-game-preseason-top-25/): Perfect Game baseball announced their preseason top 25 today, and the Mississippi State Bulldogs came in at number 6. Tap below to read the article and see the full top 25.
- [MSU pitcher Landon Sims named 1st team Perfect Game All American; catcher Logan Tanner named to 3rd team](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-pitcher-landon-sims-named-1st-team-perfect-game-all-american-catcher-logan-tanner-named-to-3rd-team/): MSU pitcher Landon Sims and catcher Logan Tanner earned preseason All American honors from Perfect Game today. Tap below to read the article and see the full article.
- [Save The Date: 2022 Super Bulldog Weekend](https://leftfieldlounge.com/save-the-date-2022-super-bulldog-weekend/): Mississippi State athletics announced Tuesday that the 36th annual Super Bulldog Weekend, a Bulldog spring homecoming tradition, will be held April 14-16 on the MSU campus. Tap below to read the entire article.
- [SEC Quietly Adds Exit Fee to Conference Bylaws](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-quietly-adds-exit-fee-to-conference-bylaws/): It seems the SEC has been going about the business of setting up rules on how to withdraw from the conference, and how much it will cost a team. Tap below to read the article by the Business of College Sports.
- [An All-SEC Final Is the Latest Obstacle to Expanding the College Football Playoff](https://leftfieldlounge.com/an-all-sec-final-is-the-latest-obstacle-to-expanding-the-college-football-playoff/): The major conferences want a bigger playoff format to generate more money. Blowout wins by Alabama and Georgia show how hard it is to find two title-worthy teams. Tap below to read the full article from the Wall Street Journal.
- [2021 College Football Playoff: Forfeit, cancellation policies announced as COVID-19 omicron variant spreads](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-college-football-playoff-forfeit-cancellation-policies-announced-as-covid-19-omicron-variant-spreads/): The CFP announced Wednesday its policies in handling teams dealing with COVID-related issues. Tap below to read the article by CBSSports.
- [Sims, Tanner Garner Preseason All-America Honors](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sims-tanner-garner-preseason-all-america-honors/): It’s almost Christmas, and the stocking stuffers keep popping up. This time, it’s Landon Sims and Logan Tanner receiving Collegiate Baseball pre-season All American honors. Tap below to read the article!
- [TEXAS NO. 1 IN COLLEGIATE BASEBALL 2022 PRESEASON POLL](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-no-1-in-collegiate-baseball-poll/): Christmas is coming, the goose is getting fat, and Collegiate Baseball has the first preseason NCAA D1 baseball poll out for 2022. Tap below to view the poll (hint:Mississippi State is preseason number 9) Collegiate Baseball 2022 preseason baseball poll
- [TD Ameritrade Park, home of CWS, to be renamed Charles Schwab Field Omaha](https://leftfieldlounge.com/td-ameritrade-park-home-of-cws-to-be-renamed-charles-schwab-field-omaha/): From the hot stove baseball news yesterday, TD Ameritrade Park Omaha will become Charles Schwab Field Omaha for future College World Series as of Monday Dec 20. Tap below to read the article.
- [DIAMOND DAWGS FALL SCRIMMAGE DETAILS](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-fall-scrimmage-details/): If you are looking for a Mississippi State baseball fix Friday evening, just head to Dudy Noble Field. The outfield will be open! Tap below to read the details.
- [While Starkville golf cart/LSV rules are changing, MSU’s rules are not changing ─ particularly on game days](https://leftfieldlounge.com/while-starkville-golf-cart-lsv-rules-are-changing-msus-rules-are-not-changing-%e2%94%80-particularly-on-game-days/): Just a reminder about MSU campus vehicle rules on game days and other days. Tap below to read the entire release.
- [Spencer Rattler becomes case study for NIL return on investment with Oklahoma starting job in flux](https://leftfieldlounge.com/spencer-rattler-becomes-case-study-for-nil-return-on-investment-with-oklahoma-starting-job-in-flux/): Interesting article on the NIL impact so far this football season. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd of CBSSports.
- [Baseball Set to Host Alabama on Friday in Fall Scrimmage](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-set-to-host-alabama-on-friday-in-fall-scrimmage/): 14 innings of Mississippi State baseball at Dudy Noble Field against Alabama this Friday. Tap below to read the release.
- [MSU Women’s Basketball Coach Nikki McCray-Penson Steps Down To Focus On Health](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-womens-basketball-coach-nikki-mccray-penson-steps-down-to-focus-on-health/): Mississippi State has begun a national search for a new women’s head basketball coach. Tap below to read the release.
- [Team Cheese Takes Game 1 Of Fall World Series, 10-1](https://leftfieldlounge.com/team-cheese-takes-game-1-of-fall-world-series-10-1/): The Mississippi State Baseball Fall World Series is underway. Game 1 was Thursday, Game 2 is today at 2:15 PM. Tap below to read the article on game 1.
- [Baseball Set for Fall World Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-set-for-fall-world-series/): The dates and times are now set for the Fall World Series and the Alabama baseball scrimmage. Tap below to read the release.
- [Diamond Dawgs Travel To Face Samford In Fall Scrimmage](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-travel-to-face-samford-in-fall-scrimmage/): Fall ball is coming to a close. Tap below for information on this weekend’s scrimmage at Samford in Birmingham, and the Fall World Series starting this coming Thursday.
- [Portland State Football Coach Offers Free Beer for Fans, Hit With $14,448 Tab](https://leftfieldlounge.com/portland-state-football-coach-offers-free-beer-for-fans-hit-with-14448-tab/): Imagine what the tab would be for an SEC school…especially one that loves to give beer showers! Tap below to read the article by Andrew Gastelum for Sports Illustrated.
- [Memphis' wild punt-return TD vs. Mississippi State counted only because of officials' mistakes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/memphis-wild-punt-return-td-vs-mississippi-state-counted-only-because-of-officials-mistakes/): Tap below to read a write up in The Sporting News on the punt return ruling in the MSU – Memphis game today
- [Oklahoma QB Spencer Rattler earns two new cars in NIL deal](https://leftfieldlounge.com/oklahoma-qb-spencer-rattler-earns-two-new-cars-in-nil-deal/): Unreal. What’s next? Bonuses for dressing out? Tap below to read the article by Wajih Albaroudi for CSBSports
- [TCU coach Gary Patterson says SEC schools targeting player on his roster with NIL offers](https://leftfieldlounge.com/tcu-coach-gary-patterson-says-sec-schools-targeting-player-on-his-roster-with-nil-offers/): Looks like college sports is about to become wild. Tap below to read the article by Scooby Axson for the USAToday
- [Samford to dedicate football field to Bobby Bowden](https://leftfieldlounge.com/samford-to-dedicate-football-field-to-bobby-bowden/): Samford University will officially name the field in F. Page Seibert Stadium as Bobby Bowden Field in honor of the late coach. Tap below to read the article
- [LSU RB coach Kevin Faulk taking time after death of 19-year-old daughter](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lsu-rb-coach-kevin-faulk-taking-time-after-death-of-19-year-old-daughter/): Condolences to LSU assistant football coach Kevin Faulk in the loss of his daughter. Tap below to read the report from Adam Hunsacker of the Lafayette Daily Advertiser for USAToday
- [Diamond Dawgs’ 2022 SEC Slate Revealed](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-2022-sec-slate-revealed/): Mississippi State announced the SEC portion of their 2022 schedule today. Tap below to read the article and check out the SEC schedule.
- [Mississippi State fans won't be allowed to bring cowbells vs. Memphis at Liberty Bowl](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-fans-wont-be-allowed-to-bring-cowbells-vs-memphis-at-liberty-bowl/): LIberty Bowl says no cowbells allowed this weekend. Tap below to read the full article by Evan Barnes the Commercial Appeal.
- [USC Fires Head Coach Clay Helton](https://leftfieldlounge.com/usc-fires-head-coach-clay-helton/): The crazy season is getting an early start in college football as USC has fired their head coach two games into the season. Tap below to read the report from Sam Cooper for .
- [Cam Newton believes his 'aura' would have been a distraction without being starting QB for the Patriots](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cam-newton-believes-his-aura-would-have-been-a-distraction-without-being-starting-qb-for-the-patriots/): And in the NFL today, $cam Newton blames his “aura” for getting him cut by the Patriots. Tap below to read the report by Jared Dubin for CBSSports.
- [Big 12 extends conference membership to BYU, Cincinnati, Houston, UCF; programs to accept invitations Friday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/big-12-extends-conference-membership-to-byu-cincinnati-houston-ucf-programs-to-accept-invitations-friday/): So it’s official: the Big 12 has extended invitations to four schools. Tap below to read the report from Shehan Jeyarajah for CBSSports.
- [Cowboys' Dak Prescott will undergo MRI every two weeks throughout 2021 NFL season, per report](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cowboys-dak-prescott-will-undergo-mri-every-two-weeks-throughout-2021-nfl-season-per-report/): Got to wonder what is going on with Cowboy’s quarterback Dak Prescott. Tap below to read the report from Cody Benjamin for CBSSports.
- [MLB, Red Sox dispute Hunter Renfroe's claim that league said to stop COVID-19 testing](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-red-sox-dispute-hunter-renfroes-claim-that-league-said-to-stop-covid-19-testing/): Former Diamond Dog Hunter Renfroe calls out the Red Sox and MLB on Covid testing. Tap below to read the article by Steve Gardner for USAToday
- [AAC commissioner Mike Aresco on expansion: Big 12 has 'done what they accused us of doing'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/aac-commissioner-mike-aresco-on-expansion-big-12-has-done-what-they-accused-us-of-doing/): Mike Aresco gives his thoughts on Big 12 expansion. Tap below to read what Mark Giannotto of the Memphis Commercial Appeal wrote for the USAToday.
- [Big 12 expansion: Presidents to 'rubber stamp' invites to BYU, Cincinnati, Houston, UCF on Friday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/big-12-expansion-presidents-to-rubber-stamp-invites-to-byu-cincinnati-houston-ucf-on-friday/): Well it looks like expansion will happen this week in the Big 12. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [ULM Head Coach Federico Signs Three-Year Contract Extension](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ulm-head-coach-federico-signs-three-year-contract-extension/): ULM Director of Athletics Scott McDonald announced the signing of head baseball coach Michael Federico to a contract extension through the 2024 season. Tap below to read the release from the ULM Athletics department
- [NCAA expands Women's College World Series by two days to ease game congestion, give players more rest](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-expands-womens-college-world-series-by-two-days-to-ease-game-congestion-give-players-more-rest/): The Women’s College World Series will expand to a nine-day event beginning in 2022, the NCAA announced on Wednesday. Tap below to read the article by Alex Scarborough for ESPN.
- [Giants' Will Bednar Notches first promotion](https://leftfieldlounge.com/giants-will-bednar-notches-first-promotion/): Looks like the “Man from Mars” Will Bednar has been promoted by the San Francisco Giants already. Tap below to read the article by CBSSports
- [Florida Atlantic QB N’Kosi Perry signs name, image and likeness deal with alcohol company](https://leftfieldlounge.com/florida-atlantic-qb-nkosi-perry-signs-name-image-and-likeness-deal-with-alcohol-company/): FAU QB is first athlete to sign NIL deal with an alcohol company. Tap below to read the story by Scooby Axson for the USAToday
- [The NFL’s TSA experience: Some teams will require COVID documentation before stadium entry](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-nfls-tsa-experience-some-teams-will-require-covid-documentation-before-stadium-entry/): Another NFL team is requiring Covid-19 documentation to enter their stadium. Will NCAA teams do the same? Who knows. Tap below to read the article by Charles Robinson for Yahoo Sports
- [FTX exchange gets naming rights to Berkeley stadium as crypto, NCAA football collide](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ftx-exchange-gets-naming-rights-to-berkeley-stadium-as-crypto-ncaa-football-collide/): Stadium naming rights at Cal Berkeley go crypto. What’s next? Tap below to read the article by Dani Romero from Yahoo Finance.
- [Legendary USC star FB Sam 'Bam' Cunningham, credited with role of integrating football in South, dies at 71](https://leftfieldlounge.com/legendary-usc-star-fb-sam-bam-cunningham-credited-with-role-of-integrating-football-in-south-dies-at-71/): RIP Sam “Bam” Cunningham. Watched him play for USC and the Patriots. Hard runner who never let up. Tap below to read the article by Barrett Sallee of CBSSports.
- [The best 2022 college Draft prospects are ...](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-best-2022-college-draft-prospects-are/): Ran across this article by Jim Callis for MLB.com mentioning two Diamond Dogs as top 20 draft prospects for next year’s draft. Who? Tap below to check it out!
- [Kirby Smart 'concerned' as Georgia football program deals with spike of COVID-19 cases](https://leftfieldlounge.com/kirby-smart-concerned-as-georgia-football-program-deals-with-spike-of-covid-19-cases/): Apparently Covid-19 is becoming a concern for Georgia football head coach Kirby Smart. Tap below to read the article by Marc Weiszer of the Athens Banner-Herald for the USAToday.
- [College Football Week 1 Results Show Potential Risk of NIL Deals](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-week-1-results-show-potential-risk-of-nil-deals/): Interesting article by Darren Rovell of the Action Network on NIL deals in college football. Tap below to read the full article.
- [McKenzie Milton's family, supporters had best view of QB's miracle return – 'I was really happy for him, but I was scared'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mckenzie-miltons-family-supporters-had-best-view-of-qbs-miracle-return-i-was-really-happy-for-him-but-i-was-scared/): Feel good story of the 2021 season…so far. Welcome back McKenzie Milton. Tap below to read the article by Pete Thamel of Yahoo Sports.
- [FCS wins vs. FBS teams: All-time victories, upsets, wins vs. ranked teams](https://leftfieldlounge.com/fcs-wins-vs-fbs-teams-all-time-victories-upsets-wins-vs-ranked-teams/): On the heels of SIX FCS upsets of FBS teams, including an upset of a top 20 team, here is the list of FCS upsets since 1979 brought to you by the NCAA. Tap below to check it out.
- [College Football Week 1 Takeaways: Alabama's Bryce Young is Heisman worthy; Clemson's tough road ahead](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-week-1-takeaways-alabamas-bryce-young-is-heisman-worthy-clemsons-tough-road-ahead/): Check out these thoughts on Week 1 of the college football season (even though some teams played LAST weekend) by Bill Bender of the Sporting News. Tap below to check it out.
- [Costly downside of guarantee games for Power Five emerges early in college football season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/costly-downside-of-guarantee-games-for-power-five-emerges-early-in-college-football-season/): It happens every year: some Power Five teams hands a supposed cupcake a million dollars to come to town for a beat down. Only the Power Five team is the one that gets beat down. Like yesterday. Tap below to read this write up by Steve Berkowitz for the USAToday.
- [How college football's star quarterbacks are managing NIL rights alongside on-field expectations](https://leftfieldlounge.com/how-college-footballs-star-quarterbacks-are-managing-nil-rights-alongside-on-field-expectations/): Name, image and likeness money is flowing, and QBs are unsurprisingly attracting plenty of it. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [Kansas students rush the field after 17-14 win over FCS opponent South Dakota](https://leftfieldlounge.com/kansas-students-rush-the-field-after-17-14-win-over-fcs-opponent-south-dakota/): Saturday college football season is back! Tap below to read the article by Nick Bromberg for Yahoo Sports.
- [Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin to miss opener vs. Louisville after breakthrough COVID case](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ole-miss-coach-lane-kiffin-to-miss-opener-vs-louisville-after-breakthrough-covid-case/): Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin will miss Monday night’s season opener against Louisville after testing positive for COVID, he announced on Saturday.  Tap below to read the article by Chip Patterson for CBSSports
- [Big 12 Conference selects four new schools to join league: BYU, Houston, Central Florida and Cincinnati](https://leftfieldlounge.com/big-12-conference-selects-four-new-schools-to-join-league-byu-houston-central-florida-and-cincinnati/): Looks like some more realignment in the Big 12. Tap below to read the article by Paul Myerburg for the USAToday.
- [GAMEDAY 2021 - La Tech vs MSU](https://leftfieldlounge.com/gameday-2021-la-tech-vs-msu/): Tap below to see all the gameday info provided by Mississippi State Athletics for the La Tech game this weekend
- [Pitt to Rename Head Coach Role After $20 Million Donation From Businessman Chris Bickell](https://leftfieldlounge.com/pitt-to-rename-head-coach-role-after-20-million-donation-from-businessman-chris-bickell/): That’s gonna be a mouthful to say every time they mention the head coach! Tap below to read the article writer by Michael Shapiro for SI.com
- [Jury Out On 1-Way Communication Devices](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jury-out-on-1-way-communication-devices/): Good article on using a one-way, in-ear communication device to call pitches in college baseball. Tap below to read the article by Lou Pavlovich, Jr of Collegiate Baseball Newspaper.
- [Big 12 expansion: League wants four teams with focus on BYU, Cincinnati, Houston and UCF, per report](https://leftfieldlounge.com/big-12-expansion-league-wants-four-teams-with-focus-on-byu-cincinnati-houston-and-ucf-per-report/): It appears as though the Big 12‘s expansion plans are coming into focus following the sudden departures of Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC this summer. Tap below to read the article by Barrett Sallee of CBSSports.
- [Rutgers-Temple opener postponed due to flooding from remnants of Hurricane Ida](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rutgers-temple-opener-postponed-due-to-flooding-from-remnants-of-hurricane-ida/): Piscataway Township tweeted that damaged caused by Ida wreaking havoc on the area has made travel for fans unsafe to Thursday’s original scheduled game. Tap below to read the article by Brad Crawford of 247 Sports
- [Texas A&M extends coach's deal for three years with significant raise](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-am-extends-coachs-deal-for-three-years-with-significant-raise/): Jimbo Fisher just signed a contract extension with Texas A&M, giving him 9 years for $95 MILLION dollars. Tap below to read the article from Barrett Sallee of CBSSports.
- [2021 ABCA Assistant Coaches of the Year](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-abca-assistant-coaches-of-the-year/): Congratulations to Mississippi State pitching coach Scott Foxhall being named ABCA Division 1 Assistant Coach of the Year! Tap below to red the full release from the American Baseball Coaches Association.
- [Urban Meyer admits players' vaccination status played role in Jaguars' roster cuts](https://leftfieldlounge.com/urban-meyer-admits-players-vaccination-status-played-role-in-jaguars-roster-cuts/): Hmmm….I don’t think you’re a college coach anymore, Urban Meyer. Big brother is always paying attention, and they will catch you. Tap below to read the article by Jack Baer for Yahoo Sports.
- [Nebraska donors keep sellout streak alive by buying remaining tickets for home game vs. Fordham](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nebraska-donors-keep-sellout-streak-alive-by-buying-remaining-tickets-for-home-game-vs-fordham/): Gonna be interesting to see if the Cornhuskers will be able to keep the sell out streak alive. Tap below to read the article by Shehan Jeyarajah for CBSSports.
- [Ohio State freshman QB Quinn Ewers signs $1.4M NIL deal](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ohio-state-freshman-qb-quinn-ewers-signs-1-4m-nil-deal/): Things are about to get really crazy with this NIL stuff. Tap below to read the article by Sam Cooper of Yahoo Sports
- [Sean Payton: Saints could be away from New Orleans for a month after Hurricane Ida](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sean-payton-saints-could-be-away-from-new-orleans-for-a-month-after-hurricane-ida/): Want to know what the Saints are thinking about doing in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida? Tap below to read the article by Jori Epstein for USAToday
- [From coach to QB: Former South Carolina graduate assistant Zeb Noland expected to start for Gamecocks](https://leftfieldlounge.com/from-coach-to-qb-former-south-carolina-graduate-assistant-zeb-noland-expected-to-start-for-gamecocks/): Now here’s something you don’t see every day! Tap below to read the article by Shehan Jeyarajah of CBSSports.
- [Superdome avoids major damage from Hurricane Ida; Saints' practice, Week 1 plans vs. Packers uncertain](https://leftfieldlounge.com/superdome-avoids-major-damage-from-hurricane-ida-saints-practice-week-1-plans-vs-packers-uncertain/): I guess in the NFL. the show must go on. Tap below to read the article by Jason Owens from Yahoo.
- [Oklahoma vs. Tulane game moved from New Orleans to Norman due to Hurricane Ida](https://leftfieldlounge.com/oklahoma-vs-tulane-game-moved-from-new-orleans-to-norman-due-to-hurricane-ida/): Tulane University has announced they are moving their football game with Oklahoma to Norman, OK in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. Tap below to read the article on CBSSports.
- [Was ESPN tricked into airing a 58-0 high school football blowout?](https://leftfieldlounge.com/was-espn-tricked-into-airing-a-58-0-high-school-football-blowout/): Make of it what you want. If ESPN chose to broadcast the game, they have no one to blame nu themselves. Tap below to read more.
- [SEC Establishes Event Cancellation Policies](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-establishes-event-cancellation-policies/): Well football season must be upon us, as the SEC has announced their Covid cancellation policy for sports. Tap below to read the release from the SEC
- [College football kicks off as pandemic continues. What we know about conference COVID policies.](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-kicks-off-as-pandemic-continues-what-we-know-about-conference-covid-policies/): College football kicks off this weekend amid a growing number of COVID-19 cases throughout the country and uncertainty on how the rise will impact games this fall. Tap below to read the article by Scooby Axson and Erick Smith of the USAToday.
- [Rehab start next on Hudson's comeback trail](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rehab-start-next-on-hudsons-comeback-trail/): Former Mississippi State baseball great Dakota Hudson rehabbing from Tommy John surgery. Tap below to read the article from MLB
- [2021-22 college football bowl predictions: How the postseason should break down](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2021-22-college-football-bowl-predictions-how-the-postseason-should-break-down/): Tap below to view the 2021-22 college football bowl game predictions by Erick Smith of the USAToday.
- [Mountain West COVID-19 Game Cancellation Policy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mountain-west-covid-19-game-cancellation-policy/): The Mountain West announced today its 2021-22 COVID-19 Game Cancellation Policy, which applies to all MW-sponsored sports. Tap below for the information.
- [College Podcast: Mississippi State's Chris Lemonis On National Title](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-podcast-mississippi-states-chris-lemonis-on-national-title/): If you have an hour or so, tap below to listen to this podcast from BaseballAmerica as they interview Mississippi State baseball coach Chris Lemonis.
- [Boston Red Sox ace Chris Sale joins Sandy Koufax as only pitchers with 3 immaculate innings](https://leftfieldlounge.com/boston-red-sox-ace-chris-sale-joins-sandy-koufax-as-only-pitchers-with-3-immaculate-innings/): Red Sox ace Chris Sale joined Hall of Famer Sandy Koufax as the only pitchers on record with three immaculate innings. Tap below to read the article from the USAToday
- [COVID vaccines will be required for N.C. State athletes to play road games](https://leftfieldlounge.com/covid-vaccines-will-be-required-for-n-c-state-athletes-to-play-road-games/): N.C. State will not allow athletes to travel or play in road games if they have not received a COVID-19 vaccination.  Tap below to read the article by David Thompson of the Fayette Observer
- [South Dakota ace Gavin Weir throws his second no-hitter in 2021 Little League World Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/south-dakota-ace-gavin-weir-throws-his-second-no-hitter-in-2021-little-league-world-series/): Two no-hitters in the Little League World Series? Whoda thunk it! Tap below to read the article by Claire Kuwana in the Sioux Falls Argus Leader for the USAToday.
- [Pac-12 announces conference baseball tournament for 2022](https://leftfieldlounge.com/pac-12-announces-conference-baseball-tournament-for-2022/): The Pac-12 has joined the ranks of most other conferences in holding a postseason college baseball tournament. Tap below to read the article from the Arizona Desert Swarm.
- [SEC's Greg Sankey, Big 12's Bob Bowlsby respond to Big Ten, ACC, Pac-12 announcing alliance formation](https://leftfieldlounge.com/secs-greg-sankey-big-12s-bob-bowlsby-respond-to-big-ten-acc-pac-12-announcing-alliance-formation/): SEC commissioner Greg Sankey and Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby have responded to Tuesday’s announcement of an alliance between the ACC, Big Ten and Pac-12 conferences. Tap below to read the article by David Cobb of CBSSports.
- [SEC expert picks 2021: Most overrated and underrated teams, projected order of finish, bold predictions](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-expert-picks-2021-most-overrated-and-underrated-teams-projected-order-of-finish-bold-predictions/): Taking a close, detailed and opinionated look at the SEC according to Barrett Sallee of CBSSports. Tap below to read the article.
- [The 'Alliance' shows how college athletics is at war with itself](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-alliance-shows-how-college-athletics-is-at-war-with-itself/): Looks like it’s gonna be “they said, they said” for a while. Tap below to read Dan Wetzel’s take on the new alliance by tapping below.
- [Acquired from White Sox in a trade, Konnor Pilkington fitting right in with RubberDucks](https://leftfieldlounge.com/acquired-from-white-sox-in-a-trade-konnor-pilkington-fitting-right-in-with-rubberducks/): Here’s a good article from the Akron Beacon Journal on former Diamond Dog Konnor Pilkington becoming a RubberDuck. Tap below to read the article.
- [Mississippi State baseball lands commitment from New Orleans transfer Amani Larry](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-lands-commitment-from-new-orleans-transfer-amani-larry/): Mississippi State baseball picked up another transfer Tuesday as University of New Orleans second baseman Amani Larry announced his commitment to play for the Bulldogs. Tap below to read the article by Theo Derosa for The Dispatch
- [Notre Dame baseball coaching search targeting Paul Mainieri after Link Jarrett's departure for FSU, per report](https://leftfieldlounge.com/notre-dame-baseball-coaching-search-targeting-paul-mainieri-after-link-jarretts-departure-for-fsu-per-report/): Notre Dame is targeting Paul Mainieri to return as the Fighting Irish’s head coach, according to a report Friday by Baseball America.  Tap below to read the article by Dean Straka.
- [NFL recommends indefinite suspension of no less than a year for Browns QB Deshaun Watson](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nfl-recommends-indefinite-suspension-of-no-less-than-a-year-for-browns-qb-deshaun-watson/): It looks like the NFL is ready to recommend dropping the hammer on Deshaun Watson. Tap below to read the article by Mike Jones for USAToday.
- [Ohio State AD Gene Smith: Schools being involved with NIL deals could help crack down on inducements](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ohio-state-ad-gene-smith-schools-being-involved-with-nil-deals-could-help-crack-down-on-inducements/): With the one-year anniversary of name, image and likeness coming Friday, one of its key influencers has a key suggestion: It might be time to allow schools to become involved with helping athletes arrange NIL deals. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [Twins pitching coach Wes Johnson leaving team midseason for same role at LSU, reportedly for huge raise](https://leftfieldlounge.com/twins-pitching-coach-wes-johnson-leaving-team-midseason-for-same-role-at-lsu-reportedly-for-huge-raise/): The Minnesota Twins are losing pitching coach Wes Johnson to the Louisiana State University Tigers, where he’ll serve in the same role. And he is getting close to a half million dollar a year raise. Tap below to read the article by RJ Anderson for CBSSports.
- [Jaden Rashada Reportedly Agreed to $9.5M NIL Contract With Miami Booster John Ruiz](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jaden-rashada-reportedly-agreed-to-9-5m-nil-contract-with-miami-booster-john-ruiz/): It would seem the NIL arena is getting crazier and crazier by the day. Tap below to read the article written by Scott Polacek for BleacherReport that talks about the Miami booster who has more dollars than sense.
- [New Curated Sports Site](https://leftfieldlounge.com/new-curated-sports-site/): If you are looking for a curated website that allows you to tailor content to your desire, then look no further than The Varsity Network. Choose between collegiate divisions, sports, conferences and teams. Tap below to check out this FREE site.
- [Who's going to the Women's College World Series? Experts make NCAA softball super regional picks](https://leftfieldlounge.com/whos-going-to-the-womens-college-world-series-experts-make-ncaa-softball-super-regional-picks/): A trip to Oklahoma City is just two wins away for eight teams in the NCAA Softball Tournament this week as the event enters super regional play. Tap below to read the picks from the USAToday.
- [DI Board of Directors issues name, image and likeness guidance to schools](https://leftfieldlounge.com/di-board-of-directors-issues-name-image-and-likeness-guidance-to-schools/): Board supports continued opportunities for student-athletes. Tap below to read the complete release from the NCAA.
- [College coaches, leaders share candid thoughts on future of NIL: 'We all feel like there's no rules'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-coaches-leaders-share-candid-thoughts-on-future-of-nil-we-all-feel-like-theres-no-rules/): The NCAA is expected to step in with an actual NIL policy, but is it too late? Tape below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [NCAA to soon pass name, image and likeness rules targeting boosters offering inducements to athletes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-to-soon-pass-name-image-and-likeness-rules-targeting-boosters-offering-inducements-to-athletes/): An expedited NCAA enforcement process addressing name, image and likeness rights abuses is expected to pass as early as Monday, sources tell CBS Sports. Tap below to read the article.
- [The Dude Effect: Experiencing Mississippi State’s Unrivaled College Baseball Atmosphere](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-dude-effect-experiencing-mississippi-states-unrivaled-college-baseball-atmosphere/): The largest on-campus stadium in the sport is the best place to watch a game. Well, other than Omaha. Tap below to read the article by Joslyn Stamp of SI For Kids.
- [Basketball player holding Miami, booster hostage, and it's the NCAA's fault | Opinion](https://leftfieldlounge.com/basketball-player-holding-miami-booster-hostage-and-its-the-ncaas-fault-opinion/): More on that Miami basketball player who says pay me more or I will leave. Tap below to read the OpEd by Dan Wolken of USAToday.
- [NIL agent says Miami hoops star Isaiah Wong will enter transfer portal if NIL compensation isn't increased](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nil-agent-says-miami-hoops-star-isaiah-wong-will-enter-transfer-portal-if-nil-compensation-isnt-increased/): Miami Hurricanes guard Isaiah Wong will enter the transfer portal on Friday if his name, image and likeness (NIL) compensation isn’t increased, his NIL agent, Adam Papas of NEXT Sports Agency, told ESPN on Thursday. Tap below to read the full article by Jonathan Givony and Jeff Borzello for ESPN
- [NCAA president Mark Emmert steps down with delayed exit after 12 years leading association](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-president-mark-emmert-steps-down-with-delayed-exit-after-12-years-leading-association/): The NCAA announced Tuesday that long-time president Mark Emmert, 69, is stepping down from his role with the association.  Tap below to read the article from CBSSports.
- [Govs make Baseball Coaching Change](https://leftfieldlounge.com/govs-make-baseball-coaching-change/): Congratulations to former Mississippi State pitcher, and former #FearTheBeard leader Trevor Fitts on being named interim head baseball coach at Austin Peay University. Tap below to read the release.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: vs. Ole Miss (Governor’s Cup)](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-vs-ole-miss-governors-cup/): Mississippi State and Ole Miss will meet for a fourth straight game to face off for the Governor’s Cup at 6 p.m. CT on Tuesday, April 26, at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Mississippi. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Cumbest Named SEC Player of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cumbest-named-sec-player-of-the-week/): Mississippi State outfielder Brad Cumbest has been named the SEC Player of the Week following his performance at the plate this past week. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [College football coaches eager to catch breath as transfer portal's May 1 deadline pauses roster churn](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-coaches-eager-to-catch-breath-as-transfer-portals-may-1-deadline-pauses-roster-churn/): The game has changed significantly with roster management becoming more difficult than ever. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.com
- [State To The Show Update: April 22](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-to-the-show-update-april-22/): Here’s the latest info on former Diamond Dogs in pro baseball. Tap below to see the article from the Mississippi State Athletics Department.
- [With NIL Money Comes an Inescapable Fact: Taxes Are Owed](https://leftfieldlounge.com/with-nil-money-comes-an-inescapable-fact-taxes-are-owed/): College athletes last July finally got the right to make money off their name, image and likeness (NIL). They also won something else: the headache of filing and paying taxes. Tap below to read the article by Brendan Coffey for Sportico.com
- [MSU-UAB Game Time Adjusted Due to Inclement Weather](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-uab-game-time-adjusted-due-to-inclement-weather/): Due to the threat of inclement weather increasing further into Tuesday evening, Mississippi State baseball’s midweek contest versus UAB has been moved up one hour to a 5 p.m. CT first pitch on Tuesday, April 12, at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. Tap below to read the release.
- [Dawgs Fall Short in Series Finale](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-fall-short-in-series-finale/): No. 30 Mississippi State (15-10, 3-3 SEC) dropped the series finale, 6-2, to Alabama (14-11, 2-4 SEC) on Sunday (March 27) at Dudy Noble Field. Mississippi State won the series over Alabama with walk-off wins on Friday and Saturday. Tap below to read the full release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Yeager’s Bomb Give Dawgs Walk-Off Victory In SEC Home Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/yeagers-bomb-give-dawgs-walk-off-victory-in-sec-home-opener/): No. 30 Mississippi State (14-9, 2-2 SEC) won its SEC home opener in dramatic fashion thanks to a 10th-inning walk-off home run by RJ Yeager to defeat Alabama (13-10, 1-3 SEC) by a score of 7-6 on Friday (March 25) at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the full release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State Powers Past Southern With Five Home Runs](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-powers-past-southern-with-five-home-runs/): No. 30 Mississippi State (13-9, 1-2 SEC) cranked out 15 hits, including back-to-back-to-back homeruns, to defeat Southern (4-16) by a score of 14-5 in the midweek matchup on Wednesday (March 23) at Dudy Noble Field. ap below to read the full release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: Southern](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-southern/): No. 30Mississippi State (12-9) will host Southern (4-15) in midweek non-conference action at 5 p.m. CT on Wednesday, March 23, at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. Tap below to read the full release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [MSU-Southern Midweek Moved To Wednesday, March 23](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-southern-midweek-moved-to-wednesday-march-23/): Due to the threat of inclement weather, Mississippi State baseball’s midweek contest versus Southern has been moved to Wednesday, March 23, with a 5 p.m. CT first pitch at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. Tap below to read the full release from Mississippi State Ath;etics.
- [Baseball ‘Dawg Talk’ Begins March 21](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-dawg-talk-begins-march-21/): Mississippi State head baseball coach Chris Lemonis will kick off the 2022 baseball edition of ‘Dawg Talk’ on Monday, March 21, from 6-7 p.m. at Uno Mas Starkville.  Tap below to read the full release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State Explodes for 20 Runs To Top Georgia In Series Finale](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-explodes-for-20-runs-to-top-georgia-in-series-finale/): No. 23 Mississippi State (12-9, 1-2 SEC) cranked out 18 hits, including six for extra bases, to defeat No. 10 Georgia (16-4, 2-1 SEC) by a score of 20-3 in the series finale on Sunday (March 20) at Foley Field. Tap below to read the full release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State Falls to Georgia in Walk-Off Fashion](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-falls-to-georgia-in-walk-off-fashion/): No. 23 Mississippi State (11-9, 0-2 SEC) fell to No. 10 Georgia (16-3, 2-0 SEC) by a score of 12-11 in a back-and-forth affair that ended in a ninth-inning walk-off for the Bulldogs from Athens on Saturday (March 19) at Foley Field. Tap below to read the full release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Drop SEC Opener at #10 Georgia](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-drop-sec-opener-at-10-georgia/): No. 23 Mississippi State (11-8, 0-1 SEC) fell in the SEC opener at No. 10 Georgia (15-3, 1-0 SEC) by a score of 11-0 on Friday (March 18) at Foley Field in Athens. Tap below to read the article from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Stinnett Named National Pitcher of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/stinnett-named-national-pitcher-of-the-week/):  One day after being named the Co-SEC Pitcher of the Week, Mississippi State’s Parker Stinnett has been named the NCBWA Dick Howser Trophy National Pitcher of the Week following a pair of standout performances for the Diamond Dawgs last week. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Stinnett Named SEC Co-Pitcher of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/stinnett-named-sec-co-pitcher-of-the-week/): Mississippi State pitcher Parker Stinnett has been named the SEC Co-Pitcher of the Week following his performance in a pair of wins for the Diamond Dawgs last week. Tap below to read the full release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Logan Tanner Named to Buster Posey Award Watch List](https://leftfieldlounge.com/logan-tanner-named-to-buster-posey-award-watch-list/): WICHITA, Kan. – Mississippi State catcher Logan Tanner has been named to the watch list for the 2022 Buster Posey National Collegiate Catcher of the Year Award, which is presented by the Greater Wichita Area Sports Commission. Tap below to read the full release.
- [MSU’s Clark, Johnson Shine in 11-2 Win Over Princeton](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msus-clark-johnson-shine-in-11-2-win-over-princeton/):  No. 23 Mississippi State (8-7) scored runs in six separate innings and used a 10-strikeout performance by starter Preston Johnson to take the series opener over Princeton (0-9) by a score of 11-2 on Friday (March 11) at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: Princeton](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-princeton/): No. 23Mississippi State returns home this weekend as the Diamond Dawgs host Princeton in a three-game series beginning at 4 p.m. CT on Friday, March 11, at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to view the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [MSU Baseball Game Time Change & LFL Servicing Info](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-baseball-game-time-change-lfl-servicing-info/): Please see the details below regarding the time change for baseball vs. Princeton. If you have questions, feel free to call our office at 662-325-3074 during normal business hours. Friday 3/11 Grandstand and left field lounge suite servicing @ 1p – 2p Gates open @ 2:30p First pitch @ 4p Saturday 3/12 Grandstand and left field lounge suite servicing @ 10a – 11a Gates open @ 11:30a First pitch @ 1p Sunday 3/13 NO suite servicing Gates open @ 11:30a First pitch @ 1p
- [Weather Forces Time Change for Princeton Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/weather-forces-time-change-for-princeton-series/): Due to weather, game times for Mississippi State baseball’s upcoming three-game home series versus Princeton (March 11-13) have been altered. Tap below to see the new weekend schedule.
- [MLB cancels another two series after negotiations with MLBPA break down again; Opening Day could be pushed to April 14](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-cancels-another-two-series-after-negotiations-with-mlbpa-break-down-again-opening-day-could-be-pushed-to-april-14/): Major League Baseball canceled two more regular season series Wednesday as its lockout neared Day 100, and players, teams and fans were left to ponder a 2022 season minus at least a dozen games on their schedules.  Tap below to read the article by Gabe Lacques for USAToday.
