Texas A&M Suffers Heartbreaking Loss to Oklahoma in SEC Opener

Aggies' bullpen struggles as Sooners mount late comeback in 8-7 defeat

Mar. 14, 2026 at 9:07am

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Texas A&M baseball opened Southeastern Conference play with a tough 8-7 loss to Oklahoma on Friday night, after the Aggies' bullpen blew a three-run lead in the bottom of the sixth inning. Despite strong performances from shortstop Chris Hacopian and designated hitter Wesley Jordan, the Aggies were unable to hold on as the Sooners rallied for the victory at Kimrey Memorial Stadium.

Why it matters

This early-season conference loss is a setback for the Aggies, who were looking to get off to a strong start in SEC play. The bullpen's struggles and an injury to starting pitcher Josh Stewart are concerning issues that Texas A&M will need to address heading into Game 2 against the Sooners.

The details

Texas A&M took a 7-4 lead in the fifth inning thanks to Jordan's two-RBI single, but the Aggies' bullpen was unable to protect the advantage. Oklahoma mounted a comeback in the sixth, scoring four runs to take an 8-7 lead that they would hold onto for the win. The Aggies' pitching staff gave up 13 hits and four walks on the night.

  • The game took place on Friday, March 14, 2026.
  • Texas A&M and Oklahoma will face off again on Saturday, March 15, 2026 in Game 2 of the series.

The players

Chris Hacopian

Texas A&M shortstop who opened the game with an RBI single in his return to the lineup.

Wesley Jordan

Texas A&M designated hitter who recorded a two-RBI single in the fifth inning to give the Aggies a 7-4 lead.

Josh Stewart

Texas A&M starting pitcher who suffered an injury on the mound and had to exit the game early.

Michael Earley

Texas A&M head coach who will need to find ways to get more consistent and longer outings from his pitching staff.

Weston Moss

Texas A&M right-hander who is slated to start Game 2 against Oklahoma.

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What they’re saying

“We must find a way to close out games and get more consistency from our pitching staff. This is a tough loss, but we'll regroup and come back stronger tomorrow.”

— Michael Earley, Texas A&M Head Coach (X (formerly Twitter)

What’s next

The Aggies will look to even the series against Oklahoma on Saturday evening, with right-hander Weston Moss taking the mound for Texas A&M against LJ Mercurius for the Sooners.

The takeaway

This early-season conference loss highlights the importance of bullpen depth and consistency for Texas A&M as they look to compete in the SEC. The Aggies will need to make adjustments quickly to avoid falling behind in the standings after this tough defeat.