Craddock Joins Bulldogs Ahead of New Season
Mississippi State’s baseball program has secured a potent addition in Will Craddock, who arrives from the University of South Carolina after a solid freshman campaign that saw him bat .260 with a .832 OPS, 10 home runs and 29 RBIs.
The infielder’s breakout performance earned him SEC Freshman of the Week honors on February 23, and he started 51 games for the Gamecocks, showcasing both power and consistency at the plate.
Craddock is not coming alone; he will be joined by fellow newcomers Josiah Overbeek and Brady Christman, both of whom arrived as freshman All‑Americans after impressive stints at Army West Point and Georgia Southern University.
Their arrivals bring depth and experience to a Bulldogs roster that has already seen ten players move in through the transfer portal this offseason, underscoring the program’s aggressive recruitment strategy.
Coaches expect the trio to contribute immediately, blending fresh talent with the existing core and aiming to push the team back into contention for the SEC title.