- [MSU Splits Midweek Series With No. 11 Texas Tech](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-splits-midweek-series-with-no-11-texas-tech/): No. 23 Mississippi State (7-7) dropped the second game of the Hancock Whitney Classic, 7-2, to split the midweek series with No. 11 Texas Tech (11-3) on Wednesday (March 9) at MGM Park in Biloxi. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [MSU-Texas Tech Game Moved Up To 3 p.m. Due To Weather](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-texas-tech-game-moved-up-to-3-p-m-due-to-weather/): First pitch for the second game of the Hancock Whitney Classic between No. 23 Mississippi State and No. 11 Texas Tech has been moved up from 5 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9, at MGM Park in Biloxi.. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [#23 Diamond Dawgs Down #11 Texas Tech in Biloxi](https://leftfieldlounge.com/23-diamond-dawgs-down-11-texas-tech-in-biloxi/): Parker Stinnett struck out a career-high 12 batters and the Diamond Dawg offense posted a 9-run fourth inning to lead No. 23 Mississippi State (7-6) to an 11-5 win over No. 11 Texas Tech (10-3) on Tuesday (March 8) at MGM Park in Biloxi. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Jackson State coach Deion Sanders has two toes amputated after foot surgery](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jackson-state-coach-deion-sanders-has-two-toes-amputated-after-foot-surgery/): Jackson State football coach and Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders recently had surgery on his injured foot which resulted in the amputation of two toes on his left foot. Tap below to read the article written by Scooby Axson for USAToday.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: vs. Texas Tech](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-vs-texas-tech/): No. 23Mississippi State will open a two-game midweek series against the No. 11 Texas Tech Red Raiders on Tuesday, March 8, at the Hancock Whitney Classic at MGM Park in Biloxi. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Falcons WR Calvin Ridley suspended at least through 2022 season by NFL for betting on games](https://leftfieldlounge.com/falcons-wr-calvin-ridley-suspended-at-least-through-2022-season-by-nfl-for-betting-on-games/): Alabama football has been taking a beating from it’s football alumni this year. The latest problem is Calvin Ridley being suspended for betting on football. Tap below to read the article by Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz for the USAToday.
- [Dawgs Drop Series Finale To Tulane](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-drop-series-finale-to-tulane/): No. 9 Mississippi State (6-6) dropped the series finale to Tulane (10-2) by a score of 5-4 on Sunday (March 6) at Greer Field at Turchin Stadium in New Orleans. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Fall To Tulane To Even Series At 1-1](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-fall-to-tulane-to-even-series-at-1-1/): No. 9 Mississippi State (6-5) fell to Tulane (9-2) by a score of 11-10 on a walk-off home run by Green Wave outfielder Ethan Groff in the bottom of the 10th inning on Saturday (March 5) at Greer Field at Turchin Stadium in New Orleans. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [MSU Bats Explode in 19-2 Victory Over Tulane](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-bats-explode-in-19-2-victory-over-tulane/): No. 9 Mississippi State (6-4) put on an offensive display and out-scored Tulane (8-2) by a score of 19-2 to take the opening game of the road series over the Green Wave on Friday night at Turchin Stadium in New Orleans. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [MSU Falls, 7-1, to Southern Miss in Pearl](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-falls-7-1-to-southern-miss-in-pearl/): No. 9 Mississippi State (5-4) fell to Southern Miss (6-2) by a score of 7-1 on Wednesday (March 2) night in front of 6,387 in attendance at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Mississippi. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [MLB Prospect Watch: Former closer Landon Sims has chance to position himself as top collegiate starter](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-prospect-watch-former-closer-landon-sims-has-chance-to-position-himself-as-top-collegiate-starter/): Mississippi State righty Landon Sims has the chance to position himself as the top collegiate starter in the class. Tap below to read the article by RJ Anderson for CBSSports.com
- [Rice Announces Endowment of Head Baseball Coaching Position](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rice-announces-endowment-of-head-baseball-coaching-position/): When José Cruz Jr. is introduced before Wednesday night’s baseball game with Baylor at Reckling Park, he will do so as the Bixby Family Head Baseball Coach thanks to an endowed gift by Bob and Betty Bixby. Tap below to read the article from Rice Athletics.
- [Dawgs Use Seventh-Inning Home Run To Down Grambling](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-use-seventh-inning-home-run-to-down-grambling/): No. 9 Mississippi State (5-3) used a seventh-inning home run by Brad Cumbest, while pitchers Jack Walker and Parker Stinnett combined for 16 strikeouts as the Diamond Dawgs defeated Grambling (2-5) by a score of 2-1 on Tuesday (March 1) at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the release from MSU Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: Grambling & Southern Miss](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-grambling-southern-miss/): No. 9Mississippi State (4-3) will close out an eight-game homestand this week as the Diamond Dawgs host Grambling in non-conference action at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, March 1, at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below t read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State Tops NKU to Secure Series Victory](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-tops-nku-to-secure-series-victory/): Mississippi State (4-3) starter Cade Smith put in another solid pitching performance and the offense powered two more long balls as the Diamond Dawgs took the series over Northern Kentucky (1-5) with a 7-2 victory over the Norse on Sunday (Feb. 27) at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the article from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Power Past NKU, 10-1, To Even Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-power-past-nku-10-1-to-even-series/): Following a stellar pitching performance by Preston Johnson and a trio of home runs, Mississippi State (3-3) evened the series against Northern Kentucky (1-4) with a 10-1 victory over the Norse on Saturday (Feb. 26) at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. Tap below to read the article from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Drop Game One to Northern Kentucky](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-drop-game-one-to-northern-kentucky/): Mississippi State (2-3) dropped the opening game of the series, 7-6, to Northern Kentucky (1-3) on Friday (Feb. 25) at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [NCAA loosens marijuana rules for college athletes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-loosens-marijuana-rules-for-college-athletes/): The NCAA said Friday that it was raising its allowable THC limits in its mandatory drug-testing program. Tap below to read the article by Nick Bromberg for Yahoo Sports.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: Northern Kentucky](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-northern-kentucky/): Want to know more about the Northern Kentucky series that starts tomorrow? Just tap below to read the release from MSU Athletics. PS, if you want to know what a Norse is, tap here!!
- [Athlon Sports College Baseball Top 25 Rankings for 2022](https://leftfieldlounge.com/athlon-sports-college-baseball-top-25-rankings-for-2022/): Here’s another Top 25 poll, this one from Athlon Sports and my buddy Eric Sorenson. Tap below to check out what the Stitchhead has to say about college baseball in 2022.
- [Left Field Lounge Schedule This Weekend](https://leftfieldlounge.com/left-field-lounge-schedule-this-weekend/): Reminder that servicing times in the Left Field Lounge will vary depending on game time, but gates will always open 90 minutes prior to first pitch. Servicing will take place an hour and a half before gates open and end 30 minutes prior to gates opening. For this weekend, the schedule will be modified slightly on Saturday due to an earlier start time for basketball.  Friday, Feb 25, Servicing at 12 p.m. – 1 p.m., Gates open at 1:30 p.m., First Pitch at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb 26, Servicing 9 a.m. – 10 a.m., Gates open at 12:30 p.m., First Pitch at…
- [Dawgs Take Down UAPB, 17-1, In Midweek Action](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-take-down-uapb-17-1-in-midweek-action/): The Mississippi State baseball team moved to 2-2 on the season after putting up 17 runs on 13 hits in a 17-1 run-rule victory over UAPB (0-4) in an early Tuesday matchup at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. Tap below to read the release from AC Thomas of Mississippi State baseball.
- [Weather Forces Time Change for Baseball Midweek](https://leftfieldlounge.com/weather-forces-time-change-for-baseball-midweek/): STARKVILLE – Due to the threat of inclement weather, Mississippi State baseball’s midweek contest versus UAPB has been moved up to an 11 a.m. CT first pitch on Tuesday, Feb. 22 at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. The game will be broadcast on SEC Network+. Tuesday’s game will also be carried on the Mississippi State Sports Network powered by Learfield along with a live audio stream via HailState.com/plus. Click HERE for a full list of the 2022 MSU Baseball Radio Affiliates.
- [What we learned from Mississippi State baseball's opening series vs. Long Beach State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/what-we-learned-from-mississippi-state-baseballs-opening-series-vs-long-beach-state/): Found this summary of the Long Beach State series from Andy Kostka of the Clarion Ledger for Yahoo Sports. Tap below to read the article.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: Long Beach State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-long-beach-state/): The 2022 season begins with a 2 p.m. first pitch on Friday, Feb. 18 at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the full release.
- [Assistant coach Malikah Willis resigns from Mississippi State women's basketball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/assistant-coach-malikah-willis-resigns-from-mississippi-state-womens-basketball/): Assistant women’s basketball coach Malikah Willis tendered her resignation from Mississippi State last week, ending a saga that began in late December. Tap below to read the article by Andy Kostka of the Clarion Ledger.
- [7 storylines to follow this college season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/7-storylines-to-follow-this-college-season/): We are mere days from college baseball’s opening day, as one of sports’ best-kept secrets gets ready to roll again. Games begin all over the country on Friday, so tap below to look at seven storylines to follow in the 2022 NCAA baseball season according to Matthew Leach for MLB. 
- [MSU Announces Several Fan Enhancements to The Dude](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-announces-several-fan-enhancements-to-the-dude/): The best stadium in college baseball is getting even better in 2022. Mississippi State’s Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium will re-open its gates on Friday with the Maroon and White faithful set to be greeted by a bevy of new in-house features to enhance the overall fan experience. Tap below to read the full release from Mississippi State athletics.
- [Proposals to drop test scores for incoming college athletes advance](https://leftfieldlounge.com/proposals-to-drop-test-scores-for-incoming-college-athletes-advance/): Divisions I and II have taken another step toward removing standardized test scores from initial-eligibility requirements for future student-athletes. Tap below to read the release from Saquandra Heath for the NCAA Media Center.
- [2022 Left Field Lounge Servicing Info](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2022-left-field-lounge-servicing-info/): Reminder that servicing times in the Left Field Lounge will vary depending on game time, but gates will always open 90 minutes prior to first pitch. Servicing will take place an hour and a half before gates open and end 30 minutes prior to gates opening.  There will be no servicing on Sundays.  Games at 1 p.m., Servicing at 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., Gates open at 11:30 a.m. Games at 2 p.m., Servicing 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Gates open at 12:30 p.m. Games at 4 p.m., Servicing 1 p.m. – 2 p.m., Gates open at 2:30 p.m. Games at 6…
- [Weather Forces Schedule Change for Baseball Season Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/weather-forces-schedule-change-for-baseball-season-opener/): The 2022 season opener for Mississippi State baseball has been moved up one hour due to weather and will now start at 2 p.m. CT on Friday, Feb. 18, at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [College Baseball Nation 2022 Preseason NCAA Tournament Field of 64 Projection](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-baseball-nation-2022-preseason-ncaa-tournament-field-of-64-projection/): The college baseball season is around the corner, and College Baseball Nation’s Preseason Field of 64 is here! Tap below to see their preseason projections. And no, Quinnipiac is not their field.
- [2022 Preseason Projected Field of 64](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2022-preseason-projected-field-of-64/): Division 1 college baseball has not even thrown out the first pitch, and we have our first “Field of 64” projection, this one from Joe Healy and Teddy Cahill of BaseballAmerica. Tap below to view the projection.
- [MLB draft prospects 2022: Ranking top 50 players in the class, with Termarr Johnson at No. 1](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-draft-prospects-2022-ranking-top-50-players-in-the-class-with-termarr-johnson-at-no-1/): MLB draft prospects 2022: Ranking top 50 players in the class, with Termarr Johnson at No. 1. Tap below to see the list by R.J. Anderson for CBSSports.
- [SEC generates $777.8 million in revenue in 2020-21, distributes an average of $54.6 million per school](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-generates-777-8-million-in-revenue-in-2020-21-distributes-an-average-of-54-6-million-per-school/): The SEC announced Thursday that it generated $777.8 million of total revenue during the 2020-21 fiscal year, which ended on Aug. 31, 2021. The revenue was distributed among the SEC’s 14 institutions $54.6 million per school excluding bowl expenses retained by teams that went to bowl games following the 2020 season. Tap below to read the article by Barrett Sallee for CBSSports.
- [2022 SEC Baseball Preseason Coaches Poll, Preseason All-SEC Team Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2022-sec-baseball-preseason-coaches-poll-preseason-all-sec-team-announced/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Feb. 10, 2022)—–Ole Miss has been predicted to win the 2022 Southeastern Conference baseball championship as voted by the league’s 14 head coaches in the annual preseason poll released Thursday. The Preseason All-SEC First and Second Teams were also announced. Six different schools received first place votes to win the SEC championship. Ole Miss led the way with four, followed by Arkansas with three, Florida, Mississippi State and Vanderbilt with two and LSU with one. Arkansas was predicted to win the SEC Western Division, while Ole Miss and Mississippi State tied for the second most votes. Vanderbilt was the…
- [These nine are potential starters for opening day](https://leftfieldlounge.com/these-nine-are-potential-starters-for-opening-day/): There are only nine days until the start of the 2022 Mississippi State University baseball season, and new and returning players will have the opportunity to shine yet again in front of the entire nation. Tap below to read the article by Elizabeth Keen for The Reflector.
- [College Baseball Foundation announces inaugural College Baseball Hall of Fame Power Poll](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-baseball-foundation-announces-inaugural-college-baseball-hall-of-fame-power-poll/): LUBBOCK, Texas – The College Baseball Foundation is proud to present the inaugural College Baseball Hall of Fame Power Poll, which will rank the top 25 teams in Division I college baseball each week. Tap below to view the inaugural poll. Hint: MSU is in it!
- [SEC Baseball Television Schedule Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-baseball-television-schedule-announced/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Feb. 9, 2022) —- A total of 89 Southeastern Conference baseball games are slated to be televised during the 2022 season by SEC Network, ESPN2 and ESPNU, it was announced Wednesday. Tap below to read the article and view the entire broadcast schedule.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set for 12 National Broadcasts in 2022](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-for-12-national-broadcasts-in-2022/): The Southeastern Conference and ESPN have announced the television coverage for the 2022 baseball season, with Mississippi State slated for at least 12 appearances on the ESPN family of networks.Tap below to see the complete Mississippi State TV Schedule released by the SEC.
- [These are the 10 best Diamond Dawgs of all time](https://leftfieldlounge.com/these-are-the-10-best-diamond-dawgs-of-all-time/): In the vast and glorious history of Mississippi State University baseball, some amazing players have come and gone, but if you put all those players together, what would you wind up with? Who would you start? Tap below to see the Best 10 Diamond Dawgs in the article written by Tanner Marlar of The Reflector.
- [Landon Sims set to lead ‘unproven’ rotation into 2022 season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/landon-sims-set-to-lead-unproven-rotation-into-2022-season/): Last year’s lockdown closer, Landon Sims is set to make a move from the Mississippi State bullpen to the weekend rotation, something he anticipated ever since coming to Starkville. Tap below to read the article by Theo DeRosa for the Columbus Dispatch.
- [Mississippi State baseball has a message for teams trying to dethrone the national champs](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-has-a-message-for-teams-trying-to-dethrone-the-national-champs/): Mississippi State returned from Omaha to a parade through the Cotton District with a trophy held high. But there’s an understanding that those moments of elation were left in 2021, and the 2022 players taking the field Feb. 18 against Long Beach State will begin a new quest — looking for their own history. Tap below to read the article by Andy Kostka for the Clarion Ledger.
- [10 DAYS UNTIL OPENING DAY AT THE DUDE](https://leftfieldlounge.com/10-days-until-opening-day-at-the-dude/): The Champs are back at The Dude in just 10 days and you can now update your calendar with game times for the Long Beach State series! Game 1: Friday, Feb. 18 at 3 p.m.Game 2: Saturday, Feb. 19 at 2 p.m.Game 3: Sunday, Feb. 20 at 1 p.m.Gates open 90 minutes prior to first pitch and we can’t wait to have the Dude Effect in full force again! Still need to purchase tickets to watch the Diamond Dawgs this season? Check out the available ticket options for the 2022 season: GA Season Tickets: $240GA Single Game Tickets: $5 – $15GAFlex…
- [Jonathan Holder eyes return to MLB after injury](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jonathan-holder-eyes-return-to-mlb-after-injury/): Former Mississippi State pitching great Jonathan Holder is ready to get back in the big leagues. After an impressive 2020 with the Yankees, Holder reached a deal with the Chicago Cubs in December of 2020 before an injury sidelined him for practically the entire 2021 season. Tap below to see the article by Blake Brannon for WLOX TV.
- [TEXAS TOPS 2022 PRESEASON NCBWA POLL](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-tops-2022-preseason-ncbwa-poll/): The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association continues its tradition of NCAA Division I polls for the 25th year with its 2022 inaugural and weekly surveys, and Texas rates No. 1 in the preseason poll ahead of No. 2 Vanderbilt and No. 3 Mississippi State. Tap below to read the article and see the NCBWA Top 35 Preseason Poll.
- [Alabama's Nick Saban laments NIL bidding war for recruits: 'That's where I draw the line'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/alabamas-nick-saban-laments-nil-bidding-war-for-recruits-thats-where-i-draw-the-line/): When college football coaches get together nowadays, the issues of the transfer portal and Name Image and Likeness dominate the conversations.  It was no different at the Senior Bowl on Tuesday night.  Tap below to read the article by Bill Trocchi for The Sporting News.
- [As the Transfer Portal Overflows, the Search for Solutions Is On](https://leftfieldlounge.com/as-the-transfer-portal-overflows-the-search-for-solutions-is-on/): NCAA changes have essentially created year-round free agency in college football, bringing its own set of ramifications. As National Signing Day arrived with an overflowing portal, there were more transfers than there were open scholarship spots. Tap below to read the article by Ross Dellenger for Sports Illustrated.
- [NCBWA ANNOUNCES 2022 PRESEASON DIVISION I ALL-AMERICA TEAM](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncbwa-announces-2022-preseason-division-i-all-america-team/): Another day, another preseason honor for Diamond Dogs Landon Sims and Logan Tanner. Tap below to see the NCBWA Preseason All Americans.
- [NCAA rules committee exploring changes to limit faked injuries in college football](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-rules-committee-exploring-changes-to-limit-faked-injuries-in-college-football/): Concern over faking injuries has become such a prominent issue in college football that it has risen to the top of the agenda going into the next rules committee meeting. Tap below to read the article by Nicole Auerbach for The Athletic.
- [Inside the world of 'collectives' using name, image and likeness to pay college athletes, influence programs](https://leftfieldlounge.com/inside-the-world-of-collectives-using-name-image-and-likeness-to-pay-college-athletes-influence-programs/): NIL rights have opened up a whole new world for boosters and would-be influencers. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [Dabo Swinney doubles down on beef with NIL, paying college athletes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dabo-swinney-doubles-down-on-beef-with-nil-paying-college-athletes/): Dabo Swinney worries that college football is straying too far from the student-athlete and creeping into professionalism, which would change the dynamic of college athletics entirely in the coming years. Tap below to read the full article by Brad Crawford for 247 Sports.
- [Johnson's role could increase on mound with MSU baseball this spring](https://leftfieldlounge.com/johnsons-role-could-increase-on-mound-with-msu-baseball-this-spring/): In the 2021 national championship run for the Bulldogs, Preston Johnson had some key performances on the mound in the College World Series. Tap below to read the article by Danny P. Smith of the Starkville Daily News on what to possibly expect this year
- [Lack of detailed NIL rules challenges NCAA enforcement](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lack-of-detailed-nil-rules-challenges-ncaa-enforcement/): As the market for college athlete to earn money off their names, images and likenesses rapidly evolves, NCAA enforcement is faced with the tricky task of trying to police activities currently unregulated by detailed, uniform rules. Tap below to read the article by Ralph Russo for the AP News.
- [J.R. Smith, former NBA star turned college golfer, signs with agency for NIL deals](https://leftfieldlounge.com/j-r-smith-former-nba-star-turned-college-golfer-signs-with-agency-for-nil-deals/): J.R. Smith, who is a freshman golfer at North Carolina A&T, has signed a deal with Excel Sports for NIL representation. Not bad for a guy who earned over $90M during his NBA career. Tap below to read the article by Chris Bengel for CBSSports.
- [Hunt heirs announce new NIL organization; JD Notae is first signee](https://leftfieldlounge.com/hunt-heirs-announce-new-nil-organization-jd-notae-is-first-signee/): Heirs of the global trucking company J.B. Hunt Transport Services in Lowell, AR announced Wednesday (Jan. 26) a new organization they hope will guide college athletes in the new era that allows them to profit from their name, image and likeness (NIL). Tap below to read the article by Paul Gatling for TalkBusiness.net
- [College World Series: NCAA announces game times, ticket information](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-world-series-ncaa-announces-game-times-ticket-information/): The NCAA announced Wednesday this year’s College World Series schedule, which will include two sets of weekend games, with finals starting Saturday, June 25. Tap below to read the article by Gina Dvorak of WOWT in Omaha.
- [Bonds, Clemens, Sosa and Schilling Shut Out by Hall in Final Year on Ballot](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bonds-clemens-sosa-and-schilling-shut-out-by-hall-in-final-year-on-ballot/): Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, Sammy Sosa and Curt Schilling all fell short of the 75% threshold for induction to the Baseball Hall of Fame in what was their 10th and final year on the writers’s ballot. Tap below to read the article by Nick Selbe of Sports Illustrated.
- [Free Big League Youth Baseball Fundamentals Camp February 5th](https://leftfieldlounge.com/free-big-league-youth-baseball-fundamentals-camp-february-5th/): Former Mississippi State pitching great and current MLB star Jonathan Holder will be hosting the Big League Youth Baseball Fundamentals Baseball Camp in Gulfport on February 5. Tap below for information about the camp.
- [Monday Profile: Former MSU baseball player helps host Frostbite races](https://leftfieldlounge.com/monday-profile-former-msu-baseball-player-helps-host-frostbite-races/): The overnight low in Starkville was 18 degrees, but Brad Jones was out on Main Street at 5 a.m. Saturday morning, getting ready for the Frostbite Half-Marathon, 10K and 5K races. Tap the link below to read the article by Tom Rysinski for The Dispatch.
- [Preseason SEC Baseball Predictions: Who Will Finish At the Top?](https://leftfieldlounge.com/preseason-sec-baseball-predictions-who-will-finish-at-the-top/): The 2022 baseball season is set to begin in less than a month, and 14 teams are all vying to make it to the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. Tap below to read the SEC projections from Elizabeth Keen of Cowbell Corner.
- [Air Raid evolution: Pioneering offense passes test of time](https://leftfieldlounge.com/air-raid-evolution-pioneering-offense-passes-test-of-time/): Mike Leach settles into a leather chair in his office overlooking Mississippi State’s practice field after a routine spring session with his team and is asked to give a status report on the Air Raid offense. Tap below to read the article by Ralph D. Russo of AP Sports.
- [Cowbell Yell Set For Sept. 1 Inside Davis Wade Stadium](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cowbell-yell-set-for-sept-1-inside-davis-wade-stadium/): Bulldog football students and fans are invited to kick off the season inside Davis Wade Stadium at 9 p.m. CT on Thursday, Sept. 1 with Mississippi State’s 11th annual Cowbell Yell. Tap below for more info.
- [College Football Expansion Top 10 Candidates From Group of Five Conferences](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-expansion-top-10-candidates-from-group-of-five-conferences/): With the Big Ten expanding with USC and UCLA, and the Pac-12 scrambling as we speak to keep what it has and figure out other options, who’s available? Tap below to read the article by Pete Fiutak for College Football News..
- [Jacksonville State's Rich Rodriguez accuses Stephen F. Austin of spying on practices ahead of match-up: 'We're making plans accordingly'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jacksonville-states-rich-rodriguez-accuses-stephen-f-austin-of-spying-on-practices-ahead-of-match-up-were-making-plans-accordingly/): First-year Jacksonville State coach Rich Rodriguez on Tuesday accused the Gamecocks’ Week 1 opponent, Stephen F. Austin, of spying on their practices. Tap below to read the article by Zac Al-Khateeb for The Sporting News
- [SEC expert picks 2022: Most overrated and underrated teams, projected order of finish, bold predictions](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-expert-picks-2022-most-overrated-and-underrated-teams-projected-order-of-finish-bold-predictions/): Taking a close, detailed and opinionated look at the SEC. Tap below to read the article by Barrett Sallee for CBSSports.
- [MLB teams to play all 29 opponents under ’23 balanced sked](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-teams-to-play-all-29-opponents-under-23-balanced-sked/): Every major league team will play each other in the same season for the first time next year as the sport switches to its first balanced schedule since 2000.
- [Nick Saban contract extension: Alabama coach regains highest-paid spot with deal worth $93.6 million](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nick-saban-contract-extension-alabama-coach-regains-highest-paid-spot-with-deal-worth-93-6-million/): Nick Saban’s new contract moves him past Georgia’s Kirby Smart for the top salary for a college football coach. Tap below to read the article by Shehan Jeyarajah for CBSSports.
- [ESPN releases bowl projections for every game and College Football Playoff](https://leftfieldlounge.com/espn-releases-bowl-projections-for-every-game-and-college-football-playoff/): ESPN college football reporters Kyle Bonagura and Mark Schlabach present their preseason bowl projections. Tap below to read the projections.
- [Paul Finebaum explains what the Big Ten's media rights deal means for the SEC](https://leftfieldlounge.com/paul-finebaum-explains-what-the-big-tens-media-rights-deal-means-for-the-sec/): The Big Ten conference announced their ground breaking media rights deal with multiple networks such as CBS, FOX, NBC and NBC’s Peacock last week set to make upwards of $7 billion dollars for the conference. A deal like this made some wonder where that leaves the powerhouse SEC, and college football insider Paul Finebaum answered just that on a recent episode of McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning.
- [SEC leaning toward nine-game football league schedule, which 'not only adds value for TV, but protects season-ticket sales'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-leaning-toward-nine-game-football-league-schedule-which-not-only-adds-value-for-tv-but-protects-season-ticket-sales/): There is mounting momentum among SEC schools to go from eight conference games to nine in football once Oklahoma and Texas join the league, sources told ESPN. Tap below to read the report from Chris Low of ESPN.
- [Inside a Busy Summer for College Coaches in the Transfer Portal](https://leftfieldlounge.com/inside-a-busy-summer-for-college-coaches-in-the-transfer-portal/): The word of the summer, at least as far as college baseball coaches are concerned, was “busy.” Some of that is a full-bore return to in-person recruiting, which had coaches once again traversing the country in search of college baseball’s next generation of stars. Tap below to read the article by Joe Healy for BaseballAmerica.
- [NCAA Tweaks Rules for Targeting, Fake Injuries Ahead of 2022 CFB Season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-tweaks-rules-for-targeting-fake-injuries-ahead-of-2022-cfb-season/): The NCAA is instituting a number of rule changes for the upcoming college football season. Tap below to read the reports by Scott Polacek for BleacherReport.
- [Introducing HailState+, A New Premium Content Platform](https://leftfieldlounge.com/introducing-hailstate-a-new-premium-content-platform/): Mississippi State Athletics is partnering with Sport & Story to launch HailState+, a subscription streaming platform featuring original storytelling content. Tap below to read the article.
- [Blocking UCLA's move to Big Ten could have massive fallout for UC regents](https://leftfieldlounge.com/blocking-uclas-move-to-big-ten-could-have-massive-fallout-for-uc-regents/): Any attempt by the University of California regents to block UCLA’s move to the Big Ten could endanger the way the governing body does business, according to a longtime observer of the regents experienced with their inner workings. Tap below to read the article by Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times.
- [Deshaun Watson settles case with NFL: QB suspended 11 games and hit with hefty fine after out deal](https://leftfieldlounge.com/deshaun-watson-settles-case-with-nfl-qb-suspended-11-games-and-hit-with-hefty-fine-after-out-deal/): CBS Sports NFL Insiders Josina Anderson and Jonathan Jones have reported that Watson will be suspended for 11 games. Tap below to read the report by John Breech of CSBSports.
- [Cardinals notebook: Dakota Hudson slated to rejoin rotation Saturday in Arizona](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cardinals-notebook-dakota-hudson-slated-to-rejoin-rotation-saturday-in-arizona/): The Cardinals’ pitching rotation is set through next Monday, at least, with manager Oliver Marmol’s announcement Tuesday that Dakota Hudson, bypassed for the Colorado series, would start Saturday in Arizona. Tap below to read the article by Rick Hummel of St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
- [College Football Playoff's board discusses possibility, potential of restructuring how college football is governed, sources say](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-playoffs-board-discusses-possibility-potential-of-restructuring-how-college-football-is-governed-sources-say/): The 11 college presidents and chancellors who make up the College Football Playoff’s Board of Managers met via Zoom on Monday and began a discussion that could reshape the future of college sports, sources told ESPN. Tap below to read the article by Pete Thamel for ESPN
- [College football teams that might surprise in 2022](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-teams-that-might-surprise-in-2022/): As we approach the 2022 season, here are 20 teams that could turn heads — for the better. Tap below to read the article from Jeff Mezydlo from Yardbarker.
- [OSU's Mike Gundy blasts Oklahoma and Texas for SEC move: 'That's why they did it...all for the money'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/osus-mike-gundy-blasts-oklahoma-and-texas-for-sec-move-thats-why-they-did-it-all-for-the-money/): Mike Gundy is one heck of a quote.  He’s no Mike Leach, but Oklahoma State’s head coach has provided some exceptional sound over the years. Tap below to read the article by Andrew Kulha for Yardbarker.
- [Frost, Harsin among coaches in precarious spot](https://leftfieldlounge.com/frost-harsin-among-coaches-in-precarious-spot/): Life comes at college football coaches fast these days. The unforeseen aside, there are a few coaches clearly in need of a turnaround to keep their current gigs. Tap below to read the article by Ralph Russo for the AP.
- [As another football season begins, a mental health crisis gnaws at the fabric of college sports](https://leftfieldlounge.com/as-another-football-season-begins-a-mental-health-crisis-gnaws-at-the-fabric-of-college-sports/): Mental health experts consulted for this story all mentioned that college is a time when minds, personalities and lives are being formed. Throw in the pressure of social media, relationships, even NIL, and the stakes are raised. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [Give SEC commissioner Greg Sankey an E6 with suggestion to expand NCAA Tournament](https://leftfieldlounge.com/give-sec-commissioner-greg-sankey-an-e6-with-suggestion-to-expand-ncaa-tournament/): In the spirit of Southeastern Conference commissioner Greg Sankey’s desire to take a “fresh look” at March Madness, here are some items we might be able to improve if we try really, really hard. Tap below to read the article by Mike DeCourcy for The Sporting News.
- [LSU QB Myles Brennan leaves program, retires from football](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lsu-qb-myles-brennan-leaves-program-retires-from-football/):  LSU football quarterback Myles Brennan has left the team and is retiring from football, the program announced Monday. Tap below to read the article from Koki Riley of the Lafayette Daily Advertiser for USAToday.
- [Cardinals prospect Chandler Redmond hits for home run cycle during four-homer, 11-RBI night](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cardinals-prospect-chandler-redmond-hits-for-home-run-cycle-during-four-homer-11-rbi-night/): Home run history was made Wednesday night at HODGETOWN Stadium in Amarillo, Texas. Chandler Redmond, a minor-league infielder with the St. Louis Cardinals, hit for the home run cycle. Tap below to read the article by Mike Axisa for CBSSports.
- [The Direction of College Athletics Hangs in the Balance](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-direction-of-college-athletics-hangs-in-the-balance/): Where has realignment taken college sports, and where could it be heading in the future? Our writer roundtable tackles the pressing issues. Tap below to read the article by Pat Forde, Ross Dellenger, and Richard Johnson for Sports Illustrated.
- [Conference realignment: Evaluating FSU, Miami for SEC, Big Ten](https://leftfieldlounge.com/conference-realignment-evaluating-fsu-miami-for-sec-big-ten/): With the latest round of conference realignment seemingly paused, this is a good time to try to see where Florida State and Miami stand. Tap below to read this evaluation piece by Matt Baker of the Tampa Bay Times for Yahoo Sports
- [Mississippi State Fan Fest Set for August 20](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-fan-fest-set-for-august-20/): Mississippi State will hold its new Fall Fan Fest and preseason scrimmage on Saturday, Aug. 20. The day will feature fun for MSU fans of all ages and a sneak peek at the 2022 Bulldog football and volleyball teams.  Tap below for more information.
- [NIT Moving From Madison Square Garden in 2023](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nit-moving-from-madison-square-garden-in-2023/): The National Invitation Tournament, whose history in New York can be traced all the way back to 1938, is leaving the Big Apple. Tap below to read the report Thomas Neumann for Sports Illustrated.
- [Padres star Fernando Tatis, Jr. suspended 80 games for PED violation](https://leftfieldlounge.com/padres-star-fernando-tatis-jr-suspended-80-games-for-ped-violation/): San Diego Padres superstar Fernando Tatis, Jr. received an 80-game suspension on Friday for violating Major League Baseball’s Joint Drug Agreement. Tap below to read the report by Matt Snyder for CBSSports.
- [The Other Side of the NIL Collective, College Sports’ Fast-Rising Game Changer](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-other-side-of-the-nil-collective-college-sports-fast-rising-game-changer/): The groups are well known for their recruiting influence and murky legality. But their impact extends to current athletes, too. Tap below to read the article by Ross Dellenger of Sports Illustrated.
- [Action clock modifications and other rule changes in college baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/action-clock-modifications-and-other-rule-changes-in-college-baseball/): The NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel on Thursday approved modifications to baseball’s 20-second action clock with runners on base for the 2023 season. Tap below to read the article from the NCAA.
- [Football coach Mark Stoops takes issue with John Calipari calling Kentucky a 'basketball school'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/football-coach-mark-stoops-takes-issue-with-john-calipari-calling-kentucky-a-basketball-school/): In his push for an extravagant new practice facility, John Calipari called the University of Kentucky a “basketball school.” Mark Stoops isn’t having it.   Tap below to read the article by Brooks Holton for the USAToday.com
- [Brent Rooker brings his right-handed power bat to the Kansas City Royals](https://leftfieldlounge.com/brent-rooker-brings-his-right-handed-power-bat-to-the-kansas-city-royals/): On Wednesday, the Royals called the 6-foot-4, 225-pound outfielder up to the majors prior to their game against the Chicago White Sox at Kauffman Stadium. Tap below to read the article by Lynn Worthy of the Kansas City Star.
- [Corky Palmer, who coached Southern Miss baseball to College World Series, dies at 68](https://leftfieldlounge.com/corky-palmer-who-coached-southern-miss-baseball-to-college-world-series-dies-at-68/):  Corky Palmer, a beloved figure within the Hattiesburg baseball scene and the coach of the 2009 Southern Miss team that reached the College World Series, died Wednesday.  Tap below to read the article by David Eckert of the Hattiesburg American.
- [Will we see 12-0 Alabama vs. 12-0 Georgia for SEC title game? Here's five potential roadblocks](https://leftfieldlounge.com/will-we-see-12-0-alabama-vs-12-0-georgia-for-sec-title-game-heres-five-potential-roadblocks/): Will Nick Saban and Kirby Smart square off in the SEC championship for the third time in five years? Is there anything that could get in the way of two 12-0 teams meeting in Atlanta? Tap below to read the article by Bill Bender for The Sporting News,
- [From Tennessee Vols to Texas A&M, 6 bold SEC football predictions that go against the grain](https://leftfieldlounge.com/from-tennessee-vols-to-texas-am-6-bold-sec-football-predictions-that-go-against-the-grain/): By this point in the preseason, group-think tends to occur. It can be difficult to separate your own predictions from the amalgam of other picks floating around. Tap below to read the predictions from Blake Toppmeyer and John Adams of the Nashville Tennessean.
- [A donor-run NIL collective is coming to USC football — against the school’s wishes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/a-donor-run-nil-collective-is-coming-to-usc-football-against-the-schools-wishes/): The Times has learned that a group of deep-pocketed USC donors and diehard fans are proceeding with their own NIL operation against the school’s wishes. Tap below to read the article by Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles Times
- [NCAA Baseball Rules Committee proposes action clock changes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-baseball-rules-committee-proposes-action-clock-changes/): The NCAA Baseball Rules Committee, during its meetings last month, recommended modifications to the 20-second action clock with runners on base. Tap below to read all the proposed rules changes.
- [A 10-game SEC football schedule? Make commissioner Greg Sankey's quip a reality](https://leftfieldlounge.com/a-10-game-sec-football-schedule-make-commissioner-greg-sankeys-quip-a-reality/): SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey said jokingly last month that the conference may bypass a nine-game league schedule in favor of 10 SEC games. Tap below to read the opinion by Blake Toppmeyer of USAToday.
- [Meet the Managers: Kat Wallace](https://leftfieldlounge.com/meet-the-managers-kat-wallace/):  Last fall, Kat Wallace put on a Mississippi State softball jersey for the first time and expected it to be her last time. She’d been asked to model one of State’s new uniforms for a photoshoot that would be used to announce the new look. And she looked the part. Tap below to read the article from Hailstate.com
- [Five Senators to Reintroduce Sweeping College Athlete Bill of Rights in Congress](https://leftfieldlounge.com/five-senators-to-reintroduce-sweeping-college-athlete-bill-of-rights-in-congress/): Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and three other Democratic senators are filing the newest version of the 2020 College Athlete Bill of Rights this week in Congress.  Tap below to read the article by Ross Dellenger for SI.com
- [Royals trade Cam Gallagher to the Padres for outfielder Brent Rooker](https://leftfieldlounge.com/royals-trade-cam-gallagher-to-the-padres-for-outfielder-brent-rooker/): The Royals have acquired outfielder Brent Rooker from the San Diego Padres for catcher Cam Gallagher, according to Dennis Lin of The Athletic. Tap below to read the article.
- [Braves, Austin Riley agree to 10-year, $212 million extension, giving him largest contract in team history](https://leftfieldlounge.com/braves-austin-riley-agree-to-10-year-212-million-extension-giving-him-largest-contract-in-team-history/): The Atlanta Braves on Monday announced that they have signed third baseman Austin Riley to a 10-year, $212 million contract extension — the largest contract in franchise history. Tap below to read the article by Dayn Perry of CBSSports.
- [Auburn baseball announces changes to coaching staff](https://leftfieldlounge.com/auburn-baseball-announces-changes-to-coaching-staff/): Auburn baseball and head coach Butch Thompson announced changes to the coaching staff Monday, including the addition of pitching coach Daron Schoenrock. Tap below to read the article.
- [Texas A&M star WR Ainias Smith back with team after DWI, gun charges dropped, per reports](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-am-star-wr-ainias-smith-back-with-team-after-dwi-gun-charges-dropped-per-reports/): Charges from a DWI stop earlier this month have reportedly been dropped and Smith is no longer suspended. Tap below to read the report by Chip Patterson for CBSSports.
- [He was college sports' 'Great Emancipator.' Now he sees 'utter chaos' in transfer madness| Opinion](https://leftfieldlounge.com/he-was-college-sports-great-emancipator-now-he-sees-utter-chaos-in-transfer-madness-opinion/): Tom Mars didn’t know much about the inner workings of college sports when he “entered the fray,” as he would say, as a disruptor to the NCAA’s outdated and often draconian restrictions on player transfers that forced them to sit out for a year as a penalty. Tap below to read the opinion piece by Dan Wolken for the USAToday.
