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New Mississippi State Bulldogs coach Brian O'Connor talking to the cheering crowd at his formal introduction Thursday evening at Dudy Noble.

MLB Draft leaves Mississippi State fans smiling, optimistic about next season

Several key players and signees went undrafted, meaning they're likely to come to Starkville for Brian O'Connor's first season leading the Bulldogs.

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New Mississippi State Bulldogs coach Brian O'Connor talking to the cheering crowd at his formal introduction Thursday evening at Dudy Noble.
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MLB Draft leaves Mississippi State fans smiling, optimistic about next season

Several key players and signees went undrafted, meaning they're likely to come to Starkville for Brian O'Connor's first season leading the Bulldogs.

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A general view of MLB Draft signage on the stage at The Coca-Cola Roxy.
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Why Mississippi State fans should happy about first half of MLB Draft

The Bulldogs saw some expected players drafted early, but also others go undrafted and that should make every fan happy.

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Mississippi State pitcher Pico Kohn makes a pitch against Alabama at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa Friday, April 11, 2025.
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Mississippi State’s Pico Kohn drafted in fourth round by Yankees

The Bulldogs now have seen three players drafted, but the bigger news for Mississippi State fans is who hasn't been drafted yet.

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The press waits for the start of the MLB Draft at The Coca-Cola Roxy.
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Three things Mississippi State fans should know after first day of MLB Draft

The Bulldogs' baseball program didn't experience any surprises in the first four rounds of the 2025 MLB Draft and that's a good thing for the team's fans.

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Purvis' Jojo Parker (1) celebrates the team's win after playing West Lauderdale during the MHSAA class 6A baseball championships at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., Friday, June 2, 2023.
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Mississippi State signee JoJo Parker picked in MLB Draft

One of the Bulldogs' best signees was taken early on in the first round of Sunday's MLB Draft and now fans await the fate of other Bulldogs.

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East Union's pitcher Landon Harmon (3) winds the ball during the MHSAA class 2 baseball championships at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., Wednesday, May 31, 2023. East Union beat Pisgah 14-0.
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MLB Draft Day: Everything Mississippi State fans need to know

The opening rounds of the 2025 MLB Draft begin Sunday evening and there are plenty of names Mississippi State fans should be on the lookout for.

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Mississippi State Fans during the game between the Ole Miss Rebels and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.
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Famous TV actor talks about Mississippi State signee Jack Bauer

The actor who portrayed Jack Bauer in the hit series "24" talks about Jack Bauer, the left-handed high school hurler with the fastest-ever high school pitch.

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Athletics designated hitter Brent Rooker (25) bats against the San Francisco Giants during the fourth inning at Sutter Health Park.
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Former Mississippi State great to compete in home run derby

The Athletics' Brent Rooker will be one of eight batters looking to win the home run derby ahead of Tuesday night's MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta.

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Former George Mason catcher has committed to Mississippi State from the NCAA transfer portal.
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Mississippi State baseballs picks up commitment from George Mason catcher

Former George Mason catcher has committed to Mississippi State from the NCAA transfer portal.

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Purvis' Jojo Parker (1) winds the ball during the MHSAA class 6A baseball championships against West Lauderdale at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., Friday, June 2, 2023.
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Mississippi State waiting for MLB Draft to learn prospects' decisions

ESPN's Kiley McDaniel released his final top 250 prospects and nine players with ties to Mississippi State were included.

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Athletics right fielder Brent Rooker (25) hits a home run against the Tampa Bay Rays in the first inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field.
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Former Mississippi State Bulldog named to MLB All-Star team

One of Mississippi State's 10 active MLB players will suit up for the AL All-Stars in next week's game at Truist Park in Atlanta.

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Mississippi State Infielder Ace Reese (#3) during the game between the Ole Miss Rebels and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.
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Pair of Mississippi State players to represent Team USA in Japan

Ryan McPherson and Ace Reese are headed to the Land of the Rising Sun to play in the 45th Annual USA vs. Japan Collegiate All-Star Series.

