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Projected as a top‑15 pick, Curiel’s collegiate résumé and recent national championship have placed him at the center of draft discussions.
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Projected as a top‑15 pick, Curiel’s collegiate résumé and recent national championship have placed him at the center of draft discussions.

LSU’s Derek Curiel is projected as a top‑15 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, slated at No. 12 by the Los Angeles Angels in The Athletic’s latest mock.
Watson Young, a fourth‑generation Clemson Tiger, announced his departure from the university’s football program ahead of the 2026 season. Injuries prevented him from ever taking the field, but he may stay at Clemson to finish his degree or assist the program.

LSU has locked in a top‑rated quarterback from USC to succeed Sam Leavitt, who is slated to start the opening game before heading to the NFL draft.

A look at the 19 newcomers expected to shape Duke football's outlook for the 2026 season, highlighting key contributors and the program's ambitions.

A large tree fell on part of Skip Bertman's home in Baton Rouge, damaging the garage and a car while sparing the main house. His daughter Jodi Bertman expressed gratitude for the support received, recalling a similar fire in 2004. The incident underscores both the fragility of home and the enduring legacy of a coach who shaped college baseball.

Jalen Reed chose to stay with Michigan after Dusty May left for the NBA, deepening his bond with interim coach Mike Boynton Jr. while navigating a ruptured Achilles tendon and a promising recovery.

The 2026 preseason power rankings for HBCU football have been released, spotlighting the top 21 programs that will battle for conference supremacy and a shot at the Celebration Bowl in Atlanta.
On December 22, 2026, the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns will host the LSU Tigers in a highly anticipated basketball clash at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center, marking a pivotal early‑season test for White’s developing program.

LSU baseball has announced the signing of Angel Laya, a former Oregon outfielder whose blend of power, plate discipline and flawless defense adds depth to a transfer class that is already being hailed as one of the nation’s best.

Hundreds gathered on Southern University’s campus to honor Roger Cador, a coach whose 33‑year tenure built a lasting legacy of humility, mentorship, and community impact.

Roger Cador, who guided Southern University’s baseball program for three decades, passed away at 74. His legacy includes historic NCAA tournament victories, numerous conference titles and a profound influence on generations of players.

Jackson Harris, a transfer wide receiver from the University of Hawai'i, is emerging as a key piece of LSU’s offense as the program reshapes its receiving group under new leadership.

LSU under new head coach Lane Kiffin has assembled a $40 million roster via the transfer portal and scheduled marquee games against Alabama, Texas and Clemson, positioning the Tigers for a deep postseason run.

Lane Kiffin is back in Knoxville for Tennessee’s last 2026 home match, and LSU is aiming for a College Football Playoff spot in his debut season.

After a uneven stint at LSU, running back Kaleb Jackson joins the University of North Carolina, where coaches see a chance to reshape his trajectory.

LSU secures former Oregon outfielder Angel Laya, a .934 OPS freshman All‑American, to strengthen a roster built around power and transfers ahead of the upcoming season.

Freshman outfielder Angel Laya will transfer to Louisiana State University after a standout season at Oregon, bringing 14 home runs and 47 RBIs to the program.
After a season marked by defensive inconsistencies, LSU brings back star linebacker Whit Weeks and adds SEC tackle leader TJ Dottery, forming a promising tandem that could redefine the team's front seven.

With marquee matchups against Clemson, Alabama and Texas, the Tigers must harness new talent and cohesion to secure a College Football Playoff spot.

Marvin Joseph, a top-rated safety from Baton Rouge Central High School, has pledged to the University of Houston, bringing depth and versatility to a defense that has lost three players to the NFL. His commitment underscores a strategic recruiting push by head coach Willie Fritz.

LSU’s baseball program is set to travel to Las Vegas in March 2027 for a three‑day showcase that will pit the Tigers against some of the nation’s most competitive college programs.

LSU will join a three‑day collegiate baseball showcase in Las Vegas, playing a round‑robin format and a final game against UNLV, while supporting the Live Like Lou Foundation’s ALS research mission.

LSU baseball will compete in the Live Like Lou College Baseball Classic in Las Vegas from March 5‑7, facing Oregon State, Iowa and Arizona State, then play UNLV on March 8. The Tigers aim to extend a ten‑game neutral‑site winning streak.