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Ole Miss Pitching Rotation Uncertain Ahead of Matchup with Mississippi State
Rebels have questions on the mound as they host the 6th-ranked Bulldogs this weekend
Mar. 27, 2026 at 12:12am
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The Ole Miss Rebels baseball team is facing uncertainty in their starting pitching rotation as they prepare to host the 6th-ranked Mississippi State Bulldogs in a key SEC series. With injuries and inconsistent performances, the Rebels have listed their Saturday and Sunday starters as 'TBA' heading into the weekend.
Why it matters
This series is an important early-season matchup between two top SEC programs. Ole Miss' inability to solidify their weekend rotation could put them at a disadvantage against a strong Mississippi State team, potentially impacting the Rebels' conference standings and postseason positioning.
The details
Ole Miss head coach Mike Bianco has confirmed that junior left-hander Hunter Elliott will start Friday's series opener, but the Saturday and Sunday starters remain uncertain. Sophomore right-hander Cade Townsend, who missed last weekend's start, is listed as 'Questionable' for this series. The Rebels may turn to options like Hudson Calhoun or Taylor Rabe to fill out the rotation. Meanwhile, Mississippi State will also be without their usual Friday starter, as sophomore left-hander Charlie Foster will get the nod in the series opener.
- The series begins on Friday, March 27 at 6:30 p.m. CT.
- Saturday's game is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. CT.
- The series finale is set for Sunday at 3:00 p.m. CT.
The players
Mike Bianco
The head coach of the Ole Miss Rebels baseball team.
Hunter Elliott
The junior left-handed pitcher who will start Friday's game for Ole Miss.
Cade Townsend
The sophomore right-handed pitcher for Ole Miss who is listed as 'Questionable' for this weekend's series due to a shoulder injury.
Hudson Calhoun
A potential starting option for Ole Miss on Saturday or Sunday.
Taylor Rabe
A potential starting option for Ole Miss on Saturday or Sunday.
What they’re saying
“I don't know what the next weekend looks like, but I think he's in a good spot. He threw again (on Saturday) and felt really good. So we'll see where we are as the days progress.”
— Mike Bianco, Head Coach, Ole Miss Rebels
What’s next
The Rebels and Bulldogs will continue to monitor the health of their pitching staffs leading up to the series. Ole Miss will need to solidify their rotation if they hope to knock off the 6th-ranked Bulldogs at home.
The takeaway
Ole Miss' inability to set their weekend rotation heading into this crucial SEC series highlights the challenges they are facing with injuries and inconsistent performances on the mound. Their ability to overcome these pitching questions could determine the outcome of this matchup between two top conference programs.
