Mississippi State Bulldogs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Pitching Breakdown: Mississippi State Not Changing Starting Rotation

With the off-field drama in Starkville, it’s easy to forget there’s actual games to be played this weekend. Mississippi State will host Kentucky for a three-game series at Dudy Noble Field, part of the Super Bulldog Weekend.

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Scouting Report: What McWhorter brings to Bulldogs 2026 Class

STARKVILLE, Miss. -- Mississippi State continued its recent stretch of recruiting victories with the commitment of 2026 quarterback Brodie McWhorter Thursday afternoon.

College Baseball News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / May 2

Who could be Mississippi State Baseball's 'splash' hire?

In less than a week, a general sense of the type of coach to replace Chris Lemonis is already starting to emerge. Baseball America’s Jacob Rudner and Peter Flaherty on the Baseball America College Podcast may have put it in the simplest terms when they talked about the situation.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / May 1

Why did Mississippi State chose now to fire Chris Lemonis?

There are many different angles and storylines around the currently vacant Mississippi State baseball head coaching position. But before too much time passes by, let’s step back and look at the timing of this firing.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / May 1

Bulldogs add significant transfer to defensive line

STARKVILLE, Miss. — Charlotte 49ers' transfer defensive lineman Colin Coates has signed with Mississippi State following his scheduled visit with Bulldogs coaches, according to On3.

College Football News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / May 1

Bulldogs need more defensive backs, Big Ten transfer fits need

STARKVILLE, Miss. — It would be a wise choice for Mississippi State to continue restructuring the secondary after its abysmal performance in 2024. The defensive backfield still needs some help as second-year coach Jeff Lebby mentioned following Mississippi State's Maroon and White Spring Game last month.

More than bragging rights on the line for Mississippi State softball

No. 18 Mississippi State has just three games left until the final SEC standings are set and the SEC’s 15 teams converge in Athens, Ga. for the 2025 SEC Softball Tournament.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / April 29

Apparently Mississippi State players dealing okay with coaching change

STARKVILLE, Miss. — Maybe it was relief. Or maybe it was just one of those mysterious things that fall under the "that's baseball" answers in the postgame.

College Baseball News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / April 29

Who will replace Chris Lemonis at Mississippi State?

Mississippi State has played 135 college baseball seasons and has won 2,853 games. That’s the 12th most wins in the history of college baseball. But the Bulldogs have just one national championship in their history.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Former Mississippi State basketball standout signs with NFL team

There is a growing trend of college basketball players getting signed to play in the NFL. One of the latest is Mississippi State's Jimmy Bell Jr. The 6-foot-10, 330-pounder went hardwood to the gridiron, signing a deal with the Los Angeles Chargers as an offensive tackle.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Mississippi State fires baseball coach Chris Lemonis

One month away from the start of the NCAA tournament and Misssissippi State will be searching for a new baseball head coach. Chris Lemonis, who led the Bulldogs to their first and only national championship in 2021, has been fired, the university announced.

College Football News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / April 28

Bulldogs could have problem keeping Taylor off field in 2025

STARKVILLE, Miss. — Mississippi State true freshman quarterback KaMario Taylor has quite the future ahead of him while impressing coaches, fans this spring.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / April 28

Mississippi State fires Chris Lemonis after seven years, title

STARKVILLE, Miss. — Seeing Mississippi State decided to part ways with Chris Lemonis after this season wasn't too surprising. Seeing it happen Monday with the news from athletics director Zac Selmon with games left to be played was somewhat interesting.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / The Spun / April 28

Major College Baseball Coach Fired On Monday Afternoon

An SEC baseball program has made a coaching change Monday afternoon. Mississippi State has fired head coach Chris Lemonis after six-plus seasons, the school announced today.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / April 28

Bulldogs on the bubble, but path to NCAA Tournament remains intact

That was an OK weekend from Mississippi State. The Bulldogs picked up a win in Saturday’s game against No. 10 Auburn, but lost the series to the Tigers and, frankly, it could’ve been a series win if the Bulldogs held onto a lead late in Friday’s game.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / April 27

Mississippi State can't hold off Auburn to drop another series

AUBURN, Ala. — Mississippi State took the bats with them on a road trip to face No. 11 Auburn with a chance of getting some momentum at the end of the season.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / April 27

Mississippi State builds big lead, holds it to beat Auburn

Usually comebacks are surprising, unexpected events, but not against Mississippi State. It’s basically expected an opposing team will go on a scoring run.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / April 26

A no good, very bad night for Mississippi State baseball

Mississippi State and Auburn’s series-opening game Friday night was supposed to start at 6 p.m. But the first pitch wasn’t thrown until after 9 p.m. So, Bulldog fans can be forgiven for not staying up until nearly midnight to watch their Bulldogs fall 6-5 to No.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / April 25

Disruptive in-state pass rusher impressed by Bulldogs culture

STARKVILLE, Miss. -- Mississippi State left a strong impression on several recruiting targets after the Maroon and White Spring Game last weekend. Tupelo athlete Kaiden Buchanan was one of the Bulldogs' top prospects blown away by the whole visit from the in-game experience, campus, all around environment and culture of the program.

College Basketball News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / April 25

Ex-Hoya one of the Bulldogs' best transfer portal additions

Mississippi State has reportedly received one of its best commitments during this portal window in the same week the Bulldogs lost another talented commitment.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Banana Ball World Tour nearly sold out at Mississippi State

The 2025 Banana Ball World Tour is making its way to Dudy Noble Field in Starkville. As one of 39 stops for the Savannah Bananas, "The Greatest Show in Sports" is expected to bring an outstanding crowd to MSU's campus.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Yardbarker / March 24