LSU’s Draft Class Set to Transform Program
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.
Jul 13, 2026
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Cotuit Kettleers Dominate 2026 Cape Cod Baseball League All-Star Selections
The 2026 All-Star roster highlights the Cotuit Kettleers' depth, with seven players selected for the West Division, including starters, reserves, bullpen standouts, and a Home Run Derby competitor.
Jul 11, 2026
LSU Baseball Prepares for Draft with Strategic Roster Moves
Coach Jay Johnson is optimistic about LSU's offseason preparations, detailing how retained talent, portal transfers and a highly ranked freshman class will shape the team's approach to the MLB Draft.
Jul 11, 2026
LSU Baseball Prepares for Draft with Key Additions and Retentions
Coach Jay Johnson outlines a strategic offseason plan that blends retained talent, transfer portal acquisitions and a highly ranked freshman class as LSU readies for the MLB Draft.
Jul 11, 2026
LSU Baseball Secures Elite Transfer Class to Revitalize Program
Coach Jay Johnson adds four highly ranked transfers, including Bino Waters, Landon Hood, Dawson Park and Angel Laya, to rebuild LSU's baseball roster and restore competitiveness.
Jul 8, 2026
Aggies Fall in 9‑8 Thriller, Set Up Lone Star Showdown
Texas A&M’s 9‑8 loss to Texas State featured early leads, multiple home runs, and a late rally that fell short, leaving the team poised for a three‑game series against the nation’s second‑ranked Longhorns.
Jul 7, 2026
LSU Secures Transfer Outfielder Angel Laya, Bolstering Young Talent Pipeline
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.
Jul 7, 2026
CJ Weinstein flips commitment from LSU to UCLA, reshaping 2026 class
Four-star recruit CJ Weinstein, a Newport Beach native, announced his pledge to UCLA, leaving LSU's crowded infield and highlighting the growing competition between college programs and professional prospects.
Jul 6, 2026
LSU Baseball Lands Top Transfer Portal Class Aiming to Return to the NCAA Tournament
LSU’s 2026 roster overhaul features eight transfer athletes, including top‑ranked prospects Bino Watters and Angel Laya, as the program seeks to fill gaps left by a rare NCAA Tournament absence.
Jul 4, 2026
LSU Secures Top Transfer Portal Class Ahead of 2027 Season
LSU's baseball program has assembled the nation's most coveted transfer class, featuring top‑ranked prospects who will address critical needs and reshape the roster for the upcoming season.
Jul 4, 2026
Angel Laya Joins LSU Baseball, Bolstering SEC Powerhouse
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.
Jul 4, 2026
LSU Secures Power Hitter Angel Laya in Transfer Coup
LSU’s baseball program has added former Oregon outfielder Angel Laya, a freshman All-American whose power numbers and left‑handed swing promise to reshape the Tigers’ attack.
Jul 4, 2026
Angel Laya Commits to LSU Baseball via Transfer Portal
LSU secures the services of freshman outfielder Angel Laya, a transfer from Oregon, adding a potent bat and steady glove to the roster ahead of the upcoming season.
Jul 4, 2026
LSU Standouts Shine in Summer Collegiate Baseball Leagues
Four LSU projected starters are making waves in the Cape Cod League, where pitching brilliance and hitting consistency highlight a summer of athletic upgrade.
Jul 3, 2026
Kaden Smith Commits to LSU Baseball, Adding Depth to Tigers’ Pitching Rotation
Kaden Smith, a right‑handed pitcher who posted a 4.24 ERA for the University of South Florida, has announced his move to Louisiana State University. His addition comes as LSU navigates the loss of eight veteran right‑handers, including the recent departure of Marcos Paz.
Jul 2, 2026
LSU Baseball Eyes 2027 College World Series After 2026 Setbacks
Despite a No. 2 preseason ranking and a clear goal to return to the College World Series, LSU missed the 2026 NCAA Tournament. The program responded with strategic transfers, a focus on pitching control and defensive upgrades, and an experienced lineup aiming to translate early promise into postseason success.
Jun 30, 2026
LSU 2027 Baseball Stars Head to Summer Collegiate Leagues Across the U.S.
Members of the LSU 2027 baseball team are dispersing to elite summer leagues, showcasing talent that could shape the program’s future.
Jun 28, 2026
Kettleers’ Pitching Surge and New Faces Fuel Late‑Season Surge
A strong outing from starter Jonathan Adelmann and the emergence of newcomers like Aiden Aguayo have helped the Cotuit Kettleers overcome a sluggish start and rally toward a playoff push.
Jun 27, 2026
Cape Cod League Summer Baseball: Thrilling Comebacks and Standout Performances
A dramatic ninth‑inning rally propelled the Bourne Braves to a 6‑5 victory, while multiple teams across the Cape Cod Baseball League secured decisive wins.
Jun 27, 2026
Notre Dame Tigers Shine in Summer Baseball Leagues
A look at the standout outings from Casan Evans, Reagan Ricken, Santiago Garcia and others as the Notre Dame Tigers dominate summer competition.
Jun 26, 2026
LSU’s 2026 Baseball Season Falls Short Despite Transfer Portal Additions
Despite a disappointing 30‑28 finish and the first postseason miss since 2011, LSU bolstered its squad with high‑profile transfers whose performances hint at a potential rebound.
Jun 25, 2026
Bourne Braves Snap Losing Streak with Walk‑Off Victory
The Bourne Braves secured a 4‑3 victory over the Cotuit Kettleers on Tuesday night, highlighted by Blake Schaaf’s walk‑off RBI single and Brice Estep’s seventh‑inning homer that tied the game.
Jun 25, 2026
Bourne Braves Edge Cotuit Kettleers in Ten-Inning Thriller
The Bourne Braves survived a back-and-forth battle to defeat the Cotuit Kettleers 4-3 after ten innings, with Blake Schaaf delivering the winning RBI single.
Jun 25, 2026
LSU Baseball Rebuilds with Transfer Portal Additions Ahead of 2027 Season
LSU baseball rebuilds for 2027 with six transfer portal signings, including Bino Watters and Jason Wachs, as Coach Jay Johnson aims for another national title.
Jun 22, 2026