Mizzou bats spark early, but No. 16 Mississippi State ends Tigers’ season in 12-2 run-rule loss
The Missouri Tigers faced a disappointing end to their season with a 12-2 loss to the No. 16 Mississippi State Bulldogs in the SEC Tournament. Despite a strong pitching performance from Brady Kehlenbrink, who recorded eight strikeouts, the Tigers could not maintain their early lead. The Bulldogs' offense surged, ultimately leading to a run-rule victory in Hoover, Alabama.
- ▪Missouri baseball's postseason run ended with a loss to Mississippi State in the SEC Tournament.
- ▪Brady Kehlenbrink had a standout performance, striking out eight batters in 4.1 innings.
- ▪Kam Durnin hit a home run early in the game, giving Mizzou a brief lead.
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