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Couple of names starting to emerge for Mississippi State coaching job

STARKVILLE, Miss. — When SEC schools have a job opening in a major sport, there's always going to be a laundry list of wild speculation. Mississippi State has that going now.

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Maybe Bulldogs' improvement not solely result of change but hard to ignore

STARKVILLE, Miss. — Put the credit for Mississippi State's turnaround wherever you want. Interim coach Justin Parker isn't taking all of the credit, though.

No. 18 Mississippi State to face No. 10 LSU at SEC Softball Tournament

The 2025 SEC Softball Tournament bracket has been set and Mississippi State fans will have to until Wednesday to see their team play. The Bulldogs (37-16, 13-11 SEC, No.

Mississippi State's NCAA Tournament hopes just got real

This has been a difficult, emotional week for the entire Mississippi State baseball program and deserves some time to celebrate its series sweep of Kentucky.

Mississippi State completes SEC series sweep against Kentucky

Mississippi State’s had one of those weeks that wouldn’t be shocking if it resulted in being swept by Kentucky this weekend. The Bulldogs had to deal with their coaching being relieved of his duties, a game against Memphis the next day, two days’ worth of thunderstorms that pushed Friday’s game against Kentucky into a Saturday double-header.

Mississippi State Bulldogs News / Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI / May 4

Two wins, one statement: Bulldogs sweep Kentucky at Dudy Noble Field

Safe to say Saturday was a good day for Mississippi State on the baseball diamond. The Bulldogs swept Saturday’s double header against Kentucky by scores of 14-4 (seven innings) and 6-5 (11 innings) to secure a crucial series win.

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

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.

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

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