Hofstra 5, at Mississippi State 6

STARKVILLE, Miss. (Interstat) — In a season-opening contest defined by opportunistic offense and a chaotic middle innings rally, the Mississippi State Bulldogs capitalized on wild pitches, walks and a critical Hofstra error to erase a four-run deficit and secure a 6-5 victory over the Hofstra Pride on Friday night at Dudy Noble Field, Polk-DeMent Stadium. The game’s decisive turning point arrived in the bottom of the fifth inning, a frame that encapsulated a night where Mississippi State’s three total hits belied its offensive output. Trailing 5-4, the Bulldogs loaded the bases with one out against Hofstra reliever Nicholas Reese on… Read more...