UCLA righthander Griffin Canning (Aaron Fitt)

Buzzworthy: Canning Outduels Hudson

LOS ANGELES — Dakota Hudson was the featured attraction for the huge flock of scouts that descended upon Los Angeles this weekend for the Dodger Stadium Classic, and the Mississippi State righthander did not disappoint Friday night against UCLA, showing premium stuff in a strong outing. But Hudson was upstaged by UCLA sophomore righthander Griffin Canning, who had his real coming-out party on the big stage.

Canning was sublime for 8 2/3 innings Friday night, racking up 12 strikeouts and scattering just five hits and two walks to lead the Bruins to a 2-1 win in a fun[…]