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Three Southern Miss players were selected in the 2026 MLB Draft, pitcher Colby Allen signed as an undrafted free agent, and key returnees like Davis Gillespie could return, while new transfers and high school signees arrive to fill the gaps.
The 2026 MLB Draft saw twenty Sun Belt players selected, pushing the league’s all‑time draft total to 894 and reinforcing its reputation as a talent pipeline for Major League Baseball.
Southern Miss sees multiple players drafted, including Joey Urban to the Blue Jays and McCarty English to the Rays, while star Davis Gillespie opts to return for his senior season.
The Southern Miss baseball team captured a No. 9 national seed and hosted back-to-back NCAA regionals, but its journey ended at home. With a 10th consecutive 40‑win season and victories over SEC powerhouses, the program now navigates key departures, a competitive transfer portal, and a promising 2027 schedule.
Southern Miss and Virginia battled to a 10‑8 lead for Virginia in the top of the seventh, with multiple home runs and RBI hits shaping the contest.
Southern Miss led late in the eighth but couldn't hold off Little Rock, setting up an elimination game on Saturday.
In their first game of the NCAA Hattiesburg Regional, Southern Miss fell 7‑4 to Little Rock after a late surge by the visitors. Key performances and upcoming matchups shape the tournament path.
Southern Miss clinched its third Sun Belt Championship in four seasons, defeating Troy and Louisiana to claim an automatic NCAA Baseball Regional berth in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
Southern Miss clinched its third Sun Belt Tournament title in four years with an 11-7 victory over Louisiana, earning an NCAA Tournament berth and a chance at a top‑eight seed.
Southern Miss baseball is one win away from its third Sun Belt championship in four seasons, having defeated Troy 6-2 earlier and now leading Louisiana 11-2 after nine innings.
The Ragin' Cajuns have secured a spot in the Sun Belt Conference Championship after beating Texas State twice, setting up a showdown with Southern Mississippi. Coach Matt Deggs emphasizes passion and belief, while the bullpen remains a concern. The championship game will be streamed live on ESPN+ from Dabos Field in Montgomery, Alabama, under a cloudy sky with a chance of thunderstorms and a high near 78 degrees.
Southern Miss secured a 6-2 victory over Troy, extending its streak of Sun Belt Championship appearances to four consecutive seasons. Joey Urban and Davis Gillespie delivered home runs, while Colby Allen’s relief pitching sealed the win.
The No. 8 nationally ranked Southern Miss baseball team saw its 11‑game winning streak snapped by Troy in a rain‑delayed semifinal, with both clubs trading blows before a ninth‑inning comeback fell short.
Louisiana’s recent victories, highlighted by key performances from Donovan LaSalle and Lee Amedee, have propelled them into the championship game, which is scheduled for Sunday afternoon.
A rain‑soaked evening in Hattiesburg turned into a showcase of resilience for the Southern Miss Golden Eagles, who rallied from a weather‑delayed start to defeat Troy 7‑6 in the Sun Belt Conference Tournament. Drey Barrett’s walk‑off grand slam, combined with a 41‑year‑old program record of 11 straight victories, positions the team for an NCAA regional and a potential top‑eight seed.
A rain‑delayed ninth inning saw Southern Miss rally past Troy, 7‑6, with Drey Barrett’s walk‑off grand slam preserving an 11‑game winning streak and a coveted NCAA regional hosting slot.
A late rally capped by Drey Barrett’s walk‑off homer and savvy base stealing turned a tightly contested game into a memorable win for the Troy Trojans.
Ole Miss is on a five‑game winning streak, boasting elite pitching and a power surge that puts them in a prime position for a showdown against No. 22 Southern Miss at Trustmark Park.
Mississippi State, Ole Miss and Southern Miss each enter distinct postseason brackets with contrasting records, offensive firepower and pitching depth, aiming to cement their NCAA Tournament resumes.