- [College sports’ unlimited transfer rule unlikely to pass next week: Sources](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-sports-unlimited-transfer-rule-unlikely-to-pass-next-week-sources/): Unlimited free agency may not come to college sports as quickly as some expected. Tap below to read the article by Nicole Auerbach of The Athletic.
- [Bowl Projections, College Football Playoff Predictions: Preseason Preview 2022](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bowl-projections-college-football-playoff-predictions-preseason-preview-2022/): It’s bowl projection and College Football Playoff prediction season, when nothing is too crazy, all the speculation makes perfect sense, and all of it done with the joyful hope that the CFP calls aren’t even close – the chase is SO much more fun when teams outside the norm are involved. Tap below to read the preseason projections from College Football News.
- [Will Clark’s No. 22 to be retired this weekend by San Francisco Giants](https://leftfieldlounge.com/will-clarks-no-22-to-be-retired-this-weekend-by-san-francisco-giants/): New Orleans native and former Mississippi State star Will Clark will add to his collegiate and professional baseball honors this weekend by having his jersey No. 22 retired by the San Francisco Giants. Tap below to read the article by Richard Cuicchi for Crescent City Sports.
- [Auburn approves upgrades to Plainsman Park](https://leftfieldlounge.com/auburn-approves-upgrades-to-plainsman-park/): The Auburn University Board of Trustees approved on Tuesday the initiation of upgrades to be made to Plainsman Park. Tap below to read the article from OANow.com
- [The transfer portal is about to get even wilder when the NCAA allows players to transfer multiple times](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-transfer-portal-is-about-to-get-even-wilder-when-the-ncaa-allows-players-to-transfer-multiple-times/): Get ready to see athletes play for four schools in four years when the NCAA approves new transfer rules next month. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [Texans rookie John Metchie III diagnosed with leukemia, likely to miss 2022 season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texans-rookie-john-metchie-iii-diagnosed-with-leukemia-likely-to-miss-2022-season/): Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III announced on Sunday that he has been diagnosed with APL (Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia) and will likely miss the 2022 season. Tap below to read more info from Tyler Sullivan for CBSSports.
- [College football's first-year head coaches with the most to prove in 2022](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-footballs-first-year-head-coaches-with-the-most-to-prove-in-2022/): The college football season is right around the corner, meaning we’ll soon get our first glimpses at some prominent head coaches at new schools. There are extremely high expectations for these coaches at some high-profile schools. Which of those coaches have the most to prove at their new jobs? Tap below to read the article by Sam Cooper for Yahoo Sports.
- [College football players group talks with Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren, demands include share of revenue](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-players-group-talks-with-big-ten-commissioner-kevin-warren-demands-include-share-of-revenue/): Sharing Big Ten Conference revenue with players is among a list of demands recently presented to the league by a college football players advocacy group. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [Tennessee receives notice of allegations: NCAA alleges 18 Level I violations under ex-coach Jeremy Pruitt](https://leftfieldlounge.com/tennessee-receives-notice-of-allegations-ncaa-alleges-18-level-i-violations-under-ex-coach-jeremy-pruitt/): The NCAA delivered its official notice of allegations to Tennessee on Friday regarding violations that allegedly occurred under former coach Jeremy Pruitt. Tap below to read the article by Barrett Sallee for CBSSports.
- [SEC predicted order of finish for 2022: Alabama picked to beat Georgia in conference championship game rematch](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-predicted-order-of-finish-for-2022-alabama-picked-to-beat-georgia-in-conference-championship-game-rematch/): The Crimson Tide received an overwhelming number of first-place votes to win the SEC once again. And yes, Vanderbilt got a vote for number 1. Tap below to read the article by Barrett Sallee for CBSSports.
- [Mountain West Schools Could Pay A Buyout of Up To $33 Million](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mountain-west-schools-could-pay-a-buyout-of-up-to-33-million/): The Mountain West is pretty static at the moment with no real need or urgency to go after teams to the conference, and there has only been speculation about if a Mountain West team could really help the Pac-12 if they expand. Tap below to read the article by Jeremy Mauss of Mountain West Wire for Yahoo Sports
- [SEC commissioner says Nick Saban ruined his day by attacking Jimbo Fisher, Deion Sanders](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-commissioner-says-nick-saban-ruined-his-day-by-attacking-jimbo-fisher-deion-sanders/): Southeastern Conference commissioner Greg Sankey appeared as a guest on “The Paul Finebaum Show” on Thursday, and offered up that Alabama football coach Nick Saban ruined his day by attacking Texas A&M football head coach Jimbo Fisher and Jackson State football head coach Deion Sanders with comments in mid-May. Tap below to read the article by Erik Hall of the Tuscaloosa News for Yahoo Sports.
- [Bo Jackson helped cover funeral costs for Uvalde school shooting victims](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bo-jackson-helped-cover-funeral-costs-for-uvalde-school-shooting-victims%ef%bf%bc/): Former Raiders and MLB star Bo Jackson revealed this week that he had donated to help cover funeral costs for the victims of the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, earlier this year. Tap below to read the article by Ryan Young for Yahoo Sports.
- [Georgia, Kirby Smart agree to massive new contract through 2013](https://leftfieldlounge.com/georgia-kirby-smart-agree-to-massive-new-contract-through-2031%ef%bf%bc/): On the heels of winning a national championship, Georgia head coach Kirby Smart has been rewarded with a new contract. Tap below to read the article by Sam Cooper for Yahoo Sports.
- [Texas A&M WR Ainias Smith suspended following arrest on DWI, weapon and drug charges](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-am-wr-ainias-smith-suspended-following-arrest-on-dwi-weapon-and-drug-charges/): Texas A&M wide receiver Ainias Smith has been suspended following an arrest early Wednesday morning.  Tap below to read the article from David Cobb for CSBSports.
- [Miami and coach Mario Cristobal are retiring the turnover chain](https://leftfieldlounge.com/miami-and-coach-mario-cristobal-are-retiring-the-turnover-chain%ef%bf%bc/): Miami coach Mario Cristobal confirmed Thursday at his ACC media days appearance that Miami would no longer be breaking out the iconic jewelry. Tap below to read the article by Nick Bromberg for Yahoo Sports.
- [SEC Media Days winners and losers: Mike Leach steals the show from Alabama on Day 2](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-media-days-winners-and-losers-mike-leach-steals-the-show-from-alabama-on-day-2%ef%bf%bc/): Fans and media gathered at the College Football Hall of Fame on Tuesday to watch Alabama, Vanderbilt, Mississippi State and South Carolina preview their seasons. Tap below to read the article by Nick Suss for USAToday.
- [Texas Tech football NIL deal, explained: 100 players to receive $25K each from Matador Club](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-tech-football-nil-deal-explained-100-players-to-receive-25k-each-from-matador-club/): According to a report from the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, an NIL collective called the Matador Club plans this week to sign 100 Texas Tech football players to a substantial one-year, $25,000 deal. Tap below to read the details.
- [Texas A&M's Ainias Smith, leading returning receiver for Aggies, arrested on DWI, weapon and drug charges](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-ams-ainias-smith-leading-returning-receiver-for-aggies-arrested-on-dwi-weapon-and-drug-charges/): Texas A&M wide receiver Ainias Smith was arrested by Texas A&M University police Wednesday morning and charged with DWI, unlawful carrying of a weapon and possession of less than 2 ounces of marijuana. Tap below to read the article by David Cobb for CBSSports.
- [Rachel Robinson, Jackie's widow and baseball's First Lady, is celebrating her 100th birthday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rachel-robinson-jackies-widow-and-baseballs-first-lady-is-celebrating-her-100th-birthday/): Rachel Robinson, widow of baseball trailblazer Jackie Robinson, celebrates her 100th birthday Tuesday. Tap below to read the article by Analis Bailey for USAToday Sports.
- [Why Will Rogers is competing for starting QB despite Mike Leach calling him Heisman candidate](https://leftfieldlounge.com/why-will-rogers-is-competing-for-starting-qb-despite-mike-leach-calling-him-heisman-candidate/): Among his viral moments, Mike Leach didn’t mince words when it came to Will Rogers — particularly when asked if the Mississippi State quarterback is a Heisman candidate. “I think so,” Leach said. Tap below to read the article by Stefan Krajisnik of the Clarion Ledger for Yahoo Sports.
- [Notre Dame targeting $75 million annual media rights payout in quest to remain independent](https://leftfieldlounge.com/notre-dame-targeting-75-million-annual-media-rights-payout-in-quest-to-remain-independent/): Power Five shoulder programming around Notre Dame games will be key to making such a deal happen. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [Could NIL deals end facilities arms race in college football? Alabama AD Greg Byrne weighs in](https://leftfieldlounge.com/could-nil-deals-end-facilities-arms-race-in-college-football-alabama-ad-greg-byrne-weighs-in/): Greg Byrne can’t say with certainty where two seemingly unstoppable forces – facilities upgrades in college athletics and donations funding NIL deals – will intersect, or what will happen when they inevitably do. Tap below to read the article.
- [The Matador Club NIL Collective signs entire TTU football team to 5-figure NIL deals](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-matador-club-nil-collective-signs-entire-ttu-football-team-to-5-figure-nil-deals/): The Matador Club – an NIL collective led by a group of prestigious Texas Tech alumni, is following through on their promise to empower Texas Tech student-athletes and promote civic involvement by signing the entire Texas Tech football team to five-figure NIL deals. Tap below to read the article from the KCBD.com staff.
- [NCAA Baseball Rules Committee Proposes Changes That Will Impact Mississippi State if Approved](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-baseball-rules-committee-proposes-changes-that-will-impact-mississippi-state-if-approved/): Pitch clock modifications and banning outside props are just a few changes that the NCAA Baseball Rules Committee proposed this week. Tap below to read the article by Elizabeth Keen for Cowbell Corner.
- [Never Too Early 2023 Top 25](https://leftfieldlounge.com/never-too-early-2023-top-25/): Here BaseballAmerica presents their Never Too Early Top 25 for next spring. Tap below to review the list.
- [With realignment, Florida State and Miami are about to be irrelevant in college football | Opinion](https://leftfieldlounge.com/with-realignment-florida-state-and-miami-are-about-to-be-irrelevant-in-college-football-opinion/): Miami and Florida State, two of the most storied programs in the deep South, are about to become irrelevant in college football. Tap below to read the opinion piece by Patrick Zier for Yahoo Sports
- [Reports: MLB to pay $185 million to settle minor leaguers' class-action lawsuit](https://leftfieldlounge.com/reports-mlb-to-pay-185-million-to-settle-minor-leaguers-class-action-lawsuit/): A legal battle spanning years over minor league player pay has ended with a nine-figure payout by Major League Baseball. Tap below to read the article.
- [ESPN+ to Hike Subscription Price Starting Next Month](https://leftfieldlounge.com/espn-to-hike-subscription-price-starting-next-month/): Beginning Aug. 23, the streaming service will cost $9.99 a month or $99.99 a year. Tap below for more information.
- [Baseball Rules Committee proposes action clock changes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-rules-committee-proposes-action-clock-changes/): The NCAA Baseball Rules Committee, during its meetings this week, recommended modifications to the 20-second action clock with runners on base, along with other changes. Tap below to read the release from the NCAA.
- [New Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark aims to rebrand league amid conference realignment, upcoming TV deal](https://leftfieldlounge.com/new-big-12-commissioner-brett-yormark-aims-to-rebrand-league-amid-conference-realignment-upcoming-tv-deal/): Brett Yormark hopes to use his branding and marketing background to increase the Big 12’s future TV value by making it “younger and hipper“. Tap below to read the article by Shehan Jayarajah for CBSSports.
- [SEC Media Days 2022 schedule, dates: Coaches, players set for four-day event in Atlanta](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-media-days-2022-schedule-dates-coaches-players-set-for-four-day-event-in-atlanta/): Six quarterbacks are heading to Atlanta, including Heisman winner Bryce Young. Tap below to read the article by Shehan Jeyarajah for CBSSports.
- [2022 MLB Draft: How a spike in pitching injuries and NCAA's NIL policy will impact this year's order](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2022-mlb-draft-how-a-spike-in-pitching-injuries-and-ncaas-nil-policy-will-impact-this-years-order/): Many big-name pitchers, like Landon Sims, have needed surgery in the last year. Tap below to see how injuries and NIL might affect the draft.
- [Why Bengals running back Trayveon Williams is teaching an NIL course at Texas A&M](https://leftfieldlounge.com/why-bengals-running-back-trayveon-williams-is-teaching-an-nil-course-at-texas-am/): Bengals running back Trayveon Williams is going back to school. This time, he’ll be in front of the students instead of among them. Tap below to read the article by Edward Sutelan for The Sporting News.
- [New In 2022-23: Student All-Sport Pass On Sale August 15, Basketball Student Section Relocation](https://leftfieldlounge.com/new-in-2022-23-student-all-sport-pass-on-sale-august-15-basketball-student-section-relocation/): For the first time ever, Mississippi State University students will have the option of purchasing an All-Sport Pass beginning Aug. 15 that will allow them admission to all ticketed home regular season MSU games across all sports. Tap below to read the full release.
- [SHAWN STIFFLER SELECTED AS NEXT IRISH BASEBALL HEAD COACH](https://leftfieldlounge.com/shawn-stiffler-selected-as-next-irish-baseball-head-coach/): Shawn Stiffler has been named the 22nd head coach of the University of Notre Dame baseball program. Stiffler turned the VCU baseball program into one of the most consistent programs in the country in his decade at the helm. Tap below to read the article.
- [SDS sources: SEC wants to end expansion race, stay at 16 teams](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sds-sources-sec-wants-to-end-expansion-race-stay-at-16-teams/): The preference of the SEC presidents is to not expand beyond 16 teams, multiple industry sources tell Saturday Down South. Tap below to read the latest article by Matt Hayes for Saturday Down South
- [What does Myron Rolle see when he looks at the current college sports landscape? Opportunity](https://leftfieldlounge.com/what-does-myron-rolle-see-when-he-looks-at-the-current-college-sports-landscape-opportunity/): Scroll back up to restore default view. What does Myron Rolle see when he looks at the current college sports landscape? Opportunity It’s been nearly 14 years since Dr. Myron Rolle — then merely Myron Rolle, All-American safety at Florida State — spent a Saturday morning interviewing for a Rhodes Scholarship before jetting to play for the Seminoles against Maryland that afternoon. Tap below to read the article by Dan Wetzel for Yahoo Sports.
- [Greg Sankey has the power to save college football. It's time to wield it](https://leftfieldlounge.com/greg-sankey-has-the-power-to-save-college-football-its-time-to-wield-it/): It’s time for SEC commissioner Greg Sankey to seize control of the sudden uncertainty in college football expansion with a definitive declaration. Tap below to read the article by Matt Hayes of Saturday Down South.
- [NCAA committee to recommend 60-day transfer windows for fall, spring sports](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-committee-to-recommend-60-day-transfer-windows-for-fall-spring-sports/): The NCAA is getting serious about tightening up the transfer process for student-athletes, unveiling a plan for 60-day transfer windows for fall and spring sports on Friday. Tap below to read the article by Nikki Chavanelle for On3 TransferPortal.
- [LSU's Drew Bianco, Son of Mike Bianco, Transfers to Houston](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lsus-drew-bianco-son-of-mike-bianco-transfers-to-houston/): Drew Bianco heads to Houston following his four seasons at LSU. Tap below to read the article by Cole Thompson of The Grove Report
- [Why Arkansas' Dave Van Horn said MLB Draft date is bad for college baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/why-arkansas-dave-van-horn-said-mlb-draft-date-is-bad-for-college-baseball/): Arkansas baseball coach Dave Van Horn wasn’t shy about his feelings regarding the 2022 MLB Draft.  Tap below to read the article by Christina Long for the Southwest Times Record
- [SEC coach rankings 2022: Brian Kelly makes strong debut, Kirby Smart ticks up after national title win](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-coach-rankings-2022-brian-kelly-makes-strong-debut-kirby-smart-ticks-up-after-national-title-win/): Want to see how SEC coach rankings 2022: Brian Kelly makes strong debut, Kirby Smart ticks up after national title win? Tap below to read the article by Barrett Sallee for CBSSports.
- [With conference realignment at the forefront, who are the most valuable college football programs?](https://leftfieldlounge.com/with-conference-realignment-at-the-forefront-who-are-the-most-valuable-college-football-programs/): With conference realignment just getting started, let’s take a look back at Forbes’ list from 2019 of the 25 most valuable college football programs. Tap below to read the article by John Williams of Sooners Wire for Yahoo Sports.
- [ACC, Pac-12 discuss 'loose partnership' that could include 'championship game' in Las Vegas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/acc-pac-12-discuss-loose-partnership-that-could-include-championship-game-in-las-vegas/): The ACC and Pac-12 have discussed what has been termed a “loose partnership” that could end the season with the conferences playing a “championship game” in Las Vegas. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [Mississippi State Baseball Named Nation's Best Program by NCAA Baseball Fans](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-named-nations-best-program-by-ncaa-baseball-fans/): The Diamond Dawgs have been hailed the most prestigious program in the nation over the last five years thanks to a long list of recent accolades. Tap below to read the article by Elizabeth Keen for SI Cowbell Corner.
- [USC and UCLA to Big Ten: What's next for Pac-12, Notre Dame, ACC, Big 12 with realignment just getting started](https://leftfieldlounge.com/usc-and-ucla-to-big-ten-whats-next-for-pac-12-notre-dame-acc-big-12-with-realignment-just-getting-started/): It’s now ‘anything goes’ in the world of major-college sports with teams and conferences facing uncertain futures. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [5 teams the SEC should target if they wanted to take expansion a step further](https://leftfieldlounge.com/5-teams-the-sec-should-target-if-they-wanted-to-take-expansion-a-step-further/): As you read this, a ‘Super-Conference’ may be in the works. Assuming every Big Ten team is safe, here are five teams that the SEC should look to bring in if expansion continues. Tap below to read the article by AJ Spurr for Yahoo Sports
- [USC, UCLA to leave Pac-12 for Big Ten in 2024: College sports begins its latest seismic shakeup](https://leftfieldlounge.com/usc-ucla-to-leave-pac-12-for-big-ten-in-2024-college-sports-begins-its-latest-seismic-shakeup/): A second round of power conference realignment in as many years is officially underway. USC and UCLA been accepted as the newest members of the Big Ten conference with league officials approving their membership Thursday night. Tap below to read the article by David Cobb of CBSSports.
- [Hatcher Finishes 2022 as National Leader in Hits and Doubles](https://leftfieldlounge.com/hatcher-finishes-2022-as-national-leader-in-hits-and-doubles/):  Josh Hatcher ended the season ranked first in the NCAA in both hits (109) and doubles (26). The KSU center fielder was a first-team All-ASUN selection and Collegiate Baseball Third Team All-American. Tap below to read the article by Michael Goss.
- [USC, UCLA looking to leave Pac-12 for Big Ten in 2024, though deal not yet finalized](https://leftfieldlounge.com/usc-ucla-looking-to-leave-pac-12-for-big-ten-in-2024-though-deal-not-yet-finalized/): Seems like the formation of super conferences is knocking on the door. Tap below to read the article by David Cobb for CBSSports
- [2022 MLB top 250 Draft Prospects](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2022-mlb-top-250-draft-prospects/): Just took a look at the MLB top 250 draft prospects for this year. Check out where Diamond Dogs Logan Tanner, Logan Sims, and Brad Cumbest rank. Tap below then type their name in the search box to read the MLB draft prospect.
- [MLB Draft 2022: Explaining bonus pool allotments, competitive balance rounds and more](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-draft-2022-explaining-bonus-pool-allotments-competitive-balance-rounds-and-more/): With the NCAA Transfer portal closing July 1, the next two important dates are the MLB Draft July 17-19, and the MLB signing deadline of August 1. Tap below to refresh yourself on the deadlines provided by Melissa Lockard of The Athletic.
- [10 way-too-early questions about the 2023 SEC baseball season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/10-way-too-early-questions-about-the-2023-sec-baseball-season/): Yes, the CWS just ended 2 days ago. But the too early projections and questions have already started. Tap below to read the article by Joe Cox for Saturday Down South.
- [US Appeals Court to Weigh NCAA Case Over Pay for Athletes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/us-appeals-court-to-weigh-ncaa-case-over-pay-for-athletes/): The NCAA hopes a federal appeals court will soon block a lawsuit that seeks to treat athletes as employees who are paid for their time. Tap below to read the article by the Associated Press.
- [Diamond Dawgs Freshman Class Ranked No. 2 by D1 Baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-freshman-class-ranked-no-2-by-d1-baseball/): According to D1 Baseball, the Diamond Dawgs have the second-best freshmen class. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [ER on the field: An inside look at how NFL medical teams prepare for a game day emergency](https://leftfieldlounge.com/er-on-the-field-an-inside-look-at-how-nfl-medical-teams-prepare-for-a-game-day-emergency/): The NFL requires all teams to have an emergency action plan, or EAP, for all player facilities, including practice fields. Tap below to read the article from CNN.
- [‘This gives a way to help bridge the gap’: How NIL benefits college baseball in Mississippi](https://leftfieldlounge.com/this-gives-a-way-to-help-bridge-the-gap-how-nil-benefits-college-baseball-in-mississippi/): Charlie Winfield of the Bulldog Initiative believes NIL is extremely beneficial to Mississippi universities. Tap below to read the article by Caleb Salers of Supertalk Mississippi
- [Florida could lose top recruit after massive NIL deal creates controversy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lorida-could-lose-top-recruit-after-massive-nil-deal-creates-controversy/): The University of Florida could be close to losing a top football recruit after a $13 million NIL deal has caused some controversy. Tap below to rad the report by Scott Thompson for Fox News.
- [Zac Selmon Named Athletics Director At Mississippi State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/zac-selmon-named-athletics-director-at-mississippi-state/): Mississippi State University President Mark E. Keenum today [Jan. 13] announced Zac Selmon as MSU’s new Director of Athletics. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State.
- [NCAA Council votes to limit eligibility for second-time transfers to curb ballooning portal usage](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-council-votes-to-limit-eligibility-for-second-time-transfers-to-curb-ballooning-portal-usage/): The NCAA Division I Council approved legislation on Wednesday to limit waivers for second-time transfers. Tap below to read the report from Shehan Jeyarajah of CBSSports.
- [PG Preseason Top 25 Rankings](https://leftfieldlounge.com/pg-preseason-top-25-rankings/): The first Top 25 of 2023 is upon us. Tap below to read the article by Vincent Cervino and Craig Cowart of Perfect Game.
- [In memoriam: Cliff Gustafson](https://leftfieldlounge.com/in-memoriam-cliff-gustafson/): Legendary Texas Baseball coach, College Baseball Hall of Famer and Texas Athletics Hall of Honor member passed away January 2, 2023. Tap below to read the report by the University of Texas.
- [Elgton Jenkins and Packers reportedly agree to $74M 4-year extension, 2nd highest for an NFL guard](https://leftfieldlounge.com/elgton-jenkins-and-packers-reportedly-agree-to-74m-4-year-extension-2nd-highest-for-an-nfl-guard/): Former Mississippi State football great Elgton Jenkins has signed a huge contract extension with the Green Bay Packers. Tap below to read the report from Callie Lawson-Freeman for Yahoo Sports.
- [Hailstate Baseball Camp for Women](https://leftfieldlounge.com/hailstate-baseball-camp-for-women/): Join the Baseball coaching staff for camps and clinics geared to improve your baseball skills. Tap below for information or to register
- [Mississippi State football's Sam Westmoreland honored in NFL's My Cause My Cleats](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-footballs-sam-westmoreland-honored-in-nfls-my-cause-my-cleats/): Preston “Stick” Rogers gave a tribute to former Mississippi State football offensive lineman Sam Westmoreland. Tap below to read the article by Stefan Krajisnik of the Clarion-Ledger.
- [Significant NLRB Move Will Aid Pursuit of College Athletes Becoming Employees](https://leftfieldlounge.com/significant-nlrb-move-will-aid-pursuit-of-college-athletes-becoming-employees/): The National Labor Relations Board’s Los Angeles Region plans to pursue unfair labor practice charges against USC, the Pac-12 and the NCAA as single and joint employers of FBS football players and Division I men’s and women’s basketball players. Tap below to read the article by Ross Dellenger for Sports Illustrated.
- [Volunteer D-I Baseball Coaches File Antitrust Suit Against the NCAA](https://leftfieldlounge.com/volunteer-d-i-baseball-coaches-file-antitrust-suit-against-the-ncaa/): In a lawsuit filed Tuesday, volunteer baseball coaches claim the governing body illegally sets their pay at $0. Tap below to read the article by Amanda Christovich of Front Office Sports.
- [Angels acquire slugging outfielder Hunter Renfroe from Brewers in exchange for trio of pitchers](https://leftfieldlounge.com/angels-acquire-slugging-outfielder-hunter-renfroe-from-brewers-in-exchange-for-trio-of-pitchers/): The Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday acquired outfielder Hunter Renfroe from the Milwaukee Brewers. Tap below for more info.
- [Brown's Olivia Pichardo makes history as first female player in NCAA Division I baseball history](https://leftfieldlounge.com/browns-olivia-pichardo-makes-history-as-first-female-player-in-ncaa-division-i-baseball-history/): Brown University announced Monday that it will have the first woman in the history of NCAA Division I baseball to be on an active varsity roster. Tap below to read the report by Lorenzo Reyes for USAToday.
- [A’s Claim OF Brent Rooker off Waivers from Kansas City](https://leftfieldlounge.com/as-claim-of-brent-rooker-off-waivers-from-kansas-city/): The Oakland A’s claimed outfielder Brent Rooker off waivers from the Kansas City Royals, the club announced. Tap below to read the release from MLB.com
- [Letter from LEAD1 proposes appointing COO of college football](https://leftfieldlounge.com/letter-from-lead1-proposes-appointing-coo-of-college-football/): Leaders throughout college athletics are considering appointing a chief operating officer of college football who would report to a proposed FBS football governing board. Tap below to read the article by Heather Dinich for ESPN.
- [Transfer Portal, NIL on collision course: 'I’m expecting total chaos'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/transfer-portal-nil-on-collision-course-im-expecting-total-chaos/): No matter how programs prepare, the Transfer Portal opens up in less than 20 days. Tap below to read the article Pete Nakos of ON3.com
- [Greg Sankey announces SEC planning to dissolve divisions once Texas, Oklahoma join league](https://leftfieldlounge.com/greg-sankey-announces-sec-planning-to-dissolve-divisions-once-texas-oklahoma-join-league/): Say goodbye to the two-division structure for scheduling, SEC fans. Tap below to read the report by Steve Samra for ON3.com
- [NFL takes drastic action: Browns-Bills moved to Detroit due to epic snowstorm set to hit Buffalo](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nfl-takes-drastic-action-browns-bills-moved-to-detroit-due-to-epic-snowstorm-set-to-hit-buffalo/): For the first time in eight years, the NFL has made the decision to move a regular-season game due to inclement weather. Tap below to read the report by John Breech for CBSSports.
- [Virginia RB Mike Hollins in Critical Condition After Charlottesville Shooting](https://leftfieldlounge.com/virginia-rb-mike-hollins-in-critical-condition-after-charlottesville-shooting/): Latest on the University of Virginia shooting Sunday night. Tap below to read the article by Ross Dellenger of SI.com
- [Virginia football shooting updates: Ex-player Chris Jones in custody for killings of three active players](https://leftfieldlounge.com/virginia-football-shooting-updates-ex-player-chris-jones-in-custody-for-killings-of-three-active-players/): Another sad day in college athletics. Tap below to read the report from CBSSports.
- [Live like Sam Westmoreland: Family carries legacy of Mississippi State football player](https://leftfieldlounge.com/live-like-sam-westmoreland-family-carries-legacy-of-mississippi-state-football-player/): Take time to tap below and read this article on Sam Westmoreland.
- [Raiders waive former 1st-round pick Johnathan Abram](https://leftfieldlounge.com/raiders-waive-former-1st-round-pick-johnathan-abram/): Safety Johnathan Abram, who was a first-round draft pick, was waived Tuesday by the Las Vegas Raiders. Tap below to read the report from Mark Anderson for Yahoo Sports.
- [Mississippi State Athletics Announces Important Game Day Information for 2022-23 Basketball Seasons](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-athletics-announces-important-game-day-information-for-2022-23-basketball-seasons/): Mississippi State Athletics Announces Important Game Day Information for 2022-23 Basketball Seasons. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Nike suspends deal with Kyrie Irving, cancels shoe release after antisemitism debacle](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nike-suspends-deal-with-kyrie-irving-cancels-shoe-release-after-antisemitism-debacle/): The consequences for Kyrie Irving are piling up after the Brooklyn Nets guard’s tweeting of an antisemitic video last week. Tap below to read the report by Jack Baer for Yahoo Sports.
- [Working group to focus on spectator incursion strategy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/working-group-to-focus-on-spectator-incursion-strategy/): A Southeastern Conference working group on event security will review and update policies intended to address post-game spectator incursion on competition fields and courts in the SEC. Tap below to read the report from the SEC.
- [Mississippi State Athletics Further Expands NIL Opportunities Through New Opendorse Marketplace](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-athletics-further-expands-nil-opportunities-through-new-opendorse-marketplace/): Opendorse has officially launched the Mississippi State Marketplace, a one-stop-shop, Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) hub for MSU student-athletes. Tap below to read the release from HailState Athletics.
- [NCAA rescinds guidance on midseason transfers that confounded coaches, compliance personnel](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-rescinds-guidance-on-midseason-transfers-that-confounded-coaches-compliance-personnel/): The NCAA on Friday rescinded a ruling issued earlier this week that appeared to shut down the transfer portal at the conclusion of the fall semester. Tap below to read the report from Dennis Dodd of CBSSports.
- [Coaches, compliance personnel confounded by NCAA ruling complicating transfers between semesters](https://leftfieldlounge.com/coaches-compliance-personnel-confounded-by-ncaa-ruling-complicating-transfers-between-semesters/): The NCAA has muddied the waters on players transferring between semesters. Tap below to read the report by Dennis Dodd of CBSSports.
- [Southern Miss Mourns the Passing of Golden Eagle Great Ray Guy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/southern-miss-mourns-the-passing-of-golden-eagle-great-ray-guy/): The Southern Miss family mourns today following the passing of Golden Eagle great Ray Guy, who died Thursday morning following a lengthy illness. Tap below to read the release from the University of Southern Mississippi athletics.
- [EMU's Scott Wetherbee Named to NCAA Baseball Committee](https://leftfieldlounge.com/emus-scott-wetherbee-named-to-ncaa-baseball-committee/):  Eastern Michigan University Vice President/Director of Athletics Scott Wetherbee has been named to the NCAA Division I Baseball Committee. Tap below to read the release from Eastern Michigan.
- [Michigan State suspends Tank Brown, Khary Crump, Angelo Grose, Zion Young](https://leftfieldlounge.com/michigan-state-suspends-tank-brown-khary-crump-angelo-grose-zion-young/): Michigan State suspended four football players on Sunday for their involvement in an altercation in the tunnel at Michigan Stadium on Saturday night after the team’s loss to Michigan. Tap below to read the article by Tom Van Haaren for ESPN.
- [MSU Alumni Association announces 2022 Alumni Fellows](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-alumni-association-announces-2022-alumni-fellows/): Former DiamondDog Ben Jenkins among 2022 MSU Alumni Fellows. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State.
- [ESPN’s Lee Corso Won’t Travel for ‘College GameDay’ at Jackson State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/espns-lee-corso-wont-travel-for-college-gameday-at-jackson-state/): For the third time this season, Lee Corso won’t be on the road with rest of the College GameDay crew.  Tap below to read the report by Zach Koons for SI.com
- [Orioles prospect season in review: Jordan Westburg](https://leftfieldlounge.com/orioles-prospect-season-in-review-jordan-westburg/): Coming soon to an MLB infield near you: Westburg was the O’s 2022 Minor League Player of the Year, and should be debuting early next season. Tap below to read the article by Andrea SK for Camden Chat.com
- [Vince Dooley, winningest football coach at Georgia, dies at 90](https://leftfieldlounge.com/vince-dooley-winningest-football-coach-at-georgia-dies-at-90/): Vince Dooley, the winningest football coach and long-time athletics director at the University of Georgia, has died. Tap below to read the report by Eddie Timanus for USAToday.
- [NCAA’s New NIL Rules Prohibit Schools From Negotiating Deals](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaas-new-nil-rules-prohibit-schools-from-negotiating-deals/): The NCAA’s latest “clarifications” to its name, image, and likeness policy — released in a four-page document on Wednesday — appear to mandate new rules that contradict previously acceptable NIL activities. Tap below to read the article by Amanda Christovich for Front Office Sports.
- [Fifth Ron Polk Ring of Honor Class Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/fifth-ron-polk-ring-of-honor-class-announced/): The fifth class of the Ron Polk Ring of Honor will see their plaques unveiled this spring when the trio of Mark Gillaspie, Ken Tatum and Tommy Raffo are enshrined as the 2023 class. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State athletics.
- [ESPN’s ‘College GameDay’ Reveals Jackson State as Week 9 Location](https://leftfieldlounge.com/espns-college-gameday-reveals-jackson-state-as-week-9-location/): College Gameday will forego its usual Power 5 destination and instead be on hand for iconic HBCU rivalry game in Week 9. Tap below to read the release from Zach Koons for Sports Illustrated.
- [Name, image and likeness lawsuit targets college sports TV revenue dating back to 2016](https://leftfieldlounge.com/name-image-and-likeness-lawsuit-targets-college-sports-tv-revenue-dating-back-to-2016/): Attorneys for the plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the NCAA and the nation’s top college conferences that challenges the association’s remaining rules regarding athletes’ ability to make money from their names, images and likenesses reiterated in a filing Friday night that athletes are entitled to a share of the billions of dollars in college sports TV revenue not only now, but also reaching back to 2016. Tap below to read the article by Steve Berkowitz for USAToday.
- [Behind the Scenes, and Closed Doors, That Led to College Football Playoff Expansion](https://leftfieldlounge.com/behind-the-scenes-and-closed-doors-that-led-to-college-football-playoff-expansion/): Mississippi State President Dr. Mark Keenum was instrumental in forcing the NCAA CFP expansion vote. Tape below to read the article by Ross Dellenger for Sports Illustrated.
- [Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame announces Class of 2023](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-sports-hall-of-fame-announces-class-of-2023/): The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame will induct a diverse class in 2023, including former Diamond Dog great Paul Maholm. Tap below to read the article by Rick Cleveland for Mississippi Today.
- [Here's the inside scoop across fall college baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/heres-the-inside-scoop-across-fall-college-baseball/): Tap below to read the release from NCAA Baseball.
- [Statement On The Death Of MSU Student-Athlete](https://leftfieldlounge.com/statement-on-the-death-of-msu-student-athlete/): Sad to hear of the passing of this Mississippi State student athlete. Tap below to read the official MSU release.
- [Diamond Dawgs Travel To Alabama For Fall Scrimmage](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-travel-to-alabama-for-fall-scrimmage/): Mississippi State Baseball will travel to Tuscaloosa this Friday, Oct. 21, to take on SEC Western Division foe Alabama in a fall scrimmage set at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. Tap below to read the release from MSU Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set For Fall World Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-for-fall-world-series/): Mississippi State Baseball will begin its annual Fall World Series on Friday, Oct. 14, at Dudy Noble Field. All three games of the series are open to the public and free admission. Tap below to read the release from MSU Athletics.
- [Texas A&M cancels practice after bomb threat cited Kyle Field, football complex as targets](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-am-cancels-practice-after-bomb-threat-cited-kyle-field-football-complex-as-targets/): Texas A&M was forced to cancel practice Wednesday due to a bomb threat, the school announced through its emergency management system. Tap below to read the article by Barrett Sallee for CBSSports.
- [Rob Manfred confirms automated strike zone is coming to MLB 'in one form or another'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rob-manfred-confirms-automated-strike-zone-is-coming-to-mlb-in-one-form-or-another/): We already know that Major League Baseball is going to look very different next season with a pitch clock, shift ban and larger bases. Tap below to read the report by Andrew Joseph for the USAToday.
- [Diamond Dawgs Announce Full 2023 Slate](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-announce-full-2023-slate/): Mississippi State’s full 2023 baseball schedule is now set. Tap below to read the release and see the entire schedule.
- [Texas reportedly spent $280k during Arch Manning's official recruitment visit](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-reportedly-spent-280k-during-arch-mannings-official-recruitment-visit/): The Texas Longhorns spared no expense in their pursuit of No. 1 overall recruit Arch Manning this summer. During Manning’s official recruitment visit to Austin in June, the university spent close to $280,000. Tap below to read the article by Tyler Greenawalt for Yahoo Sports.
- [Minor league baseball players officially join MLBPA in 'historic' move](https://leftfieldlounge.com/minor-league-baseball-players-officially-join-mlbpa-in-historic-move/): Minor league baseball players officially unionized Wednesday, joining the Major League Baseball Players Association after an arbitrator validated the union-authorization cards and MLB recognized the MLBPA as the players’ bargaining representative. Tap below to read the article by Jeff Passan of ESPN.
- [SEC Announces Georgia, Tennessee Schedule Adjustments](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-announces-georgia-tennessee-schedule-adjustments/): The Southeastern Conference has directed the University of Georgia and the University of Tennessee to postpone scheduled football games versus Oklahoma. Tap below to read the release from the SEC Office.
- [NCAA tells schools to withdraw recent transfer portal entries](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-tells-schools-to-withdraw-recent-transfer-portal-entries/): The NCAA has informed schools to withdraw portal entries that have been created since the NCAA Board of Directors approved the transfer portal windows Aug. 31. Tap below to read the report from Matt Zenitz of ON3 Transfer Portal.
- [2023 SEC Baseball Schedule Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2023-sec-baseball-schedule-announced/): The Southeastern Conference on Wednesday announced conference baseball schedules for all 14 SEC schools for the 2023 season. Tap below to read the release from the SEC Office.
- [Diamond Dawgs Announce 2023 SEC Slate](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-announce-2023-sec-slate/): The Southeastern Conference portion of the schedule is now set for Mississippi State baseball, it was announced by the league office on Wednesday (Sept. 14). Tape below to read the article from HailState.com
- [Cowboys' Dak Prescott reportedly out 6-8 weeks, will have surgery after suffering hand injury](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cowboys-dak-prescott-reportedly-out-6-8-weeks-will-have-surgery-after-suffering-hand-injury/): Dak Prescott will miss multiple weeks after suffering a hand injury that will require surgery, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Sunday night after his team suffered a 19-3 defeat to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Tap below to read the article by Frank Schwab of Yahoo Sports.
