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Tyler Fay's 'Workman-Like Outing' Sets Tone For Alabama's Dominant Day on the Mound
Alabama held No. 5 Auburn to just three hits in an 11-1 run rule victory.
Mar. 28, 2026 at 4:23am
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Alabama pitcher Tyler Fay followed up his no-hitter last week with another strong performance, allowing just one hit over five innings as the Crimson Tide cruised to an 11-1 run-rule victory over rival Auburn. Fay's 'workman-like outing' set the tone for a dominant day on the mound for Alabama, which held the fifth-ranked Tigers to just three hits in the game.
Why it matters
Fay's ability to bounce back from his historic no-hitter and deliver another quality start was crucial for Alabama, as the Crimson Tide looks to build momentum and secure a series win over their in-state rival Auburn. Alabama's pitching staff as a whole stepped up, with several relievers contributing to the dominant performance on the mound.
The details
Tyler Fay allowed just one hit and one run over five innings, following up his no-hitter last week with another strong outing. Alabama's pitching staff held Auburn to just three hits in the game, with Matthew Heiberger and Sam Mitchell both contributing scoreless relief appearances. The Crimson Tide offense also came alive, scoring three runs in the eighth inning to run-rule the Tigers.
- Fay threw a no-hitter against Florida last week.
- Fay allowed one hit and one run over five innings in this game against Auburn.
The players
Tyler Fay
Alabama pitcher who followed up his no-hitter last week with another strong outing, allowing just one hit over five innings.
Rob Vaughn
Alabama's head baseball coach, who praised Fay's 'workman-like outing' and the overall dominant performance by the Crimson Tide pitching staff.
Matthew Heiberger
Alabama relief pitcher who contributed two scoreless innings.
Sam Mitchell
Alabama relief pitcher who struck out two batters in a scoreless inning of work.
Bristol Carter
Auburn leadoff batter who scored the Tigers' only run of the game.
What they’re saying
“It's what Friday guys do. Fay just approached this game like every other start. He had a great week and felt really good.”
— Rob Vaughn, Alabama Head Coach
“When his misses are down, we're going to be in good shape. When his misses are up, that's when he gets in trouble.”
— Rob Vaughn, Alabama Head Coach
“It was a workman-like outing for him. I told him, 'Man, we gave you this week, it's time to go saddle up and go give us 105 pitches and go get after it next week.'”
— Rob Vaughn, Alabama Head Coach
What’s next
Alabama will look to build on this dominant performance and secure a series win over Auburn in the next two games of the weekend series.
The takeaway
Alabama's pitching staff, led by Tyler Fay's 'workman-like' effort, delivered a dominant performance that set the tone for the Crimson Tide's run-rule victory over rival Auburn. This win showcases Alabama's depth and resilience on the mound, which will be crucial as the team continues its push for a strong finish to the season.
