The Bats Are Arriving, But LSU's Omaha Hopes Rest On The Mound

Jay Johnson has landed four proven everyday hitters through the transfer portal, giving LSU's lineup an immediate boost after a disappointing 2026 season. But history shows the Tigers won't return to Omaha until the pitching staff takes a significant step forward.

By Bryan Lazare

June 16, 2026

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One Southeastern Conference team will be participating in the College World Series Finals, which begins this weekend.

LSU is not one of those teams as a mediocre 30-28 season meant no NCAA tournament berth.

Tigers coach Jay Johnson has been hard at work since the baseball transfer portal opened June 1. LSU has added five players – four position players and one pitcher.

The numbers put up by these five players are impressive.

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