No. 4 Mississippi State Shuts Out Delaware 10-0 in Game 2

Bulldogs clinch second series of the season despite early challenges from the Fighting Blue Hens

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The No. 4 ranked Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated the Delaware Fighting Blue Hens 10-0 in Game 2 of their weekend series. The Bulldogs improved to 7-0 on the season, overcoming several early challenges and reviews to take control of the game with home runs in the fourth, fifth, and sixth innings. Tomas Valincius pitched six scoreless innings for the Bulldogs, and Blake Bevis hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning to seal the win.

Why it matters

This win keeps the Bulldogs undefeated on the season and clinches the series victory over Delaware. Mississippi State is off to a strong start and looks to be a top contender in college baseball this year, while Delaware will need to regroup before the final game of the series.

The details

The game started with a lengthy review at first base after the initial out call was challenged by Delaware. The Bulldogs then overcame a bases-loaded jam in the second inning, with pitcher Tomas Valincius striking out three straight batters to escape the threat. Mississippi State broke the game open with home runs from Jacob Parker, Reed Stallman, and Noah Sullivan in the middle innings. Valincius pitched six scoreless innings, and the Bulldogs' strong defense helped preserve the shutout in the late innings.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
  • Game 3 of the series is scheduled for Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 11 a.m.

The players

Tomas Valincius

The starting pitcher for Mississippi State, who threw six scoreless innings while striking out seven batters.

Jacob Parker

A Mississippi State player who hit a two-run home run in the fourth inning to give the Bulldogs a 3-0 lead.

Reed Stallman

A Mississippi State player who hit a solo home run to start the fifth inning, adding to the Bulldogs' lead.

Noah Sullivan

A Mississippi State player who hit a three-run home run in the sixth inning, extending the Bulldogs' lead to 9-0.

Blake Bevis

A Mississippi State player who hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning to seal the 10-0 victory for the Bulldogs.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Bulldogs and Blue Hens will meet for Game Three at 11 a.m. on Sunday.

The takeaway

This win keeps the undefeated Bulldogs on track as a top contender in college baseball this season, while Delaware will need to regroup before the final game of the series.