
LSU Baseball ponders who will wear the No. 8 jersey in 2027
The Tigers are evaluating Steven Milam, Cade Arrambide and Casan Evans for the coveted No. 8 captaincy as the 2027 season approaches.
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The Tigers are evaluating Steven Milam, Cade Arrambide and Casan Evans for the coveted No. 8 captaincy as the 2027 season approaches.

LSU secures veteran right‑hander Diego Velazquez from the transfer portal, aiming to bolster depth and stability in the 2027 rotation.

LSU announced the addition of right‑hander Diego Velazquez, a transfer from the Big Ten who brings a 4.26 ERA and proven control to the 2027 roster.

Coach Jay Johnson is reshaping LSU baseball by positioning the program as the premier destination for players who view college as the launchpad to a professional career, a strategy already paying off with key withdrawals from the MLB draft.

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.
LSU's baseball program is reshaping its outfield ahead of the 2026 season, targeting two transfer‑portal acquisitions to replace departing starters. The latest addition comes from Tulane, where left‑handed hitter Jason Wachs has completed a standout collegiate campaign.

LSU baseball has added former Tulane outfielder Jason Wachs through the transfer portal, a move that deepens the Tigers' outfield options and adds a disciplined, high‑on‑base bat to the roster.

Jason Wachs, a left‑handed outfielder from Tulane, joins LSU's baseball roster, bringing proven power and experience as the team faces the likelihood of losing key starters to the MLB Draft.
Top prospect Jason Wachs pledged to LSU, bringing elite plate discipline and power to a roster eyeing a ninth national title.

Former Tulane outfielder Jason Wachs has pledged to join LSU for the 2027 season, bringing a .327 average, 54 RBI and elite plate discipline to the program.

LSU announced the acquisition of Jason Wachs, a 2026 All‑American Conference first‑team selection, who brings a .327 batting average, 54 RBI and only three errors over two seasons to the Tigers
LSU’s baseball program adds experienced outfielder Jason Wachs from Tulane, bolstering the lineup as Derek Curiel heads to the MLB Draft. Coach Jay Johnson praised the move, citing Wachs’s impressive stats and defensive reliability.

Cade Kurland, a versatile infielder with a strong collegiate pedigree, has committed to LSU after pulling out of the 2026 MLB Draft. His experience and offensive production aim to reinforce a deep, veteran‑laden lineup.

An in‑depth look at Chip Hale's contract through 2030, the team's 19‑34 record, key injuries, and the outlook for a program seeking a rebound after a challenging year.

A look at the Wildcats' steep decline, the emergence of promising underclassmen, and the strategic shifts ahead for the University of Arizona's program.

Steven Milam's decision to return for a senior year brings elite on‑base skills and a seasoned presence to LSU's roster, while new transfers add depth ahead of the July draft.

Junior shortstop Steven Milam has withdrawn from the 2026 MLB draft, opting to play another season at LSU as the Tigers aim for a third national title.
Steven Milam, a top defensive shortstop, decides to remain at LSU for his senior year in 2027, bringing experience and a strong defensive record to the team.

A look at the major transfers affecting LSU and other programs ahead of the 2027 season, highlighting key acquisitions and the broader impact on the sport.
Greg Bordes, a former Arizona State player and coach at several universities, has been named the new baseball coach at Hamilton High School in Chandler, succeeding Mike Woods, who retired after leading the program to ten championships.
LSU has secured the transfer of Florida infielder Cade Kurland, a player who impressed the Tigers with two home runs and five runs scored in a recent series. His proven track record and ability to bounce back from injury make him a key addition for the program.

LSU’s baseball program has secured a potent addition for the 2027 season by landing Florida transfer Cade Kurland, a veteran infielder whose .888 career OPS and 43 home runs have already turned heads across the SEC.

Cade Kurland, a Florida second baseman sidelined by a shoulder injury, has committed to LSU for his final year of eligibility, bringing a strong collegiate pedigree and MLB draft prospects to the Tigers.

LSU’s baseball program secured a high‑profile addition in Cade Kurland, a Florida Gators infielder whose four‑year college career blends durability, power and clutch hitting.