- [Ranking Nebraska's 10 best coaching candidates to replace Scott Frost](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ranking-nebraskas-10-best-coaching-candidates-to-replace-scott-frost/): Scott Frost is out at Nebraska.  Who is next for Nebraska? Here’s a look at six candidates that make the most sense according to Bill Bender of The Sporting News.
- [Nebraska fires Scott Frost: Cornhuskers pay massive buyout to dismiss coach three games into fifth season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nebraska-fires-scott-frost-cornhuskers-pay-massive-buyout-to-dismiss-coach-three-games-into-fifth-season/): Nebraska fired coach Scott Frost on Sunday three games into his fifth year with the program.  Tap below to read the report by Shehan Jeyarajah for CBSSports.
- [No. 8 Notre Dame upset 26-21 by Marshall, still winless in Marcus Freeman era](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-8-notre-dame-upset-26-21-by-marshall-still-winless-in-marcus-freeman-era/): Marshall played spoiler on Saturday in No. 8 Notre Dame’s home opener, upsetting the Fighting Irish 26-21 in South Bend. It was an ugly performance all around for the Irish, who are now 0-3 during Marcus Freeman’s brief time as head coach. Tap below to read the article by Sam Cooper for Yahoo Sports.
- [MLB adding new rules for 2023, including pitch clock and limits on the infield shift](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-adding-new-rules-for-2023-including-pitch-clock-and-limits-on-the-infield-shift/): Major League Baseball’s competition committee reportedly approved a series of rule changes for 2023 in a vote Friday, including a pitch clock and limits on defensive positioning. Tap below to read the report by Hannah Keyser and Zach Crizer for Yahoo Sports.
- [How a 12-team College Football Playoff may help stop realignment](https://leftfieldlounge.com/how-a-12-team-college-football-playoff-may-help-stop-realignment/): The decision last Friday to expand the College Football Playoff to 12 teams, including six spots reserved for the top six conference champions, will change how the game is played, let alone how its champion is crowned. Tap below to read the article by Dan Wetzel for Yahoo Sports.
- [Nick Saban on alert about horns-down penalty ahead of Alabama football vs. Texas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nick-saban-on-alert-about-horns-down-penalty-ahead-of-alabama-football-vs-texas/): Nick Saban has no shortage of work to do this week, or any game week. This week specifically, Alabama football must prepare for Texas’ heat, the crowd noise of an away game and facing a former assistant in Steve Sarkisian. Tap below to read the report from Nick Kelly of the Tuscaloosa News for Yahoo Sports.
- [College Football Playoff expansion issues including scheduling models, revenue distribution being debated](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-playoff-expansion-issues-including-scheduling-models-revenue-distribution-being-debated/): Stakeholders will decide when will the expanded playoff will begin, what the schedule looks like … and who will be getting paid. Tap below to read the report from Dennis Dodd of CBSSports.
- [Expanded CFP Could Fetch $2.2B In Annual Media Rights Fees](https://leftfieldlounge.com/expanded-cfp-could-fetch-2-2b-in-annual-media-rights-fees/): The much-maligned College Football Playoff is poised to possibly score the highest annual media rights fees of any college sports property. Tap below to read the article by Michael McCarthy and Amanda Christovich of Front Office Sports.
- [Mike Leach faces familiar foe as Mississippi St. visits Arizona](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mike-leach-faces-familiar-foe-as-mississippi-st-visits-arizona/): Mike Leach returns to Pac-12 country when Mississippi State travels to play Arizona for the Wildcats’ home opener on Saturday night in Tucson, Ariz. Tap below to read the article from Sportsnaut.com
- ['This is for real': Inside Cowboys QB Dak Prescott’s mission to build trust, alter police training](https://leftfieldlounge.com/this-is-for-real-inside-cowboys-qb-dak-prescotts-mission-to-build-trust-alter-police-training/): Dak Prescott began his mission to build trust between law enforcement and communities of color after George Floyd was murdered by a Minnesota police officer in May 2020. Tap below to read the article by Jori Epstein of USAToday Sports.
- [An Inside Look at the Most Powerful Person in College Sports](https://leftfieldlounge.com/an-inside-look-at-the-most-powerful-person-in-college-sports/): SEC commissioner Greg Sankey has brought a measured calm, and a ton more money, to his conference, but his success has sparked questions about football’s future in particular. Tap below to read the article by Pat Forde for SI.com
- [The NIL era of high school sports has arrived](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-nil-era-of-high-school-sports-has-arrived/): Endorsement opportunities are trickling down to the high school level as more athletes start brand-building at a younger age. Tap below to read the article by Jeff Eisenberg for Yahoo Sports.
- [Leach And Dawgs Ready For A Late Night In The Desert](https://leftfieldlounge.com/leach-and-dawgs-ready-for-a-late-night-in-the-desert/): It’ll be 10 p.m. back home in the Magnolia State when Mississippi State kicks off in Arizona on Saturday night against the Wildcats. It’s an unusual circumstance to have a game where the Bulldogs’ body clocks will be in the wee hours of Sunday morning before the final horn sounds. Tap below to read the article by Joel Coleman from Hailstate.com
- [Harbaugh hopes players get a revenue share from 12-team CFP](https://leftfieldlounge.com/harbaugh-hopes-players-get-a-revenue-share-from-12-team-cfp/): Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh hopes players get a cut of the money generated by an expanded College Football Playoff. Tap below to read the article by Larry Lage of WDBO Orlando.
- [FCS games against Power Five opposition running fade pattern, coaches believe](https://leftfieldlounge.com/fcs-games-against-power-five-opposition-running-fade-pattern-coaches-believe/): FCS coaches at the University of Richmond and VMI believe FCS games against Power Five opposition will be discontinued before long as SEC and Big Ten expansion signal a presumptive change in scheduling philosophy at college football’s top tier. Tap below to read the article by John O’Connor of the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
- [College Football Playoff expansion: Board agrees to 12-team field with aim to implement as soon as possible](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-playoff-expansion-board-agrees-to-12-team-field-with-aim-to-implement-as-soon-as-possible/): The College Football Playoff’s Board of Managers on Friday voted to expand the playoff field to 12 teams with an aim to implement the larger format as soon as possible. Tap bellow to read the report by Shehan Jeyarajah for CBSSports.
- [Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud gifts teammates $500 Express gift cards so they can 'look fly'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ohio-state-qb-c-j-stroud-gifts-teammates-500-express-gift-cards-so-they-can-look-fly/): Ahead of Ohio State football’s season-opening game against Notre Dame, quarterback C.J. Stroud wants to make sure his teammates are looking good walking into Ohio Stadium. Tap below to read the article by Colin Gay of the Columbus (OH) Dispatch.
- [Mississippi State AD John Cohen calls current NIL model ‘unsustainable’ in Starkville Rotary Club talk](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-ad-john-cohen-calls-current-nil-model-unsustainable-in-starkville-rotary-club-talk/): John Cohen lambasted the current state of name, image and likeness legislation in college athletics while admitting all MSU can do is try to keep up in what he called a “bidding war” among schools Tap below to read the report by Theo DeRosa from The Dispatch.
- [2022 College Football Predictions: Playoff Picks, Dark-Horse Teams and More](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2022-college-football-predictions-playoff-picks-dark-horse-teams-and-more/): SI’s experts look into their crystal ball to foresee who will win the national title, the Heisman and more. Tap below to read the predictions by the staff at SI.com
- [Mississippi State seeking strong start vs. Memphis](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-seeking-strong-start-vs-memphis/): Mississippi State will enter its season-opening game Saturday night against Memphis rested and ready. Tap below to read the report by Sportsnaut.
- [7 college football teams that will bank a big payday – and could pull off an epic upset](https://leftfieldlounge.com/7-college-football-teams-that-will-bank-a-big-payday-and-could-pull-off-an-epic-upset/): In most years there is at least one Group of Five school that pulls off a win on the road against a power conference squad. Tap below to see which games look ripe for upsets according to Eddie Timanus of USAToday.
- [NCAA board approves transfer portal windows, 'modernizes' infractions process](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-board-approves-transfer-portal-windows-modernizes-infractions-process/): The NCAA Board of Directors on Wednesday adopted several measures designed to assist with the mass influx of athletes entering the transfer portal while also modernizing its infractions process. Tap below to red the report from Shehan Jeyarajah and Barrett Sallee for CBSSports.
- [New rules make star college football players millionaires](https://leftfieldlounge.com/new-rules-make-star-college-football-players-millionaires/): More than a year ago, the NCAA lifted long-standing restrictions on players profiting from their celebrity status, and in some cases it turned elite players such as CJ Stroud and Alabama quarterback Bryce Young into instant millionaires. Tap to read the article by Dave Skretta for AP Sports.
- [College students get MLB.TV free for rest of season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-students-get-mlb-tv-free-for-rest-of-season/): Starting today, MLB.TV is free for college students who authenticate with ID.me, which means you get free access through the end of the 2022 regular season. Tap below to read the report by Thomas Harrigan of MLB.com
- [College Football Teams with the Toughest September Schedules](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-teams-with-the-toughest-september-schedules/): There are several teams that are facing a rugged schedule right out of the gate whether that’s due to their non-conference slate, an early start to conference play,  the caliber of FCS team they are facing, or a combination of these factors. Tap below to read the article by Mark Ross for Athlon Sports.
- [MSU Unveils New Out-of-Stadium Fan Experiences For Saturdays In StarkVegas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-unveils-new-out-of-stadium-fan-experiences-for-saturdays-in-starkvegas/): Mississippi State Athletics is gearing up to debut several new and exciting initiatives in an effort to enhance the Saturdays in StarkVegas experience for the entire family. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State Football Countdown: Five Bold Predictions for the Bulldogs in 2022](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-football-countdown-five-bold-predictions-for-the-bulldogs-in-2022/): Here are five bold predictions for the Bulldogs ahead of the much-anticipated 2022 season from Elizabeth Keen of SI Cowbell Corner.
- [Toman resigns post as MTSU head baseball coach](https://leftfieldlounge.com/toman-resigns-post-as-mtsu-head-baseball-coach/): MTSU Head Baseball Coach Jim Toman has resigned from his position effective immediately as announced today by Director of Athletics Chris Massaro. Toman has led the Blue Raider baseball program for the past four seasons. Tap below to read the release from MTSU.
- [Florida A&M football players pen letter to university after 26 players ruled ineligible against North Carolina](https://leftfieldlounge.com/florida-am-football-players-pen-letter-to-university-after-26-players-ruled-ineligible-against-north-carolina/): After playing North Carolina without 26 players in the lineup, the Florida A&M football team has written a scathing letter to university president Dr. Larry Robinson.  Tap below to read the article by Austin Nivison of CBSSports.
- [Mississippi State vs Memphis Prediction, Game Preview](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-vs-memphis-prediction-game-preview/): Mississippi State vs Memphis prediction, game preview, how to watch. Week 1, Saturday, September 3. Tap below to read the report by Pete Fiutak for College Football News.
- [MLB Players' Association takes 'historic' step toward unionizing minor-league baseball players](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-players-association-takes-historic-step-toward-unionizing-minor-league-baseball-players/): The MLB Players’ Association took a step toward unionizing minor-league baseball players Sunday night, sending minor leaguers an authorization card allowing them to vote for an election that could make them MLBPA members. Tap below to read the report from Mike Axisa for CBSSports.
- [College football Week 1 viewer's guide: Time, TV, best games in five-day weekend](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-week-1-viewers-guide-time-tv-best-games-in-five-day-weekend/): We got a taste in Week 0, but a five-day football feast is coming. Here is an early viewer’s guide to Week 1 of the college football season. Tap below to read the report from Bill Bender of The Sporting News.
- [It's Prime time in Mississippi, with dose of Kiffin, Leach](https://leftfieldlounge.com/its-prime-time-in-mississippi-with-dose-of-kiffin-leach/): Deion Sanders, Lane Kiffin and Mike Leach are big-name coaches who aren’t shy to voice their opinions. And all three have enjoyed success on the sidelines. It’s interesting times for fans of all three programs. Tap below to read the article from Yahoo Sports.
- [9 Must-See Baseball Experiences (with No Major League Baseball!)](https://leftfieldlounge.com/9-must-see-baseball-experiences-with-no-major-league-baseball/): With the Little League World Series Championship Game this weekend, we thought it was a great time to feature nine can’t miss baseball events and venues. Tap below the report filed by Tom Walsh for BleacherReport.
- [Bills release punter Matt Araiza following alleged gang rape of minor](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bills-release-punter-matt-araiza-following-alleged-gang-rape-of-minor/): The Buffalo Bills have released Matt Araiza two days after the filing of a civil suit alleging the rookie punter and two former San Diego State teammates gang raped a minor in 2021. Tap below to read the article by Charles Robinson for Yahoo Sports.
- [Two-loss Alabama? Undefeated Georgia? Best, worst-case scenarios for every SEC football team](https://leftfieldlounge.com/two-loss-alabama-undefeated-georgia-best-worst-case-scenarios-for-every-sec-football-team/): the USA TODAY Sports Network called upon its experts who cover the league to provide a projection for the best- and worst-case scenarios for each school. Tap below to see the predictions by various beat reports for the USAToday.
- [Nebraska-Northwestern game in Ireland featured free beer and food when credit card machines went down](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nebraska-northwestern-game-in-ireland-featured-free-beer-and-food-when-credit-card-machines-went-down/): Beer and other concessions were free at Aviva Stadium at the Northwestern-Nebraska game in Dublin, Ireland, because all the credit card machines were down.  Tap below to read the report by Tyler Greenawalt for Yahoo Sports.
- [Athletic director Allen Greene announces exit from Auburn one week before start of college football season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/athletic-director-allen-greene-announces-exit-from-auburn-one-week-before-start-of-college-football-season/): Auburn athletic director Allen Greene will step away from his position just prior to the start of the 2022 football season, the university announced Friday. Tap below to read the article by Barrett Sallee for CBSSports.
- [Busy summer brings new infrastructure, opportunities for Bulldogs](https://leftfieldlounge.com/busy-summer-brings-new-infrastructure-opportunities-for-bulldogs/): The start of the new academic year brings with it many new campus improvements and opportunities to Mississippi State students, faculty and staff. Tap below to read the information from Mississippi State.
- [Rogers Named To Golden Arm Award Watch List](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rogers-named-to-golden-arm-award-watch-list/): Mississippi State quarterback Will Rogers has been named to the 2022 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award Watch List. Tap below to read the news release.
- [Vann Stuedeman Hired as Next Illini Softball Pitching Coach](https://leftfieldlounge.com/vann-stuedeman-hired-as-next-illini-softball-pitching-coach/):  Illini softball head coach Tyra Perry has announced the addition of softball veteran Vann Stuedeman as Illinois’ next pitching coach. Tap below to read the release from the University of Illinois.
- [Supreme Court paved way for shifting college TV landscape](https://leftfieldlounge.com/supreme-court-paved-way-for-shifting-college-tv-landscape/): Andy Coats isn’t a coach or athletic director. When it comes to the seismic changes to the landscape of major college football, though, he is a seminal figure. Tap below to read the article by Joe Reedy of the AP.
- [Dawgs Fall in Opener to No. 6 Arkansas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-fall-in-opener-to-no-6-arkansas/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped the opening contest against the No. 6 Arkansas Razorbacks, falling by a score of 6-2. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Alabama baseball probe: Bohannon contacted former high school coach to place bet, per report](https://leftfieldlounge.com/alabama-baseball-probe-bohannon-contacted-former-high-school-coach-to-place-bet-per-report/): Former Alabama baseball coach Brad Bohannon reportedly contacted a former high school baseball coach for the newsworthy wager that’s led to a controversy surrounding the program. Tap below to read the report by Nick Alvarez for AL.com
- [10 potential candidates to replace Brad Bohannon as Alabama’s next head baseball coach](https://leftfieldlounge.com/10-potential-candidates-to-replace-brad-bohannon-as-alabamas-next-head-baseball-coach/): Roll Tide Wire takes a look at 10 potential candidates to replace former Alabama head baseball coach Brad Bohannon. Tap below to read the report by Brady Smoot for Yahoo Sports.
- [Trying to make sense of Alabama gambling probe, firing coach](https://leftfieldlounge.com/trying-to-make-sense-of-alabama-gambling-probe-firing-coach/): Smoke first appeared on the horizon Monday night. A story published by ESPN’s David Purdum became the first domino in a saga that hit another level with a Thursday morning email from the University of Alabama. Tap below to read the report by Michael Casagrande of AL.com
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Arkansas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-arkansas-2/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs return to Dudy Noble Field as the Arkansas Razorbacks make the trip south for a three-game series. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [The storms keep gathering around the University of Alabama](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-storms-keep-gathering-around-the-university-of-alabama/): A fired baseball coach is just the latest turmoil for the Crimson Tide athletic department. Tap below to read the report from Dan Wetzel for Yahoo Sports.
- [Alabama firing baseball coach Brad Bohannon amid betting probe](https://leftfieldlounge.com/alabama-firing-baseball-coach-brad-bohannon-amid-betting-probe/): More on the Brad Bohannon firing from Mike Rodak of AL.com Tap below to read the report.
- [Alabama fires baseball coach Brad Bohannon amid betting probe](https://leftfieldlounge.com/alabama-fires-baseball-coach-brad-bohannon-amid-betting-probe/): Alabama baseball coach Brad Bohannon was fired Thursday, five days after suspicious wagering was detected on the Crimson Tide’s game at LSU. Tap below to read the report from David Partum of ESPN.
- [What Happened In ‘Suspicious’ LSU-Alabama NCAA Baseball Game?](https://leftfieldlounge.com/what-happened-in-suspicious-lsu-alabama-ncaa-baseball-game/): With the expansion of sports betting across the United States, one of the major drawbacks is the increased likelihood of gambling scandals in sporting events. Tap below to read the report by Tyler Maher for Forbes.com
- [Zac Selmon Announces Contract Extension For Chris Jans](https://leftfieldlounge.com/zac-selmon-announces-contract-extension-for-chris-jans/): STARKVILLE – Fresh off an NCAA Tournament appearance in his first year leading the Mississippi State men’s basketball program, Chris Jans has signed a contract extension through the 2026-27 season. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Ohio gambling regulators stop wagering on Alabama college baseball over suspicious activity](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ohio-gambling-regulators-stop-wagering-on-alabama-college-baseball-over-suspicious-activity/): The Ohio Casino Control Commission prohibited licensed sportsbooks in the state from taking any bets involving the Alabama Crimson Tide’s college baseball games after suspicious wagering activity was flagged. Tap below to read the report by Lorenzo Reyes for USAToday Sports.
- [Brent Rooker named American League Player of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/brent-rooker-named-american-league-player-of-the-week/): OAKLAND, Calif. — Oakland A’s outfielder Brent Rooker was named American League Player of the Week as announced on MLB Network. Tap below to read the release from Major League Baseball.
- [SEC Baseball Power Rankings: A new No. 2 emerges after Auburn tops South Carolina](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-baseball-power-rankings-a-new-no-2-emerges-after-auburn-tops-south-carolina/): Three weeks remain in the regular season, and this weekend’s action has resulted in some movement inside our latest power rankings. Tap below to read the report from Jonathan Wagner of ON3.com
- [Statement From Head Baseball Coach Chris Lemonis](https://leftfieldlounge.com/statement-from-head-baseball-coach-chris-lemonis/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State head coach Chris Lemonis announced Monday that the Bulldogs’ baseball program and pitching coach Scott Foxhall will part ways effective immediately. Tap below to read the statement by Mississippi State baseball coach Chris Lemonis.
- [Alabama baseball's Mac Guscette leaves LSU game, hospitalized after on-field collapse](https://leftfieldlounge.com/alabama-baseballs-mac-guscette-leaves-lsu-game-hospitalized-after-on-field-collapse/): In the seventh inning of Alabama baseball’s game at LSU on Sunday, Crimson Tide catcher Mac Guscette left the game after collapsing on the field. Tap below to read the report by Mikey DiLullo of The Tuscaloosa News for Yahoo Sports.
- [Bulldogs Drop Game Three to #24 Volunteers](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-drop-game-three-to-24-volunteers/): KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped the third game of the series to the #24 Tennessee Volunteers, falling 13-2. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Baseball Falls to #24 Tennessee, 12-8](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-falls-to-24-tennessee-12-8/): KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The Mississippi State baseball team looked to even the series with Tennessee on Saturday, but the Bulldogs fell short as they were defeated 12-8 at Lindsey Nelson Field. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State To The Show Update: April 28](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-to-the-show-update-april-28/): The rich tradition of Mississippi State producing professional baseball players continues in 2023. The Diamond Dawgs currently have 40 alumni active in pro ball, including 10 in the Big Leagues. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Montgomery to host 3rd annual Black College World Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/montgomery-to-host-3rd-annual-black-college-world-series/): MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) – Eight baseball teams from Historically Black Colleges and Universities will compete in the third annual Black College World Series championship at Riverwalk Stadium. Tap below to read the report from WSFA TV 12 in Montgomery, AL.
- [Bulldogs come up short against #24 Volunteers in Game One](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-come-up-short-against-24-volunteers-in-game-one/): KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – On a gloomy day in Knoxville, the Mississippi State Bulldogs were unable to secure a comeback victory over the Tennessee Volunteers, falling by a score of 8-7. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- ['That last inning was all her': Ashcraft honors grandma with gem](https://leftfieldlounge.com/that-last-inning-was-all-her-ashcraft-honors-grandma-with-gem/): CINCINNATI — Former Mississippi State and Reds starting pitcher Graham Ashcraft kept his emotions and grief in check just long enough against the Rangers on Wednesday. Once done for the day after six innings, he could let the tears flow. Tap below to read the report from MLB.com
- [DI Board of Directors increases benefits for college athletes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/di-board-of-directors-increases-benefits-for-college-athletes/): The Division I Board of Directors on Wednesday unanimously adopted new rules for all Division I schools that will require increased support for college athletes. Tap below to read the release from the NCAA Division I Board of Directors.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: at Tennessee](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-at-tennessee/): KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs travel to Knoxville for the first time since 2019 when they take on the Tennessee Volunteers. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [2023 SEC baseball legends class Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2023-sec-baseball-legends-class-announced/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (April 26, 2023)—–Four former standouts from Southeastern Conference universities have been named to the 2023 class of the SEC Baseball Legends presented by T-Mobile. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [Baseball Announces Time Change for May 6](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-announces-time-change-for-may-6/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State baseball’s contest versus Arkansas set for Saturday, May 6 has been moved to a 6 p.m. CT first pitch at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. The contest will be aired on ESPN2. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Win Governor's Cup](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-win-governors-cup/): PEARL, Miss. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs hoisted the Governor’s Cup on Tuesday, as the Dawgs picked up the victory over Ole Miss by a score of 2-1. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [States move to lift barriers between college athletes, NIL](https://leftfieldlounge.com/states-move-to-lift-barriers-between-college-athletes-nil/): Lawmakers in Arkansas, Texas and elsewhere are working to remove barriers between college athletes trying to cash in on their fame and the schools for which they play as administrators discover the benefits of moving athlete compensation activities in-house. Tap below to read the report by Ralph D. Russo for Yahoo Sports.
- [Bianco, Lemonis react to new college baseball recruiting rules](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bianco-lemonis-react-to-new-college-baseball-recruiting-rules/): The NCAA has made significant changes to college baseball’s recruiting process, establishing a timeframe for when coaches can legally reach out to a high school prospect. Tap below to read the article by Caleb Salers for Supertalk Mississippi.
- [SEC Mulling Drastic Punishments for Storming the Field](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-mulling-drastic-punishments-for-storming-the-field/): The SEC harbors safety concerns over letting thousands of fans on the field, and schools could lose future home games or even be forced to forfeit a win in the future. To see what the SEC is considering, tap below to read the report by Pat Forde for Sports Illustrated
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: Governor’s Cup](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-governors-cup/): Pearl, Miss. – The Bulldogs will continue a seven-game road trip when they face Ole Miss, for the Governor’s Cup on Tuesday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [College World Series reserved tickets go on sale Tuesday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-world-series-reserved-tickets-go-on-sale-tuesday/): The NCAA and College World Series of Omaha announced that tickets for reserved seats will go on sale Tuesday. Tap below to read the full release.
- [State Drops Rubber Match to Auburn](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-drops-rubber-match-to-auburn/): AUBURN, Ala. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped a heartbreaker in the final game of the series to the Auburn Tigers. The Diamond Dawgs were defeated by a score of 12-11 after scoring the tying run in the top of the ninth inning. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Christian Moore ejected from Tennessee baseball vs. Vanderbilt, faces suspension](https://leftfieldlounge.com/christian-moore-ejected-from-tennessee-baseball-vs-vanderbilt-faces-suspension/): Christian Moore was ejected in the seventh inning of Tennessee baseball‘s game against Vanderbilt on Saturday at Lindsey Nelson Stadium. Tap below to red the report by Mike Wilson of the Knoxville News Sentinel.
- [State Wins Offensive Slugfest](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-wins-offensive-slugfest/): AUBURN, Ala. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs offense exploded in the second game against the Auburn Tigers, as they picked up an 11-10 victory. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Fall in Pitching Duel to Tigers](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-fall-in-pitching-duel-to-tigers/): AUBURN, Ala. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped a tight contest against the Auburn Tigers in the first game of the series, falling by a score of 2-1. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [2023 SEC Baseball Tournament to bring highest ranked teams in country](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2023-sec-baseball-tournament-to-bring-highest-ranked-teams-in-country/): When the SEC Baseball Tournament rolls into town May 23-28, fans will get to see the top teams in the country play. Tap below to read the article by Jon Anderson of the Hoover Sun.
- [Clocks will run after first downs in college football with NCAA set to change half-century old rule Friday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/clocks-will-run-after-first-downs-in-college-football-with-ncaa-set-to-change-half-century-old-rule-friday/): The NCAA is expected to approve today rules changes proposed earlier this year that will allow the clock to run after first downs are achieved in all divisions except Division III. Tap below to read the report from Dennis Dodd for CBS Sports.
- [Questionable ejection could leave Florida without closer](https://leftfieldlounge.com/questionable-ejection-could-leave-florida-without-closer/): Florida’s series-clinching win over Georgia on Sunday was marred by the events that transpired after the final out of the eighth inning. Tap below to read the article.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: Auburn](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-auburn/): AUBURN, Ala. – The Bulldogs open up a seven-game road trip against the Auburn Tigers this weekend. The series begins on Friday at 6 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [No New Bowl Games Will Be Added This Season, Bowl Executive Director Says](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-new-bowl-games-will-be-added-this-season-bowl-executive-director-says/): After a review of the bowl system this spring, college leaders decided against approving any new bowl games while also keeping the eligibility standard of a 6–6 record. Tap below to read the report from Ross Dellenger for Sports Illustrated.
- [The 2023 SEC Baseball bracket, schedule, dates for the tournament](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-2023-sec-baseball-bracket-schedule-dates-for-the-tournament/): The 2023 SEC Baseball tournament is set for May 23-28 in Hoover, Ala., at the Hoover Metropolitan Stadium. Tap below for schedule dates and times.
- [Updated SEC baseball power rankings after week nine action](https://leftfieldlounge.com/updated-sec-baseball-power-rankings-after-week-nine-action/): Another week of SEC baseball showed us who the pretenders and the contenders were. Tap below to read the report from Sports Illustrated.
- [Athletics' Brent Rooker: Notches another multi-hit game](https://leftfieldlounge.com/athletics-brent-rooker-notches-another-multi-hit-game/): Rooker went 2-for-4 with a double and a walk in Sunday’s 4-3 loss to the Mets. Tap below to read the article by CSB Sports.
- [Dakota Jordan Named SEC Freshman of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dakota-jordan-named-sec-freshman-of-the-week/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Mississippi State’s Dakota Jordan was named Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday afternoon. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Against Southern Canceled](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-against-southern-canceled/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State University baseball contest against Southern University slated for Tuesday night has been canceled due to SWAC protocols for conference makeups. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Florida’s Jac Caglianone Refuses to Celebrate Grand Slam After Teammate’s Ejection](https://leftfieldlounge.com/floridas-jac-caglianone-refuses-to-celebrate-grand-slam-after-teammates-ejection/): Florida baseball star Jac Caglianone had a brilliant response to what he deemed to be an unfair ejection of his teammate during the Gators’ game on Sunday. Tap below to read the report from Karl Rasmussen for Sports Illustrated
- [Dawgs Win Series Over Ole Miss on Super Bulldog Weekend](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-win-series-over-ole-miss-on-super-bulldog-weekend/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs (22-15) triumphed again over the Ole Miss Rebels to win the series in front of a crowd of over 12,000 fans. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Rooker 'taking advantage of his opportunity'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rooker-taking-advantage-of-his-opportunity/): Frustrated by a lack of big league opportunities last season despite a strong season at Triple-A, Brent Rooker joined the A’s hoping to finally get that extended look. Tap below to read the article by Martin Gallego for MLB.com.
- [Jordan Walks off the Rebels in Game Two](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jordan-walks-off-the-rebels-in-game-two/): On a record-setting day at Dudy Noble Field, 16,423 fans saw the Mississippi State Bulldogs walk off the Ole Miss Rebels 8-7. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Drop Pitching Duel to Rebels](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-drop-pitching-duel-to-rebels/): Mississippi State dropped game one to the Ole Miss Rebels by a score of 3-2. The Bulldogs’ two runs came via the long ball. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [NCAA Rule Change Allows Recruits Unlimited Official Visits; Previously Allowed Only 5](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-rule-change-allows-recruits-unlimited-official-visits-previously-allowed-only-5/): Prospects choosing a college can now visit an unlimited number of Division I schools, the NCAA announced Thursday. Tap below to read the report by Julia Stambaugh for Bleacher Report.
- [All Ron Polk did in Mississippi was make college baseball matter](https://leftfieldlounge.com/all-ron-polk-did-in-mississippi-was-make-college-baseball-matter/): This was back in December of 1975. Ron Polk, who was 31, had just been hired from Georgia Southern as the baseball coach at Mississippi State for a salary of $15,000 a year. Tap to read the article by Rick Cleveland of Mississippi Today.
- [2023 college baseball tournament selection show: Time, how to watch the bracket reveal](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2023-college-baseball-tournament-selection-show-time-how-to-watch-the-bracket-reveal/): The field of 64 teams that will compete for the 2023 NCAA college baseball championship will be announced on ESPN2 at noon ET on Monday, May 29. You can stream it on WatchESPN. Tap below for more information from the NCAA.
- [2023 NCAA baseball bracket: Men's College World Series scores, schedule](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2023-ncaa-baseball-bracket-mens-college-world-series-scores-schedule/): The 2023 Men’s College World Series starts Friday, June 16 and runs through Monday, June 26, if necessary. NCAA regional and super regional tournaments take place in early June. Tap below to review the information from the NCAA.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: Ole Miss](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-ole-miss/): Super Bulldog Weekend 2023 is finally here, as the Mississippi State Bulldogs welcomes the Ole Miss Rebels to Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dear Ol’ State: Ron Polk On His Statue And More](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dear-ol-state-ron-polk-on-his-statue-and-more/): On the latest episode of the Dear Ol’ State podcast, the legendary Ron Polk drops by ahead of the unveiling of his statue outside of Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to listen to the podcast
- [Selmon Named To Prestigious SBJ Forty Under 40 Class of 2023](https://leftfieldlounge.com/selmon-named-to-prestigious-sbj-forty-under-40-class-of-2023/): Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon has been selected to Sports Business Journal’s Forty Under 40 Class of 2023. Tap below to read the article from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Giants' Will Bednar: Opens season on shelf](https://leftfieldlounge.com/giants-will-bednar-opens-season-on-shelf/): High-A Eugene placed Will Bednar (back) on its 7-day injured list Thursday. Tap below to read the release on CBSSports.
- [Diamond Dawgs take down Blazers](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-take-down-blazers/): The Mississippi State Bulldogs picked up their 20th victory of the year after defeating the UAB Blazers by a score of 7-3. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: UAB](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-uab/): The Mississippi State Bulldogs are on the road for a midweek contest in Birmingham, Ala., on Tuesday when they take on UAB. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: Arizona State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-arizona-state/): With opening weekend now in the rear view, the Mississippi State Bulldogs welcome the Arizona State Sun Devils to Dudy Noble Field for the second weekend series of the year. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Ambidextrous pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje dominates in first collegiate start](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ambidextrous-pitcher-jurrangelo-cijntje-dominates-in-first-collegiate-start/): Jurrangelo Cijntje, a true freshman at Mississippi State, threw four scoreless innings in MSU’s 14-3 win over Louisiana-Monroe. Cijntje was dominant. Tap below to read the article by Sam Cooper for Yahoo Sports.
- [Dawgs Earn Series Split with ULM](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-earn-series-split-with-ulm/): With a strong start from Jurrangelo Cijntje, the Mississippi State baseball team (3-2) got back in the win column on Wednesday afternoon. Tap below to read the article from Mississippi State Atheltics.
- [Bulldogs Fall to ULM in Game One](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-fall-to-ulm-in-game-one/): Playing their first midweek games of the season, the Mississippi State baseball team (2-2) hosted ULM (3-1) at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: ULM](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-ulm/): Mississippi State turns its attention to a midweek series against ULM. Tap below for gameday info provided by Mississippi State Athletics.
- [College Football Executives Considering Four Changes to Shorten Games](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-football-executives-considering-four-changes-to-shorten-games/): A years-long effort in exploring ways to shorten college football games is entering the fourth quarter. Tap below to read the report from Ross Dellenger for Sports Illustrated.
- [Making The Most Of His 'Chance'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/making-the-most-of-his-chance/): Although Bryce Chance may not be new to MSU, the VMI series was his first opportunity to see the field after redshirting last spring. Tap below to read the article from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bryce Chance Named SEC Co-Freshman of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bryce-chance-named-sec-co-freshman-of-the-week/): Mississippi State’s Bryce Chance was named Southeastern Conference Co-Freshman of the Week. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State athletics.
- [Baseball Powers Past VMI to Win Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-powers-past-vmi-to-win-series/): The Mississippi State (2-1) baseball team bounced back on Sunday afternoon as they earned a 9-3 victory over VMI (1-2) to take the series. Tap below to read the article from Mississippi State athletics.
- [Dawgs Fall in Offensive Slugfest](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-fall-in-offensive-slugfest/): the Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped a high-scoring affair against VMI, 14-13. Tap below to read the article from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Offensive Firepower Pushes Bulldogs to Opening Day Victory](https://leftfieldlounge.com/offensive-firepower-pushes-bulldogs-to-opening-day-victory/): In front of the largest Opening Day crowd in the history of Dudy Noble Field (10,652), the Mississippi State Bulldogs (1-0, 0-0) excelled at the plate with 11 runs on 16 hits en route to a 11-2 win over visiting VMI.  Tap below to read the article from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Two Bulldogs Tabbed to NCBWA Stopper of the Year Watchlist](https://leftfieldlounge.com/two-bulldogs-tabbed-to-ncbwa-stopper-of-the-year-watchlist/): Pitchers Nate Dohm and Aaron Nixon have been named to the Preseason National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA) Stopper of the Year Watchlist. Tap to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: VMI](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-vmi/): The Mississippi State Bulldogs return to Dudy Noble Field for the first game of the 2023 season on Friday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State athletics.
- [SEC to implement new rules for 2023 baseball season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-to-implement-new-rules-for-2023-baseball-season/): The Southeastern Conference will implement new initiatives and rules for the 2023 baseball season. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [Read The Transcript Of Our Chat Hosted By MLB Outfielder Brent Rooker](https://leftfieldlounge.com/read-the-transcript-of-our-chat-hosted-by-mlb-outfielder-brent-rooker/): After being drafted by the Twins in the 38th round out of Mississippi State, Brent Rooker went back to college for another year.  That move paid off. Tap below to read the article by Tim Dierkes for MLBTradeRumors
- [Robson will join Rutckyj on Canada's squad for World Baseball Classic](https://leftfieldlounge.com/robson-will-join-rutckyj-on-canadas-squad-for-world-baseball-classic/): Former Mississippi State great Jacob Robson has been officially named to Canada’s team for next month’s World Baseball Classic. Tap below to read the article from the Windsor Star.
- [Sources: Texas, Oklahoma Reach Agreement With Big 12 to Join SEC in 2024](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sources-texas-oklahoma-reach-agreement-with-big-12-to-join-sec-in-2024/): Texas and Oklahoma’s path to the SEC in 2024 has been cleared. Tap below to read the report from Ross Dellenger for Sports Illustrated.
- [SEC announces $721M in revenue for 2021-22, distributing nearly $50M per school](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-announces-721m-in-revenue-for-2021-22-distributing-nearly-50m-per-school/): The SEC announced its revenue distribution for the 2021-22 fiscal year on Thursday, revealing that it doled out a total of $721.8 million among its 14 members. Tap below to read the article by Sam Cooper for Yahoo Sports.
- [2023 SEC Baseball Preseason All-SEC Team Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2023-sec-baseball-preseason-all-sec-team-announced/): -LSU has been predicted to win the 2023 Southeastern Conference baseball championship as voted by the league’s 14 head coaches. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [Baseball Places Two on Preseason All-SEC Teams](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-places-two-on-preseason-all-sec-teams/): Mississippi State’s Luke Hancock and Colton Ledbetter are two of 25 players selected to the Preseason All-SEC baseball teams. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State athletics.
- [Baseball Announces Opening Weekend Game Times](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-announces-opening-weekend-game-times/): The 2023 Mississippi State baseball season is nine days away and the opening weekend game times are set. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State athletics.
- [The Hunt For Success](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-hunt-for-success/): Pitcher KC Hunt returns for another season ready to be a big piece for the Diamond Dawgs. Tap below to read the article from Mississippi State athletics.
- [Play Ball! College Baseball Returns for the 2023 Season with Over 3,000 Games Across ESPN Platforms](https://leftfieldlounge.com/play-ball-college-baseball-returns-for-the-2023-season-with-over-3000-games-across-espn-platforms/): The 2023 NCAA baseball season will feature a full slate of action across ESPN platforms throughout the spring. Tap below to read the article by Julie McKay for ESPN.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set for Eight National Broadcasts](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-for-eight-national-broadcasts/): The Southeastern Conference and ESPN have announced the television coverage for the 2023 baseball season, with Mississippi State slated for at least eight appearances on the ESPN family of networks. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State athletics.
- [2023 SUPER BULLDOG WEEKEND SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2023-super-bulldog-weekend-schedule-announced/): Bulldog fans have plenty to look forward to during the spring homecoming tradition with softball, baseball and women’s tennis all competing against Southeastern Conference opposition throughout the weekend. Tap below to view the release.
