STARKVILLE -- Plate discipline wasn't an issue for Mississippi State on Saturday.
Control from the lively arms of Oregon State's pitchers was a different story.
The Beavers issued 11 free passes to MSU hitters, leading to a healthy amount of runs in the Bulldogs' 7-4 victory at Dudy Noble Field in front of 12,034 fans, the largest MSU attendance in February in program history.
"Tip your hat to our fans," MSU coach Chris Lemonis said. "Especially for February."
With the win, MSU (5-0) has
Hodge is the former sports editor for The Dispatch.
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