Missouri State Bears Set to Conclude Home Schedule Against Indiana State
The Missouri State Bears (25-21, 15-6 MVC) will wrap up their home season this weekend with a pivotal three-game series against Indiana State (22-26, 10-11) at Hammons Field. Game times are set for 6:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 1 p.m. on Sunday. The Bears could clinch a share of the Missouri Valley Conference title with favorable results on Sunday, marking a crucial point in their campaign.
Missouri State has excelled at home this season, with a 17-6 record, and one more victory would match their best home win total since 2017. The team boasts an impressive offense, averaging 10.2 runs per game at home, led by Jake McCutcheon, who is hitting .433 with nine homers.
Amid an ongoing rivalry, the Bears hold a 79-55 all-time record against Indiana State but have lost their last five encounters at home. Missouri State ranks 10th nationally for home runs since the 2022 season, and their pitching staff leads the MVC with a stellar 9.6 strikeouts per nine innings.
The Bears have been recognized in various polls as favorites to win the MVC this season, with standout players such as Caden Bogenpohl and Nick Rodriguez receiving preseason accolades. With the school’s impending transition to Conference USA in July 2025, this season marks a significant chapter in Missouri State’s baseball history, highlighted by six regular season MVC championships and strong leadership in the league.
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