On3’s Transfer Portal Rankings Spot LSU’s Top Baseball Prospects
The latest On3 top‑25 list highlights two elite transfers headed to Baton Rouge, underscoring LSU’s aggressive push to rebuild its outfield and rotation.
Jul 8, 2026
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LSU Secures Top Transfer Portal Talents in Baseball
On3's spring transfer portal rankings highlight LSU's commitments to No.1 outfielder Bino Watters and No.3 pitcher Landon Hood, promising a strong 2027 roster.
Jul 8, 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
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
SEC Baseball Transfer Portal Shifts Landscape as LSU and South Carolina Lead
The SEC transfer portal closed with a record number of moves, as LSU secured the top class and South Carolina climbed to No. 3, while Texas remained absent from the rankings
Jul 6, 2026
LSU Secures Top Transfer Outfielder Angel Laya
LSU baseball has landed Oregon transfer Angel Laya, a freshman All‑American whose power, discipline and sixth‑overall portal ranking promise to reshape the team's outfield and bolster the program's national ambitions.
Jul 6, 2026
LSU Secures Elite Transfer Trio to Revamp Baseball Program
LSU's baseball team is rebuilding after a missed postseason, adding three top‑10 transfer prospects and several other portal signees to reshape the roster under Coach Jay Johnson.
Jul 5, 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 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 Baseball Secures Transfer Pitcher Kaden Smith to Strengthen Rotation
LSU has bolstered its rotation by adding South Florida transfer Kaden Smith, a strikeout‑heavy pitcher who excelled at TCU last season, while also bringing in Gonzaga’s Landon Hood and USC’s Diego Velazquez.
Jul 2, 2026
Marcos Paz Exits LSU Baseball, Eyes SEC Future
Freshman pitcher Marcos Paz has entered the transfer portal after a mixed debut season at LSU, sparking speculation about his next destination within the SEC.
Jul 2, 2026
Kaden Smith Commits to LSU, Bolstering the Tigers’ Pitching Staff
Right‑hander Kaden Smith, a recent transfer from South Florida, has pledged to join the LSU Tigers, bringing a blend of starter and reliever experience to a rotation reshaped after the loss of eight veteran arms.
Jul 2, 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 Sports Outlook: Baseball Transfers, Football Predictions, and Basketball Eligibility
A rundown of LSU’s baseball recruitment, football matchup predictions, and basketball roster updates as the Tigers gear up for a busy season.
Jul 1, 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
Marcos Paz Exits LSU Baseball as Transfer Portal Continues to Shift
After a single season that yielded a 9.20 ERA in 17 appearances, Marcos Paz has decided to pursue new opportunities, leaving LSU's staff in flux but still fortified by returning veterans and fresh additions.
Jun 27, 2026
Marcos Paz’s Transfer Portal Move Shakes LSU Baseball Outlook
LSU's freshman right‑hander Marcos Paz has entered the transfer portal, a surprise that prompts coach Jay Johnson to reassess the staff while the team adds experienced arms.
Jun 27, 2026
LSU Baseball Looks to Bounce Back, Eyes 2027 Contention After 2026 Miss
After a rare tournament absence in 2026, LSU’s baseball program is retooling with six high‑profile transfers and a core of returning players, including breakout outfielder William Patrick, pitcher Marcos Paz and first baseman Mason Braun.
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
Landon Hood’s Surprising Rankings Propel LSU’s Pitching Future
ESPN analyst Kiley McDaniel ranks LSU’s new baseball transfer pitcher Landon Hood at No. 8, outpacing other evaluations and signaling a bold move for the program.
Jun 25, 2026
Gonzaga Bolsters Lineup with Rodriguez as Portal Deadline Looms
Gonzaga University's baseball team has secured junior third baseman Josiah Rodriguez from Point Loma Nazarene University via the NCAA transfer portal, a move that comes as the program bids farewell to key contributors Mikey Bell and Landon Hood before the portal closes on June 30.
Jun 25, 2026
Gonzaga Baseball Secures Josiah Rodriguez in Transfer Portal Deal
Josiah Rodriguez, a junior third baseman with a .411 batting average, is set to bolster Gonzaga's lineup, while the program copes with the departures of Mikey Bell and Landon Hood.
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