Mississippi State baseball fans, here's the latest on the Bulldogs' pitching staff as head coach Brian O'Connor provides key updates on two injured arms.

Starting pitcher Ryan McPherson will not take the mound in the team's upcoming game against Nicholls State on May 5, O'Connor confirmed during an appearance on SuperTalk Mississippi radio. The right-hander has been sidelined since March 20 with a forearm strain, and while there's still no official timeline for his return, the news isn't all bad.

"He's progressing well," O'Connor shared. "He's got a bullpen scheduled this week, so we'll kind of see how that goes and it's kind of day-to-day. I'm hoping that he can help us out very, very soon."

For a Mississippi State team looking to build momentum in the SEC, getting McPherson back would be a significant boost. The starter was a key part of the rotation before the injury, and his return could provide some much-needed depth down the stretch.

As for relief pitcher Ben Davis, the news is less clear. O'Connor said there is no update on Davis, who exited the May 2 win over Texas with a back injury. The bullpen arm's status remains uncertain as the team prepares for its next series.

With the Bulldogs navigating a grueling SEC schedule, every arm matters—and fans will be watching closely as McPherson's bullpen session approaches. Stay tuned for more updates as these stories develop.