- [National College Baseball Hall of Fame inducts 2022 Class](https://leftfieldlounge.com/national-college-baseball-hall-of-fame-inducts-2022-class/): The College Baseball Foundation inducted the 2022 class into the National College Baseball Hall of Fame in Omaha. Tap below to read the article.
- [Diamond Dawgs Fan Day Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-fan-day-announced/): Mississippi State baseball program will host Fan Day on Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Palmeiro Center. Tap below for more information.
- [NCBWA unveils 2023 Preseason All-America Team](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncbwa-unveils-2023-preseason-all-america-team/): The 22nd annual National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Preseason All-America teams feature the best of college baseball for the coming campaign. Tap below to see the elections by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association.
- [Captain's Honors For Hancock](https://leftfieldlounge.com/captains-honors-for-hancock/): Luke Hancock, a graduate student and multi-year starter for Mississippi State, will be sporting the eye-catching “C” on his jersey this season. Tap below to read the article by Elizabeth Keen for Mississippi State Athletics.
- [The Doors Are Opening For NCAA to Close in on NIL Violations](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-doors-are-opening-for-ncaa-to-close-in-on-nil-violations/): The NCAA and enforcement staff will no longer be hamstrung by uncooperative witnesses when it comes to potential name, image and likeness (NIL) violations. Tap below to read the article by Ross Dellenger of Sports Illustrated.
- [Q&A: Foscue talks Texas League title, goals for '23](https://leftfieldlounge.com/qa-foscue-talks-texas-league-title-goals-for-23/): Justin Foscue was one of the 11 Rangers prospects selected to come to Arlington for the leadership minicamp. Tap below to read the interview by Kennedi Landry for MLB.com
- [LSU unanimous favorite in College Baseball Foundation Preseason Power Poll](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lsu-unanimous-favorite-in-college-baseball-foundation-preseason-power-poll/): The LSU Tigers take the top spot in the 2023 College Baseball Hall of Fame Preseason Power Poll. Tap below to view the poll released by the College Baseball Foundation.
- [Fan Information for Weekend Baseball Scrimmages](https://leftfieldlounge.com/fan-information-for-weekend-baseball-scrimmages/): Mississippi State baseball will hold three scrimmages this weekend at Dudy Noble Field that are open to the public. Tap below for more information.
- [Oklahoma Baseball: Sooners Selected Fifth in Big 12 Preseason Poll](https://leftfieldlounge.com/oklahoma-baseball-sooners-selected-fifth-in-big-12-preseason-poll/): Fresh off of a run to the College World Series finals a year ago, Oklahoma was picked fifth in the conference on Thursday. Tap below to read the article by Josh Callaway for SI All Sooners about this 2023 Diamond Dawg opponent.
- [2023 college baseball preview and predictions with D1Baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2023-college-baseball-preview-and-predictions-with-d1baseball/): With just under a month remaining until opening weekend of the 2022 college baseball season, D1Baseball’s Kendall Rogers and Aaron Fitt sat down with us to break down their preseason top 25 rankings. Tap below to read the article n NCAA.com
- [Diamond Dawgs Place Two on SEC Pitcher of the Year Watch List](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-place-two-on-sec-pitcher-of-the-year-watch-list/): D1 Baseball placed Landon Gartman and Cade Smith on the SEC Pitcher of the Year Watch List. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [2023 season Baseball America Top 25](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2023-season-baseball-america-top-25/): Louisiana State opens the 2023 season ranked No. 1 in the Baseball America Top 25. Tap below to see the entire list from Baseball America.
- [There Are No Winners in the Jaden Rashada Florida Saga](https://leftfieldlounge.com/there-are-no-winners-in-the-jaden-rashada-florida-saga/): The Florida portion of the Jaden Rashada saga has reached an end with the school officially releasing him from his letter of intent. Tap below to read the article by Richard Johnson of Sports Illustrated.
- [A $13-million NIL deal gone wrong, a top QB recruit and what happens next](https://leftfieldlounge.com/a-13-million-nil-deal-gone-wrong-a-top-qb-recruit-and-what-happens-next/): Quarterback Jaden Rashada has been the talk of the recruiting world because of the scenario that has played out between him and Florida. Tap below to read the report from ESPN.
- [California could lead another charge in college athlete pay with its latest proposed bill](https://leftfieldlounge.com/california-could-lead-another-charge-in-college-athlete-pay-with-its-latest-proposed-bill/): California sparked the birth of NIL money for athletes; now the state could take it a step further. Tap below to read the article by Dan Wetzel for Yahoo Sports.
- [Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa says unnamed SEC school offered him $1.5 million to transfer](https://leftfieldlounge.com/maryland-quarterback-taulia-tagovailoa-says-unnamed-sec-school-offered-him-1-5-million-to-transfer/): Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa revealed an unnamed SEC school offered him $1.5 million to enter the NCAA transfer portal during the offseason. Tap below to read the report by Will Backus for CBSSports.
- [Kendall Graveman trade: Astros acquire veteran reliever in deal with White Sox for former first-round pick](https://leftfieldlounge.com/kendall-graveman-trade-astros-acquire-veteran-reliever-in-deal-with-white-sox-for-former-first-round-pick/): The Houston Astros have agreed to a deal with the Chicago White Sox that will net them righty reliever Kendall Graveman, the teams announced Friday. Tap below to read the report by RJ Anderson for CBSSports.
- [Could realignment winds blow the SEC’s way? 5 teams that might make sense](https://leftfieldlounge.com/could-realignment-winds-blow-the-secs-way-5-teams-that-might-make-sense/): Because realignment never ends, there’s always a chance the Oklahoma Sooners’ future home in the SEC could opt for expansion to strengthen its inventory for the future. Let’s take a look at five teams that could make sense for the SEC. Tap below to read the article by John Williams for Yahoo Sports.
- [Colorado confirms return to Big 12 after leaving for Pac-12 in 2011](https://leftfieldlounge.com/colorado-confirms-return-to-big-12-after-leaving-for-pac-12-in-2011/): Looks like Colorado is doing the hokey pokey. Colorado is leaving the Pac-12 to rejoin the Big 12, the school announced Thursday after holding a board of regents meeting to accept an invitation from its former conference. Tap below to read the report from the USAToday.
- [NIL database, uniform contracts, registry among concepts explored in NCAA meetings](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nil-database-uniform-contracts-registry-among-concepts-explored-in-ncaa-meetings/): A database of NIL activity, uniform contracts for deals and a registry for those participating in the space – including for agents and collectives – were among the primary concepts explored during two days of NCAA NIL meetings that concluded Wednesday in Indianapolis. Tap below to read the report by Eric Prisbell for ON3,com
- [While Congress and NCAA squabble, NIL collectives lead push on revenue sharing](https://leftfieldlounge.com/while-congress-and-ncaa-squabble-nil-collectives-lead-push-on-revenue-sharing/): Name, image and likeness (NIL) is at the center of a two-day stakeholders meeting that began Tuesday. While no report or legislation is expected immediately from the gathering, administrators and invited guests hope to examine NIL in a way that produces answers. Tap below to read the report by Ross Dellenger for Yahoo Sports.
- [Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh facing 4-game suspension for breaking NCAA rules, AP source says](https://leftfieldlounge.com/michigan-coach-jim-harbaugh-facing-4-game-suspension-for-breaking-ncaa-rules-ap-source-says/): Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh is facing a four-game suspension for breaking NCAA rules over improper contact with recruits, a person with knowledge of a proposed settlement between the school and NCAA enforcement said Tuesday. Tap below to read the report by Ralph Russo of the AP for Yahoo News.
- [Memphis native, A’s All-Star Rooker discusses breakout season in Action News 5 exclusive](https://leftfieldlounge.com/memphis-native-as-all-star-rooker-discusses-breakout-season-in-action-news-5-exclusive/): Memphis native and Oakland A’s outfielder Brent Rooker soaked in that experience for the first time in Seattle earlier this month. “That was one of the more special moments I think,” said Rooker of hearing his name called. Rooker wasn’t satisfied with just making the team though. He made the most of his experience by smoking a double in his first All-Star at-bat. Tap below to read the article from WMC TV 5 in Memphis.
- [Robson's Throw Helps Monarchs to Thrilling Win](https://leftfieldlounge.com/robsons-throw-helps-monarchs-to-thrilling-win/): CLEBURNE, Texas – Jacob Robson had to make a perfect throw. That’s exactly what he did. The former Detroit Tigers outfielder started a 9-2 double play to throw out the tying run at home plate in the ninth, helping the Kansas City Monarchs to a thrilling 3-2 win over the Cleburne Railroaders from La Moderna Field. Tap below to read the report.
- [San Diego Padres Target Brent Rooker as Can’t-Miss Acquisition for 2024 Season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/san-diego-padres-target-brent-rooker-as-cant-miss-acquisition-for-2024-season/)
- [Coveted Alabama pitcher transfer Luke Holman reportedly weighing options after busy visit week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/coveted-alabama-pitcher-transfer-luke-holman-reportedly-weighing-options-after-busy-visit-week/): Former Alabama right-handed pitcher Luke Holman entered the transfer portal after serving as the Crimson Tide’s ace this spring, and he’s down to an All-SEC trio of finalists. Tap below to read the report from Yahoo Sports.
- [StateToTheShow Update: July 21](https://leftfieldlounge.com/statetotheshow-update-july-21/): The rich tradition of Mississippi State producing professional baseball players continues in 2023. Tap below to read the update from Mississippi State University.
- [SEC commish Greg Sankey rails against lack of NIL progress as college sports leaders struggle for answers](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-commish-greg-sankey-rails-against-lack-of-nil-progress-as-college-sports-leaders-struggle-for-answers/): NASHVILLE, Tenn. — In late June, the next step in college sports’ pursuit of solutions for name, image and likeness (NIL) unfolded in a large conference room within NCAA headquarters in Indianapolis. Members of the Division I council — some of college sports’ top athletic administrators — gathered around a table for a report from members of the NIL working group. Tap below to read the article by Ross Dellenger for Yahoo Sports.
- [The Dawgs Of Summer: July 19](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-dawgs-of-summer-july-19/): Mississippi State sent a dozen players to participate in seven different summer leagues across the country. HailState.com takes a weekly look to see how the Diamond Dawgs are performing during this summer. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State.
- [Is Mississippi State the hardest coaching job in college football? Meet the unflinching 36-year-old now leading the Bulldogs](https://leftfieldlounge.com/is-mississippi-state-the-hardest-coaching-job-in-college-football-meet-the-unflinching-36-year-old-now-leading-the-bulldogs/): NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Zach Arnett has the most challenging head coaching job in all of college football. Well, if not the most, it’s up there. Vanderbilt is still in the SEC, after all. It’s unlikely Arnett would agree with that assessment of his Mississippi State Bulldogs. Tap below to read the article by Dan Wetzel for Yahoo Sports.
- [Alumni Association Announces new officers for national board of directors](https://leftfieldlounge.com/alumni-association-announces-new-officers-for-national-board-of-directors/): The MSU Alumni Association welcomes a new slate of officers for two-year terms for fiscal years 2023-2025. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State University.
- [SEC coordinator of officials hints conference won't be as strict penalizing 'Horns Down' gesture as Big 12](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-coordinator-of-officials-hints-conference-wont-be-as-strict-penalizing-horns-down-gesture-as-big-12/): The SEC may go softer on one of college football’s most notorious taunts when the Longhorns join the league in 2024. Tap to view the report by Will Backus for CBSSports.
- [Lacking punishment for Tennessee's egregious cheating leaves Greg Sankey unsure about future of enforcement](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lacking-punishment-for-tennessees-egregious-cheating-leaves-greg-sankey-unsure-about-future-of-enforcement/): NASHVILLE — In the midst of a traditional kickoff to the college football season at the 2023 SEC Media Days, one uncomfortable truism has emerged: It pays to cheat. That’s at least one of the residual messages from last week’s penalties applied to Tennessee football after an NCAA investigation revealed hundreds of violations, 18 of them deemed to be the Level 1 (major) variety. Tap below to read the report by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [Zach Arnett has big goals for Mississippi State after replacing Mike Leach](https://leftfieldlounge.com/zach-arnett-has-big-goals-for-mississippi-state-after-replacing-mike-leach/): There’s no telling how Zach Arnett, 36, will fare as a rookie coach taking on one of the SEC’s most challenging jobs. But, there’s no debating he’s tailored for Mississippi State’s brand. Tap below to read the article from USAToday.
- [SEC Media Days 2023: Greg Sankey stumps for federal NIL help, updates conference's stance on expansion](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-media-days-2023-greg-sankey-stumps-for-federal-nil-help-updates-conferences-stance-on-expansion/): NASHVILLE, Tenn. — SEC commissioner Greg Sankey is not only the face of college football’s most influential conference but is also one of the most powerful voices in college athletics. His opinions matter, and his vision sets the tone for the future. Tap below to read the article by Barrett Sallee for SBCSports.
- ["It's a cut throat business", Billy Napier, other SEC coaches weigh in on transfer tampering](https://leftfieldlounge.com/its-a-cut-throat-business-billy-napier-other-sec-coaches-weigh-in-on-transfer-tampering/): The continued flood of players entering the portal has raised questions about how certain player movement is taking place, and whether tampering was involved before transfer portal windows opened. Tap below to read the report from Yahoo Sports.
- [NCAA announces creation of Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-announces-creation-of-womens-basketball-invitation-tournament/): The NCAA has announced the creation of the Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament. The 32-team postseason tournament, which will be owned and funded by the NCAA, will be held annually beginning in 2024. Tap below to read the release from the NCAA.
- [SEC commissioner Greg Sankey honors Mike Leach at league's media days](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-commissioner-greg-sankey-honors-mike-leach-at-leagues-media-days/): To open 2023 SEC Media Days in Nashville, Greg Sankey took the podium with no tie — a tribute to the legendary coach who died in December after three seasons with the Bulldogs. Tap below to read the report from USAToday.
- [Yankees potential trade target: Brent Rooker](https://leftfieldlounge.com/yankees-potential-trade-target-brent-rooker/): The Yankees might have some degree of interest in A’s outfielder Brent Rooker. He’s probably not the piece that Oakland would like to trade since he has four seasons of cheap team control after 2023 (they wouldn’t be cutting payroll in this specific transaction since he is making the minimum this year), but he is already 28 and they might feel the perfect time to deal him is now. Tap below to read the article by Andres Chavez for Pinstripe Alley.
- [Johnie Cooks Memorial To Be Held July 13 At M-Club Center](https://leftfieldlounge.com/johnie-cooks-memorial-to-be-held-july-13-at-m-club-center/): STARKVILLE – A public memorial service honoring the life of legendary Bulldog linebacker Johnie Cooks will be held at 1 p.m. CT on Thursday, July 13, 2023, inside the Leo Seal M-Club Center of Davis Wade Stadium. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State.
- [Clark Selected On The Final Day of MLB Draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/clark-selected-on-the-final-day-of-mlb-draft/): STARKVILLE – Junior outfielder Kellum Clark heard his name called on the third and final day of the 2023 Major League Baseball Draft, held on Tuesday (July 11). Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Former Mississippi State Standout Hired As Next UWA Baseball Coach](https://leftfieldlounge.com/former-mississippi-state-standout-hired-as-next-uwa-baseball-coach/): TUSCALOOSA, AL — Tuscaloosa County resident and former Mississippi State University baseball standout Eric Dubose has been hired as the next head baseball coach at the University of West Alabama. Tap below to read the release from Patch.com
- [How Rooker went from journeyman to All-Star](https://leftfieldlounge.com/how-rooker-went-from-journeyman-to-all-star/): All Brent Rooker wanted was an extended look at the big league level, something that eluded him in his time with the Twins, Padres and Royals from 2020-22. About a week into the regular season, Seth Brown’s oblique injury cleared a path toward that objective. Tap below to read the article from MLB.com
- [Northwestern fires Pat Fitzgerald: Wildcats coach out amid hazing scandal as cultural issues exposed](https://leftfieldlounge.com/northwestern-fires-pat-fitzgerald-wildcats-coach-out-amid-hazing-scandal-as-cultural-issues-exposed/): Northwestern has fired coach Pat Fitzgerald days after details surfaced alleging graphic instances of hazing within the program, the school announced Monday night. Tap below to read the report by David Cobb for CBSSports.
- [Smith Taken On Day 2 of MLB Draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/smith-taken-on-day-2-of-mlb-draft/): STARKVILLE – Junior pitcher Cade Smith heard his name called on the second day of the 2023 Major League Baseball Draft, held on Monday. Smith was the No. 192 overall pick by the New York Yankees in the sixth round. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Here's who will join Mississippi State football's Zach Arnett at 2023 SEC Media Days](https://leftfieldlounge.com/heres-who-will-join-mississippi-state-footballs-zach-arnett-at-2023-sec-media-days/): STARKVILLE — For the first time in his collegiate career, quarterback Will Rogers will be among those representing Mississippi State football at SEC Media Days. Rogers will be accompanied by coach Zach Arnett, running back Jo’quavious Marks and defensive lineman Jaden Crumedy. Tap below to read the report from Yahoo Sports.
- [Ledbetter Taken On Day 1 of MLB Draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ledbetter-taken-on-day-1-of-mlb-draft/): STARKVILLE – Junior outfielder Colton Ledbetter heard his name called on the opening day of the 2023 Major League Baseball Draft, held on Sunday (July 9) in Seattle. This marks the fourth straight season that MSU had a student-athlete taken in the first two rounds. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Rooker on his way to regaining All-Star form](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rooker-on-his-way-to-regaining-all-star-form/): BOSTON — An 11-pitch at-bat against the Red Sox represented a hopeful shift in momentum for A’s All-Star Brent Rooker. The 28-year-old Rooker, who was claimed off waivers from Kansas City on Nov. 22, wasted no time building his case for an All-Star election this season. Tap below to read the article from MLB.com
- [SEC's winningest coach volunteering with Dans: 'How lucky can we be?'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/secs-winningest-coach-volunteering-with-dans-how-lucky-can-we-be/): Jul. 9—DANVILLE — Ron Polk has plenty of baseball expertise to draw upon from his years around the game. After spending decades as a college head coach and eight years as a manager in the Cape Cod League, the four-time SEC Coach of the Year has been happy to leave the inconveniences of lineups and roster management to Dans coach Eric Coleman. Tap below to read the article by Joey Wright of The News-Gazette.
- [Temporary road closures scheduled for Davis Wade maintenance](https://leftfieldlounge.com/temporary-road-closures-scheduled-for-davis-wade-maintenance/): Nearby Davis Wade Stadium roadways will close temporarily this month as workers wash the exterior of the stadium. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State University.
- [Nikki McCray-Penson, former Tennessee and WNBA star, ex-MSU coach; dies at 51](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nikki-mccray-penson-former-tennessee-and-wnba-star-ex-msu-coach-dies-at-51/): Nikki McCray-Penson, a former Tennessee women’s basketball star and Mississippi State coach, has died, a Rutgers spokesperson confirmed to Knox News on Friday. She was 51. Tap below to read the report from USAToday.
- [Bulldog Legend Johnie Cooks Passes Away](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldog-legend-johnie-cooks-passes-away/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State family lost one of the university’s legendary Bulldogs and all-time greats Thursday with the passing of Johnie Cooks. He was 64. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [The Dawgs Of Summer: July 5](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-dawgs-of-summer-july-5/): Mississippi State sent a dozen players to participate in seven different summer leagues across the country. HailState.com takes a weekly look to see how the Diamond Dawgs are performing during this summer. Tap below to read the report.
- [Two simple ideas could completely change college football as we know it](https://leftfieldlounge.com/two-simple-ideas-could-completely-change-college-football-as-we-know-it/): On the Last Word On Sports media podcast, the future of college football was discussed relative to the new 12-team playoff, which begins in 2024. With 12 teams getting into the playoff, Ken Fang of Awful Announcing offered a very perceptive insight. Tap below to read the article by Matt Zemek for Yahoo Sports.
- [Greg Sankey breaks down what can be done to add 'guardrails' to current landscape](https://leftfieldlounge.com/greg-sankey-breaks-down-what-can-be-done-to-add-guardrails-to-current-landscape/): In a sit-down interview with college football analyst Joel Klatt, Sankey discussed extensively the widespread inconsistencies and complete lack of organization or control anybody has over the NIL deals because the states have taken matters into their own hands. Tap below to read the article by Alex Webster for ON3.
- [Why Mississippi State baseball's Kyle Cheesebrough stayed put while holding volunteer role](https://leftfieldlounge.com/why-mississippi-state-baseballs-kyle-cheesebrough-stayed-put-while-holding-volunteer-role/): Kyle Cheesebrough has been at the center of perhaps the most memorable moments in MSU history, but it came in a volunteer assistant role. That is no longer the case for a crucial piece in Mississippi State’s attempt to return to glory in 2024. Tap below to read the article by Stefan Krajisnik of the Mississippi Clarion Ledger for Yahoo Sports.
- [The Dawgs Of Summer: June 28](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-dawgs-of-summer-june-28/): Mississippi State sent a dozen players to participate in six different summer leagues across the country. HailState.com takes a weekly look to see how the Diamond Dawgs are performing during this summer. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Happy Bobby Bonilla Day](https://leftfieldlounge.com/happy-bobby-bonilla-day/): Bobby Bonilla, a former All-Star who last played in 2001, has become the face of the July 1 payday. As part of a deferred salary arrangement, the New York Mets have paid Bonilla a little bit more than $1.19 million ($1,193,248.20 to be exact) on each July 1 since 2011. The annual payments will continue until 2035. 2035! Bonilla, now 60, will be 72 when the payments end. Tap below to read the article by Mike Axisa for CBSSports.
- [The NCAA has proposed cutting the transfer portal window by a significant amount](https://leftfieldlounge.com/the-ncaa-has-proposed-cutting-the-transfer-portal-window-by-a-significant-amount/): On Wednesday, the NCAA Division I Council proposed changes to the transfer portal window for every major collegiate sport, potentially reducing the total number of days student-athletes can enter the transfer portal from 60 to 30, according to ESPN writer Tom VanHaaren. Tap below to read the report from Yahoo Sports.
- [Mississippi State Baseball Camps](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-camps-2/): Welcome to the official Mississippi State Baseball Camps’ Website. Camps are held at Dudy Noble/Polk-DeMent Stadium. The Stadium resides on the Mississippi State campus in Starkville, Mississippi. Join the Baseball coaching staff for camps and clinics geared to improve your baseball skills. To learn more about our program, visit the links at the top of the page. Tap below ti visit the Camps registration site for more info.
- [SEC Announces 2023-24 Executive Committee](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-announces-2023-24-executive-committee/): BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (June 27, 2023) – University of Alabama President Dr. Stuart Bell will begin a two-year term as the President of the SEC’s Executive Committee starting July 1, the Southeastern Conference announced Tuesday. Tap below to read the release from SECSports.
- [National Letter of Intent penalties to lighten for college athletes beginning in 2024-25 cycle, per report](https://leftfieldlounge.com/national-letter-of-intent-penalties-to-lighten-for-college-athletes-beginning-in-2024-25-cycle-per-report/): The National Letter of Intent (NLI) program is undergoing multiple changes beginning with the class of 2024, according to The Athletic. High school prospects sign their NLI at the end of each recruiting cycle as a means of officially joining whichever athletics program they choose and into which are accepted. Tap below to read the report by Will Backus for CBSSports.
- [NCAA sets up confrontation with state lawmakers concerning NIL guidelines](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-sets-up-confrontation-with-state-lawmakers-concerning-nil-guidelines/): The NCAA on Tuesday set up a confrontation with state lawmakers around the country concerning its rules governing athletes’ ability to make money from their name, image and likeness (NIL). Tap below to read the report from the USAToday.
- [Jordan Westburg Called Up To MLB](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jordan-westburg-called-up-to-mlb/): STARKVILLE – After hitting .295 with 18 home runs and 54 RBIs in Triple-A, the Baltimore Orioles No. 3-ranked prospect and former Mississippi State baseball player Jordan Westburg received the call to the majors on Monday (June 26). Tap below to read the release by Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Texas A&M are now the 2012 SEC West Champions, courtesy of LSU football’s probation penalties](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-am-are-now-the-2012-sec-west-champions-courtesy-of-lsu-footballs-probation-penalties/): Breaking news to all Texas A&M football fans: the Aggies can officially add the title of 2012 SEC West Champions to their resume. Well, technically they could. Tap below to read the report from Yahoo Sports.
- [UTSA names Vann Stuedeman head softball coach](https://leftfieldlounge.com/utsa-names-vann-stuedeman-head-softball-coach/): SAN ANTONIO – UTSA Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Lisa Campos announced on Thursday, June 22, that coaching veteran Vann Stuedeman has been selected to be the sixth head softball coach in program history. Tap below to read the release from UTSA Athletics.
- [LSU football vacates all wins from 2012-2015, Les Miles now ineligible for CFB Hall of Fame](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lsu-football-vacates-all-wins-from-2012-2015-les-miles-now-ineligible-for-cfb-hall-of-fame/): LSU has vacated all of its football wins from 2012-2015 after a review of violations from the NCAA’s Independent Accountability Resolution Panel (IARP). tap below to read the article from Yahoo Sportd
- [Mississippi State football used AI in its 2024 SEC opponents reveal](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-football-used-ai-in-its-2024-sec-opponents-reveal/): STARKVILLE — What do a Florida Gator in jorts, a giant orange wearing Tennessee checkered pants and a Texas A&M thumb with legs all have in common? They’re featured in a Mississippi State football 2024 SEC opponents reveal graphic. Tap below to read the report by Stefan Krajisnik of the Mississippi Clarion Ledger
- [Jordan Named Freshman All-American](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jordan-named-freshman-all-american/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State outfielder Dakota Jordan has been named a second team Freshman All-American by Perfect Game on Thursday (June 15). Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Hines, Ledbetter Named ABCA South All-Region](https://leftfieldlounge.com/hines-ledbetter-named-abca-south-all-region/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State designated hitter Hunter Hines and outfielder Colton Ledbetter have earned spots on the 2023 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division I South All-Region team, which was announced by the association on Tuesday (June 13). Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Hunter Hines’ clutch eighth inning blast pushes Yarmouth-Dennis to first win](https://leftfieldlounge.com/hunter-hines-clutch-eighth-inning-blast-pushes-yarmouth-dennis-to-first-win/): The bottom of the eighth initially felt deflating. The Red Sox just surrendered two runs on two errors and had relinquished a once 5-0 lead. Shortly after, Hunter Hines stepped up with a runner on third and no one out. Hines didn’t need anything special; he just needed to put one in play. Tap below to read the report by Ben Strober for the Yarmouth – Dennis Red Sox.
- [Rooker shares hilariously creepy event in haunted Milwaukee hotel](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rooker-shares-hilariously-creepy-event-in-haunted-milwaukee-hotel/): A’s outfielder Brent Rooker got the full experience at the “notoriously haunted” Milwaukee hotel — although it wasn’t nearly as intense as what other MLB players encountered. Tap below to read the report by Tristi Rodriguez for NBC Sports Bay Area
- [Texas A&M legend makes final ballot for Hall of Fame selection](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-am-legend-makes-final-ballot-for-hall-of-fame-selection/): Texas A&M Hall of Famer Jackie Sherrill has made the final cut in the 2024 Texas Sports Hall of Fame ballot. Tap below to read the report by Jarrett Johnson of AggiesWire.
- [IRS Says Donations Made to Nonprofit NIL Collectives Are Not Tax Exempt](https://leftfieldlounge.com/irs-says-donations-made-to-nonprofit-nil-collectives-are-not-tax-exempt/): In news that could rock the world of name, image and likeness, the Internal Revenue Service suggests that nonprofit NIL collectives offering tax deductions could be breaking the law. Tap below to read the report from Ross Dellenger of Sports Illustrated.
- [NCAA made a ‘big mistake’ by not setting up framework for NIL compensation, new president says](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-made-a-big-mistake-by-not-setting-up-framework-for-nil-compensation-new-president-says/): WASHINGTON (AP) — NCAA President Charlie Baker said Thursday he wants a federal law to regulate the way college athletes can be compensated for endorsement deals that creates a registry of deals, agent certification and uniform contract standards. Tap below to read the report by Ralph D. Russo of The Associated Press.
- [Five from SEC named Baseball Academic All-America®](https://leftfieldlounge.com/five-from-sec-named-baseball-academic-all-america/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (June 7, 2023)—–Five Southeastern Conference baseball student-athletes have been named to the Academic All-America® Team, according to an announcement Wednesday by the College Sports Communicators (CSC). Tap below to read the release from SECSports.com
- [Diamond Dawgs in College Baseball Summer Leagues](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-in-college-baseball-summer-leagues/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball program sent a handful of student-athletes to play summer baseball in various leagues around the east coast. Tap below to red the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Baseball Canada announces Pan Am Games Qualifier roster](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-canada-announces-pan-am-games-qualifier-roster/): OTTAWA – Baseball Canada is pleased to announce the names of 24 athletes, including former Mississippi State star Jacob Robson, selected to represent Canada at the WBSC Americas Pan Am Games Qualifier in Buenos Aires, Argentina from June 16-21. Tap below to read the release by Baseball Canada.
- [NIL Summit generates predictions of more dramatic changes on college landscape](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nil-summit-generates-predictions-of-more-dramatic-changes-on-college-landscape/): ATLANTA (AP) — Only days before a contingent of Southeastern Conference coaches and administrators will ask for federal help in regulating the expanding ability of college athletes to earn money while still in school, the second annual NIL Summit delivered predictions of more dramatic changes to the landscape of college sports. Tap below to read the report by Charles Odum of the Associate Press.
- [Mississippi State Baseball Camps](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-baseball-camps/): Click below to visit the MSU Baseball camp registration site.
- [California Assembly passes bill allowing college athletes to be paid by schools](https://leftfieldlounge.com/california-assembly-passes-bill-allowing-college-athletes-to-be-paid-by-schools/): The California Assembly on Thursday narrowly voted to approve legislation that would create the unprecedented opportunity for college athletes in the state to receive payments from their schools based on their respective team revenue. Tap below to read the report by Steve Berkowitz for the USAToday.
- [SEC Establishes 2024 Football Schedule Format](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-establishes-2024-football-schedule-format/): SANDESTIN BEACH, Florida (June 1, 2023) – The Southeastern Conference has established a scheduling format for the 2024 football season as it continues to finalize a long-term strategy as a 16-team conference, it was announced Thursday.
- [Former Detroit Tigers big-leaguer is helping ignite the Kansas City Monarchs’ offense](https://leftfieldlounge.com/former-detroit-tigers-big-leaguer-is-helping-ignite-the-kansas-city-monarchs-offense/): For Jacob Robson and the Kansas City Monarchs, little things can make a big difference. The former Detroit Tigers player hit three home runs in three games in the Monarchs’ weekend series. Tap below to read the article by Carter Woodiel of the Kansas City Star
- [SEC commissioner Greg Sankey decries state-by-state NIL laws, calls for uniformity](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-commissioner-greg-sankey-decries-state-by-state-nil-laws-calls-for-uniformity/): There is a growing chorus of coaches and administrators across college sports clamoring for national standards in NIL practices. SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey has taken up his part. Tap below to read the report by Andrew Graham for ON3.com
- [Jordan Invited To USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jordan-invited-to-usa-baseball-collegiate-national-team-training-camp/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State outfielder Dakota Jordan has been invited to the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp and will look to be the fourteenth Diamond Dawg and first since 2021 to make the 26-man roster. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Hines and Jordan Earn All-SEC Honors](https://leftfieldlounge.com/hines-and-jordan-earn-all-sec-honors/): STARKVILLE – Two members of Mississippi State’s baseball team received postseason honors from the Southeastern Conference on Monday. Designated hitter Hunter Hines was named first-team All-SEC by the league’s coaches, while outfielder Dakota Jordan was tabbed to the Freshman All-SEC Team. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Unable to Match Aggies on Senior Day](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-unable-to-match-aggies-on-senior-day/): STARKVILLE – Offense was rampant in the final matchup between the Aggies and Bulldogs, but Mississippi State ultimately fell to Texas A&M by a score of 15-10. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [SEC Baseball Tournament Tiebreakers](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-baseball-tournament-tiebreakers/): The two division champions shall be automatically seeded number one and number two based on winning percentage in conference competition. The rest shall be seeded numbers three through 12 based on winning percentage without regard to division. Tap below to read the tiebreak rules from the SEC.
- [Dawgs Fall Late To Texas A&M](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-fall-late-to-texas-am/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped the second game of the series to the Texas A&M Aggies by a score of 6-4. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Cardiac Dawgs Walk-off Game One over Texas A&M](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cardiac-dawgs-walk-off-game-one-over-texas-am/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs overcame a five-run deficit and walked off the Texas A&M Aggies in style, taking the first game of the series by a score of 10-8. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: hosts Texas A&M](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-hosts-texas-am/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs return to Dudy Noble Field to close out the 2023 season against Texas A&M in a three-game SEC series. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [2023 SEC Baseball Community Service Team Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2023-sec-baseball-community-service-team-announced/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (May 17, 2023)—– In a continuing effort to recognize the accomplishments of student-athletes beyond the field of competition, the Southeastern Conference has highlighted a Community Service Team for baseball for the 2023 season. Tap below to read the release from the SEC on this year’s winners.
- [Diamond Dawgs Place Three on Academic All-District Team](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-place-three-on-academic-all-district-team/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State baseball placed three student-athletes on the Collegiate Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team, which was announced Tuesday (May 16). Tap to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [SEC Baseball Power Rankings: A new No. 1 has emerged](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-baseball-power-rankings-a-new-no-1-has-emerged/): The SEC baseball season is down to its final week and teams are working to get into shape for the SEC Tournament and beyond. Tap below to read the report by JD McCarthy for Yahoo Sports.
- [Weather Forces North Alabama Game Cancelation](https://leftfieldlounge.com/weather-forces-north-alabama-game-cancelation/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball program has announced that the Tuesday (May 16) contest against North Alabama has been canceled due to impending weather. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host North Alabama](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-north-alabama-2/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs return to Dudy Noble Field to open a four-game homestand to close out the 2023 regular season. The Dawgs open the homestand against North Alabama on Tuesday night. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Here's Mississippi State baseball's difficult path to claim final 2023 SEC tournament spot](https://leftfieldlounge.com/heres-mississippi-state-baseballs-difficult-path-to-claim-final-2023-sec-tournament-spot/): STARKVILLE — Mississippi State baseball enters its final week of the regular season on the outside to qualify for the SEC tournament. Tap below to read the scenarios.
- [David Mershon Named SEC Freshman of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/david-mershon-named-sec-freshman-of-the-week/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Mississippi State’s David Mershon was named Southeastern Conference Co-Freshman of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday afternoon. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [Comeback Dawgs Win Series over No. 2 LSU](https://leftfieldlounge.com/comeback-dawgs-win-series-over-no-2-lsu/): BATON ROUGE, La. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs earned their second comeback win in as many days, as they took game three over the LSU Tigers by a score of 14-13. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Eighth Inning Explosion Propels Dawgs to Victory over No. 2 LSU](https://leftfieldlounge.com/eighth-inning-explosion-propels-dawgs-to-victory-over-no-2-lsu/): BATON ROUGE, La. – Fueled by a huge eighth inning, the Mississippi State Bulldogs came from behind to pick up a game two win against the second-ranked LSU Tigers, by a score of 9-4. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Baseball Drops Opener to No. 2 LSU](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-drops-opener-to-no-2-lsu/): BATON ROUGE, La. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped the first game in Baton Rouge against the second-ranked LSU Tigers, by a score of 12-1. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Hines Named Finalist for Ferriss Trophy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/hines-named-finalist-for-ferriss-trophy/): JACKSON – Mississippi State infielder Hunter Hines has been named one of five finalists for the 2023 Ferris Trophy presented by MBCI and Pearl River Resort, it was announced Friday (May 12). Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Zac Selmon Formally Announces Additions To Leadership Team](https://leftfieldlounge.com/zac-selmon-formally-announces-additions-to-leadership-team/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon has formally announced the additions of Joey Bailey as Deputy Athletics Director for Strategic Initiatives and Administration, and Tom Greene as Deputy Athletics Director for External Engagement to the department’s senior leadership team. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [O’s GM Mike Elias on Adley Rutschman’s contract, Jordan Westburg’s timeline and more](https://leftfieldlounge.com/os-gm-mike-elias-on-adley-rutschmans-contract-jordan-westburgs-timeline-and-more/): Mike Elias was mum on possible extensions for Adley Rutschman and other Orioles players, said Gunnar Henderson’s slow start was not worrisome Tap below to read the report by Andy Kostka for the Baltimore Banner.
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: at LSU](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-at-lsu-2/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs return to Southeastern Conference play when they travel to Baton Rouge, La. for a three game with the LSU Tigers. First pitch for Friday is set for 7:30 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Welcome to the wide world of SEC baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/welcome-to-the-wide-world-of-sec-baseball/): The SEC is amateur hardball’s biggest party, seemingly no matter which of the league’s 14 venues one chooses to visit. And these top-ranked environments are also home to some of the top teams in the country, too. Tap below to read the article by Ryan McGee for ESPN.com
- [Weather Cancels Midweek Contest against Memphis Tigers](https://leftfieldlounge.com/weather-cancels-midweek-contest-against-memphis-tigers/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State University baseball contest against the Memphis Tigers has been canceled due to inclement weather. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [An Open Letter on Power 5 - Group of 5 Branding](https://leftfieldlounge.com/an-open-letter-on-power-5-group-of-5-branding/): The use of P5 has created a divide in Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) football that is not healthy and that is often not supported by competitive results on the field and court. The recent realignment in college athletics has further eroded the P5 concept. Tap below to read the open letter from American Athletic Conference commissioner Mike Aresco
- [Jay Johnson weighs in on 4th inning ejection controversy in Game 2 loss to Auburn](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jay-johnson-weighs-in-on-4th-inning-ejection-controversy-in-game-2-loss-to-auburn/): The Tigers led 2-0 early in that game, but things started collapsing on the mound for the Tigers in the fourth inning, and it started with a controversial ejection. Tap below to read the report from Yahoo Sports.
