Auburn Baseball Hosts In-State Rival Alabama State

Tigers look to finish homestand above .500 against Hornets

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:00pm

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No. 11 Auburn baseball will host Alabama State on Tuesday, April 14 to conclude an eight-game homestand. The Tigers currently hold a 4-3 record during this stretch at home, with losses to SEC foe Arkansas. Auburn will aim to finish the lengthy home stint above .500 against the in-state rival Hornets.

Why it matters

This matchup between Auburn and Alabama State provides the Tigers an opportunity to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season. As a ranked team, Auburn is expected to handle their in-state counterpart, but a loss could dampen the team's confidence before facing tougher conference opponents.

The details

The game between Auburn and Alabama State is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14 at 6 p.m. CT. The contest will be streamed live on SEC Network+, allowing fans to tune in and watch the Tigers take on the Hornets.

  • The eight-game homestand for Auburn baseball is nearing its end.
  • The Tigers host Alabama State on Tuesday, April 14 at 6 p.m. CT.

The players

Auburn Baseball

The No. 11 ranked college baseball team representing Auburn University.

Alabama State Hornets

The baseball team from Alabama State University, an in-state rival of Auburn.

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What’s next

After this matchup with Alabama State, Auburn will hit the road to face SEC opponents in their final regular season games.

The takeaway

This home game against Alabama State provides Auburn baseball an opportunity to build momentum and confidence heading into the final stretch of the season, as they look to secure a strong position for the postseason.