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LSU baseball players celebrate after the Tigers' 6-5 victory over Army on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019, in Alex Box Stadium.

Kentucky poses potential problems for LSU’s SEC opener

By Brennen Normand March 14, 2019

It will be a somber weekend to open SEC play as LSU coach Paul Mainieri will coach his first weekend series since the death of his father early Wednesday morning. LSU (12-5) opens SEC play...

LSU freshman first basemen Cade Beloso (24) hits the ball during the Tigers' 6-5 victory over Southeastern on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, in Alex Box Stadium.

LSU baseball struggles to find more consistency at first base

By Brennen Normand March 11, 2019

First base was summed up best in the movie “Moneyball” — “a confused position.” “It’s not that hard,” Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane said....

LSU coach Paul Mainieri speaks to the media at Alex Box Stadium on Friday, Jan. 25, 2019.

Column: LSU fans need to be patient, give Mainieri time

By Chris Caldarera March 11, 2019

There are few tasks more intimidating than assembling a jigsaw puzzle.Hundreds of jagged pieces are spread across a table waiting to be assembled in their respective places. It’s not a pastime for...

Sophomore catcher Brock Mathis awaits the pitch during LSU's 4-3 win over Bryant on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019 in Alex Box Stadium.

Brock Mathis brings energy, communication to LSU pitching staff

By Brennen Normand March 11, 2019

It’s 60 feet 60 inches to home plate from the pitcher’s mound. When a pitcher throws a ball that doesn’t reach that distance there is one person who can keep the ball in front —...

LSU senior infielder Chris Reid (17) runs to first during the Tigers' 6-5 victory over Southeastern on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, in Alex Box Stadium.

LSU baseball splits California doubleheader, wins series

By Alexandra Cox March 9, 2019

While the sting of getting swept by non-conference rival Texas a week ago still lingers for LSU, the Tigers faced California this weekend in hopes to get a series win and get the Tigers back on track of...

LSU junior infielder Josh Smith (4) during the tigers 6-5 win against Army on Saturday, Feb,16,2019,at Alex Box Stadium.

LSU baseball wins on Josh Smith walk-off single

By Brennen Normand March 9, 2019

The Tigers dogpiled in centerfield and the magic of Alex Box continued as LSU junior shortstop Josh Smith hit a walk-off single to beat California 4-3. LSU improved to 11-3 in its series opener against...

Sophomore outfielder Daniel Cabrera prepares to swing during LSU's 4-3 win over Bryant on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019 in Alex Box Stadium.

Duplantis, Cabrera go toe-to-toe with home runs in LSU’s 9-2 win over Holy Cross

By Brennen Normand March 7, 2019

A sweep at Texas brought up many questions about LSU (9-3) and exposed some of the team’s different flaws. A midweek game seemed oddly important early in the season as the offense looked to rebound...

Senior outfielder Antoine Duplantis prepares to run to home base during LSU's 4-3 win over Bryant on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019 in Alex Box Stadium.

Hit tracker: LSU senior Antoine Duplantis chases SEC hit record

By Brennen Normand March 6, 2019

LSU’ senior leader and right fielder Antoine Duplantis is chasing down a record that has been standing since 1998 - most SEC hits. The record was set by LSU’s own Eddy Furniss at 349 after...

LSU junior infielder Josh Smith (4) throws to first base during the Tigers' 6-5 victory over Southeastern on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, in Alex Box Stadium.

Where does LSU stack up against the top-10 SEC teams?

By Brennen Normand March 4, 2019

Opening weekend was full of drama — walkoffs, almost hitting for the cycle and scoring outbursts — and this was just in the Southeastern Conference. There are eight SEC teams in the...

LSU sophomore pitcher Eric Walker (10) pitches in the fifth inning during the Tigers' 12-7 win against ULM on Friday, Feb. 15, 2019, at Alex Box Stadium.

LSU dominates during the return of Eric Walker, Ma’Khail Hilliard

By Brennen Normand February 27, 2019

After a rain delay postponed Tuesday’s game and pushed back Wednesday's game for a while, No. 1 LSU (8-0) seemed to be locked in during the 17-4 victory over Southern (4-3) Wednesday night. Mainieri...

LSU senior outfielder Antoine Duplantis (8) hits the ball during the Tigers' 6-5 victory over Southeastern on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, in Alex Box Stadium.

LSU baseball wins close game to sweep Bryant, remain undefeated

By Brennen Normand February 24, 2019

After a dominating weekend, LSU (7-0) struggled against Bryant (2-4) on a cool, windy Sunday afternoon. Freshman right-hander Jaden Hill battled against the powerful Bulldogs lineup, limiting them to one...

LSU senior right fielder Antoine Duplantis (8) swings at a pitch during the Tigers' 6-5 victory over Army on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019, in Alex Box Stadium.

No. 2 LSU blasts Bryant 17-8

By Brandon Adam February 23, 2019

No. 2 LSU (6-0) defeated Bryant (2-3) 17-8 on another dreary and rainy night in Alex Box Stadium on Saturday. The usual suspects like junior shortstop Josh Smith and senior right fielder Antoine Duplantis...