- [Tennessee high school's baseball season ends in playoffs after pitch count violation wipes out no-hitter](https://leftfieldlounge.com/tennessee-high-schools-baseball-season-ends-in-playoffs-after-pitch-count-violation-wipes-out-no-hitter/): Ensworth’s Connor Cobb threw one pitch over the 120-pitch limit during Wednesday’s game. Tap below to read the report by Chris Bengel for CBSSports.com
- [Diamond Dawg Gameday: host Memphis](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-gameday-host-memphis/): STARKVILLE – The Bulldogs return to action with a midweek matchup against the Memphis Tigers on Tuesday. First pitch for the contest is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Drop Game Three to No. 6 Razorbacks](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-drop-game-three-to-no-6-razorbacks/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs were unable to bounce back against the No. 6 Arkansas Razorbacks, dropping Sunday’s contest by a score of 11-6. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [JP France Called Up To MLB](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jp-france-called-up-to-mlb/): STARKVILLE – After posting a 2.33 earned run average in 19.1 innings at Triple-A this season, former Mississippi State baseball player JP France received the call to the Majors, the Houston Astros announced on Saturday (May 6). Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Fall in Game Two of Series to No. 6 Arkansas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-fall-in-game-two-of-series-to-no-6-arkansas/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped game two of the series against the No. 6 Arkansas Razorbacks by a score of 14-2. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Oklahoma, Texas Receive Final Approvals to Join SEC in 2024](https://leftfieldlounge.com/oklahoma-texas-receive-final-approvals-to-join-sec-in-2024/): Oklahoma and Texas now can officially leave the Big 12 and join the SEC on July 1, 2024. Tap below to read the report by Wilton Jackson for Sports Illustrated.
- [Weather Forces Time Change for Baseball Midweek](https://leftfieldlounge.com/weather-forces-time-change-for-baseball-midweek-2/): STARKVILLE – Due to the threat of inclement weather, Mississippi State baseball’s midweek contest versus Central Arkansas has been moved up to an 11 a.m. first pitch on Tuesday, April 2 at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Drop Game Three to No. 6 Florida](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-drop-game-three-to-no-6-florida/): GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The Mississippi State baseball team looked to win the series against No. 6 Florida on Sunday afternoon but came up short as they were defeated 4-3. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Take Down No. 6 Florida, 12-2](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-take-down-no-6-florida-12-2/): GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The Mississippi State baseball team evened the series with No. 6 Florida on Saturday evening, winning game two of the series, 12-2. The Diamond Dawgs hit five home runs in the game, the first time they accomplished this feat since the 2022 season. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Drop Game One to No. 6 Florida](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-drop-game-one-to-no-6-florida/): GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs battled in game one of a top 25 showdown with No. 6 Florida on Friday night at Condron Family Ballpark, but the Dawgs could not hold onto the lead and dropped game one of the series, 7-6. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Set For Top 25 Matchup With Florida](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-set-for-top-25-matchup-with-florida/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball team heads to Gainesville, Fla. for a top 25 showdown with No. 6 Florida in Southeastern Conference action. The three-game set will run Friday-Sunday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Take Down Samford in Extras](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-take-down-samford-in-extras/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs defeated the Samford Bulldogs by a score of 9-5 in 10 innings. The Maroon and White’s bats stayed hot as they accumulated 11 hits and hit three home runs, including the go-ahead homer by Bryce Chance in the top of the tenth inning. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics
- [Diamond Dawgs Head To Samford For A Midweek Tilt](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-head-to-samford-for-a-midweek-tilt/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball team heads to Birmingham, Ala., on Tuesday for a midweek tilt with Samford. This is the fourth road game of a seven-game road trip for the Diamond Dawgs. Tuesday first pitch is set for 6 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Drop Series Finale Against No. 7 Texas A&M](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-drop-series-finale-against-no-7-texas-am/): COLLEGE STATION, Texas – The Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped the series finale to the No. 7 Texas A&M Aggies by a score of 6-1. Mississippi State now fall to 3-3 in SEC play and 17-8 overall. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Victorious Against Memphis in Offensive Explosion](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-victorious-against-memphis-in-offensive-explosion/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated the Memphis Tigers by a score of 17-9 in midweek action on Tuesday night at Dudy Noble Field. The Dawgs were in a 9-3 hole in the fifth, but they responded well, scoring 14 unanswered runs. State tallied 16 hits as a team and batted .380 for the game. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Host Memphis in Midweek Action](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-host-memphis-in-midweek-action/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball team returns to Dudy Noble Field to host Memphis in midweek action on Tuesday. First pitch is set for 4 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Nolan Stevens Named SEC Freshman of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nolan-stevens-named-sec-freshman-of-the-week/): BIRMINGHAM – Mississippi State freshman Nolan Stevens has been named SEC Freshman of the Week the conference office announced on Monday. Stevens becomes the first Dawg to win this award this season. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Comeback Falls Short Against #2 LSU](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-comeback-falls-short-against-2-lsu/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs’ comeback against No. 2 LSU came up short, as they were defeated 9-8 by the Tigers. Playing in front of 13,974 fans, the Tigers jumped out to an early 9-1 lead over the Dawgs, but MSU scored seven unanswered runs before falling in the game. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Down No. 2 LSU in SEC Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-down-no-2-lsu-in-sec-opener/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs defeated the No. 2 LSU Tigers, 10-4, in the SEC opener for both schools. The Maroon and White recorded 16 hits and limited the Tigers’ offense to six hits on the night at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Defeat New Orleans, 2-1](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-defeat-new-orleans-2-1/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs got its first extra-innings win of the season to close out the Hancock Whitney Classic on Wednesday night. Aaron Downs came up to the plate with the bases loaded and walked off New Orleans, 2-1, improving the Dawgs to 13-5 on the season. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Fall to South Alabama in Biloxi](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-fall-to-south-alabama-in-biloxi/): BILOXI, Miss – The Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped its opener at The Hancock Whitney Classic on Tuesday evening to South Alabama, 6-5 at Shuckers Ballpark. Dakota Jordan hit a two-run home run for the Dawgs for his fifth straight game with a homer. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Head to Biloxi For a Pair of Games](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-head-to-biloxi-for-a-pair-of-games/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball team returns to Biloxi to face South Alabama and New Orleans at the Hancock Whitney Classic. First pitch is set for 6 p.m. on Tuesday night and 5 p.m. Wednesday at Shucker Ballpark. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dakota Jordan Named SEC Co-Player of the Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dakota-jordan-named-sec-co-player-of-the-week/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Mississippi State sophomore outfielder Dakota Jordan has been named SEC Co-Player of the Week, the conference office announced Monday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Win Seventh Straight; Down Evansville, 5-2](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-win-seventh-straight-down-evansville-5-2/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball team defeated the University of Evansville Aces on Friday night by a score of 5-2 in game one of the series. The win for the Dawgs was the seventh straight victory. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Return to Dudy Noble Field To Host Evansville](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-return-to-dudy-noble-field-to-host-evansville/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball team returns to action on Friday, March 8 when they host Evansville at Dudy Noble Field. The three-game series is slated for a 6 p.m. first pitch on Friday, a 4 p.m. start Saturday and a 1 p.m. finale on Sunday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Head to Pearl to Face Southern Miss](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-head-to-pearl-to-face-southern-miss/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs return to action on Tuesday with a midweek matchup against Southern Miss in the first game of the C Spire College Series hosted by Spectrum Events. The game will be played in Pearl, Miss., at Trustmark Park, with the first pitch set for 6 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Complete Series Sweep Over Mount St. Mary's](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-complete-series-sweep-over-mount-st-marys/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs earned a weekend series sweep over Mount St. Mary’s following a pair of wins on Saturday afternoon. The Diamond Dawgs took game one, 7-2, before earning the sweep in game three, 6-0. The shutout in game two of the doubleheader was the first shutout since June 30, 2021.
- [Dawgs Explode For 19 Runs in Win Over Jackson State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-explode-for-19-runs-in-win-over-jackson-state/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball team exploded for 19 runs in a 19-6 victory over Jackson State on Tuesday. The Diamond Dawgs used a 13-run inning to take control of the contest. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Host Jackson State in Midweek Action](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-host-jackson-state-in-midweek-action/): STARKVILLE– The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs return to action Tuesday afternoon for a midweek contest against Jackson State at Dudy Noble Field with first pitch is set for 3 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Earn Series Victory Over Ga. Southern](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-earn-series-victory-over-ga-southern/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs earned a series victory over Gerogia Southern on Sunday afternoon as they won the rubber game, 10-2, over the Eagles. The Bulldogs offense exploded for 10 runs in the game as well had a solid outing on the mound. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Falls To Georgia Southern](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-falls-to-georgia-southern/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball team fell behind early and could not comeback as they were defeated by Georgia Southern, 11-4, in game two of the series. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Strong Pitching Leads Dawgs to Victory Over Georgia Southern](https://leftfieldlounge.com/strong-pitching-leads-dawgs-to-victory-over-georgia-southern/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs used strong pitching performances en route to a 5-1 victory over Georgia Southern in the series opener. The Dawgs pitching staff struck out 15 hitters and limited the Eagles to six hits. Nate Dohm led the team with 10 strikeouts on the night.. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Former Diamond Dog Matthew Ramsey Artemis II Mission Manager](https://leftfieldlounge.com/former-diamond-dog-matthew-ramsey-artemis-ii-mission-manager/): Matthew Ramsey is keenly aware of the responsibility he shoulders to ensure the agency’s missions to the Moon are safe and successful. As the mission manager for Artemis II, NASA’s first crewed mission under Artemis, Ramsey is charged with helping to define the requirements and priorities for the missions and certifying that the hardware and operations needed to support flight are ready. Tap below to read the release from NASA.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set To Host Ga. Southern](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-to-host-ga-southern/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs return to action on Friday night for the series opener against Georgia Southern at Dudy Noble Field. This will be the first matchup since 1990 for these two programs. Friday’s first pitch is set for 4 p.m., while Saturday has a first pitch of 2 p.m. and Sunday is slated for 1 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Woodruff staying with Brewers on backloaded 2-year deal worth $17.5 million](https://leftfieldlounge.com/woodruff-staying-with-brewers-on-backloaded-2-year-deal-worth-17-5-million/): PHOENIX (AP) — Brandon Woodruff is staying with the Milwaukee Brewers after all. The right-hander has finalized a backloaded $17.5 million, two-year contract with Milwaukee that includes a mutual option for the 2026 season. Tap below to read the report from the Associated Press.
- [Diamond Dawgs Fall to Austin Peay, 13-10](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-fall-to-austin-peay-13-10/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped its second straight contest on Wednesday as they dropped the contest, 13-10. The Diamond Dawgs came out hot putting up five runs in the first inning led by a homerun from Amani Larry, his first of the season. Larry’s leadoff home run was the first since May 21, 2022, when RJ Yeager hit a leadoff home run against Tennessee. Larry went 2-for-5 at the plate with a home run, an RBI and three runs. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Fall to Austin Peay](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-fall-to-austin-peay/): STARKVILLE – Coming into the first midweek games of the season, the Mississippi State Bulldogs could not get the bats going as they were limited to four hits over the first game of a two-game set with Austin Peay State University. The Dawgs were defeated by a score of 3-2. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State University.
- [Diamond Dawgs Host Austin Peay in Midweek Action](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-host-austin-peay-in-midweek-action/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs return to action on Tuesday and Wednesday when they host Austin Peay in midweek action at Dudy Noble Field. First pitch for each contests are set for 4 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Earn Series Victory Over Air Force](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-earn-series-victory-over-air-force/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball team won their first series of the 2024 season on Sunday afternoon after defeating Air Force, 10-2. The Diamond Dawgs used a five-run fifth inning to pull away from the Falcons. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Drop Pitchers' Duel to Air Force](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-drop-pitchers-duel-to-air-force/): STARKVILLE – On a cold and windy night at Dudy Noble Field, the Mississippi State Bulldogs were locked in a pitchers duel with the Air Force Academy before falling 3-2. Khal Stephen led the Dawgs on the mount on he collected a career-high 11 strikeouts. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Victorious on Opening Day](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-victorious-on-opening-day/): STAKRVILLE – In front of the largest opening day crowd in Mississippi State’s history (11,216), Mississippi State (1-0) shined offensively and defensively en route to an 8-4 victory over Air Force. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Turning Up The Dude: The 2024 Walk-Up Playlist](https://leftfieldlounge.com/turning-up-the-dude-the-2024-walk-up-playlist/): Take a peek at the songs that will welcome the Diamond Dawgs to the plate or mound in the season ahead. Tap below to see the list.
- [Governor’s Cup between Ole Miss, Mississippi State to be on TV for first time since 2018](https://leftfieldlounge.com/governors-cup-between-ole-miss-mississippi-state-to-be-on-tv-for-first-time-since-2018/): According to the Southeastern Conference’s official broadcast schedule, the annual Governor’s Cup between the Rebels and Bulldogs will be on cable television for the first time since 2018. The midweek matchup in Pearl is set for Wednesday, May 1, and will be broadcast on ESPNU. Tap below to read the report from SuperTalk Mississippi.
- [Diamond Dawgs Open the 2024 Season Against Air Force](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-open-the-2024-season-against-air-force/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs return to Dudy Noble Field for the 2024 season on Friday to host Air Force in a three-game series in Starkville. First pitch on Friday is set for 4 p.m., with Saturday set for a 4 p.m. start and the series wraps on Sunday with a 1 p.m. start. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Schuelke Named To The NCBWA Preseason Stopper of the Year List](https://leftfieldlounge.com/schuelke-named-to-the-ncbwa-preseason-stopper-of-the-year-list/): DALLAS – Mississippi State pitcher Cam Schuelke has been named to the Preseason National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA) Stopper of the Year Watchlist. The award is given to the top reliever in college baseball. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Baseball Announces Opening Weekend Game Times](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-announces-opening-weekend-game-times-2/): STARKVILLE – The 2024 Mississippi State baseball season is right around the corner and the opening weekend game times are set. The Diamond Dawgs will open the season at 4 p.m. CT on Friday, Feb.16, at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dakota Jordan Named To The Golden Spike Award Preseason Watch List](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dakota-jordan-named-to-the-golden-spike-award-preseason-watch-list/): CARY, N.C. – Mississippi State’s Dakota Jordan was one of 55 players across the country to be named by the Golden Spikes Award Preseason Watch List, beginning the process of identifying the best amateur baseball player in the 2024 season, USA Baseball announced on Friday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [2024 Baseball Preseason Poll, All-SEC Team announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2024-baseball-preseason-poll-all-sec-team-announced/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Feb. 8, 2024)—–Arkansas has been predicted to win the 2024 Southeastern Conference baseball championship as voted by the league’s 14 head coaches in the annual preseason poll released Thursday. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [Dakota Jordan Named Preseason All-SEC](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dakota-jordan-named-preseason-all-sec/): BIRMINGHAM – Mississippi State’s Dakota Jordan earned Second Team Preseason All-SEC honors as voted on by the league’s coaches, the conference office announced on Thursday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Baseball Announces Opening Weekend Promotions](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-announces-opening-weekend-promotions/): STARKVILLE – With baseball’s season opener right around the corner, the Mississippi State athletic department has announced the promotions for Opening Weekend at Dudy Noble Field. The entirety of opening weekend will be dedicated to honoring our nation’s brave service members in a special Military Appreciation Weekend at The Dude. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [SEC announces 2022-23 revenue distribution](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-announces-2022-23-revenue-distribution/): BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (February 8, 2024) – Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey on Thursday announced revenue distribution of $741.0 million to the SEC’s 14 universities for the 2022-23 fiscal year, which ended August 31, 2023. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [Jordan Named Preseason All-American By Baseball America](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jordan-named-preseason-all-american-by-baseball-america/): STARKVILLE – On Monday, Baseball America presented its 2024 Preseason All-America college teams, as voted on by the scouting departments of major league organizations, and sophomore outfielder Dakota Jordan earned third-team honors. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [With CFP still undecided on future format, SEC and Big Ten express doubts in commitment](https://leftfieldlounge.com/with-cfp-still-undecided-on-future-format-sec-and-big-ten-express-doubts-in-commitment/): SEC commissioner Greg Sankey and Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti, for the first time publicly, expressed doubts in their commitment to the future of the CFP if leaders can’t “get right” a litany of issues. Tap below to read the report by Ross Dellenger for Yahoo Sports.
- [SEC commissioner Greg Sankey: NCAA 'distracted' by NIL-related cases, needs to focus on 'big realities'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-commissioner-greg-sankey-ncaa-distracted-by-nil-related-cases-needs-to-focus-on-big-realities/): SEC commissioner Greg Sankey says the NCAA should focus on the “big realities” in college athletics rather than pursuing individual cases of recruiting violations of the association’s name, image and likeness (NIL) policy. Tap below to read the report Ross Dellenger for YahooSports.
- [FUTURE SEC BASEBALL TOURNAMENT FORMAT APPROVED](https://leftfieldlounge.com/future-sec-baseball-tournament-format-approved/): BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (February 1, 2024) – All 16 Southeastern Conference baseball teams will participate in the league’s annual post-season tournament in a single-elimination format beginning with the 2025 baseball season, it was announced Thursday.  The future tournament format was approved by the SEC athletics directors in preparation for the addition of Oklahoma and Texas to the Conference beginning with the 2024-25 athletic year. Under the existing format, the top 12 teams in the final 14-team regular season standings participate in a hybrid single/double elimination tournament over a six-day period.  The existing format will be in effect for the 2024 SEC Baseball…
- [2024 SEC Baseball television schedule announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2024-sec-baseball-television-schedule-announced/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Feb. 1, 2024) – A total of 94 Southeastern Conference baseball games are slated to be televised during the 2024 season by SEC Network, ESPN2 and ESPNU, it was announced Thursday. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [Fan Information for Weekend Baseball Scrimmages](https://leftfieldlounge.com/fan-information-for-weekend-baseball-scrimmages-2/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State baseball will hold a pair of weekend scrimmages at Dudy Noble Field that are open to the public. Due to ongoing enhancements at various locations in the stadium, fans planning to attend the scrimmages are advised of the following guidelines. Tap below for more information from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Former Diamond Dog Brad Freeman to Officiate 2024 Super Bowl](https://leftfieldlounge.com/former-diamond-dog-brad-freeman-to-officiate-2024-super-bowl/): Former Diamond Dog Brad Freeman will be following his father’s footsteps and officiating the 2024 NFL Super Bowl. Tap below to read the article from CBSSports.
- [Left Field Lounge Move In Information](https://leftfieldlounge.com/left-field-lounge-move-in-information/): The Left Field Lounge will be open for you to move in your supplies for the 2024 season Friday and Saturday, February 2 – 3 at the following times: Friday, February 2 from 3 – 7 p.m. Saturday, February 3 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. The centerfield gate will be open during the times above and you may use the circle drive to drop supplies outside the gate. Please park your vehicle in the parking lot across Lakeview Dr. behind the baseball scoreboard. We will have staff members on site to assist with unloading and getting your supplies to your…
- [Diamond Dawgs Fan Day Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-fan-day-announced-2/): STARKVILLE – It is just about time to hit the lights in 2024 at Dudy Noble Field, as the Mississippi State baseball program will host Fan Day on Saturday, Feb. 10 at the Palmeiro Center. Fan Day will run from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10 inside the Palmeiro Center, located adjacent to Dudy Noble Field and Humphrey Coliseum, weather permitting. Tap below to read the report from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Foscue talks Rookie Program](https://leftfieldlounge.com/foscue-talks-rookie-program/): Rangers 6th-ranked prospect Justin Foscue talks about what he’s been working on during the offseason, learning the infield positions and more. Tap below to view the video on MILB.com
- [Hines Named Preseason All-American by Perfect Game](https://leftfieldlounge.com/hines-named-preseason-all-american-by-perfect-game/): CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – On Thursday, Perfect Game announced its Preseason All-American teams, and Hunter Hines earned Third Team honors. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [College leaders mulling several significant changes to NCAA transfer policy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-leaders-mulling-several-significant-changes-to-ncaa-transfer-policy/): College leaders are seriously considering several significant changes to the NCAA transfer policy, including abolishing the year-in-residency penalty, increasing transfer academic eligibility requirements and levying financial penalties on schools that don’t meet academic benchmarks. Tap below to read the report by Ross Dellenger for Yahoo Sports.
- [RIP Ryan Duffy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rip-ryan-duffy/): Saw this morning that former Diamond Dawg Ryan Duffy left us. Here is a note posted by his mother. Rest easy Duff. My son Ryan was taken to the ER last Thursday, 12/14/23. The doctors thought at first he had a very serious infection. He was unresponsive and comatose with extremely high fever. He never regained consciousness. After further tests over 5 days in the ICU, doctors confirmed our fears, that Ryan had permanent and unreversible brain damage Extremely low blood pressure as a result of his spinal cord injury caused limited oxygen to the brain over time. He didn’t suffer.…
- [NLRB hearing begins weighing consequential athlete employee question this week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/nlrb-hearing-begins-weighing-consequential-athlete-employee-question-this-week/): Amid widespread industry tumult, one existential question hovers over all others: Should NCAA college athletes be deemed employees of their universities? Tap below to read the report on ON3.com
- [NCAA, states seek to extend restraining order letting transfer athletes play through the spring](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-states-seek-to-extend-restraining-order-letting-transfer-athletes-play-through-the-spring/): CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — The NCAA and a coalition of states suing the organization asked a federal court Friday to extend a small window for multiple-transfer athletes to compete through at least the winter and spring semesters. Tap below to read the report from the Associated Press.
- [NCAA: Transfers who play during TRO could lose eligibility](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-transfers-who-play-during-tro-could-lose-eligibility/): The NCAA added another layer of chaos to the fallout of Wednesday’s federal ruling on transfer rules, saying Thursday that student-athletes who participate in games during the 14-day temporary restraining order will lose a season of eligibility if the ruling is reversed. Tap below to read the report by ESPN.
- [Federal Judge Strikes Down NCAA Transfer Restrictions](https://leftfieldlounge.com/federal-judge-strikes-down-ncaa-transfer-restrictions/): On Wednesday, a federal judge in West Virginia ruled to temporarily prohibit the NCAA from enforcing restrictions on second-time transfers for two weeks. Tap below to read the report from Front Office Sports.
- [Lawsuit aims to eliminate all NCAA transfer restrictions, while some are pushing for a stricter policy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lawsuit-aims-to-eliminate-all-ncaa-transfer-restrictions-while-some-are-pushing-for-a-stricter-policy/): A judge’s ruling on Wednesday at 10 a.m. could at least temporarily lift the association’s rules around second-time transfers, opening a path for athletes who have had waivers denied or whose waiver is outstanding to play immediately at their new schools. Tap below to read the report from Yahoo Sports.
- [Multiple hurdles remain on path to paying college athletes despite concessions in new NCAA proposal](https://leftfieldlounge.com/multiple-hurdles-remain-on-path-to-paying-college-athletes-despite-concessions-in-new-ncaa-proposal/): While the NCAA has taken a notable step, there is still a long ways to go. Tap below to read the article by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.
- [Sixth Ron Polk Ring of Honor Class Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sixth-ron-polk-ring-of-honor-class-announced/): STARKVILLE – The sixth class of the Ron Polk Ring of Honor will see their plaques unveiled this spring when the trio of Bobby Reed, Jim Ellis and C.S. “Buddy” Myer are enshrined as the 2024 class. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [NCAA proposing new college athletics subdivision rooted in direct athlete compensation](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-proposing-new-college-athletics-subdivision-rooted-in-direct-athlete-compensation/): NCAA president Charlie Baker is planning to introduce this week a proposal to create a new subdivision within Division I that grants certain schools more autonomy around policy-making and permits them to compensate athletes in a new and profound way. Tap below to read the report from Yahoo Sports.
- [Tickets For The 2024 Hancock Whitney Classic On Sale Now](https://leftfieldlounge.com/tickets-for-the-2024-hancock-whitney-classic-on-sale-now/): BILOXI, Miss. – Tickets are now on sale for Mississippi State’s set of games at MGM Park in 2024. The Diamond Dawgs will participate in the 2024 Hancock Whitney Classic. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Is college athletics headed for The Great Split? 'We need to recreate or relaunch the NCAA'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/is-college-athletics-headed-for-the-great-split-we-need-to-recreate-or-relaunch-the-ncaa/): The Great Split is no longer a far-fetched idea or a long-shot theory. It is instead a looming reality in light of legal challenges facing college athletics. Tap below to read the article by Ross Dellenger for Yahoo Sports.
- [SEC Announces Permanent Opponents for Baseball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-announces-permanent-opponents-for-baseball/): BIRMINGHAM – The Southeastern Conference on Thursday announced the two permanent opponents for each school in the future baseball scheduling format. The format will take effect beginning with the 2025 season. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [MSU announces new gameday safety regulations](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-announces-new-gameday-safety-regulations/): STARKVILLE, Miss. – Mississippi State University is instituting several new rules and policies to make tailgating in the Junction safer and more enjoyable for fans and to provide the family-friendly environment that Bulldog fans expect and deserve. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State.
- [Ex-UNF coach Tim Parenton a great example of toughness, kindness to everybody](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ex-unf-coach-tim-parenton-a-great-example-of-toughness-kindness-to-everybody/): Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog.
- [UNF, College Athletics Mourns Loss of Tim Parenton](https://leftfieldlounge.com/unf-college-athletics-mourns-loss-of-tim-parenton/): The thoughts and prayers of the North Florida Athletics community go out to the family, friends, colleagues, teammates and peers connected to Tim Parenton, who passed away yesterday October 30, 2023 at the age of 61, after over a four-year battle with cancer. Tap below to read more.
- [Mother’s Cancer Is Something Lowe Brothers Are ‘Learning To Deal With’ As They Meet In Wild Card Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mothers-cancer-is-something-lowe-brothers-are-learning-to-deal-with-as-they-meet-in-wild-card-series/): Nathaniel’s and Josh’s mother, Wendy, will not be able to attend the series. Josh revealed Monday that Wendy has been battling brain cancer. Tap below to read the article, and keep tha family in your thoughts and prayers.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set for Fall World Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-for-fall-world-series-2/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State Baseball will begin its annual Fall World Series on Wednesday, Oct. 4, at Dudy Noble Field. All three games of the series are open to the public and free admission. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Athletes seek 'seat at table' in new college sports model](https://leftfieldlounge.com/athletes-seek-seat-at-table-in-new-college-sports-model/): The walls are closing in on the current model of college sports. Lawyers, politicians, industry professionals and now a growing number of the athletes themselves are chipping away at the last vestiges of amateurism. Tap below to read the article by Dan Murphy of ESPN.
- [Here’s what’s ruining college football, three minutes at a time](https://leftfieldlounge.com/heres-whats-ruining-college-football-three-minutes-at-a-time/): The average Division I college football game lasts three hours, 22 minutes. Some stretch to four hours and longer. Why is that? Tap below to read the article by Rick Cleveland to find out his thoughts on why.
- [Diamond Dawgs Announce 2024 SEC Slate](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-announce-2024-sec-slate/): STARKVILLE – The Southeastern Conference portion of the schedule is now set for Mississippi State baseball, as it was announced by the league office on Wednesday (Sept. 13). Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Announce Fall Dates](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-announce-fall-dates/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State head baseball coach Chris Lemonis has announced the Diamond Dawgs’ fall schedule. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [ACC votes to add Stanford, Cal, SMU: Conference presidents approve expansion to 18 schools](https://leftfieldlounge.com/acc-votes-to-add-stanford-cal-smu-conference-presidents-approve-expansion-to-18-schools/): ACC presidents voted to extend conference invitations to Stanford, California and SMU on Friday, sources tell CBS Sports’ Dennis Dodd. The three schools, should they formally apply for membership, will join the league for the 2024 college football season. Tap below to read the report by Dennis Dodd of CBSSports.
- [Selmon Announces Prentice As New Deputy AD](https://leftfieldlounge.com/selmon-announces-prentice-as-new-deputy-ad/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon made an addition to the department’s leadership team Wednesday when he announced Terry Prentice as the Bulldogs’ Deputy Athletics Director and General Manager of Student-Athlete Brand Services & Business Development. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [How state governments are using NIL to juice recruiting: 'Why wouldn’t we try to help?'](https://leftfieldlounge.com/how-state-governments-are-using-nil-to-juice-recruiting-why-wouldnt-we-try-to-help/): If you are a state legislator and there is a piece of legislation you could pass or a regulation you could repeal that would improve the competitiveness of a local business, then, for the most part, you do it. Read the article by Dan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports to see how states are trying to help their university NIL programs.
- [CFP must be reconsidered amid realignment, SEC commish says](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cfp-must-be-reconsidered-amid-realignment-sec-commish-says/): As the winds of change continue to swirl in college athletics, SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said more change is coming, particularly with regard to college football’s postseason format. Tap below to read the report by Chris Low of ESPN. SEC boss: Must ‘rethink’ CFP amid realignment SEC commissioner Greg Sankey says things will continue to change in the college football landscape and that the CFP format should be reconsidered after the latest conference reshuffling.
- [Numerous parking lots closed due to ongoing construction](https://leftfieldlounge.com/numerous-parking-lots-closed-due-to-ongoing-construction/): Numerous staff, commuter and on-campus residence parking lots near Mississippi State University’s campus core and in the athletic corridor remain closed due to construction and maintenance projects. Tap below to read the report from Mississippi State University.
- [Ranking SEC quarterbacks in 2023, from Jayden Daniels and Joe Milton to Graham Mertz](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ranking-sec-quarterbacks-in-2023-from-jayden-daniels-and-joe-milton-to-graham-mertz/): The past 15 years became a glory period for SEC quarterbacks. From Tim Tebow to Cam Newton to Joe Burrow to Bryce Young, what a run of talent. After the exit of stars like Young, Stetson Bennett IV and Hendon Hooker, will the SEC’s quarterback prowess continue in 2023? Tap below to read the article by Blake Toppmeyer for the USAToday.
- [Bulldogs Celebrate Opening Of State-Of-The-Art Facility](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-celebrate-opening-of-state-of-the-art-facility/): STARKVILLE – As the unveiling ceremony for the brand-new Mississippi State Softball Fieldhouse commenced on Friday afternoon, it was evident that this building meant much so more to the program than gaining possession of flashy technology and bright neon logos. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Coaches’ preseason Top 25 poll is out, which means, well, nothing at all](https://leftfieldlounge.com/coaches-preseason-top-25-poll-is-out-which-means-well-nothing-at-all/): USA Today released its Coaches preseason college football poll, which has the Internet and the sports talk shows buzzing. And that’s OK, as long as you realize that the preseason poll and the one that will come out after the bowls and playoffs in January will bear little, if any, resemblance. Tap below to read the article by Rick Cleveland for Mississippi Today.
- [Playoff composition, revenue sharing, NCAA influence up for grabs as college football's power structure shifts](https://leftfieldlounge.com/playoff-composition-revenue-sharing-ncaa-influence-up-for-grabs-as-college-footballs-power-structure-shifts/): The demise of the Pac-12 could have major ramifications for the College Football Playoff and influence at collegiate sports’ top level Tap below to read the rept by Dennis Dodd of CBSSports.
- [Greg Sankey feels 'sadness' in realignment, says SEC comfortable in footprint](https://leftfieldlounge.com/greg-sankey-feels-sadness-in-realignment-says-sec-comfortable-in-footprint/): SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said he feels “a little tinge of sadness, probably more than just a little” seeing the Pac-12 on the verge of collapse after more than 100 years of existence, and noted that as the flurry of events unfolded last week “it just wasn’t one of those great feelings to work in college sports in my experience.” Tap below to read the report by Heather Dinich for ESPN.
- [Sources: ACC considering SMU in addition to Cal and Stanford in expansion talks](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sources-acc-considering-smu-in-addition-to-cal-and-stanford-in-expansion-talks/): The expansion conversation in the ACC goes beyond Stanford and Cal. A third school, SMU, is in consideration, sources tell Yahoo Sports. At a meeting of league presidents on Tuesday, executives explored the possibility of adding all three universities or inviting only the Pac-12’s two members. Tap below to read the report by Ross Dellenger for Yahoo Sports.
- [NCAA President Voices ‘Concerns’ About Recent Conference Realignment](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ncaa-president-voices-concerns-about-recent-conference-realignment/): NCAA president Charlie Baker issued a statement to Sports Illustrated on Monday emphasizing his concerns with the recent realignment moves within college athletics, asking for major-college leaders to work together in areas that “impact student-athlete well-being and competitive equity issues.” Tap below to read the report by Pat Forde for Sports Illustrated.
- [Missouri's Eli Drinkwitz asks a good question about athletes' mental health after Big Ten's latest expansion](https://leftfieldlounge.com/missouris-eli-drinkwitz-asks-a-good-question-about-athletes-mental-health-after-big-tens-latest-expansion/): The Big Ten has Oregon and Washington. The Big 12 has Arizona, Arizona State and Utah. People have questions about how all of that is going to work. Tap below to read the report from Jack Baer of Yahoo Sports.
- [LSU football coach Brian Kelly cites gambling concerns while adopting new injury reporting policy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/lsu-football-coach-brian-kelly-cites-gambling-concerns-while-adopting-new-injury-reporting-policy/): BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — LSU has a new, more “transparent” injury reporting policy that football coach Brian Kelly described Thursday as a “proactive” response to the proliferation of legalized sports betting. Tap below to read the report by Brett Martel of AP Sports
- [How Oregon, Washington leaving Pac-12 impacts Big Ten schedule, realignment and future of CFP](https://leftfieldlounge.com/how-oregon-washington-leaving-pac-12-impacts-big-ten-schedule-realignment-and-future-of-cfp/): Oregon and Washington will accept an invitation to the Big Ten on Friday afternoon – a move that further decimates the Pac-12 and continues the wild cycle of 2023 college football realignment. Tap below to read the report by Bill Bender for The Sporting News.
- [Baseball Hires Myles Gentry as Director of Player Development](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-hires-myles-gentry-as-director-of-player-development/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Head Coach Tony David of the Samford Baseball Team announced Thursday the hiring of Myles Gentry as Director of Player Development. “We are elated to have Myles join our staff in what is a home run hire for us,” Coach David said. Tap below to read the release from Stanford University Athletics.
- [Sources: Big Ten has begun preliminary talks to potentially add Oregon, Washington, Cal and Stanford](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sources-big-ten-has-begun-preliminary-talks-to-potentially-add-oregon-washington-cal-and-stanford/): The Big Ten has begun exploratory discussions about expanding membership to 18 or even 20 teams, industry sources have told Yahoo Sports. The schools being considered are Oregon and Washington if the league adds two schools, and Cal and Stanford if it wants to move to 20. Tap below to read the report by Dan Wetzel for Yahoo Sports.
- [SEC football coach rankings: Kirby Smart passes Nick Saban; where's Josh Heupel?](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-football-coach-rankings-kirby-smart-passes-nick-saban-wheres-josh-heupel/): When you win back-to-back national championships, you earn the top spot in the Southeastern Conference college football coach rankings. Welcome, Georgia coach Kirby Smart, to the No. 1 spot in my annual SEC coach pecking order. Tap below to read the article by Blake Toppmeyer for USAToday.
- [10 Top Prospects Who Could Be the Prizes of MLB Trade Deadline Blockbusters](https://leftfieldlounge.com/10-top-prospects-who-could-be-the-prizes-of-mlb-trade-deadline-blockbusters/): The 2023 MLB trade deadline is set for Tuesday at 6 p.m. ET. Most of the focus is on established veterans who could be changing teams just in time for the stretch run, but what about the top prospects that will be heading the other way in those trades? Tap below to read the report by Joel Reuter for Bleacher Report.
- [StateToTheShow Update: July 28](https://leftfieldlounge.com/statetotheshow-update-july-28/): The rich tradition of Mississippi State producing professional baseball players continues in 2023. The Diamond Dawgs currently have 40 alumni active in pro ball, including 12 in the Big Leagues. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamondbacks' Landon Sims cleared to rejoin Single-A squad](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamondbacks-landon-sims-cleared-to-rejoin-single-a-squad/): Single-A Visalia reinstated Landon Sims (elbow) from its 60-day injured list Monday. Sims is still awaiting his full-season debut, but he looks like he’ll get the opportunity to pitch for Visalia within the next few days. Tap below to read the report from CBSSports.
- [Baseball Announces Additions to Coaching Staff](https://leftfieldlounge.com/baseball-announces-additions-to-coaching-staff/): LIVINGSTON, Ala. – Announced on Friday, head baseball coach Eric DuBose of the University of West Alabama baseball program has added Cameron Chafetz and Brock Ward to the coaching staff for the 2024 season. Tap below to read the release from the University of West Alabama Athletics.
- [MSU Run-Rules No. 20 Southern Miss, 18-3](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-run-rules-no-20-southern-miss-18-3/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State’s offense started hot in the first inning and never cooled off in an 18-3 run-rule victory over No. 20 Southern Miss on Wednesday evening. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [No. 18 MSU Comes Up Short Against Cowboys](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-18-msu-comes-up-short-against-cowboys/): HOUSTON – No. 18 Mississippi State plated five runs in the top of the seventh but were ultimately unable to keep pace with Oklahoma State in a 9-7 loss to close out the final game of the Astros Foundation College Classic on Sunday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [No. 18 State Slugs Past Rice, 14-3](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-18-state-slugs-past-rice-14-3/): HOUSTON – No. 18 Mississippi State erupted for eight runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to cap a 14-3 rule-rule victory over Rice to open the Astros Foundation College Classic on Friday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [College Classic returns to Houston with Top 100 Draft prospect-studded roster](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-classic-returns-to-houston-with-top-100-draft-prospect-studded-roster/): This weekend at Daikin Park, a Texas baseball tradition that marks its 25th year continues: the Astros Foundation College Classic, in which six college baseball teams descend on the Lone Star state to compete in an annual tournament that has featured many future MLB stars. Tap below to read the release from MLB.com
- [Diamond Dawgs Head to Houston for Astros College Classic](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-head-to-houston-for-astros-college-classic/): HOUSTON, Texas – The No. 18 Mississippi State baseball team heads out to Houston, Texas for the Astros Foundation College Classic to face off against Rice, Arizona and Oklahoma State. This will be the Dawgs first time in this tournament since 2018. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [No. 18 MSU Drops Tight Decision To No. 21 Troy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-18-msu-drops-tight-decision-to-no-21-troy/): STARKVILLE – No. 18 Mississippi State dropped a tight 6-5 decision to 21st-ranked Troy on Tuesday night. The Trojans hit a solo homer in the top of the ninth to take the lead. The Diamond Dawgs were able to advance a runner into scoring position in the bottom half but were unable to answer and fell to 6-2 on the year. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set for Top 25 Showdown With Troy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-for-top-25-showdown-with-troy/): STARKVILLE – The No. 18 Mississippi State baseball team is set for a midweek Top 25 showdown when they welcome No. 21 Troy into Dudy Noble Field. First pitch is set for 4 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Complete Sweep Of Missouri State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-complete-sweep-of-missouri-state/): STARKVILLE – No. 18 Mississippi State grabbed its second-straight series of the season with a 6-4 win on Sunday afternoon. Gehrig Frei lit the match for the offense with a leadoff home run on the first pitch MSU saw in the bottom of the first. Gehrig ended the day 2-for-4 at the plate with an RBI. Dylan Cupp had a pair of hits to finish the day 2-for-3 with an RBI while Ace Reese, Hunter Hines and Aaron Downs all homered.  Tap below to read the report from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [No. 18 State Takes Second-Straight Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-18-state-takes-second-straight-series/): STARKVILLE – No. 18 Mississippi State claimed its second-straight series against Missouri State following 9-3 win on Saturday afternoon to improve to 5-1 on the year. The Diamond Dawgs’ 11-hit onslaught was led by Noah Sullivan going 3-for-4 at the plate with a double, a pair of singles and an RBI. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Grab Series-Opening Win Over Missouri State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-grab-series-opening-win-over-missouri-state/): STARKVILLE – A fabulous Pico Kohn start and an eighth-inning rally propelled the No. 18 Diamond Dawgs over Missouri State 3-1 on a frigid Friday afternoon at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the report from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set To Host Missouri State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-to-host-missouri-state/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball team returns to Dudy Noble Field for a three-game series against Missouri State University starting on Friday afternoon. Friday’s first pitch has been moved up to 2 p.m. because of the forecasted cold weather and prioritizing player safety. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State Falls in Hattiesburg](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-falls-in-hattiesburg/): HATTIESBURG, Miss. – The Mississippi State baseball team hit the road for the first road test of the season when they traveled to Hattiesburg to face Southern Miss. The Diamond Dawgs came up short in the contest as they were defeated, 3-0.  Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Travel to Southern Miss For Midweek Action](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-travel-to-southern-miss-for-midweek-action/): STARKVILLE – After a perfect 3-0 Opening Weekend, the Mississippi State baseball team hits the road to face the University of Southern Miss for a midweek contest on Tuesday in Hattiesburg, Miss. First pitch is set for 6 p.m. from Pete Taylor Park on the campus of Southern Miss.  Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Sources: SEC, Big Ten building momentum to further expand College Football Playoff to 14 or 16 teams](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sources-sec-big-ten-building-momentum-to-further-expand-college-football-playoff-to-14-or-16-teams/): Within the SEC and Big Ten, momentum is building to further expand the playoff to 14 or 16 teams, assign multiple automatic qualifiers per league — as many as four each for themselves. Tap below to read the report by Ross Dellenger for Yahoo Sports.
