Bino Watters, a standout outfielder from the University of Notre Dame, has announced his commitment to the LSU baseball program via the transfer portal, a move first reported by Baseball America.
The 2024 sophomore posted a .362 batting average and a 1.057 OPS, hitting 10 home runs and earning first‑team All‑ACC honors, making him the top available player in the portal according to the publication.
A Strategic Addition for LSU
Watters will primarily patrol left field or serve as a designated hitter for the Tigers, immediately filling a vacancy left by the departure of three experienced starters.
Departing Talent and Draft Implications
LSU’s outfield will see the exit of Derek Curiel, Chris Stanfield and Jake Brown after the current season; Stanfield has exhausted his eligibility, while Curiel and Brown are projected to be selected on the first day of the MLB Draft.
The Tigers have already added two other portal players — Landon Hood, a right‑hander from Gonzaga, and Dawson Park, a shortstop from Texas State — signaling an aggressive rebuild.
What This Means for the 2025 Season
Coaches expect Watters to provide depth and power at the top of the lineup, while the incoming arms bolster pitching depth. The moves come as the program looks to maintain its competitive edge in the SEC.