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Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O'Connor during the Brian O’Connor Welcome Event at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.
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Bulldogs loading up: Ranking Mississippi State’s top baseball transfers

With 15 portal pickups and more to come, Mississippi State baseball is building a contender. Here are the top transfers so far.

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Stetson's Drew Wyers rounds the bases heading for home to score during a game with Eastern Kentucky at Melching Field in DeLand, Tuesday, May 23, 2023.
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Mississippi State baseball adds hitter with .400-plus BA

The Bulldogs' latest commitment won the America East Player of the Year and was a semifinalist for best shortstop award.

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Mississippi State Bulldogs pitcher Caleb Reed (37) delivers a pitch against the Southern Miss Golden Eagles during the ninth inning of the Atlanta regional of the 2011 NCAA baseball tournament at Russ Chandler Stadium. Mississippi State defeated Southern Miss 3-0.
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Remembering a Bulldog that left a lasting impact

Mississippi State is mourning the passing of former pitcher Caleb Reed today, but his impact and memory stretches beyond Starkville.

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Mississippi State Infielder Ace Reese (#3) during the game between the Memphis Tigers and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.
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Transfer portal closes and now Mississippi State awaits MLB Draft

The next significant event for the college baseball offseason is less than two weeks away when players will have to decide: go pro or go to college?

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Mississippi State Bulldogs Ace Reese at the plate in game against Florida.
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Mississippi State's Ace Reese reportedly (again) to return to Starkville

The transfer portal window doesn't close until midnight though and as any sports fan knows, anything can happen when there's time on the clock.

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Mississippi State Infielder Nate Chester (#13) during the game between the Ole Miss Rebels and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.
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Bulldogs add seventh pitcher to top-ranked transfer portal class

Mississippi State is building a pitching staff that will provide pitching coach Justin Parker with plenty of talent to work with ahead of next season.

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Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O'Connor during the Brian O’Connor Welcome Event at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.
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New Mississippi State coach flips another Virginia recruit

Brian O'Connor talked about the importance of high school recruiting in his introductory press conference and is staying true to that.

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Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O'Connor during the Brian O’Connor Welcome Event at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.
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Weekend Update: Recapping Mississippi State baseball's transfer news

The Bulldogs once again had a busy week building the nation's top-ranked transfer portal class, but other rumors aren't so joyous.

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Purvis' Jojo Parker (1) celebrates the team's win after playing West Lauderdale during the MHSAA class 6A baseball championships at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., Friday, June 2, 2023.
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What Mississippi State players are likely to be picked in MLB Draft?

A couple current Bulldogs are expected to be drafted, but its the high school signees that are getting the most attention in mock drafts.

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Mississippi State third baseman Ace Reese (3) fields a bunt by Texas A&M second baseman Ben Royo (10) but makes a wild throw to first in the first round of the SEC Baseball Tournament at the Hoover Met.
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More All-American awards roll in for Mississippi State

Ace Reese now has five All-American honors after Baseball America and D1Baseball announced their All-American selections.

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Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O'Connor, Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon and Mississippi State President Mark E. Keenum during the Brian O’Connor Welcome Event at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.
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Mississippi State adds second former South Carolina RHP from portal

The Bulldogs now have two former Gamecock pitchers coming to Starkville, including their leader in saves last season.

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William Kirk tossed a five-hit shutout to lead Ramsey to a 1-0 win over Glen Rock in a North 1, Group 2 baseball semifinal in Glen Rock on Tuesday, May 30, 2023.
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Another Ex-Cavalier follows Brian O'Connor to Mississippi State

The Bulldogs' top-ranked transfer portal class added a fifth player from Virginia and a second left-handed pitcher.

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Mississippi State Outfielder Bryce Chance (#38), Mississippi State Infielder Sawyer Reeves (#2), Mississippi State Infielder Gehrig Frei (#34) and Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O'Connor during the Brian O’Connor Welcome Event at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.
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Mississippi State missing out on top-ranked ex-Virginia players in portal

Not every former Cavalier is following Brian O'Connor to Starkville, but the Bulldogs' new coach has already put together a potentially great lineup.

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