Alabama’s seed, opponent revealed for 2025 SEC Baseball Tournament

The 2025 Southeastern Conference (SEC) Baseball Tournament is set to commence on May 20 at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium in Hoover, Alabama. The Alabama Crimson Tide enters the tournament as the No. 9 seed, facing the No. 16 seed Missouri Tigers in the first round. This matchup is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. CT on Tuesday, May 20, and will be broadcast on the SEC Network.

This year’s SEC Baseball Tournament features a 16-team field, with all teams participating for the first time in the tournament’s history. The format includes a single-elimination structure:

• First Round (May 20): Seeds 9 through 16 compete in the first round.
• Second Round (May 21): Winners from the first round face seeds 5 through 8.
• Quarterfinals (May 22–23): Winners from the second round play against seeds 1 through 4.
• Semifinals (May 24): Winners from the quarterfinals advance to the semifinals.
• Championship Game (May 25): The two remaining teams compete for the SEC title.

All games will be held at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium, with the championship game scheduled for Sunday, May 25, at 2:00 p.m. CT, airing on ESPN2.

As the No. 9 seed, Alabama’s first-round opponent is the No. 16 seed Missouri Tigers. Missouri concluded the regular season with a 16–38 overall record and a 3–27 mark in SEC play. Despite their struggles, the Tigers will be eager to make a statement in the tournament.

The winner of the Alabama vs. Missouri game will advance to face the No. 8 seed Tennessee Volunteers in the second round on Wednesday, May 21, at 9:30 a.m. CT. Tennessee finished the regular season with a 16–14 SEC record, tying with Alabama but earning the higher seed based on tiebreakers.

• Alabama’s Offense: The Crimson Tide’s lineup boasts several potent hitters capable of producing runs in high-pressure situations.
• Missouri’s Pitching Staff: Despite their overall record, Missouri’s pitchers have shown flashes of brilliance and will look to capitalize on any opportunities.
• Tennessee’s Key Contributors: The Volunteers have several standout players who can impact the game both offensively and defensively.

The 2025 SEC Baseball Tournament promises to be an exciting and competitive event. For Alabama, the path to the championship begins with a crucial first-round matchup against Missouri. With the support of their fans and a focused approach, the Crimson Tide will aim to advance through the tournament and contend for the SEC title.