Mississippi State tops Florida 14-8, ends Gators' winning streak

Florida and Mississippi State faced off in a pivotal SEC baseball series, with both teams fighting for postseason positioning. Florida dominated the first two games, tallying 24 runs on 28 hits, but Mississippi State salvaged the finale with a 14-8 win, snapping the Gators' seven-game winning streak. Despite strong offensive performances from Florida, including back-to-back home runs and a standout series by Brody Donay, inconsistent pitching and defensive lapses cost them the sweep. Mississippi State’s bullpen and defense showed vulnerabilities throughout the series, but their offense came alive in Sunday’s win, with every starter recording a hit and multiple home runs helping to secure victory. The Bulldogs’ struggles with fielding and relief pitching remain concerns as they look ahead to a crucial rivalry matchup against Ole Miss in the Governor’s Cup, which could impact both teams’ postseason hopes. The outcome of these games is expected to have significant implications for SEC Tournament seeding and NCAA Tournament chances.