Schedule Change Favors Mississippi State: Northeastern Set to Play at 8:05 PM CT
Due to a weather delay in Tallahassee, the NCAA Regional matchup between Mississippi State and Northeastern was rescheduled to an 8:05 PM CT start time. This adjustment provided the Bulldogs with additional rest and preparation time, potentially offering a strategic advantage.
Mississippi State capitalized on this opportunity, delivering a commanding 11โ2 victory over Northeastern. The Bulldogs’ offense ignited early, scoring three runs in the second inning and four more in the third, establishing a lead that proved insurmountable.
Junior pitcher Ben Davis, making his first start since March 22, provided a solid performance on the mound, allowing only one earned run over five innings. Reliever Ryan McPherson secured the win by pitching four scoreless innings, striking out three batters.
Offensively, Bryce Chance led the Bulldogs with a career-high four hits, while Joe Powell contributed four RBIs, including a two-run homer in the third inning. Noah Sullivan also added a two-run home run in the ninth, further extending Mississippi State’s lead.
This victory advanced Mississippi State to face Florida State in the winners’ bracket of the Tallahassee Regional. The Bulldogs’ timely hitting and effective pitching underscore their potential for a deep postseason run.
