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.
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Transfer portal in baseball is risky business
Jay Johnson has found stars and misses in the portal during his LSU tenure. Here's a look at every transfer he's signed and how those additions have impacted the program.
Has Mulkey found the missing piece?
LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey did not face the same rebuilding job as Will Wade, her men’s counterpart.
The Hidden Cost of CFP Expansion
The debate over CFP expansion is about more than adding teams. Bryan Lazare examines the financial stakes, SEC concerns, and what a 24-team playoff could mean for LSU.
New Era Begins: Will Wade's LSU Rebuild Eight Deep and Growing
Will Wade quickly revived LSU basketball once before, but this rebuild presents a much steeper challenge. With no returning players and a roster built through the portal and international ranks, the Tigers remain a work in progress heading into June.
LSU baseball: looking ahead to 2027
In this new college athletics environment, rosters change dramatically from year to year. The transfer portal opens next Monday.
LSU baseball: Pitchers’ breakdown
Entering practice last fall, the strength of the 2026 LSU team appeared to be its pitching staff.
What Went Wrong? LSU Baseball’s Position Players Under the Microscope
One year after winning the national championship, LSU’s lineup regressed dramatically despite strong seasons from several returning stars.
How LSU Baseball Went From Omaha Glory to Watching From Home
One year after winning the national championship, LSU Tigers baseball will miss the NCAA Tournament after one of the worst SEC seasons in program history. Bryan Lazare examines the shocking collapse, the glaring flaws that doomed the Tigers, and the difficult questions now facing Jay Johnson...