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Vanderbilt’s baseball team will miss the NCAA tournament for the first time in two decades, while Lipscomb secures a regional berth; gasoline prices in Davidson County dip slightly but stay above last year’s levels, and Nashville International Airport moves to a cash‑free parking system.
The 2026 NCAA baseball tournament bracket has been released, highlighting UCLA as the top overall seed and outlining the first‑round pairings, player accolades and host selections.
Auburn will host a regional at Plainsman Park, finishing the season with a 38‑19 record, the third‑best RPI in the country and the most Quad 1 wins, positioning the team for a national seed.
Mississippi State's historic Dudy Noble Field has been selected as one of 16 NCAA Tournament host sites, marking the 16th time Starkville will host a regional. The event runs May 29‑June 1, with the Diamond Dawgs entering the postseason at 40‑17 and ranked No. 12 in the RPI, under first‑year coach Brian O'Connor.
Recent NCAA Tournament forecasts no longer list Mississippi State as a regional host, with Oregon and Arkansas moving ahead, while the full bracket will be announced on May 25.
After a quarterfinal loss to Georgia, Mississippi State’s baseball team reflects on a competitive season, emphasizing close defeats and a push for an NCAA regional bid.
The Aggies, seeded third in the SEC Tournament, aim to secure a top‑eight NCAA seed that would allow them to host regional and super regional rounds.
Freshman right-hander Cam Appenzeller delivered a strong five-inning start against South Carolina, helping Tennessee secure an 11-6 win. Coach Josh Elander sees him as a key piece for the Vols as they head into the NCAA Tournament, with senior Evan Blanco set to start against Arkansas.
The Bulldogs' latest win elevates their seed and intensifies the tight race among SEC contenders.