LSU's freshman right‑hander Marcos Paz has entered the transfer portal, a development that caught both fans and head coach Jay Johnson off guard.
During his debut season, Paz appeared in 17 games and posted a 9.20 earned run average, walking 27 batters while also recording a modest number of passed balls that added to the learning curve.
Roster Turnover and Its Implications
His exit marks the eighth scholarship player from the 2026 roster to seek new opportunities, underscoring a trend of movement within the program.
The Tigers have responded by reinforcing the rotation with transfers Diego Velazquez and Landon Hood, while freshman Braxton Beaty adds depth, complementing the existing trio of William Schmidt, Casan Evans and Cooper Morre.
Coach Johnson emphasized that the staff remains among the most formidable in the SEC, but the loss of Paz forces the team to rely more heavily on the newly arrived arms as they vie for starting roles.