Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning William Schmidt across Baseball.
LSU, the No. 14 seed, faces Oklahoma at 8 p.m. Tuesday in the SEC Tournament, a game that could set the tone for a demanding five‑game stretch and a potential showdown with Auburn.
LSU’s pitching depth shone in Hoover, Alabama, as the team rallied after a late scratch of starter William Schmidt to secure a 6-2 win over Oklahoma, setting up a crucial matchup against Auburn for an automatic NCAA postseason bid.
LSU overcame the loss of starter William Schmidt to defeat Oklahoma 6-2 in the SEC Tournament, with key contributions from Steven Milam, Derek Curiel and a deep bullpen effort that now faces Auburn in the next round.
With a 29‑27 record, LSU must win the SEC Tournament to earn an automatic NCAA Tournament spot, and sophomore William Schmidt is set to start against Oklahoma.
LSU must win five straight games in the SEC Tournament, starting with a Tuesday night showdown against Oklahoma, a series that could hinge on weather and a pivotal pitching performance.
LSU hopes the sophomore right‑hander’s recent form will provide the rest and victory needed to keep its season alive.
After a 10‑run onslaught by Florida left LSU’s rotation in tatters, coach Jay Johnson acknowledges the unfamiliar pressure as the Tigers prepare for a grueling SEC tournament run.
After a sweep by Florida to close the regular season, LSU’s baseball team heads to Hoover, Alabama, where a grueling five-of-six schedule could determine its NCAA Tournament fate.
LSU’s regular season concluded with a 37‑run collapse against Florida, forcing the team to rest starters and face a pivotal SEC Tournament showdown.
Coach Jay Johnson reflects on the strain of a depleted rotation, highlighting the struggles of freshman Marcos Paz and the return of Zion Theophilus, while the team braces for upcoming challenges.
LSU fell 11-1 to Florida after Marcos Paz surrendered seven earned runs, extending a streak of double-digit runs allowed.
With the Tigers sitting at 29‑25 and needing a conference tournament win to reach the NCAA tournament, they host the Gators in a three‑game series that will be streamed exclusively on SEC Network+ via ESPN+.
Florida aims to close its regular season with three straight SEC series victories, beginning with a road series at LSU. Key hitters and pitchers are set for a pivotal matchup.
LSU's pitching staff has struggled with high ERA, numerous walks and injuries, putting the program at risk of missing the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 15 years. Coach Jay Johnson is focusing on the SEC Tournament as a last chance to secure a regional spot.
The LSU baseball team risks missing the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2011 after a season marked by 18 SEC losses, key injuries and underperforming pitchers.