No. 7 Texas A&M finds themselves in a familiar spot in the updated SEC standings after a tough weekend series loss to Ole Miss, but there’s still plenty of baseball left to make a statement. The Aggies (37-12, 16-10 SEC) are all but locked into the NCAA Tournament, but after dropping back-to-back SEC series against Auburn and the Rebels, head coach Mike Earley’s squad knows they need to finish strong. This weekend, they host Mississippi State in the regular-season finale before heading to the SEC Tournament.
Despite the recent stumble, Texas A&M’s two-game sweep of rival Texas earlier this season continues to pay dividends, giving the Aggies a slight edge as they gear up for postseason play. However, consistency at the plate remains a glaring concern. In 25 innings against Ole Miss, the Aggies struck out a staggering 41 times—though they did manage an explosive 18-5 victory in Game 2, tying a school record with seven home runs. That kind of offensive firepower is promising, but the strikeout woes highlight a weakness that needs addressing before the pressure of the postseason ramps up.
Injury woes have only added to the challenge. Freshman shortstop Boston Kellner was sidelined after taking a pitch to the face, resulting in a broken orbital bone. But in a silver lining, senior infielder Ben Royo stepped into the starting lineup and delivered a jaw-dropping performance, going 7-for-7 with three home runs, five RBIs, and a walk—looking every bit like one of the nation’s top players after appearing in just four games prior.
Around the SEC, Texas also dropped two of three on the road to Tennessee, leaving them tied with A&M at 16-10 in conference play. Meanwhile, the Georgia Bulldogs have all but wrapped up the regular-season crown, sitting comfortably at 20-6. For Texas A&M, earning a top-16 seed and hosting a regional is still within reach, but it will likely require at least one or two wins—or better yet, a sweep—against Mississippi State this weekend.
As the Aggies look to regain their footing, the path forward is clear: shore up the lineup, stay healthy, and finish strong. Here’s a look at the updated SEC standings as the regular season winds down.