Kentucky baseball fought hard in Game 1 against Texas A&M but couldn’t hold onto an early lead, falling 9-7 at Blue Bell Park. Despite jumping out to a 6-1 advantage through the first three innings, the Wildcats couldn’t withstand the Aggies’ mid-game surge, led by a five-run fifth inning. Now, Mark Pope’s squad looks to bounce back in Game 2 and even the series.
Here is everything you need to follow along to this crucial SEC clash.
Game 2 Details
📅 Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
📍 Location: Blue Bell Park – College Station, Texas
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM ET
📺 TV/Stream: SEC Network+ (available via the ESPN app)
How to Watch
To watch Kentucky take on Texas A&M, you’ll need access to SEC Network+, which is available through the ESPN app. You can watch if you subscribe to ESPN+ or if your TV provider allows sign-in for live games on the ESPN app.
Game 1 Recap
The Wildcats wasted no time getting on the board in the series opener, scoring three runs in the first inning, highlighted by Cole Hage’s three-run home run. Kentucky tacked on more runs in the second and third innings, with Tyler Bell and Shaun Montoya driving in key runs to give the Cats a comfortable lead.
However, Texas A&M stormed back, using a dominant fifth inning to take control. Bear Harrison’s three-run homer was the turning point, putting the Aggies ahead for good. Kentucky’s bullpen held firm in the later innings, with James McCoy throwing two scoreless frames, but the Wildcats couldn’t claw back.
What’s at Stake?
After the Game 1 loss, Kentucky is now 15-9 (2-5 SEC), while Texas A&M improved to 13-12 (1-6 SEC). The Wildcats need a win in Game 2 to stay competitive in the SEC standings and avoid their second straight conference series loss. Look for Kentucky to lean on their pitching staff to slow down an Aggies lineup that found its rhythm late in Friday’s game.
Stay tuned for what should be another exciting matchup between two SEC foes!