Evan Siary Named SEC Pitcher of the Week

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News Summary

Evan Siary, a junior right-handed pitcher for the Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs, has been awarded the SEC Pitcher of the Week. This honor comes after his impressive performance against Ole Miss, where he recorded a career-high of 15 strikeouts in eight shutout innings, contributing significantly to a 4-1 victory. Siary’s season record improves to 2-1, and he currently leads the SEC in strikeouts, highlighting his exceptional talent on the mound.

Starkville, Mississippi – Evan Siary, a junior right-handed pitcher for the Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs, has been named the Southeastern Conference Pitcher of the Week as of May 12, 2025. This recognition follows his exceptional performance during a game against No. 24 Ole Miss, where he achieved a career-high of 15 strikeouts in eight shutout innings.

The standout game occurred on May 9 in the second match of a doubleheader, concluding with Mississippi State winning 4-1. During the game, Siary demonstrated remarkable control, not issuing any walks and allowing only six hits. He also pitched for a career-high of 98 pitches, showcasing his stamina and effectiveness on the mound.

Prior to this noteworthy outing, Siary had not exceeded six strikeouts in any of his previous 36 appearances. His recent performance has not only earned him the SEC Pitcher of the Week honor but also placed him at the top of the SEC leaderboard for strikeouts this season. His total is tied for the highest in 2025, matching the performance of Anthony Eyanson from LSU.

Siary’s victory improved his season record to 2-1 and helped him lower his earned run average (ERA) to 4.06. He has participated in 13 games this season, starting in eight of them. Remarkably, Siary has accumulated 57 strikeouts while allowing only 13 walks across 44.1 innings of work, indicating a strong ability to limit scoring opportunities for opponents. Opponents are managing only a .225 batting average against him, further demonstrating his effectiveness as a pitcher.

His accolade as the SEC Pitcher of the Week marks him as the 42nd player in Mississippi State’s history to receive this honor. Siary is the second player from the team to be recognized this season, following teammate Pico Kohn, who earned the title on March 24.

This recognition places Siary among a prestigious group of pitchers who have made significant contributions to the Mississippi State baseball program. The Diamond Dawgs have a storied history in college baseball, routinely producing players who excel at the collegiate level and beyond.

As the season progresses, Siary’s performance will be closely monitored as Mississippi State continues its campaign in the Southeastern Conference. His ability to achieve such high strikeout numbers this season may play a crucial role in the team’s performance, as they strive for a successful conclusion to the regular season.

The recognition received by Siary reflects not only his talent but also the dedication required to achieve such excellence in collegiate athletics. The Mississippi State baseball program is recognized for developing strong pitching talent, and Siary’s recent performance underscores this tradition.