Cade Townsend starts for Ole Miss against Arizona State in NCAA Tournament
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 11:18 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Cade Townsend is starting for Ole Miss in the Lincoln Regional final against Arizona State on May 31. The Rebels, with a record of 38-21, face the Sun Devils who have a 39-20 record. This game follows Arizona State’s earlier win over Nebraska. If Ole Miss loses, a rematch is scheduled for June 1. Townsend brings a 3.81 ERA and 81 strikeouts over 59 innings to this must-win game, hoping to bounce back from a rough outing in his previous start against Alabama on May 16.
- •Cade Townsend is a top prospect for the 2026 MLB Draft.
- •Ole Miss holds a record of 38-21 this season.
- •Arizona State defeated Nebraska earlier today.
- •Townsend has a 3.81 ERA and struck out 81 this season.
- •A rematch for the winner-take-all game is set for June 1.
- 11:18 PMYahoo Sports — Who is Cade Townsend? Ole Miss pitcher vs Arizona State is top 2026 MLB Draft prospect
"Ole Miss baseball pitcher Cade Townsend is starting for the Rebels in the Lincoln Regional as part of the NCAA Tournament. Here's what to know.
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