Diamond Dawgs to Start Charlie Foster Tuesday Night in Biloxi

Mississippi State's sophomore pitcher looks to solidify midweek starting role against Tulane

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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As Mississippi State prepares for SEC play, the Diamond Dawgs will face Tulane in a midweek matchup in Biloxi. Sophomore left-hander Charlie Foster will get the start on the mound for the Bulldogs, looking to build on his recent relief appearances and cement his role as the team's midweek starter.

Why it matters

Foster began the season as a weekend starter for Mississippi State but struggled in his first two outings. After moving to the bullpen, he has pitched well in short relief appearances, and the Bulldogs are hoping he can regain his form as a starter and provide stability to their midweek rotation.

The details

Foster has 6.2 innings of work in four appearances so far this season, striking out 12 batters but also surrendering eight hits, three earned runs, and five walks. The Snellville, Georgia native was replaced in the weekend rotation by right-hander Duke Stone, who has performed well. With no one firmly establishing themselves as the midweek starter, Foster has a chance to claim that role with a strong outing against Tulane.

  • Tuesday night's game against Tulane is set for 6 p.m. CT.
  • Foster began the season as Mississippi State's Sunday starter but was replaced after struggling in his first two outings.

The players

Charlie Foster

A sophomore left-handed pitcher for the Mississippi State Bulldogs who is looking to regain his form as a starter after moving to the bullpen.

Duke Stone

A right-handed pitcher who has taken over as one of Mississippi State's weekend starters after Foster struggled early in the season.

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What they’re saying

“Foster has a chance to nail down the midweek starting spot for the foreseeable future with no one taking hold yet.”

— Robbie Faulk, Author (on3.com)

What’s next

If Foster pitches well against Tulane, he could solidify his role as Mississippi State's midweek starter going forward.

The takeaway

This game represents an opportunity for Charlie Foster to regain his footing as a starter and provide stability to Mississippi State's pitching staff as they prepare to open SEC play.