Ryan McPherson is not on the injury report for the Mississippi State baseball series against Auburn, marking his first absence from the report since a forearm strain on March 20. The Bulldogs have announced their starting pitchers for the series.
Key points
Ryan McPherson is not on the injury report for the Auburn series.
This is the first time he is off the report since March 20.
He suffered a forearm strain earlier in the season.
Mississippi State's record is 37-12, 14-10 SEC.
Probable starting pitchers are Tomas Valincius and Duke Stone.
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Ryan McPherson not on injury report for Mississippi State baseball vs Auburn series
It is the first time McPherson has not been on the injury report since suffering a forearm strain on March 20 against Vanderbilt.
The No. 11 Bulldogs (37-12, 14-10 SEC) announced their probable starting pitchers as Tomas Valincius for Game 1, Duke Stone for Game 2 but Game 3 as TBA.
Outfielder Aidan Teel is the only MSU player on the injury report and is questionable.
MSU Bulldog fan Craig Verhage sauces up chicken wings in the smoker before the matchup against the Georgia Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville, MS on Friday April 3rd, 2026.
Georgia Bulldogs starting pitcher Dylan Vigue (27) pitching against the MSU Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville, MS on Friday April 3rd, 2026.
Q&A
Why is Ryan McPherson significant for Mississippi State baseball?
Ryan McPherson is a starting pitcher for Mississippi State, and his health is crucial for the team's performance in the SEC.
What injury did Ryan McPherson suffer earlier this season?
Ryan McPherson suffered a forearm strain on March 20 against Vanderbilt.
Who are the starting pitchers for Mississippi State in the Auburn series?
The starting pitchers for Mississippi State against Auburn are Tomas Valincius for Game 1 and Duke Stone for Game 2, with Game 3's starter to be announced.
What is Mississippi State's current record before the Auburn series?
Before the Auburn series, Mississippi State has a record of 37-12 and 14-10 in the SEC.
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MSU Bulldogs coach Brian O'Connor shakes hands with Georgia Bulldogs coach Wes Johnson before the game at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville, MS on Friday April 3rd, 2026.
MSU Bulldogs shortstop Gehrig Frei (34) looks to throw out a runner early in the game at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville, MS on Friday April 3rd, 2026.
MSU Bulldogs second baseman Ryder Woodson (9) makes a throw to first at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville, MS on Friday April 3rd, 2026.
MSU Bulldogs pitcher Tomas Valincius (4) started on the mound for the Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville, MS on Friday April 3rd, 2026.
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The first game between MSU and No. 6 Auburn (33-14, 14-10) is May 7 (7 p.m., ESPNU) at Dudy Noble Field.
McPherson, who was Mississippi State's Game 1 weekend starter before the injury, has been out for six straight series. Charlie Foster has started in his place but has only pitched two innings in each of his last two starts.
Coach Brian O'Connor told SuperTalk Mississippi radio on May 4 that McPherson was "progressing well" but did not give a timetable on when he could return.
"He's got a bullpen scheduled this week, so we'll kind of see how that goes and it's kind of day-to-day," O'Connor said. "I'm hoping that he can help us out very, very soon."
Auburn listed infielder Ryne Farber and pitcher Drew Whalen as out.
The next injury reports will come approximately two hours before the start of each game of the series.
Ryan McPherson stats
McPherson, a sophomore, was has a 2.45 ERA and 3-0 record.
Sam Sklar is the Mississippi State beat reporter for The Clarion Ledger. Email him at ssklar@usatodayco.com and follow him on X @sklarsam_.
