LSU Baseball Lands Top Transfer Outfielder Bino Watters
LSU secures commitment from the No. 3 transfer prospect, bolstering a rebuilding roster ahead of the next season.
Jun 10, 2026
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LSU Secures Top Transfer Bino Watters, Bolstering Baseball Roster
LSU baseball coach Jay Johnson added highly-rated transfer Bino Watters, a .362 hitter with strong plate discipline, to replace outgoing outfielders and inject power into the lineup.
Jun 10, 2026
Brody Trosclair Commits to Tennessee, Leaving LSU’s Pitching Needs Unmet
Left‑handed pitcher Brody Trosclair announced his commitment to Tennessee, prompting LSU to scramble for more arms before the transfer portal closes.
Jun 9, 2026
LSU Bolsters Roster with Two Transfer Pitchers Ahead of New Season
In just one week the baseball transfer portal has opened a window for LSU to add experienced talent, as Coach Jay Johnson secures left‑hander Landon Hood and infielder Dawson Park.
Jun 9, 2026
LSU Baseball Secures Top Transfer Shortstop Dawson Park
LSU adds top transfer shortstop Dawson Park to replace departing Steven Milam, bolstering the team's infield ahead of the 2026 season.
Jun 6, 2026
LSU Baseball Bolsters Roster with Top Transfer Pitcher and Shortstop Ahead of 2027 Season
LSU missed the NCAA Tournament for the first time in over a decade, prompting a targeted recruitment of two top‑150 transfers: pitcher Landon Hood from Gonzaga and shortstop Dawson Park from Texas State.
Jun 6, 2026
Ethan Clauss Joins LSU Transfer Exodus as Baseball Program Rebuilds
LSU infielder Ethan Clauss has entered the transfer portal, becoming the sixth player to leave the program in recent weeks. His exit highlights the challenges faced by coach Jay Johnson as the team seeks to return to the postseason.
Jun 6, 2026
LSU Bolsters Infield with Transfer Shortstop Dawson Park
LSU's latest transfer portal acquisition, shortstop Dawson Park, brings a .301 batting average and 13 home runs from his sophomore season, while raising questions about the future of incumbent players and the composition of the team's infield.
Jun 5, 2026
LSU Secures Landon Hood to Reinforce Bullpen After Portal Exodus
LSU baseball head coach Jay Johnson has added former Gonzaga pitcher Landon Hood, a 2.48 ERA freshman standout, to a bullpen that lost two relievers to the transfer portal.
Jun 5, 2026
LSU Secures Commitment from Gonzaga Transfer Pitcher Landon Hood
LSU baseball head coach Jay Johnson has signed former Gonzaga pitcher Landon Hood to address the team's pitching needs after losing key relievers to the transfer portal.
Jun 5, 2026
Landon Hood Joins LSU Baseball, Bringing Gonzaga Freshman Success
Freshman right‑hander Landon Hood transfers from Gonzaga to LSU, bringing a strong debut season and a track record of strikeouts to the Tigers' pitching staff.
Jun 5, 2026
LSU Locks Down Landon Hood, a Pitching Prospect Set to Revitalize the Program
LSU announced the commitment of right‑handed pitcher Landon Hood, whose 2.48 ERA and 78 strikeouts last year at Gonzaga have drawn praise from coach Jay Johnson, who sees the transfer as a cornerstone for a 2027 turnaround.
Jun 5, 2026
LSU Baseball Looks to Rebuild Through Transfer Portal
The NCAA transfer portal for college baseball opened on Monday, prompting LSU's coaching staff to target infielders, pitchers and corner outfielders to replace departing players and injuries.
Jun 3, 2026
LSU Baseball Targets Transfer Portal to Rebuild After Historic Miss
After failing to qualify for the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2011, LSU is reshaping its 2027 roster by courting polished hitters in the portal, with Bethune‑Cookman star Michael Rodriguez drawing particular interest.
Jun 3, 2026
Five LSU Baseball Players Enter Transfer Portal as Roster Rebuilds
LSU’s 2026 baseball squad sees five athletes move on, prompting early recruiting moves by head coach Jay Johnson.
Jun 3, 2026
LSU Baseball Navigates Draft Pressures While Planning 2027 Championship Build
LSU’s baseball program faces a critical draft juncture, balancing the risk of losing top prospects with a strategy to retain core players and develop a home‑grown championship roster.
Jun 3, 2026
LSU Baseball Eyes Transfer Portal to Rebuild After Historic Miss
LSU’s baseball program, reeling from its first NCAA Tournament miss since 2011, is turning to the transfer portal, targeting Santa Clara shortstop Ben Cleary to fill a void left by departing star Steven Milam and to jump‑start a 2027 title bid.
Jun 2, 2026
DJ Primeaux Enters Transfer Portal After Four Seasons at LSU
After a four‑year stint that included two national titles, LSU pitcher DJ Primeaux has decided to test the transfer market, joining a wave of roster changes prompted by Coach Jay Johnson’s reshaping of the program.
Jun 2, 2026
Daniel Harden Enters Transfer Portal After One Season at LSU
LSU outfielder Daniel Harden has entered the transfer portal, joining teammate Trent Caraway as the second position player to leave the program this offseason.
Jun 2, 2026
LSU Baseball Misses 12‑Win SEC Milestone, Looks to Rebuild via Transfer Portal
The 2026 campaign ended without the expected breakthrough for LSU, prompting a strategic shift toward the transfer portal.
Jun 1, 2026
LSU Baseball Coach Jay Johnson Secures Staff for 2027 Amid Program Turmoil
LSU’s baseball program endured its most challenging season in recent memory, finishing with a losing record in SEC play and missing the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2011. Coach Jay Johnson announced he will retain the entire assistant staff for 2027, citing their proven track record and a national championship just two years earlier.
May 30, 2026
Texas Longhorns Gear Up for Austin Regional as NCAA Baseball Postseason Begins
The No. 6 Longhorns will host UC Santa Barbara, Tarleton State and Holy Cross in the Austin Regional, aiming to extend a legacy of excellence while navigating a deep talent field.
May 28, 2026
Top MLB Prospect Derek Curiel Weighs Return to LSU for Third Season
Derek Curiel, a coveted shortstop and No. 15 MLB draft prospect, is weighing a third year at LSU despite a strong 2026 season and looming professional opportunities.
May 28, 2026
Cooper Moore to Return for 2027 Season After Injury Recovery
After surgery on his right arm, Cooper Moore confirmed his 2027 return and detailed a careful recovery strategy with head coach Jay Johnson, while LSU baseball aims to rebuild after its first tournament miss since 2011.
May 28, 2026