- [No. 18 State Caps Off Opening Weekend Sweep](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-18-state-caps-off-opening-weekend-sweep/): STARKVILLE – No. 18 Mississippi State capped off an opening weekend sweep with a 5-1 win over Manhattan at Dudy Noble Field on Sunday. Stone Simmons opened the game on the mound, making his first appearance since March 5, 2022. He earned the win after logging three innings and recorded a new single-game strikeout high with the Bulldogs, punching out five batters. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [No. 18 MSU Run-Rules Doubleheader To Open Season](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-18-msu-run-rules-doubleheader-to-open-season/): STARKVILLE –No. 18 Mississippi State took both matchups Friday’s doubleheader in run-rule fashion. The Diamond Dawgs earned their first series win of the season with a 17-0 victory in game one and a 13-1 triumph in game two. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [SEC baseball preview: 2025 preseason power rankings](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-baseball-preview-2025-preseason-power-rankings/): With everybody sitting at 0-0, here’s where we’ve got the teams of the SEC stacked up ahead of Friday’s Opening Day. Tap below to see the preseason projection from Saturday Down South.
- [Diamond Dawgs Open the 2025 Season Against Manhattan](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-open-the-2025-season-against-manhattan/): STARKVILLE – Baseball season is here! The Mississippi State Bulldogs kick off the 2025 season on Friday when they open a three-game set with the Manhattan Jaspers at Dudy Noble Field. The Diamond Dawgs and Jaspers are set for a doubleheader on Friday starting at 12 p.m. with game two following 40 minutes at the conclusion of game one. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics. 
- [Weather Forces Opening Weekend Changes](https://leftfieldlounge.com/weather-forces-opening-weekend-changes/): STARKVILLE – Due to expected inclement weather, the schedule for the opening weekend Mississippi State baseball series against Manhattan has been altered. The Dawgs and Jaspers are now set for a doubleheader on Friday with the first game slated for a noon start. Game two will follow 40 minutes after the conclusion of game one. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Vets To Set Stage For Dawgs On Opening Weekend](https://leftfieldlounge.com/vets-to-set-stage-for-dawgs-on-opening-weekend/): STARKVILLE – There is just no substitute for experience. So, it should come as little surprise then that when Mississippi State opens up its 2025 baseball season this weekend, head coach Chris Lemonis has chosen to get this year off and running on the backs of Bulldogs that have been under the bright lights of Dudy Noble Field before. Tap below to read the article from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Sullivan Named Preseason All-American By The NCBWA](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sullivan-named-preseason-all-american-by-the-ncbwa/): DALLAS – On Friday, the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA) presented its 2025 Preseason All-America Teams, voted on by the NCBWA committee, and junior utility player Noah Sullivan earned first-team honors. Tap to read the release by Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set for Seven National Broadcasts](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-for-seven-national-broadcasts/): STARKVILLE – The Southeastern Conference and ESPN have announced the television coverage for the 2025 baseball season, with Mississippi State slated for at least seven appearances on the ESPN family of networks. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [2025 SEC Baseball Preseason Coaches Poll, Preseason All-SEC Team Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2025-sec-baseball-preseason-coaches-poll-preseason-all-sec-team-announced/): Birmingham, Ala. (February 5, 2025) – Texas A&M has been predicted to win the 2025 Southeastern Conference baseball championship as voted by the league’s 16 head coaches in the annual preseason poll released Wednesday. The Preseason All-SEC First and Second Teams were also announced. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [Hunter Hines Named Preseason All-SEC](https://leftfieldlounge.com/hunter-hines-named-preseason-all-sec/): BIRMINGHAM, Ala.  – Mississippi State’s Hunter Hines has earned First Team Preseason All-SEC honors at First Base as voted on by the league’s coaches, the conference announced on Wednesday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Neil Price Named Voice Of The Diamond Dawgs](https://leftfieldlounge.com/neil-price-named-voice-of-the-diamond-dawgs/): STARKVILLE – A familiar voice will now be calling Mississippi State baseball games. Neil Price, who has served as the “Voice of the Bulldogs” for football and men’s basketball since 2017, has added “Voice of the Diamond Dawgs” to his duties. Price will assume the play-by-play role for Bulldog baseball, previously held by veteran broadcaster Jim Ellis, who retired in December. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Seventh Ron Polk Ring of Honor Class Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/seventh-ron-polk-ring-of-honor-class-announced/): STARKVILLE – The seventh group of inductees into the Ron Polk Ring of Honor will see their plaques unveiled this spring when the trio of Mitch Moreland, Ted Milton and Mike Proffitt are enshrined as the 2025 class. Moreland, Milton and Proffitt will be celebrated during Mississippi State’s conference series versus South Carolina (April 4-6, 2025) with the induction ceremony set to be held on Saturday, April 5. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Jim Ellis Retires As Voice Of The Diamond Dawgs](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jim-ellis-retires-as-voice-of-the-diamond-dawgs/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State alum and legendary broadcaster Jim Ellis announced Wednesday his retirement after 46 years as the play-by-play voice of the Mississippi State baseball program.  Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Add Fall Scrimmage](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-add-fall-scrimmage/): View Post STARKVILLE – Mississippi State head baseball coach Chris Lemonis has announced the addition of a fall exhibition contest at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Jake Vickerson Named ABCA NJCAA Division I Assistant Coach of the Year](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jake-vickerson-named-abca-njcaa-division-i-assistant-coach-of-the-year/): TUSCALOOSA – Shelton State assistant baseball coach Jake Vickerson was named the NJCAA Division I Assistant Coach of the Year by the American Baseball Coaches Association today. Tap below to read the release from Shelton State Community College.
- [Mississippi State 2025 baseball roster beginning to take shape](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-2025-baseball-roster-beginning-to-take-shape/): STARKVILLE — The Mississippi State team that takes the field on Feb. 14 against Manhattan will barely resemble the 2024 Bulldogs that returned to the NCAA Tournament after a two-year absence and lost in the regional final to Virginia. Tap below to read the report from the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal.
- [What is 'Project Rudy'? New proposal to reimagine college football includes 70 teams, private equity backing](https://leftfieldlounge.com/what-is-project-rudy-new-proposal-to-reimagine-college-football-includes-70-teams-private-equity-backing/): The latest re-imagination of college football now includes a multi-billion-dollar proposal spearheaded by former Disney executives for a system funded by private equity, sources confirmed to CBS Sports on Tuesday. Tap below to read the report by Dennis Dodd for CBSSports.com
- [Four Diamond Dawgs Head To Arizona Fall League](https://leftfieldlounge.com/four-diamond-dawgs-head-to-arizona-fall-league/): STARKVILLE – The regular season may have concluded, but four former Diamond Dawgs have taken their talents to Arizona to showcase their skills in the Arizona Fall League. The season kicks off on Monday. Tap below to read the release by Travis Rae for Mississippi State University.
- [Athletics slugger Brent Rooker has right forearm surgery](https://leftfieldlounge.com/athletics-slugger-brent-rooker-has-right-forearm-surgery/): OAKLAND, Calif. — Oakland Athletics outfielder Brent Rooker underwent surgery on his right forearm after being bothered by an elbow issue that limited him to playing primarily designated hitter this season. ap below to read the report by the Associated Press and ESPN.
- [Party Animals Coming To Dudy Noble Field](https://leftfieldlounge.com/party-animals-coming-to-dudy-noble-field/): STARKVILLE – The 2025 Banana Ball World Tour is making its way to Dudy Noble Field. “The Greatest Show in Sports”, according to ESPN, will be making its way to Starkville in 2025, with Dudy Noble Field being a stop along the Banana World Tour. The announcement was made during the two hour-long Banana Ball World Tour Draft, which was featured on the Savannah Bananas YouTube Channel. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State.
- [Diamond Dawgs Announce Fall Dates](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-announce-fall-dates-2/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State head baseball coach Chris Lemonis has announced the Diamond Dawgs’ fall schedule. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Announce 2025 Schedule](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-announce-2025-schedule/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State’s full 2025 baseball schedule is now set, and the Diamond Dawgs will play 31 games at Dudy Noble Field. The season kicks off on Friday, Feb. 14, at The Dude. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [SEC announces 2025 baseball schedule](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-announces-2025-baseball-schedule/): The Southeastern Conference announced the 240-game slate for the 2025 baseball season. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [SEC utilizing Hawk-Eye video review technology for soccer, volleyball](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-utilizing-hawk-eye-video-review-technology-for-soccer-volleyball/): The Southeastern Conference is utilizing a multi-sport video review system supplied by Hawk-Eye Innovations, part of Sony’s Sports businesses, beginning with the 2024 SEC soccer and volleyball seasons. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [College Baseball ‘Way Too Early’ Top 25 Rankings For 2025](https://leftfieldlounge.com/college-baseball-way-too-early-top-25-rankings-for-2025/): Tap below to view the rankings posted by BaseballAmerica.
- [Five Diamond Dawgs Selected On The Final Day of MLB Draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/five-diamond-dawgs-selected-on-the-final-day-of-mlb-draft/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs’ saw five players get drafted on the final day of the 2024 Major League Draft, held on Tuesday (July 16). Over the three days of the 2024 MLB Draft, the Diamond Dawgs saw 11 players get selected, which was the most of any program this year and tied for the most picks in program history. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [SEC Coordinator of Officials Breaks Down How 'Horns Down' Will Be Officiated](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-coordinator-of-officials-breaks-down-how-horns-down-will-be-officiated/): Will the “horns down” hand signal be an automatic penalty in the SEC? The context in which it is used will be important, SEC Coordinator of Officials John McDaid said on Tuesday morning. Tap below to read the report from Sports Illustrated.
- [Title IX will apply to college athlete revenue share, feds say](https://leftfieldlounge.com/title-ix-will-apply-to-college-athlete-revenue-share-feds-say/): An official for the U.S. Department of Education, the federal enforcer of gender equity in sports, said Title IX rules will apply to future revenue dollars that schools share with college athletes. Tap below to read the report from ESPN.
- [Four Diamond Dawgs Taken On Day 2 of MLB Draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/four-diamond-dawgs-taken-on-day-2-of-mlb-draft/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State saw four players drafted on the second day of the 2024 Major League Draft, held on Monday (July 15). The four players drafted on the second day are the most players drafted in a single-day since the MLB moved to the 20-round draft. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Cijntje and Stephen Taken On Day 1 of MLB Draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/cijntje-and-stephen-taken-on-day-1-of-mlb-draft/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State pitchers Jurrangelo Cijntje and Khal Stephen heard their names called on the opening day of the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft, held on Sunday (July 14) in Fort Worth, Texas. This marks the fifth-straight season that MSU has had a student-athlete taken in the first two rounds. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Rare switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijnte 'down to do everything' for Mariners after MLB draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rare-switch-pitcher-jurrangelo-cijnte-down-to-do-everything-for-mariners-after-mlb-draft/): FORT WORTH, Texas – Jurrangelo Cijnte was 7 or 8 years old when he started throwing right-handed, for the most wholesome and relatable reason. “I wanted,” he said Sunday night, a Seattle Mariners jersey dangling from his frame, “to be like my dad.” That unlikely road yielded the biggest dividend Sunday, when the Mariners selected Cijnte with the 15th overall pick in the Major League Baseball draft. Tap below to read the report from USA Today.
- [Oklahoma working with former Eagles executive Jake Rosenberg on salary cap, revenue sharing](https://leftfieldlounge.com/oklahoma-working-with-former-eagles-executive-jake-rosenberg-on-salary-cap-revenue-sharing/): With athletic directors spending the summer figuring out what revenue sharing will look like, Oklahoma is turning to a former NFL executive for assistance. Tap below to read the report from ON3.com
- [Diamond Dawgs To Play In 2025 College Classic At Minute Maid Park](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-to-play-in-2025-college-classic-at-minute-maid-park/): HOUSTON, Texas – One of the top annual regular season tournaments in college baseball will include Mississippi State in 2025. The Diamond Dawgs will travel to Houston, Texas play in the Astros Foundation College Classic, held at Minute Maid Park, the home of the Houston Astros. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Jordan Named Third Team Baseball America All-American](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jordan-named-third-team-baseball-america-all-american/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State outfielder Dakota Jordan was named a third team All-American by Baseball America on Friday. It is Jordan’s second All-America honor of the season. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Four Diamond Dawgs Named ABCA South All-Region](https://leftfieldlounge.com/four-diamond-dawgs-named-abca-south-all-region/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State baseball had four student-athletes earn spots on the 2024 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division I South All-Region Team, which was announced by the association on Tuesday (June 11). Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [We are watching college baseball change — and not for the better](https://leftfieldlounge.com/we-are-watching-college-baseball-change-and-not-for-the-better/): Few observers, if any, would argue that of all the so-called major college sports, baseball has remained the least affected by money and greed. It has remained closest to the college ideal, meaning the least professional in nature. College baseball has had the most level playing field. But we are watching the nature of college baseball change before our eyes. Tap below to read the article by Rick Cleveland of Mississippi Today.
- [Mershon Named Finalist For The Brooks Wallace Award](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mershon-named-finalist-for-the-brooks-wallace-award/): LUBBOCK, Texas – Mississippi State sophomore shortstop David Mershon is one of five finalists for the 2024 Brooks Wallace Award, the award committee announced on Tuesday. The Brooks Wallace Award is given out annually to the best shortstop across the country. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Cruise Past St. John’s](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-cruise-past-st-johns/): CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – Mississippi State found themselves in the elimination game against St. John’s but had a strong offensive day to take the win 13-5 over the Red Storm. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Fall to Virginia, 5-4](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-fall-to-virginia-5-4/): CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs dropped their first game in the Charlottesville Regional on Saturday night as they were defeated by the Virginia Cavaliers by a score of 5-4. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Walk It Off Against St. John's](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-walk-it-off-against-st-johns/): CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated the St. John’s Red Storm 5-2 in extra innings in the second game of the NCAA Charlottesville Regional. Dakota Jordan came up to the plate in the bottom of the tenth of a tie game and hit a three-run home run, leading the Dawgs to a victory. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set for the Charlottesville Regional](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-for-the-charlottesville-regional/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs head to Charlottesville, Va., for the 2024 Charlottesville Regional. This is the Diamond Dawgs’ 40th trip to the NCAA Tournament. Play in the Charlottesville Regional starts on Friday afternoon. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Headed To Charlottesville Regional](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-headed-to-charlottesville-regional/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State baseball is officially headed to the NCAA Tournament for the 40th time in program history. The Bulldogs’ postseason run is set to begin on Friday when MSU takes the field as the No. 2 seed in the Charlottesville Regional. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State Tops Ole Miss in Hoover](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-tops-ole-miss-in-hoover/): HOOVER, Ala. – Heading into the bottom of the ninth inning, the Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs were down 1-0. With David Mershon sitting at third base, Connor Hujsak played hero and hit a two-run home run to left field to walk off the game. MSU defeated Ole Miss, 2-1. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi state Athletics.
- [2024 SEC Tournament Bracket](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2024-sec-tournament-bracket/): Tap below to view and download a PDF file of the 2024 SEC Tournament brackets.
- [Bulldogs Fall to Missouri in Series Finale](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-fall-to-missouri-in-series-finale/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs regular season came to a close on Saturday afternoon as they were defeated by the Missouri Tigers 4-3. The Diamond Dawgs end the season with a 36-19 overall record and a 17-13 record in the SEC. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State Takes Game Two Against Missouri](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-takes-game-two-against-missouri/): STARKVILLE – The No. 16 Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated the Missouri Tigers 8-2 on Friday afternoon and claimed the series’ first two games. A strong performance by Jurrangelo Cijntje and a two-home run performance by Amani Larry led the Dawgs to the Victory. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Take Game One Against Missouri](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-take-game-one-against-missouri/): STARKVILLE – The No. 16 Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated the Missouri Tigers 4-3 in game one of the weekend series. With the win, the Maroon and White improved to 35-18 on the year and 16-12 in SEC play. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dakota Jordan Named Semifinalist For The Dick Howser Trophy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dakota-jordan-named-semifinalist-for-the-dick-howser-trophy/): DALLAS – Mississippi State’s Dakota Jordan was selected as a semifinalist for the Dick Howser Trophy, which is presented annually to the top player in college baseball. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set For Regular-Season Finale At Dudy Noble Field](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-for-regular-season-finale-at-dudy-noble-field/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs close out the 2024 regular season with a three-home set against Missouri at Dudy Noble Field. The SEC series will start Thursday night and run through Saturday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mershon Named To SEC Community Service Team](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mershon-named-to-sec-community-service-team/): STARKVILLE – Sophomore infielder David Mershon was named to the SEC Community Service Team, the Southeastern Conference announced on Wednesday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Top North Alabama, 8-4](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-top-north-alabama-8-4/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs earned their 34th win of the season with an 8-4 victory over North Alabama on Tuesday night at Dudy Noble Field. The Dawgs were led by Joe Powell, who had three home runs and drove in six runs. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Welcome North Alabama to Starkville](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-welcome-north-alabama-to-starkville/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs open a four-game homestand on Tuesday night when they play their last midweek game of the season. The Diamond Dawgs host the University of North Alabama. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [No. 14 Diamond Dawgs Fall to No. 5 Arkansas in Series Finale](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-14-diamond-dawgs-fall-to-no-5-arkansas-in-series-finale/): FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs jumped out to an early 6-0 lead but could not hold onto the lead and would fall, 9-6, to the No. 5 Arkansas Razorbacks. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Even Series With No. 5 Arkansas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-even-series-with-no-5-arkansas/): FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs evened the series with the No. 5 Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday night with an 8-5 win. The Diamond Dawgs’ head coach, Chris Lemonis, won his 200th career victory at Mississippi State with the victory. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Jordan Named Finalist For Ferriss Trophy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jordan-named-finalist-for-ferriss-trophy/): JACKSON – Mississippi State outfielder Dakota Jordan has been named one of five finalists for the 2024 Ferris Trophy presented by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians and Pearl River Resort., it was announced Tuesday (May 7). Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [No. 16 Mississippi State Falls to No. 23 Alabama in Series Finale](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-16-mississippi-state-falls-to-no-23-alabama-in-series-finale/): STARKVILLE – The No. 16 Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs were defeated by the No. 23 Alabama Crimson Tide, 10-5, in series finale. The Bulldogs accumulated ten hits and drew three walks in the contest. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Take the Series from No. 23 Alabama](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-take-the-series-from-no-23-alabama/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs took game two and the series from the No. 23 Alabama Crimson Tide with an 8-1-win Saturday. The win was the Dawgs’ fifth straight and improved State to 32-15 overall and 14-9 in SEC play. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Defeat No. 23 Alabama](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-defeat-no-23-alabama/): STARKVILLE – The No. 16 Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated the No. 23 Alabama Crimson Tide, 13-3, in seven innings on Friday night from Dudy Noble Field. The Dawgs’ offense was rolling, as they had 13 hits in the win, including four home runs. Hunter Hines led the offensive attack with two homers and four RBIs. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set For Top 25 Showdown With Alabama](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-for-top-25-showdown-with-alabama/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs welcome the University of Alabama Crimson Tide for a key SEC series this weekend. The three-game set showcases the No. 16 Diamond Dawgs against the No. 23 Crimson Tide. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State Wins Governor's Cup](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-wins-governors-cup/): PEARL, Miss. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated the Ole Miss Rebels in the Governor’s Cup 5-1 on Wednesday night at Trustmark Park. The Maroon and White recorded 11 hits at the plate and struck out 12 to earn the midweek victory. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Ready To Battle For The Governor’s Cup](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-ready-to-battle-for-the-governors-cup/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs head to Pearl, Miss., and Trustmark Park for the battle of the Governor’s Cup against Ole Miss. First pitch is set for 6:30 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Claim Series Over No. 11 Vanderbilt](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-claim-series-over-no-11-vanderbilt/): NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Trailing 7-6 with two outs in the top of the ninth inning, Hunter Hines came up to the plate with a runner on and hit a two-run home run, leading the Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs to an 8-7 victory over the No. 11 Vanderbilt Commodores. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Even Series With No. 11 Vanderbilt](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-even-series-with-no-11-vanderbilt/): NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Mississippi State won game two, 7-4, in Nashville with a nine-hit offensive performance. Junior Hunter Hines led the Dawgs’ offensive attack, collecting five RBIs and two home runs. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Fall in Game One at No. 11 Vanderbilt](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-fall-in-game-one-at-no-11-vanderbilt/): NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Locked in a pitcher’s duel, the Mississippi State baseball team came up short as they were defeated by No. 11 Vanderbilt Commodores, 4-0, in game one of the series. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Head to Nashville To Face No. 11 Vanderbilt](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-head-to-nashville-to-face-no-11-vanderbilt/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs get the road as they travel to Nashville to take on No. 11 Vanderbilt in SEC action. The series starts on Friday night at 6 p.m. at Hawkins Field. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Defeat Memphis in Midweek Action](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-defeat-memphis-in-midweek-action/): MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated the Memphis Tigers 6-4 from FedEx Park on Tuesday evening. Dakota Jordan led the way at the plate as he hit his 16th home run of the season and had four RBIs. The Maroon and White recorded nine hits and drew seven walks on their way to victory.  Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Head To Memphis On Tuesday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-head-to-memphis-on-tuesday/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs hit the road for a midweek contest at Memphis with first pitch set for 6 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State Sweeps Auburn](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-sweeps-auburn/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs won both games in Sunday’s doubleheader to complete the series sweep over Auburn. The Dawgs won game one, 3-1, and then took game two, 4-3. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Weather Alters Baseball Schedule](https://leftfieldlounge.com/weather-alters-baseball-schedule/): STARKVILLE – The Saturday baseball game between the Mississippi State Bulldogs and Auburn Tigers has been postponed and the series will conclude with a doubleheader on Sunday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Open Super Bulldog Weekend With Win](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-open-super-bulldog-weekend-with-win/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State University baseball team defeated the Auburn Tigers on Friday night, 8-1, in the series’ first game. The Bulldogs rode the wave of a mix of Khal Stephen and offensive firepower to victory in front of a packed Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Welcome Alcorn State For Midweek Tilt](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-welcome-alcorn-state-for-midweek-tilt/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs are back at Dudy Noble Field for a Tuesday midweek contest with Alcorn State. The matchup will be aired on SECN+. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Fall to Rebels In Series Finale](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-fall-to-rebels-in-series-finale/): OXFORD, Miss – The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs were defeated by the Ole Miss Rebels 14-2 in game three of the series. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Fall in Twelve](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-fall-in-twelve/): OXFORD, Miss. – The Mississippi State Bulldogs were defeated by the Ole Miss Rebels 10-9 in 12 innings on Saturday night. The game went back and forth in the 10th and 11th innings before the Rebels walked it off. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Shutout Rebels In Game One](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-shutout-rebels-in-game-one/): OXFORD, Miss. – A sixth inning offensive explosion led the No. 22 ranked Mississippi State Bulldogs past Ole Miss, 8-0, on Friday night in Oxford. The shutout for the Dawgs is the second shutout of the season. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Set For Magnolia State Showdown](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-set-for-magnolia-state-showdown/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State baseball team heads to Oxford for the Magnolia State Showdown when they take on Ole Miss in SEC action. The Dawgs and Rebels series starts on Friday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Weather Forces UAB Game Cancelation](https://leftfieldlounge.com/weather-forces-uab-game-cancelation/): STARKVILLE – Due to impending weather, Tuesday’s baseball game between Mississippi State and UAB has been canceled. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Host UAB Tuesday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-host-uab-tuesday/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs return to Dudy Noble Field for a midweek matchup against UAB. Tuesday first pitch is slated for 6 p.m. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State Claims Series Over Georgia With 9-8 Win](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-claims-series-over-georgia-with-9-8-win/): STARKVILLE – In the series finale against Georgia, the Mississippi State Bulldogs recovered from an early five-run deficit to win the rubber match of the series 9-8. The Diamond Dawgs drove two runs in the eighth inning to secure the game-winning run over Georgia. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [SUSPENSIONS ANNOUNCED FOR GEORGIA-MISSISSIPPI STATE BASEBALL](https://leftfieldlounge.com/suspensions-announced-for-georgia-mississippi-state-baseball/): Tap below to read the release from the SEC Office in Birmingham.
- [Mississippi State Falls to Georgia in Game Two](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-falls-to-georgia-in-game-two/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State University baseball team was defeated by the University of Georgia in a tight knit game by a score of 3-2 on Saturday night. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State Downs Georgia In Series Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-downs-georgia-in-series-opener/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State University baseball team won game one of the SEC series against the University of Georgia, 6-1, on Friday night at Dudy Noble Field. State allowed only five hits and struck out nine. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dakota Jordan Named To The Golden Spikes Award Midseason Watch List](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dakota-jordan-named-to-the-golden-spikes-award-midseason-watch-list/): CARY, N.C. – Mississippi State’s Dakota Jordan was one of 45 players across the country to be named by the Golden Spikes Award Midseason Watch List, continuing the process of identifying the best amateur baseball player in the 2024 season, USA Baseball announced on Thursday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Sixth Ron Polk Ring of Honor Class Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sixth-ron-polk-ring-of-honor-class-announced-2/): STARKVILLE – The sixth class of the Ron Polk Ring of Honor will see their plaques unveiled this spring when the trio of Bobby Reed, Jim Ellis and C.S. “Buddy” Myer are enshrined as the 2024 class. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Fall to Central Arkansas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-fall-to-central-arkansas/): STARKVILLE – The Mississippi State Bulldogs ninth inning rally came up short against Central Arkansas on Tuesday afternoon as they scored four runs in the ninth but would fall short by a score of 7-6. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Justin Foscue Called Up To MLB](https://leftfieldlounge.com/justin-foscue-called-up-to-mlb/): STARKVILLE – After just missing the Opening Day roster, the Texas Rangers’ No. 5-ranked prospect and former Mississippi State baseball player Justin Foscue received the call to the majors on Tuesday (April 2). Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Back Home to Host Central Arkansas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-back-home-to-host-central-arkansas/): STARKVILLE– The Mississippi State Bulldogs return to Dudy Noble Field for a midweek matchup against Central Arkansas. Tuesday first pitch is slated for 11 a.m. due to the threat of inclement weather. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Josh West Obituary](https://leftfieldlounge.com/josh-west-obituary/): Joshua “Josh” Dale West, 47, ascended to Heaven on Thursday, September 10, 2026. An astute and disciplined player who continued his love for the game by signing to play college baseball at Mississippi State University…a dream come true. Josh had an instant impact by hitting a home run in his very first collegiate at-bat at MSU which set the bar for his college career.  Tap below to read his obituary
- [Mississippi State Powers Past Cincinnati 10-5 to Advance in Starkville Regional](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-powers-past-cincinnati-10-5-to-advance-in-starkville-regional/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — The Mississippi State Bulldogs utilized a mid-game offensive explosion and a dominant starting pitching performance to defeat the Cincinnati Bearcats 10-5 on Saturday night at Dudy Noble Field. With the victory, the Bulldogs secured a pivotal win in the winner’s bracket of the 2026 NCAA Starkville Regional. Mississippi State struck first in the bottom of the first inning when third baseman Ace Reese launched a solo home run to center field. Cincinnati quickly answered in the top of the second inning, tying the game 1-1 on an RBI double down the third-base line by third baseman Christian Mitchelle…
- [Starkville Regional Day Two Preview: Bearcats and Bulldogs Clash in Winner's Bracket](https://leftfieldlounge.com/starkville-regional-day-two-preview-bearcats-and-bulldogs-clash-in-winners-bracket/): STARKVILLE, MS. — Following two decisive opening-day blowouts, the 2026 NCAA Starkville Regional continues on Saturday, May 30, with critical winner’s bracket and elimination game matchups at Dudy Noble Field. The highly anticipated winner’s bracket contest will feature the host No. 14 National Seed Mississippi State Bulldogs against the No. 2 seed Cincinnati Bearcats. Both programs advance following commanding Friday victories, as Mississippi State defeated Lipscomb 10-1, and Cincinnati dispatched Louisiana 12-2. Mississippi State looks to capitalize on its home-field advantage and an offense that shattered the school’s single-season record with 106 home runs. The Bulldogs’ attack is anchored by third…
- [Mississippi State Dominates Lipscomb 10-1 in Regional Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-dominates-lipscomb-10-1-in-regional-opener/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — The Mississippi State Bulldogs opened their NCAA Tournament run with a decisive 10-1 victory over the Lipscomb Bisons on Friday afternoon at Dudy Noble Field. Backed by a dominant pitching performance and a late offensive surge, the Bulldogs secured their spot in the winner’s bracket of the Starkville Regional. After three scoreless innings, Mississippi State broke the deadlock in the bottom of the fourth. Right fielder Jacob Parker delivered the game-winning hit with an RBI single through the right side, scoring third baseman Ace Reese. First baseman Reed Stallman immediately followed with a two-run single up the middle,…
- [2026 Starkville Regional Preview: No. 14 Mississippi State Faces Lipscomb in Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2026-starkville-regional-preview-no-14-mississippi-state-faces-lipscomb-in-opener/): STARKVILLE, MS. — The 2026 NCAA Baseball Tournament arrives at Dudy Noble Field as the No. 14 National Seed Mississippi State Bulldogs prepare to host the Starkville Regional. The opening round will feature the host Bulldogs taking on the Lipscomb Bisons. Mississippi State enters the tournament with a 40-17 overall record under first-year head coach Brian O’Connor. The Bulldogs feature a statistically dominant offense that set a single-season school record with 106 home runs. The lineup is anchored by third baseman Ace Reese, who holds a .327 batting average with 20 home runs, 69 RBIs, and an SEC-leading 21 doubles. Designated…
- [ROAD TO OMAHA: NO. 14 BULLDOGS READY TO ROCK DUDY NOBLE IN STARKVILLE REGIONAL](https://leftfieldlounge.com/road-to-omaha-no-14-bulldogs-ready-to-rock-dudy-noble-in-starkville-regional/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — Welcome to the greatest show on dirt! The road to the College World Series runs straight through Dudy Noble Field as the No. 14 National Seed Mississippi State Bulldogs gear up to host the 2026 Starkville Regional. In his phenomenal first season, Hall of Fame Head Coach Brian O’Connor has the Diamond Dawgs sitting at an impressive 40-17 overall with a gritty 16-14 mark in the grueling Southeastern Conference. “To play in the NCAA Tournament and then to play here in Starkville is a reward to these players, to everyone involved in this program,” O’Connor said. “That’s something…
- [STARKVILLE REGIONAL PREVIEW: FOUR BATTLE-TESTED SQUADS CLASH ON THE ROAD TO OMAHA](https://leftfieldlounge.com/11854-2/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — Welcome to the greatest show on dirt! The Road to Omaha runs straight through Dudy Noble Field as the No. 14 National Seed Mississippi State Bulldogs gear up to host an absolutely loaded Starkville Regional. Let’s break down the four hungry squads ready to lay it all on the line this Friday! Head coach Brian O’Connor has the top-seeded Diamond Dawgs (40-17) dialed in! After a grueling 16-14 Southeastern Conference slate, this offensive juggernaut shattered the school record with an unbelievable 106 home runs,. The battle-tested Bulldogs opened their postseason by obliterating Missouri 12-2 before taking a hard-fought…
- [Texas A&M Edges Mississippi State 7-6 in Back-and-Forth Series Finale](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-am-edges-mississippi-state-7-6-in-back-and-forth-series-finale/): COLLEGE STATION, Texas — In a thrilling, back-and-forth regular-season finale, the Texas A&M Aggies defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs 7-6 on Saturday morning at Blue Bell Park under partly cloudy skies and 81-degree temperatures. The 3-hour and 33-minute marathon was played in front of 6,600 fans.. Texas A&M opened the scoring in the bottom of the third inning when left fielder Jake Duer reached on a fielding error that allowed center fielder Caden Sorrell to cross the plate. Mississippi State tied the game in the top of the fourth on an RBI groundout by center fielder Bryce Chance, bringing home designated…
- [Texas A&M Outslugs Mississippi State 11-9 to Even Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/texas-am-outslugs-mississippi-state-11-9-to-even-series/): COLLEGE STATION, Texas — In a wild, back-and-forth offensive showcase, the Texas A&M Aggies defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 on Friday night at Blue Bell Park to even up their weekend series. The game was played under cloudy skies with a temperature of 84 degrees. First pitch was at 6:02 p.m., and the marathon contest lasted 3 hours and 22 minutes. The announced attendance at Blue Bell Park was 6,776. Texas A&M struck first in the bottom of the first inning when center fielder Caden Sorrell launched a two-run home run to right field. Mississippi State answered with a three-run…
- [Mississippi State’s Historic 13-Run Inning Fuels 18-11 Shootout Victory Over Texas A&M](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-states-historic-13-run-inning-fuels-18-11-shootout-victory-over-texas-am/): COLLEGE STATION, Texas — In a wild, high-scoring Southeastern Conference slugfest that featured 29 combined runs, 29 combined hits, and nearly four hours of grueling baseball, the Mississippi State Bulldogs outlasted the Texas A&M Aggies 18-11 on Thursday evening. Playing under the lights at Blue Bell Park in the series opener, the Bulldogs utilized an unfathomable 13-run explosion in the third inning to seize control of a game that tested the endurance of both pitching staffs. Despite the lopsided final score, the matchup began favorably for the home team. Texas A&M jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead in the bottom…
- [Auburn Offense Explodes in 13-2 Run-Rule Victory Over Mississippi State in Series Finale](https://leftfieldlounge.com/auburn-offense-explodes-in-13-2-run-rule-victory-over-mississippi-state-in-series-finale/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — In a pivotal Southeastern Conference rubber match that held major implications for the late-season league standings, the No. 6 Auburn Tigers delivered a dominant, statement-making performance to dismantle the Mississippi State Bulldogs 13-2 on Saturday afternoon. Playing in front of a massive crowd at Dudy Noble Field, Auburn’s relentless offensive attack overwhelmed the Bulldogs’ pitching staff, invoking the collegiate run rule to end the contest after just seven innings and secure the critical series victory on the road. The Tigers combined elite situational hitting with aggressive base running to capitalize on Mississippi State’s defensive miscues, pulling away with…
- [Auburn Tigers Edge Mississippi State Bulldogs 5-4 in Thrilling Friday Night SEC Matchup](https://leftfieldlounge.com/auburn-tigers-edge-mississippi-state-bulldogs-5-4-in-thrilling-friday-night-sec-matchup/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — In a quintessential Southeastern Conference baseball showdown that kept a raucous crowd on the edge of its collective seat until the final pitch, the Auburn Tigers outlasted the Mississippi State Bulldogs 5-4 on Friday. Playing under the lights at Dudy Noble Field, both highly ranked programs battled fiercely to improve their standing in a tight late-season SEC race. The Tigers built an early four-run advantage, surrendered the lead late to a surging Bulldogs offense, and ultimately secured the hard-fought road victory with a clutch ninth-inning home run. Following two scoreless innings defined by impressive starting pitching from both…
- [Mississippi State Cruises Past Auburn 10-3 Behind Chance's Grand Slam and Valincius' 13 Strikeouts](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-cruises-past-auburn-10-3-behind-chances-grand-slam-and-valincius-13-strikeouts/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — The Mississippi State Bulldogs delivered a commanding all-around performance to defeat the Auburn Tigers 10-3 on Thursday night at Dudy Noble Field in front of an announced crowd of 12,658.. Bolstered by an early grand slam and a masterful pitching display that featured 15 total strikeouts, the Bulldogs controlled the series opener from the first inning onward. Mississippi State set the tone immediately in the bottom of the first inning. Following a single by first baseman Blake Bevis and a walk to right fielder Jacob Parker, designated hitter Noah Sullivan reached base, setting the stage for center fielder…
- [Mississippi State Walks Off LSU 10-8 in 11 Inning Slugfest](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-walks-off-lsu-10-8-in-11-inning-slugfest/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — In a grueling, back-and-forth Southeastern Conference showdown that lasted nearly five hours, the Mississippi State Bulldogs outlasted the LSU Tigers 10-8 in 11 innings on Friday afternoon at Dudy Noble Field. A walk-off home run sealed the victory in a game where both offenses traded blows from the opening frame. LSU struck quickly in the top of the first inning, capitalizing on an early error. Catcher Omar Serna Jr. lined an RBI single to left field to score left fielder Chris Stanfield. Shortstop Steven Milam followed with an RBI single to right-center to bring home center fielder Derek…
