News Summary
The Old Dominion Monarchs are set to face the No. 22 Mississippi State Bulldogs on March 11, 2025, in a thrilling college baseball matchup at Keesler Federal Park. Both teams are eager to prove themselves, with the Monarchs coming off a recent win but holding a 4-9 record, while the Bulldogs ride a four-game winning streak and boast an 11-4 record. This matchup marks their first encounter, promising an exciting night for baseball fans.
Old Dominion Monarchs Set to Take on No. 22 Mississippi State Bulldogs in a Thrilling Matchup
Biloxi, Mississippi – Mark your calendars for a packed night of college baseball on March 11, 2025! The Old Dominion Monarchs will be squaring off against the No. 22 Mississippi State Bulldogs at the scenic Keesler Federal Park at 7 p.m. EDT. This game promises to be a captivating showdown between two talented teams looking to make their mark this season.
The Monarchs’ Journey
So far this season, the Monarchs have faced quite a few ups and downs, sporting a record of 4-9 as they head into this match with the Bulldogs. They recently battled it out against then-No. 22 Auburn, where they had a thrilling win on Saturday, putting 11 runs on the board against 9 for Auburn, thanks to a spectacular three-run homer by Kainen Jorge. The excitement, unfortunately, didn’t last long as they fell in the rubber match on Sunday, ending with a score of 7-3.
If we take a closer look at the Monarchs’ batting stats, they’re currently holding a team batting average of .242, with a slugging percentage of .338 and on-base percentage of .347. Leading the charge is Tahraun Hammond, who has been exceptional this season with an average of .381. Other standout players include Zach Leite at .310, and Kainen Jorge, who has racked up 12 runs and 13 walks!
A Look at the Bulldogs
On the flip side of things, Mississippi State enters this contest riding high on a four-game winning streak, having recently swept Queens University of Charlotte with convincing scores of 9-3, 10-2, and another 9-3.
The Bulldogs are a force to reckon with this year, boasting an impressive record of 11-4, and they’re currently ranked 22nd by Baseball America. As for their batting prowess, they have a phenomenal team batting average of .333 and an impressive slugging percentage of .593. They’ve hit a total of 31 home runs this season with an average of 2.07 home runs per game. Leading the pack is Noah Sullivan with a stunning average of .426, alongside Aaron Downs, who ranks nationally with seven home runs!
Pitching Matchups
As for the mound, Old Dominion is set to start Nick Sulpizio, who currently has an 0-1 record with a 5.06 ERA. He has made three appearances, recording five strikeouts in 5.1 innings. Meanwhile, Mississippi State will send Evan Siary to the hill. Currently, he holds a 0.00 ERA in his brief appearance and has managed to only allow one hit in 3.1 innings along with four strikeouts.
The pitching stats for Mississippi State are astounding, allowing just 5.54 hits per nine innings, ranking second nationally, while also boasting a WHIP of 1.02, coming in third nationally. With such fantastic stats, the Bulldogs will be a tough nut to crack for the Monarchs.
Looking Forward
This matchup marks the first-ever meeting between Old Dominion and Mississippi State, and both teams are eager to create some history. Fans can catch every pitch, catch, and hit as the game will be streamed live on SEC Network + with live stats available online.
After this matchup, Old Dominion will face Southern Miss in a three-game series starting on March 14, 2025. So, baseball fans, don’t miss out on what promises to be an electrifying night at Keesler Federal Park!
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