Aside from a loss in San Marcos a few weeks ago against Texas State, the No. 7 Texas A&M Aggies have been a well-oiled machine in midweek games in the 2026 season.

However, Tuesday night against the Tarleton State Texans, it was a little closer than the 12th Man was likely hoping for ahead of a top 10 matchup that awaited the Maroon and White in this upcoming weekend against the No. 8 Auburn Tigers.

Nevertheless, Michael Earley's team was able to secure the 9-7 victory as they begin a five-game homestand that includes the Auburn series and next week's Tuesday night contest.

Takeaways From a Close Win

Texas A&M pitcher Clayton Freshcorn | 12thMan.com

Things Got Out of Hand Quickly and Suddenly

With a home run by Caden Sorrell in the beginning stages of the game and runs batted in by Travis Chestnut and Boston Kellner, the Aggies were on cruise control with a 3-0 lead at the end of the third inning.

Then came the top of the fourth inning, which saw Tarleton State get themselves on the board with…