- [Mississippi State Pulls Away Late to Defeat Memphis 6-2](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-pulls-away-late-to-defeat-memphis-6-2/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — The Mississippi State Bulldogs relied on a clutch performance off the bench from Vytas Valincius and a sturdy collective effort from the bullpen to defeat the Memphis Tigers 6-2 on April 21, 2026, at Dudy Noble Field. Memphis struck first in the top of the first inning when designated hitter James Smith IV delivered an RBI single to center field, bringing home shortstop Javon Hernandez. The Bulldogs responded and took the lead in the bottom of the fourth inning. Right fielder Jacob Parker hit an RBI single to center field to score first baseman Reed Stallman, and shortly…
- [Mississippi State Outlasts South Carolina 4-3 in 11-Inning Thriller](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-outlasts-south-carolina-4-3-in-11-inning-thriller/): COLUMBIA, S.C. — In a tightly contested, back-and-forth Southeastern Conference battle, the Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 4-3 in 11 innings on April 19, 2026, at Founders Park. After South Carolina erased a late deficit to force extra innings, Mississippi State found a way to manufacture the decisive run in the 11th frame to secure the road victory. State opened the scoring in the top of the second inning. Second baseman Gehrig Frei reached on a fielding error, and shortly after, first baseman Blake Bevis launched a two-run home run to left field, giving the Bulldogs a 2-0…
- [Mississippi State Powers Past South Carolina 5-3 in Series Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-powers-past-south-carolina-5-3-in-series-opener/): COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Mississippi State Bulldogs relied on four home runs and a dominant starting pitching performance to defeat the South Carolina Gamecocks 5-3 on April 17, 2026. State jumped on the board early in the top of the second inning when second baseman Gehrig Frei hit a solo home run down the right-field line. The Bulldogs expanded their lead to 4-0 in the top of the third inning via the long ball; third baseman Ace Reese hit a solo home run to right field, and shortly after, first baseman Reed Stallman crushed a two-run home run to right field…
- [Mississippi State Secures 5-3 Midweek Victory Over UAB](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-secures-5-3-midweek-victory-over-uab/): Hey there, college baseball fans! Your 50-year veteran Mississippi State baseball stats expert here to bring you a quick, concise, and unbiased breakdown of Tuesday’s matchup straight from the final book. STARKVILLE, Miss. — The Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated the UAB Blazers 5-3 on April 7, 2026, at Dudy Noble Field. Line Score UAB: 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 — 3 R, 8 H, 1 E, 11 LOB Mississippi State: 2 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 X — 5 R, 9 H, 1 E, 7 LOB Scoring Summary Mississippi State struck early in the bottom…
- [Georgia Holds Off Late Mississippi State Rally in 10-9 Thriller](https://leftfieldlounge.com/georgia-holds-off-late-mississippi-state-rally-in-10-9-thriller/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — The Georgia Bulldogs narrowly escaped with a 10-9 victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Thursday, April 2, 2026, surviving a furious ninth-inning comeback attempt at Dudy Noble Field. Georgia struck early in the top of the first inning when Tre Phelps scored on a passed ball. In the second inning, Phelps launched a massive three-run home run to center field, scoring Kolby Branch and M. O’Shaughnessy to extend the lead to 4-0. Mississippi State got on the board in the bottom of the second when second baseman Gehrig Frei blasted a solo home run to right field.…
- [Mississippi State Blanks Grambling State 12-0 in Seven Innings for Ninth Straight Win](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-blanks-grambling-state-12-0-in-seven-innings-for-ninth-straight-win/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — The #4 Mississippi State Bulldogs relied on a combined two-hit pitching shutout and a steady offensive presence to defeat the Grambling State Tigers 12-0 in a seven-inning contest on March 31, 2026, at Dudy Noble Field. It was the ninth straight win for the Bulldogs, who remained undefeated at home in 2026. Mississippi State took control early in the bottom of the first inning. Third baseman Ace Reese scored the game’s first run on a balk by Grambling State’s starting pitcher. Shortly after, shortstop Ryder Woodson delivered a two-run double to left field, bringing home center fielder Jacob…
- [Bulldogs Power Past Rebels 6-1 in Oxford to Win Series](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-power-past-rebels-6-1-in-oxford-to-win-series/): OXFORD, Miss. — The Mississippi State Bulldogs relied on three home runs and a dominant start from Tomas Valincius to defeat the Ole Miss Rebels 6-1 on March 28, 2026, at Swayze Field. It is also marks the Dogs 9th series win in the last 10 series with the Rebels. The Bulldogs struck first in the top of the third inning when catcher Kevin Milewski launched a solo home run to left field, providing the game-winning hit and giving MSU a 1-0 lead. In the top of the fourth, Mississippi State added two more runs. Noah Sullivan scored when Jacob Parker…
- [Mississippi State Rallies in Ninth to Edge Ole Miss 5-4](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-rallies-in-ninth-to-edge-ole-miss-5-4/): OXFORD, Miss. — The Mississippi State Bulldogs scored two runs in the top of the ninth inning to secure a 5-4 comeback victory over the in-state rival Ole Miss Rebels on March 27, 2026, at Swayze Field. Ole Miss opened the scoring in the bottom of the fourth inning when third baseman Judd Utermark hit a solo home run to right center field. Mississippi State answered with a three-run rally in the top of the sixth. Second baseman Drew Wyers scored on an RBI single to left field by third baseman Ace Reese. Center fielder Aidan Teel then scored on an…
- [Mississippi State Defeats Vanderbilt 7-2 Behind Valincius' 14 Strikeouts](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-defeats-vanderbilt-7-2-behind-valincius-14-strikeouts/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — The Mississippi State Bulldogs relied on a dominant pitching performance and a four-run second inning to defeat the Vanderbilt Commodores 7-2 on Saturday at Dudy Noble Field. The win clinched the SEC series over the Commodores. Mississippi State opened the scoring in the bottom of the second inning. Following back-to-back walks to Ryder Woodson and Jacob Parker, and a bunt single by Kevin Milewski, Aidan Teel hit an RBI single to second base, scoring Woodson to make it 1-0. This go-ahead hit would stand as the game-winner. Ace Reese followed with a two-run double down the right-field line…
- [Bulldogs Take Game One Over Commodores 4-2 Behind Woodson's Bat](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-take-game-one-over-commodores-4-2-behind-woodsons-bat/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — The #6 Mississippi State Bulldogs opened their weekend series with a 4-2 victory over the Vanderbilt Commodores on Friday night at Dudy Noble Field. A clutch three-run homer and a combined pitching effort helped the Dawgs secure the win in front of a massive home crowd. Scoring Highlights The Bulldogs struck first in the bottom of the second inning when catcher Kevin Milewski launched a solo home run to left field with two outs. Vanderbilt responded to tie the game at 1-1 in the top of the third when shortstop Ryker Waite hit a sacrifice fly to right…
- [Mississippi State Routs Jackson State 17-1 in Seven-Inning Contest](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-routs-jackson-state-17-1-in-seven-inning-contest/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — The Mississippi State Bulldogs cruised to a commanding 17-1 victory over the Jackson State Tigers in a seven-inning matchup on March 17, 2026, at Dudy Noble Field. The Bulldogs utilized 12 hits, eight walks, and five Tigers errors to secure the blowout win. Scoring Summary Mississippi State jumped on the board early in the bottom of the first inning. Aidan Teel scored on a sacrifice fly from Noah Sullivan, providing the Bulldogs with a 1-0 lead and the eventual game-winning run. Later in the inning, Reed Stallman drove in Bryce Chance with another sacrifice fly to make it…
- [Valincius Selected SEC Co-Pitcher Of The Week](https://leftfieldlounge.com/valincius-selected-sec-co-pitcher-of-the-week/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State’s Tomas Valincius was named the SEC Co-Pitcher of the Week following his shutout performance at then fifth-ranked Arkansas on Saturday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Arkansas Rallies Late to Take Series Finale 7-3 Over Mississippi State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/arkansas-rallies-late-to-take-series-finale-7-3-over-mississippi-state/): FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Arkansas Razorbacks used a four-run eighth inning to secure a 7-3 victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Sunday afternoon at Baum-Walker Stadium, clinching the weekend series. Scoring Summary Mississippi State jumped out to an early lead in the top of the second inning. Drew Wyers opened the scoring with an RBI single to center field, bringing home Ryder Woodson. Bryce Chance followed with an RBI single to score Chone James, and Aidan Teel capped the inning with an RBI single to left that scored Blake Bevis, giving the Bulldogs a 3-0 advantage. Arkansas responded in the…
- [Mississippi State Cruises Past Arkansas 7-2 Behind Dominant Pitching](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-cruises-past-arkansas-7-2-behind-dominant-pitching/): FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Mississippi State bounced back to secure a 7-2 victory over Arkansas on Saturday afternoon at Baum-Walker Stadium, evening the weekend series. Scoring Summary Mississippi State struck first in the top of the third inning. After Aidan Teel and Bryce Chance drew walks, Ace Reese launched a three-run home run to left field, making it 3-0. In the top of the fifth inning, Reese delivered again. Following singles by Chance and Teel, Reese hit a two-run double to right-center field, extending the Mississippi State lead to 5-0. The Bulldogs added another run in the top of the sixth when…
- [Walk-Off Homer Lifts Arkansas Over Mississippi State 5-4 in SEC Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/walk-off-homer-lifts-arkansas-over-mississippi-state-5-4-in-sec-opener/): FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — TJ Pompey hit a walk-off solo home run in the bottom of the ninth inning to give Arkansas a dramatic 5-4 victory over Mississippi State on Friday evening at Baum-Walker Stadium. The scoring started early for the Razorbacks. In the bottom of the first inning, Zack Stewart brought home Damian Ruiz with an RBI groundout to give Arkansas a 1-0 lead. The Razorbacks extended their lead to 2-0 in the third inning when Camden Kozeal hit an RBI groundout to score Nolan Souza. Mississippi State answered back to tie the game in the top of the fifth inning.…
- [Mississippi State Rallies Past Tulane 11-7 Behind Massive Seventh Inning](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-rallies-past-tulane-11-7-behind-massive-seventh-inning/): BILOXI, Miss. — Mississippi State (15-2) erased a late five-run deficit with an explosive seven-run seventh inning to defeat Tulane (9-8) by a final score of 11-7 on Tuesday at Keesler Federal Park. Scoring Highlights The Green Wave struck first in the top of the first inning, taking a 2-0 lead when Jason Wachs delivered an RBI single to score Kaikea Harrison, followed by a sacrifice fly from Nolan Nawrocki that brought home Tanner Chun. Mississippi State immediately responded in the bottom half of the frame when Noah Sullivan ripped an RBI double to right-center to score Drew Wyers, and Reed…
- [Mississippi State Erupts for 26 Runs, Blanks Lipscomb in Series Finale](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-erupts-for-26-runs-blanks-lipscomb-in-series-finale/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — Mississippi State (14-2) dominated Lipscomb (6-8) with a commanding 26-0 victory in seven innings on Saturday morning at Dudy Noble Field. Pitching Highlights Mississippi State starting pitcher Duke Stone (3-0) was unhittable, earning the win after tossing 4.0 perfect innings with six strikeouts and zero walks. The Bulldog bullpen was equally impressive, with Charlie Foster, Dane Burns, and Parker Rhodes each pitching a scoreless inning in relief. Together, the staff completed a combined seven-inning, one-hit shutout with 10 total strikeouts. Lipscomb starter J. Lee took the loss, allowing seven earned runs on seven hits in 2.0 innings. Scoring…
- [Mississippi State Powers Past Lipscomb 9-4 Behind Sullivan's Big Night](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-powers-past-lipscomb-9-4-behind-sullivans-big-night/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — Mississippi State (13-2) secured a 9-4 victory over Lipscomb (6-7) at Dudy Noble Field. Scoring Highlights The Diamond Dawgs offense exploded for six runs in the bottom of the second inning. Jacob Parker opened the scoring with a two-run home run to right-center field, bringing home Ryder Woodson. Later in the frame, Bryce Chance crossed the plate on a wild pitch, setting the stage for Noah Sullivan, who launched a three-run home run to left-center to cap the six-run outburst. Lipscomb responded in the top of the third when Hutson Miles hit an RBI ground-rule double, followed closely…
- [Mississippi State Defeats Lipscomb 8-3 in Series Opener](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-defeats-lipscomb-8-3-in-series-opener/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — Mississippi State (12-2) defeated Lipscomb (6-6) by a final score of 8-3 on Thursday evening at Dudy Noble Field. Pitching Highlights Mississippi State starting pitcher McPherson earned the win, improving his record to 3-0 on the season. The starter delivered a strong performance, striking out eight batters over 6.0 innings while allowing just one earned run on five hits and one walk. Reliever Davis secured his second save of the year, entering in the eighth inning and tossing 1.2 scoreless frames with two strikeouts. For Lipscomb, starter Alejandro Llinas took the loss (0-2) after giving up three earned…
- [No. 4 MSU Closes Homestand Against Austin Peay](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-4-msu-closes-homestand-against-austin-peay/): STARKVILLE – No. 4 Mississippi State will try to close out its nine-game homestand to start the season undefeated as its hosts Austin Peay on Tuesday at 4 p.m on SEC Network+. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athetics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Break Out the Brooms: State Strikes Out 15 to Sweep Delaware 7-3](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-break-out-the-brooms-state-strikes-out-15-to-sweep-delaware-7-3/): STARKVILLE, Miss. — Playing in front of 9,473 fans at Dudy Noble Field under clear, 49-degree skies with a stiff 16 mph northwest wind, Mississippi State completed its weekend sweep of Delaware with a 7-3 victory on Sunday. The Diamond Dawgs remain perfect on the young season, improving to an 8-0 record. Pitching Highlights The Bulldog pitching staff was electric, combining to strike out 15 Delaware batters. The story of the day was right-hander Duke Stone (2-0), who took over in the third inning and completely shut down the Blue Hens. Stone tossed 4.0 scoreless innings, allowing just one hit while…
- [Series Finale For MSU-Delaware Rescheduled For 1 p.m.](https://leftfieldlounge.com/series-finale-for-msu-delaware-rescheduled-for-1-p-m/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State’s series finale with Delaware on Sunday has been pushed back to 1 p.m. due to a flight cancellation for the Fightin’ Blue Hens. Tap below to read the release from MSU Athletics.
- [No. 4 Bulldogs Set To Battle Blue Hens](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-4-bulldogs-set-to-battle-blue-hens/): STARKVILLE – No. 4 Mississippi State is just past the midway point of its nine-game homestand to start the season and are off to a perfect start. The Diamond Dawgs are off to a 5-0 start and hope to carry that momentum into their three-game series against Delaware this weekend. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Fourth-Ranked Bulldogs Take Out Troy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/fourth-ranked-bulldogs-take-out-troy/): STARKVILLE – Fourth-ranked Mississippi State erupted for four runs in the first inning and never looked back Tuesday night, rolling to a 13-7 victory over Troy at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [No. 4 MSU Hosts Two Midweek Contests](https://leftfieldlounge.com/no-4-msu-hosts-two-midweek-contests/): STARKVILLE – A busy beginning to the 2026 season continues for fourth-ranked Mississippi State. The Diamond Dawgs will take the field for a pair of midweek games against Troy on Tuesday and Alcorn State on Wednesday. Both games are slated for 4 p.m. starts and will be streamed on SEC Network+. Tap below to read the release by Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Hofstra Baseball Season Preview & Roster Evaluation](https://leftfieldlounge.com/hofstra-baseball-season-preview-roster-evaluation/): 1. Leadership Philosophy & Coaching Pedigree In the high-stakes environment of mid-major collegiate baseball, the infusion of Major League-level leadership acts as a force multiplier for player development. For a program like Hofstra, professional pedigree isn’t just a recruiting tool; it is a strategic blueprint that translates to “big league” culture—prioritizing mental resilience and technical refinement over raw tools. Implementing this professional DNA is essential for navigating a conference like the CAA where tactical execution often bridges the gap between mid-major resources and elite-level competition. Head Coach Frank Catalanotto enters his fifth season with a resume that commands immediate respect. A…
- [Ron Polk Ring Of Honor Class Of 2026 Revealed](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ron-polk-ring-of-honor-class-of-2026-revealed/): STARKVILLE – Two Major League managers and a World Series champion comprise the 2026 Ron Polk Ring of Honor Class. Nat “Buck” Showalter, Alex Grammas and Chris Stratton will be the latest group of Mississippi State Baseball legends to be immortalized onto the pillars of the Adkerson Plaza in right field at Dudy Noble Field/Polk-DeMent Stadium. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldog Trio Earns More National Honors](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldog-trio-earns-more-national-honors/): STARKVILLE – Three Mississippi State baseball players brought in more preseason accolades one week away from Opening Day. The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA) named designated hitter Noah Sullivan a first team All-American while third baseman Ace Reese received second team honors and outfielder Aidan Teel secured a spot on the fourth team. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Reese, Sullivan Receive First Team All-SEC Honors](https://leftfieldlounge.com/reese-sullivan-receive-first-team-all-sec-honors/): STARKVILLE – Two returning members of Mississippi State’s roster received All-SEC respect from the league’s coaches on Thursday. Third baseman Ace Reese and designated hitter/utility player Noah Sullivan were each selected as first team members entering the 2026 campaign. The Diamond Dawgs were also picked to finish third while receiving four first place votes, the second-most of any program.
- [SEC Baseball In The 2026 Preseason Polls](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-baseball-in-the-2026-preseason-polls/): A look at where SEC teams rank in the 2026 preseason baseball polls. Tap below to view,
- [2025-26 SEC Football bowl assignments announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2025-26-sec-football-bowl-assignments-announced/): Eleven Southeastern Conference football teams learned their postseason bowl destinations on Sunday, including five schools that will participate in the College Football Playoff. Tap below to read the release from the SEC.
- [Mississippi State Secures 27th Bowl Game; Will Play In Duke’s Mayo Bowl](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-secures-27th-bowl-game-will-play-in-dukes-mayo-bowl/): STARKVILLE — For the 27th time in program history, Mississippi State football is going bowling as the Bulldogs will play in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl at 7 p.m. CT/8 p.m. ET on Jan. 2 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Mississippi State’s opponent will be announced at a later time.  Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [SEC to increase scholarship limits for football](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-to-increase-scholarship-limits-for-football/): The SEC will its football scholarship limit to 105, according to a report Friday by Ross Dellenger of Yahoo Sports. Tap below to read the report from AL.com
- [Jackson named inaugural Brodell Chair in Dermatology](https://leftfieldlounge.com/jackson-named-inaugural-brodell-chair-in-dermatology/): Former Diamond Dog pitcher and University of Mississippi Medical Center Department of Dermatology as Dr. Jeremy Jackson, chair of the Department of Dermatology, was named the inaugural Linda P. Brodell, M.D. and Robert T. Brodell, M.D. Chair in Dermatology.  Tap below to read the release from University of Mississippi Medical Center.
- [Longtime Rivals Mississippi State and Ole Miss Clash in the 122nd Egg Bowl, presented by Facebook](https://leftfieldlounge.com/longtime-rivals-mississippi-state-and-ole-miss-clash-in-the-122nd-egg-bowl-presented-by-facebook/): STARKVILLE, Miss. – One of college football’s oldest and greatest rivalries is back in action the Friday after Thanksgiving as the Mississippi State Bulldogs host the Ole Miss Rebels in the Egg Bowl, presented by Facebook. Tap below to read the release by Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Rosters Set For The 2025 Farm Bureau Diamond Dawg Classic](https://leftfieldlounge.com/rosters-set-for-the-2025-farm-bureau-diamond-dawg-classic/): STARKVILLE – Dudy Noble Field has been the setting for many memorable moments throughout Mississippi State’s storied history. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [SEC to announce four years of football opponents on television special](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-to-announce-four-years-of-football-opponents-on-television-special/): BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (September 19, 2025) – The Southeastern Conference will announce the football opponents for the next four years for every SEC school on a one-hour television special, SEC Now: 2026-29 Football Opponents Reveal, scheduled for Tuesday, September 23, at 7 pm ET on SEC Network and ESPN2. Ta[ below to read the release from the SEC.
- [SEC Today for Aug 30, 2025](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-today-for-aug-30-2025/): Mississippi State Headlines Mississippi State vs. Southern Miss: Game Day Coverage Mississippi State travels to Hattiesburg to face Southern Miss in the season opener for both teams.1 Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. ET on ESPN.2 MSU Football Gameday Changes for 2025 Season Mississippi State has implemented significant changes to its gameday experience for the 2025 season, particularly concerning tailgating in The Junction.3 Students will be moved to the Amphitheater, and Southern Tradition Tailgating will take over The Junction to create a more uniform and safe environment.4 Three Keys to Victory for Mississippi State at Southern Miss A look at the…
- [Elevating The Experience: What’s New At Davis Wade Stadium In 2025](https://leftfieldlounge.com/elevating-the-experience-whats-new-at-davis-wade-stadium-in-2025-2/): STARKVILLE – Following the unveiling of this season’s lineup of helmets and the introduction of a new alternate uniform, Mississippi State Athletics is set to roll out significant gameday enhancements at Davis Wade Stadium this fall. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State News and Headlines Aug 27, 2025](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-news-and-headlines-aug-27-2025/): Football Elevating The Experience: What’s New At Davis Wade Stadium In 2025 Mississippi State is debuting a number of new features to Davis Wade Stadium, including an LED light show, an improved sound system, and new camera angles.1 The athletic department has invested $9 million in these upgrades.2 Source: Hailstate.com Link: https://hailstate.com/news/2025/8/27/football-elevating-the-experience-whats-new-at-davis-wade-stadium-in-2025 “Dawg Talk” Returns For 2025 Season Mississippi State football’s radio show, “Dawg Talk,” is returning for the 2025 season.3 The show will feature head coach Jeff Lebby, student-athletes, and other special guests.4 Source: Hailstate.com Link: https://hailstate.com/news/2025/8/27/football-dawg-talk-returns-for-2025-season Jeff Lebby looks to opening day against Southern Miss5 Head coach Jeff Lebby…
- [Elevating The Experience: What’s New At Davis Wade Stadium In 2025](https://leftfieldlounge.com/elevating-the-experience-whats-new-at-davis-wade-stadium-in-2025/): STARKVILLE – Following the unveiling of this season’s lineup of helmets and the introduction of a new alternate uniform, Mississippi State Athletics is set to roll out significant gameday enhancements at Davis Wade Stadium this fall. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [SEC Athletic News for August 25. 2025](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-athletic-news-for-august-25-2025/): Mississippi State Headlines SEC Football Headlines SEC Football Schedules and Scores The 2025 college football season is officially underway! Here are a few notable Week 1 matchups with SEC teams: Disclaimer: This information was researched and curated with the assistance of AI but reviewed and verified by a human.
- [SEC teams must play major non-conference game: Which ones must make schedule changes?](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-teams-must-play-major-non-conference-game-which-ones-must-make-schedule-changes/): The league announced it will finally make the move to a nine-game conference slate starting with the 2026 season along with requiring its teams to schedule one additional “high quality” non-conference opponent from the ACC, Big Ten or Big 12 or Notre Dame each season. Tap below to read the report by Jordan Mendoza for USA TODAY.
- [State Set To Host Louisiana Tech In Fall Exhibition](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-set-to-host-louisiana-tech-in-fall-exhibition/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State baseball fans will have the opportunity to catch an early glimpse of Brian O’Connor’s Diamond Dawgs as they host a fall exhibition game against Louisiana Tech on Nov. 1. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [SEC adopts nine-game conference slate starting in 2026](https://leftfieldlounge.com/sec-adopts-nine-game-conference-slate-starting-in-2026/): SEC athletic directors adopted a nine-game conference football schedule starting with the 2026-27 season, the league announced Thursday. Tap below to read the report by Cody Nagel for CSBSports.com
- [New Junction and Amphitheater tailgating zones for football](https://leftfieldlounge.com/new-junction-and-amphitheater-tailgating-zones-for-football/): Perhaps the most impactful changes for MSU football fans will be fundamental changes in tailgating zones that will significantly enhance the gameday experience for longtime Bulldog fans and visitors alike in The Junction, MSU’s premier gameday tailgating area and one of the most iconic in the Southeastern Conference. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State University.
- [#StateToTheShow Update: August 15](https://leftfieldlounge.com/statetotheshow-update-august-15/): The Diamond Dawgs have produced 71 Major League Baseball players and 20 first-round picks during their storied history. MSU has had 52 players playing professionally this year, 13 at the big league level. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State Fuels Future Success With Strategic Additions In NIL, Talent And Financial Strategy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-fuels-future-success-with-strategic-additions-in-nil-talent-and-financial-strategy/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State Athletics has announced two significant additions to its executive leadership team, further strengthening the department’s progressive approach to the new era of college athletics which includes strategic financial modeling, roster and cap management, NIL advancement and student-athlete talent acquisition.  Tap below to read the relase from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State To The Show Update: August 9](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-to-the-show-update-august-9/): Mississippi State has a rich tradition of producing some of the top talent in professional baseball. The Diamond Dawgs have produced 71 Major League Baseball players and 20 first-round picks during their storied history. MSU has had 52 players playing professionally this year, 13 at the big league level. Tap to read the release from Mississippi State Athletcs. 
- [MSU To Play Florida State In Pensacola Exhibition](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-to-play-florida-state-in-pensacola-exhibition/): PENSACOLA, Fla., – Mississippi State is headed to the Florida panhandle for a fall exhibition game. The Diamond Dawgs will scrimmage against Florida State on Oct. 18 at 1 p.m. at Blue Wahoos Stadium in Pensacola, home to the Miami Marlins’ Double-A affiliate. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Preseason SEC Football Media Poll, All-SEC Team Announced](https://leftfieldlounge.com/preseason-sec-football-media-poll-all-sec-team-announced/): BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (July 18, 2025) — Texas has been predicted to win the 2025 SEC Championship, according to a preseason poll of media covering SEC Football Media Days. The Longhorns received 96 votes to be crowned SEC Champion on December 6 in Atlanta at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with Georgia being picked to be the Texas’ opponent in a rematch of the 2024 SEC Championship Game. Georgia received 44 votes to win the SEC Championship. The participants of the SEC Championship Game will be determined during the regular-season conference schedule as the teams with the two best overall SEC winning percentages. Only 10 times…
- [2025 MLB Draft: Each team's best pick after the first round and who could have big-league potential](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2025-mlb-draft-each-teams-best-pick-after-the-first-round-and-who-could-have-big-league-potential/): The first-round picks get all the attention but the later rounds are when teams can find gems. Tap below to read the report from CBSSports.com and see about Pico Kohn.
- [Seven Bulldogs Selected In MLB Draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/seven-bulldogs-selected-in-mlb-draft/): STARKVILLE – The 2025 MLB Draft is in the books. The Diamond Dawgs saw seven players selected on the second day of the draft. Pico Kohn, Evan Siary, Karson Ligon, Hunter Hines, Luke Dotson, Nate Williams and Jacob Pruitt were all taken during this year’s draft to bring MSU’s all-time total to 248 draft picks. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [107 SEC players selected in MLB Draft](https://leftfieldlounge.com/107-sec-players-selected-in-mlb-draft/): A total 107 Southeastern Conference baseball players, more than any other conference, were selected in the 2025 Major League Baseball Draft. Tap below to read the release from the SEC Office.
- [MLB All-Star Futures Game 2025: Josue De Paula, Jurrangelo Cijntje among this year's standout players](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mlb-all-star-futures-game-2025-josue-de-paula-jurrangelo-cijntje-among-this-years-standout-players/): Here are 5 takeaways from Saturday’s exhibition of the top minor leaguers, which the National League won 4-2. Tap below to read the article from Yahoo Sports.
- [Reese Earns Fifth All-America Honor](https://leftfieldlounge.com/reese-earns-fifth-all-america-honor/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State’s Ace Reese can add another All-American accolade to his long list of accomplishments and awards from the 2025 season. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [USA Baseball Invites Third Bulldog To Training Camp](https://leftfieldlounge.com/usa-baseball-invites-third-bulldog-to-training-camp/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State pitcher Ryan McPherson accepted an invitation from USA Baseball to participate in its training camp. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Reese, Sullivan Selected ABCA All-Region](https://leftfieldlounge.com/reese-sullivan-selected-abca-all-region/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State standouts Ace Reese and Noah Sullivan were selected to the ABCA/Rawlings South All-Region team on Tuesday. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [O'Connor Picks Parker As Pitching Coach](https://leftfieldlounge.com/oconnor-picks-parker-as-pitching-coach/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State head baseball coach Brian O’Connor has announced that Justin Parker will continue with the Diamond Dawgs as the program’s pitching coach, solidifying a key role on the Bulldogs’ staff. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [What to Know Before Coach O’Connor’s Thursday Night Debut At The Dude](https://leftfieldlounge.com/what-to-know-before-coach-oconnors-thursday-night-debut-at-the-dude/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State Athletics will host a public welcome event for new head baseball coach Brian O’Connor on Thursday evening at Dudy Noble Field. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. CT, with the celebration beginning at 7 p.m. CT. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Brian O’Connor’s Mississippi State baseball coaching staff is forming. Here’s what to know](https://leftfieldlounge.com/brian-oconnors-mississippi-state-baseball-coaching-staff-is-forming-heres-what-to-know/): STARKVILLE — No Mississippi State baseball assistant coach hires for Brian O’Connor’s staff have been made official yet, but clues show who might be coming with him.  Tap below to read the report from the Clarion-Ledger.
- [Mississippi State Hires One Of College Baseball’s Greats In Brian O’Connor](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-hires-one-of-college-baseballs-greats-in-brian-oconnor/): STARKVILLE – One of college baseball’s most tradition-rich programs is turning to one of the sport’s most decorated leaders to guide its next chapter. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Howser Reese, Sullivan Up For Dick Howser Trophy](https://leftfieldlounge.com/howser-reese-sullivan-up-for-dick-howser-trophy/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State’s Ace Reese and Noah Sullivan were both selected as semifinalists for the Dick Howser Trophy, which is presented to the top collegiate baseball player. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [2025 SEC Baseball Tournament Bracket](https://leftfieldlounge.com/2025-sec-baseball-tournament-bracket/): Tap below to view the 2025 SEC Tournament Bracket.
- [Diamond Dawgs Earn Run-Rule Win Over No. 12 Crimson Tide](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-earn-run-rule-win-over-no-12-crimson-tide/): TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A seven-run top of the fifth spearheaded a 13-3 run-rule victory for Mississippi State to start its series at No. 12 Alabama on Friday night. The Bulldogs batted around and collected five doubles during their breakout fifth frame. Sawyer Reeves, Bryce Chance and Joe Powell all had two-run two-baggers in the inning while Ace Reese added an RBI single. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [MSU Travels To Tuscaloosa To Take On No. 12 Tide](https://leftfieldlounge.com/msu-travels-to-tuscaloosa-to-take-on-no-12-tide/): TUSCALOOSA, Ala., – Mississippi State has certainly not been a stranger to the road of late. The Diamond Dawgs are closing out a stretch of the schedule that has seen them play 11 of 15 contests in a visiting venue. MSU is once again away this weekend with the silver lining of its shortest trip of the season. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State Slugs Its Way To Series-Evening Win Over South Carolina](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-slugs-its-way-to-series-evening-win-over-south-carolina/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State topped South Carolina 11-4 on Saturday afternoon at Dudy Noble Field, evening up the weekend’s three-game set at a win apiece. The Bulldogs outhit the Gamecocks 12-5 with Ace Reese leading the charge. Reese went 3-for-5 at the plate with two home runs and a pair of RBIs. Reed Stallman followed suit, going 2-for-2 including a homer, a double and an RBI. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State Falls To South Carolina](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-falls-to-south-carolina/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State built itself some early momentum but ultimately dropped a 7-3 decision to South Carolina on Friday night at Dudy Noble Field.  The Diamond Dawg offense put together a three-run first inning to grab a 3-1 lead before the Gamecocks tied things with a two-run homer in the fourth. South Carolina then added a pair of runs in both the sixth and ninth to turn away MSU.  Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Ron Polk Ring Of Honor Ceremony Set For Saturday](https://leftfieldlounge.com/ron-polk-ring-of-honor-ceremony-set-for-saturday/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State will induct the seventh class of the Ron Polk Ring of Honor in a ceremony on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in the Adkerson Plaza at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State Returns Home To Host Gamecocks](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-returns-home-to-host-gamecocks/): STARKVILLE – After two weekends on the road, Mississippi State returns to the friendly confines of Dudy Noble Field to host South Carolina for a three-game set. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State Returns Home To Face Samford](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-returns-home-to-face-samford/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State returns home for a quick midweek tilt against Samford sandwiched between two Southeastern Conference weekends on the road. The battle of the Bulldogs is slated for a 6 p.m. start at Dudy Noble Field on Tuesday and will be televised on SEC Network+. For the third-straight midweek matchup, MSU will send out Noah Sullivan to start the game on the mound. 
- [Kohn Earns SEC Pitcher Of The Week Honor](https://leftfieldlounge.com/kohn-earns-sec-pitcher-of-the-week-honor/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State’s Pico Kohn was selected as the Southeastern Conference Pitcher of the Week following his dominant outing at No. 10 Oklahoma this past Friday. Kohn started and limited the Sooners to just two hits while logging six shutout innings in a 2-1 win. He also struck out 10 – one shy of his career-high – and only surrendered four base runners while improving to 4-0 on the mound.
- [State Drops Series At No. 10 Oklahoma](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-drops-series-at-no-10-oklahoma/): NORMAN, Okla. – Mississippi State lost the rubber game of its weekend series at 10th-ranked Oklahoma 7-3 on Sunday. The Diamond Dawgs plated all three of their runs in the top of the third inning to take a one-run lead but were unable to sustain it, falling to 15-9 overall and 1-9 in Southeastern Conference play. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs drop slugfest to No. 10 Sooners](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-drop-slugfest-to-no-10-sooners/): NORMAN, Okla. – Mississippi State had an offensive explosion on Saturday, but the Bulldogs fell just short in a slugfest against No. 10 Oklahoma by a final score of 13-11. State banged out 17 hits and rallied from an early 7-0 deficit to take an 11-10 lead in the seventh, however the Sooners staged a comeback of their own to take the win and even up this weekend’s three-game series. Tap below to read the release by Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State Set For SEC Series With No. 10 Sooners](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-set-for-sec-series-with-no-10-sooners/): NORMAN, Okla., – Mississippi State baseball is certainly becoming familiar with the two newcomers to the Southeastern Conference. After opening conference play at home against now No. 8 Texas, the Diamond Dawgs trek to 10th-ranked Oklahoma to take on the Sooners as they host an SEC series for the first time. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Take Midweek Run-Rule Victory Over Jackson State](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-take-midweek-run-rule-victory-over-jackson-state/): STARKVILLE– Mississippi State opened its midweek contest against Jackson State with a seven-run first inning to get a jumpstart on an eventual 16-3 run-rule victory on Tuesday at Dudy Noble Field.  Kevin Mannell recorded his first win with the Bulldogs after pitching two frames in relief for starter Noah Sullivan. Mannell struck out six batters, didn’t issue a walk and gave up only one hit in his outing. Sullivan tossed three shutout frames, allowing only one hit. He struck out four Tigers. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Welcome Jackson State For Midweek Matchup](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-welcome-jackson-state-for-midweek-matchup/): TARKVILLE – For the second time this season, Mississippi State will welcome an instate foe to Dudy Noble Field for a midweek matchup. The Diamond Dawgs are set to host Jackson State on Tuesday at 6 p.m. on SEC Network +. MSU fared well earlier this month when then 20th-ranked Southern Miss came to town, a game in which the Bulldogs won 18-3 in seven innings. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Mississippi State Drops A Pair To No. 11 Texas In Sunday Doubleheader](https://leftfieldlounge.com/mississippi-state-drops-a-pair-to-no-11-texas-in-sunday-doubleheader/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State dropped a pair of close seven-inning games to No. 11 Texas on Sunday at Dudy Noble Field. The Diamond Dawgs fell 5-3 and 4-1 to the Longhorns to wrap up the weekend’s Southeastern Conference-opening series. Tap below to read the re;ease from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawg Rally Falls Just Short Against No. 11 Texas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawg-rally-falls-just-short-against-no-11-texas/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State put forth a valiant ninth-inning rally but couldn’t complete a dramatic comeback as the Bulldogs fell 8-7 to No. 11 Texas in both teams’ Southeastern Conference opener Friday night at Dudy Noble Field. MSU plated a pair of runs in the final inning and had the tying run at second base with two outs when a hard-hit ground out to shortstop ended things. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Dawgs Open SEC Play Hosting No. 11 Texas](https://leftfieldlounge.com/dawgs-open-sec-play-hosting-no-11-texas/): STARKVILLE – Two of college baseball’s most storied programs will clash on the Opening Weekend of Southeastern Conference play as Mississippi State hosts 11th-ranked Texas. The two teams last met in the semifinals of the 2021 College World Series with the Diamond Dawgs defeating the Longhorns 4-3 en route to earning State’s first national championship. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State Downs Nicholls In Midweek Matchup](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-downs-nicholls-in-midweek-matchup/): BILOXI – Mississippi State finished 2-0 in the Hancock Whitney Classic after a 2-1 win over Nicholls Wednesday night. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Take Down Old Dominion, 9-4](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-take-down-old-dominion-9-4/): BILOXI – Mississippi State grabbed Game 1 of the Hancock Whitney Classic with a 9-4 win over Old Dominion at Kessler Federal Park on Tuesday night. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Bulldogs Set For Midweek Matchups In Biloxi](https://leftfieldlounge.com/bulldogs-set-for-midweek-matchups-in-biloxi/): BILOXI – Mississippi State baseball is back at the beach where the Bulldogs are set to battle two non-conference opponents prior to opening SEC play this weekend. MSU takes on Old Dominion on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Keesler Federal Park before returning to the same venue to take on Nicholls on Wednesday at 5 p.m. Both games are part of the Hancock Whitney Classic and will be televised on SEC Network+. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [State Secures Series Over Queens, 10-2](https://leftfieldlounge.com/state-secures-series-over-queens-10-2/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State secured its third-straight home series win with a 10-2 victory over Queens in front of 10,456 at Dudy Noble Field on Saturday. Ten different Bulldogs were in the hit column as State (10-4) stacked up 14 hits on the day. Aaron Downs led the way going 3-for-3 with a double, a pair of two-run home runs and five RBIs.  Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Take Series-Opening Win Over Queens](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-take-series-opening-win-over-queens/): STARKVILLE– Yet another strong start from Pico Kohn and a pair of Mississippi State home runs helped the Bulldogs to a series-opening 9-3 win over Queens on Friday night at Dudy Noble Field. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.
- [Diamond Dawgs Hosting Queens This Weekend](https://leftfieldlounge.com/diamond-dawgs-hosting-queens-this-weekend/): STARKVILLE – Mississippi State has one final weekend tune-up before conference play begins as Chris Lemonis and the Diamond Dawgs welcome Queens to town for a three-game set. The series gets underway on Friday at 6 p.m. followed by a Saturday outing at 2 p.m. and Sunday’s finale beginning at 1 p.m. All three games will be televised on SEC Network + and can be heard on the Bulldog Sports Network powered by Learfield. Tap below to read the release from Mississippi State Athletics.

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