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LSU’s star outfielder Derek Curiel was chosen fifth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2026 MLB draft, concluding a two‑year stint that produced a championship ring, freshman‑of‑the‑year honors and a string of record‑setting performances.
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.
Selected in the third round with a slot value of $973,000, Jensen Hirschkorn's 97‑mph fastball and 6‑foot‑7 frame signal a promising professional future.
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.
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.
Logan Schmidt, a left‑handed pitcher from Ganesha, California, was selected 45th overall by the Cleveland Guardians in the 2026 MLB Draft and is expected to sign, forgoing his LSU commitment.
Derek Curiel, the LSU sophomore who has been a standout in college baseball for two seasons, was selected fifth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2026 MLB Draft, earning a projected slot value of $8.34 million. His impressive collegiate stats, ongoing discussions about a potential return to LSU, and statements of loyalty to coach Jay Johnson have made his draft journey a focal point of the baseball world.
LSU sophomore outfielder Derek Curiel was chosen fifth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2026 MLB Draft, earning a $8.34 million slot value while confirming his intention to stay with the Tigers and coach Jay Johnson
Lucas Nawrocki, a highly touted two‑way player from Texas, announced his withdrawal from the 2026 MLB Draft and his commitment to LSU, where he will pitch left‑handed relief and add depth to the program.
Top prospect Lucas Nawrocki shocks the baseball world by abandoning the 2026 MLB Draft to join LSU's baseball program.
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.
LSU's baseball program faced its first NCAA Tournament omission since 2011, but a revamped roster and strategic draft plans signal a determined push back to the top.
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.
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.
LSU’s baseball program boasts multiple top‑10 prospects for the 2026 MLB Draft, backed by a strong draft history under coach Jay Johnson.
LSU's 2027 baseball squad welcomes two high‑profile transfers who bring experience, power and defensive reliability, addressing the team's most pressing needs ahead of the upcoming season.
A three‑year starter for the Tigers, Jake Brown combined power hitting with a unique pitching background before a hamate fracture ended his 2026 campaign.
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.
Jake Brown, a standout outfielder from Sulphur, Louisiana, amassed a strong collegiate record at LSU before a season‑ending hand injury in 2026. His high school accolades, draft experience, and contributions to the Tigers illustrate a career defined by resilience and promise.
Derek Curiel’s journey from Orange Lutheran standout to national champion and resilient performer highlights his impact on LSU baseball.
Projected as a top‑15 pick, Curiel’s collegiate résumé and recent national championship have placed him at the center of draft discussions.
LSU’s Derek Curiel is projected as a top‑15 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, slated at No. 12 by the Los Angeles Angels in The Athletic’s latest mock.
A look at the varied talents in LSU’s 2026 recruiting class and how MLB draft projections influence their collegiate and professional futures.