Evan Siary Leads Mississippi State to Victory Over Ole Miss

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News Summary

Evan Siary of Mississippi State delivered a standout performance in a doubleheader against No. 22 Ole Miss, achieving 15 strikeouts in eight shutout innings. This game earned him the SEC Pitcher of the Week and Golden Spikes Player of the Week honors. His success comes after a challenging period and helps the Bulldogs improve their record as they push for an NCAA Tournament appearance.

Starkville, Mississippi – Evan Siary of Mississippi State made headlines with a dominant performance, leading his team to a series victory over No. 22 Ole Miss. In a thrilling doubleheader on May 9, Siary recorded 15 strikeouts in eight shutout innings, marking the highest strikeout tally for any Southeastern Conference (SEC) pitcher in the 2025 season to date.

Siary’s exceptional outing not only earned him accolades as SEC Pitcher of the Week but also the Golden Spikes Player of the Week honor. This recognition came just a day after his remarkable performance, which saw him allowing only six hits and no walks during the game. His impressive feat ties him with LSU’s Anthony Eyanson, who also achieved 15 strikeouts against North Alabama earlier in the season.

Prior to the doubleheader, Siary had struggled with strikeouts, managing to fan more than six batters in just one of his last 36 appearances. However, this performance proved pivotal for the Bulldogs, who bounced back following a loss in the first game of the doubleheader, ultimately winning the second game to take two of three from Ole Miss.

With this victory, Mississippi State improved their overall record to 31-20 and moved to 12-15 in SEC play. The Bulldogs have shown resilience since the firing of head coach Chris Lemonis on April 28, going on a 6-1 run. Siary’s performance significantly contributes to the team’s momentum as they strive for an NCAA Tournament appearance with just one week left in the regular season.

In addition to his accomplishments in the game against Ole Miss, Siary improved his personal record to 2-1 and reduced his season ERA from 4.95 to 4.06. Across 13 appearances, including eight starts this season, he has tallied 57 strikeouts while allowing only 13 walks over 44 1/3 innings.

Siary’s resilience on the mound was greatly appreciated by interim coach Justin Parker, who demonstrated strong confidence in Siary by opting to keep him pitching even in tight situations. Mississippi State’s success against Ole Miss was further bolstered by a collective offensive effort that amassed a total of 13 hits in their final game.

The Bulldogs continue to work toward achieving a successful season, pushing for an opportunity to participate in the NCAA Tournament. Fans are encouraged to stay updated on the Mississippi State baseball program’s progress through their official website and social media channels.