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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.
With 42 players on the roster, LSU navigates NCAA limits by leveraging designated student‑athlete status, while a blend of transfers, freshmen and returning starters fuels optimism for the upcoming campaign.
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 2027 college baseball recruiting landscape is dominated by a deep pool of five‑star freshmen, with pitching talent headlining the rankings and several powerhouse programs staking their claims.
Only 45 high school players were chosen in the first 135 picks, as college programs leveraged name, image and likeness agreements to retain top prospects and reshape the draft landscape.
LSU’s baseball program is emerging from the 2026 MLB draft with a haul that could redefine its future, blending elite pitching, power hitting and versatile fielding.
LSU’s latest recruiting class features four high‑school stars, including top draft selections Logan Schmidt, Jensen Hirschkorn, Wessley Roberson and Coleton Brady, who have opted for college over immediate professional contracts.
Seventeen‑year‑old right‑hander Coleton Brady decides to forgo the MLB Draft and join Louisiana State University, a move that could reshape the Tigers' pitching staff and recruiting strategy.
The 17‑year‑old pitcher, previously ranked No. 71 by The Athletic and listed among the top‑200 by MLB.com, removes his name from the draft and commits to the Tigers, bolstering LSU’s roster ahead of the season.
Three LSU players were drafted on the opening day, highlighting the program's sustained excellence and future prospects.
The first day of the 2026 MLB Draft saw Derek Curiel, Jake Brown and Deven Sheerin selected, while Coleton Brady chose to remain at LSU.
After going undrafted in the first four rounds, Coleton Brady announced on social media that he will forgo the 2026 MLB Draft and remain at LSU for another season.
Jensen Hirschkorn, a right‑handed pitcher known for a 95‑96 mph fastball, was chosen 84th overall by the Atlanta Braves in the 2026 MLB Draft. Rather than join LSU’s 2026 class, he is expected to ink a professional contract, while the Tigers have already secured five other right‑handed arms.
With the 2026 MLB Draft set to begin Saturday, LSU’s highly ranked signing class must navigate a landscape where many of its star players are opting for professional contracts.
The 2026 MLB Draft will take place in Philadelphia with broadcast coverage on NBC and streaming on MLB.com, featuring notable LSU prospects and their strategic decisions.
The 2026 MLB Draft Combine will take place from June 23-25 in Phoenix, Arizona, featuring LSU players and commits who aim to boost their draft prospects and launch professional careers.