Mississippi State Baseball Opens Season with 4-0 Start

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The Mississippi State baseball team opened their 2026 season with a 4-0 start, sweeping a three-game series against Hofstra. The Bulldogs set a new school record for opening day attendance, drawing over 12,800 fans to Dudy Noble Field. Mississippi State's relievers were strong over the weekend, combining to pitch 14.2 innings and striking out 21 batters.

Why it matters

Mississippi State's strong start to the season is an encouraging sign, as the Bulldogs look to build on their success from last year. The record-setting opening day attendance also demonstrates the strong fan support for the program. As one of the top teams in the SEC, Mississippi State's performance will be closely watched throughout the season.

The details

Mississippi State swept Hofstra in the opening series, winning all three games. The Bulldogs' relievers were a key factor, covering 14.2 innings and striking out 21 batters. All three games ended with save opportunities, with Ben Davis, Branden Sweeney, and Maddox Webb each earning a save. The 12,824 fans who attended the opening game set a new school record for opening day attendance at Dudy Noble Field.

• Mississippi State opened the season with a 4-0 start.
• The Bulldogs swept Hofstra in a three-game series over opening weekend.
• The opening day attendance of 12,824 set a new school record.

What’s next

Mississippi State will host Troy on Tuesday, looking to extend their 4-0 start to the season.