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Skip Bertman, the Hall of Fame LSU baseball coach, died leaving a legacy of five College World Series titles and a revitalized Alex Box Stadium that became a model for crowd engagement and revenue generation in college sports.
LSU coach Jay Johnson announced that high‑school left‑hander Logan Schmidt, the No. 59 pick in the 2026 MLB draft by the Cleveland Guardians, will enroll at the university rather than sign a professional contract. The decision reflects a strategic focus on long‑term development and adds depth to LSU’s pitching staff.
LSU head coach Jay Johnson confirmed that high‑school left‑hander Logan Schmidt will join the Tigers in 2027, turning down a Cleveland Guardians contract to develop his arsenal at the collegiate level.
Logan Schmidt, a highly touted left‑handed pitcher ranked No. 45 in the 2026 MLB Draft, has committed to LSU baseball for the 2027 season, turning down a Cleveland Guardians contract and reclassifying to graduate high school early.
Top draft prospect Logan Schmidt chooses LSU over a professional contract, adding depth to a Tigers rotation that missed the NCAA Tournament last season.
LSU will open its fall schedule on Oct. 31 against Samford in Biloxi, then host Troy and Southeastern Louisiana before the new season begins.
Logan Schmidt, the 59th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, decided to enroll at LSU rather than sign with the Cleveland Guardians, a choice shaped by failed contract talks and limited bonus‑pool funds.
Logan Schmidt, a highly rated left‑handed pitcher from California, has reaffirmed his pledge to join LSU’s 2027 roster, opting to stay in college after the Guardians failed to meet his signing expectations.
Despite being projected as a top‑90 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, Cooper Sides has elected to forgo the draft and commit to LSU, citing the program’s coaching staff as a key factor in his development.
LSU retained 16 of 22 draft signees, spotlighting standout players like Dominic Santarelli and Malachi Washington, and showcasing a deep pitching staff and versatile newcomers.
The Vols' incoming transfer class has been ranked among the nation’s best, featuring top‑10 prospects from Baseball America and multiple players on ESPN’s top‑60 list, setting the stage for a competitive 2026 campaign.
High school draftee Logan Schmidt has decided not to sign with the Cleveland Guardians, opting instead for a collegiate path that could reshape his MLB prospects.
After a career‑altering injury and a high draft selection by the Toronto Blue Jays, pitcher Jake McCoy has decided to play for the University of Tennessee in 2027, bringing with him a wave of other drafted players who are likewise choosing college over immediate professional contracts.
Jake McCoy, a left‑handed pitcher from South Carolina, turned down the Toronto Blue Jays’ draft offer to commit to Tennessee, aiming to boost his stock after a Tommy John surgery‑marred junior season.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed their 2026 first‑round pick, Derek Curiel, for $6.2 million, finalizing a contract just days before the league‑wide signing deadline.
The Oakland Athletics will welcome rookie Tommy White to the majors in a highly anticipated game against the Washington Nationals in Sacramento, a moment that ties together collegiate triumph, professional promise, and community outreach.
Malachi Washington, a 118th‑ranked prospect drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates, has elected to play for LSU’s baseball program, filling critical outfield gaps and bolstering the team’s recruiting class
Jake Brown, a standout LSU baseball player and former national champion, was selected by the Seattle Mariners in the second round of the 2026 MLB Draft, marking a significant step toward his professional career.
With the first four rounds of the MLB Draft set to begin Saturday at noon Central, LSU’s Derek Curiel is projected as a top‑15 pick, drawing attention from leading analysts and major league clubs.
The Pittsburgh Pirates selected LSU outfielder Derek Curiel with the fifth overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, a move that underscores the club’s focus on adding polished college talent.
The 2026 MLB Draft will begin at noon CT on Saturday, with Curiel expected to be chosen in the first round by either the Nationals or the Diamondbacks.
LSU's baseball program secures eight new transfers, including three top‑ranked prospects, as Coach Jay Johnson leverages lessons from a championship season to reshape the roster.
On3's spring transfer portal rankings highlight LSU's commitments to No.1 outfielder Bino Watters and No.3 pitcher Landon Hood, promising a strong 2027 roster.
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.