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5-15-26: Mississippi State Dominates Game One Despite Late Inning Miscues May 15, 2026

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Let's start with the good news, Mississippi State absolutely scorched Texas A&M at the plate on Thursday, and have all but locked up a host site for the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The bad news it should have been much easier, and would have been except for some late inning mistakes that might cost the Bulldogs later this weekend. Brian Hadad and Brooks Bryan discuss a good start to the weekend and how the Diamond Dawgs can keep the momentum going. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Carlo Barone, along with legendary Diamond Dawg Brooks Bryan, give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. Covering the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk.FM

5-14-26: Mississippi State Has a Pitching Advantage This Weekend Against Texas A&M May 14, 2026

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Pitching has been a strength for Mississippi State all year long, and as we've reached the final weekend of the regular season, pitching is where the Diamond Dawgs have the advantage against Texas A&M. Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone explain why the injury bug has struck the Aggies, and ask if State can get the job done in College Station. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Carlo Barone, along with legendary Diamond Dawg Brooks Bryan, give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. Covering the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk.FM

SuperTalk Media Thunder & Lightning Live 2026-05-13 May 14, 2026

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Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Carlo Barone, along with legendary Diamond Dawg Brooks Bryan, give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. Covering the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk.FM

5-13-26: Young and Old Alike Enjoy The Rumblings May 13, 2026

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There's been a lot of talk about the age divide on Thunder & Lightning, but Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone won't let that stop them from answering your questions. The old guy and the new kid are back with another terrific edition of The Rumblings. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Carlo Barone, along with legendary Diamond Dawg Brooks Bryan, give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. Covering the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk.FM

5-12-26: Mississippi State Has to Improve Its Scheduling Going Forward May 12, 2026

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Mississippi State would already be safely among the hosts in the upcoming NCAA Tournament had the Bulldogs simply won one or two more games, there is no denying that. But could they also have been there had their schedule been a little bit more difficult? Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone examine how the Bulldogs need to rethink they way they schedule out of conference opponents. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Carlo Barone, along with legendary Diamond Dawg Brooks Bryan, give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. Covering the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk.FM

T&L Extra: Coach Brian O'Connor Joins SportsTalk Mississippi After a Frustrating Weekend May 12, 2026

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Mississippi State started off so well against Auburn, but back to back defeats have the Bulldogs very much on the bubble when it comes to hosting a regional in the NCAA Tournament. Brian Hadad talks with Coach Brian O'Connor about his team's performance. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Carlo Barone, along with legendary Diamond Dawg Brooks Bryan, give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. Covering the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk.FM

5-11-26: Mississippi State's Frustrating Weekend Puts the Bulldogs on The Hosting Bubble May 10, 2026

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After Thursday night's win over Auburn, it seemed Mississippi State had the door wide open to not only host a regional, but a Super Regional in Starkville. Two losses later, and the Diamond Dawgs find themselves needing some final weekend success to secure another game at Dudy Noble Field. Brian Hadad, Carlo Barone, and Brooks Bryan recap a tough two days for the maroon and white. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Carlo Barone, along with legendary Diamond Dawg Brooks Bryan, give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. Covering the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk.FM

5-9-26: Mississippi State Dominates Game One Against Auburn May 08, 2026

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It had been quite awhile for Mississippi State fans to watch their team control an SEC game from start to finish, but between Tomas Valincius dominating on the mound and a fast start sparked by Bryce Chance's second grand slam of the season, the Bulldog fans could breathe easy in a 10-3 Game One over Auburn. Brian Hadad, Carlo Barone, and Brooks Bryan break down State's win, and discuss the rumors surrounding the return of Ryan McPherson. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Carlo Barone, along with legendary Diamond Dawg Brooks Bryan, give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. Covering the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk.FM

T&L Spring Football Series: TexAgs Radio's David Nuno Previews Texas A&M May 08, 2026

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Texas A&M isn't on Mississippi State's schedule for the first time since joining the conference, but the Aggies are still a very interesting team coming off their first College Football Playoff appearance. Brian Hadad welcomes David Nuno of TexAgs Radio to the pod for a preview from College Station. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Carlo Barone, along with legendary Diamond Dawg Brooks Bryan, give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. Covering the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk.FM

5-7-26: Mississippi State's Path to Hosting Runs Through This Weekend with Auburn May 07, 2026

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Mississippi State and Auburn clash this weekend in Starkville, and there could be more than three SEC wins on the line. Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone preview a series that very well could decide who will host a super regional, and who may have to travel for the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Carlo Barone, along with legendary Diamond Dawg Brooks Bryan, give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. Covering the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk.FM

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