Samford baseball will host 17th-ranked Mississippi State on Tuesday at 6 p.m. in Birmingham, AL. The Bulldogs look to improve their 17-17 record, coming off a weekend sweep of VMI. They face a Mississippi State team reeling from three consecutive losses to Tennessee, with a current record of 26-10. Right-handed pitcher Ryan Vermillion will make his first college start for Samford, aiming for an upset against a historically strong opponent.

By the Numbers
  • Mississippi State leads the series 41-11 over Samford.
  • Samford's Jake Souders is hitting .405 with 30 RBIs this season.
  • Mississippi State's Bryce Chance has a batting average of .376 with 19 RBIs.
State of Play
  • Samford holds a 5-4 record in SoCon play following a weekend sweep.
  • Mississippi State's recent losses have affected their SEC standing (7-8).
  • Tuesday's matchup is Samford's seventh of eight against SEC opponents this season.
What's Next

After facing Mississippi State, Samford will host Auburn on April 21. The Bulldogs will aim to capitalize on their home-field advantage and build momentum in upcoming games against tough competition.

Bottom Line

This game represents a crucial opportunity for Samford to boost their record and gain confidence against a ranked opponent while Mississippi State looks to turn their recent performance around.