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LSU freshman infielder Josh Smith (4) celebrates after a successful first inning on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017, during the Tigers 6-1 victory over Maryland at Alex Box Stadium.

LSU rallies to defeat Nicholls State, 3-2

By Seth Nieman February 28, 2017

One day after losing junior reliever Doug Norman to an elbow injury, LSU’s bullpen showed no signs of disarray. LSU (8-1) rallied to defeat Nicholls State 3-2 on Tuesday night on the performance...

LSU freshman infielder Josh Smith (4) and LSU junior outfielder Beau Jordan (24) joke at first base on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017, during the Tigers 6-1 victory over Maryland at Alex Box Stadium.

LSU completes sweep against Maryland

By Seth Nieman February 26, 2017

Despite falling behind early, LSU defeated Maryland 9-5 to complete the series sweep of Terrapins this weekend.“I think some really great things happened today,” coach Paul Mainieri said. “I...

LSU senior left-handed pitcher Jared Poche’ (16) prepares to catch the ball on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017, during the Tigers’ 14-0 win against Maryland at Alex Box Stadium.

Poche’s near no-hitter paces LSU against Maryland

By Glen West February 25, 2017

College baseball history was almost made Saturday afternoon as LSU senior pitcher Jared Poche’ was three outs away from a no-hitter as the Tigers struck down Maryland 14-0. Poche’ continued...

LSU junior right-handed pitcher Alex Lange (35) throws the ball on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017, during the Tigers 6-1 victory over Maryland at Alex Box Stadium.

Lange’s gem leads LSU past Maryland 6-1

By Glen West February 24, 2017

LSU opened its three game series against Maryland with a sizzling performance from junior pitcher Alex Lange, defeating the Terrapins 6-1.The Tigers (5-1) allowed only one run in the game behind a masterful...

LSU baseball pitching coach Alan Dunn talks to junior catcher Michael Papierski (2) and freshman right-handed pitcher Zack Hess (38) during the Tigers' 8-1 victory against Hofstra on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, at Alex Box Stadium.

Notebook: LSU bullpen a work in progress; Deichmann rebounding from surgery well

By Seth Nieman February 23, 2017

Following a subpar performance against the University of New Orleans, LSU’s bullpen looks to reaffirm itself this weekend against Maryland. LSU coach Paul Mainieri said the Tigers’ bullpen...

LSU senior infielder Cole Freeman (8) stands on third base during the Tigers' 9-0 win against Army on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017 at Alex Box Stadium.

Freeman honored to wear, carry tradition of No. 8 jersey

By Glen West February 23, 2017

With LSU now a week into its season, all focus has turned to baseball. But before the season, Cole Freeman received a special honor. The senior second baseman was awarded the No. 8 jersey to wear for the...

LSU junior infielder Greg Deichmann (7) attempts to steal a base during the Tigers' 8-1 victory against Hofstra on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, at Alex Box Stadium.

Deichmann’s home run sparks LSU to 8-1 win against Hofstra

By Seth Nieman February 22, 2017

After an upsetting road loss to the University of New Orleans on Tuesday night, LSU quickly turned things around and defeated the Hofstra Pride 8-1 on Wednesday.“I told them before the game that...

LSU sophomore outfielder Brennan Breaux (6) slides back into first base during a pick-off attempt during the Tigers' 9-0 win against Army on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017 at Alex Box Stadium.

LSU surrenders five-run lead, Tigers lose road game to UNO 11-8

By Glen West February 21, 2017

In LSU’s first road contest of the season, the Tigers surrendered a five-run lead, losing to the University of New Orleans, 11-8.It was a tale of two games for the Tigers (3-1) as LSU dominated the...

LSU junior pitcher Jared Poche’ (16) winds up for the pitch during LSU's 12-1 win against Fordham in Alex Box Stadium on Friday March 4, 2016.

Sports Briefs: Poche’ named SEC Pitcher of the Week; Landry earns SEC Player of the Week honors

By Josh Thornton February 20, 2017

After throwing LSU baseball's first no-hitter since 1979, Jared Poche’ was named Southeastern Conference Pitcher of the Week.  The senior southpaw threw seven hitless inning and recorded four...

LSU freshman infielder Jake Slaughter (5) trots around the bases after hitting a home run during the Tigers' 9-0 win against Army on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017 at Alex Box Stadium.

LSU baseball ends season-opening weekend with 10-3 victory versus Air Force

By Seth Nieman February 19, 2017

If there was any questions about LSU’s freshman class, they’ve been answered. With freshman pitcher Eric Walker starting on the mound for the Tigers (3-0), LSU defeated Air Force 10-3 in the...

LSU senior infielder Kramer Robertson (3) hugs junior infielder Greg Deichmann (7) celebrating his home run during the Tigers' 9-0 win against Army on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017 at Alex Box Stadium.

‘I still can’t believe it happened’: Poche’s no-hitter caps off LSU’s sweep against Army

By Glen West February 18, 2017

Jake Slaughter had no clue he had just became a part of history. The freshman first baseman caught the final out for the Tigers’ 6-0 victory against Army, which capped off a no-hitter for senior...

LSU sophmore infielder Greg Deichmann (7) bats during LSU's 14-11 victory on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at Alex Box Stadium

LSU opens baseball season routing Army 9-0

By Seth Nieman February 18, 2017

It took an extra day, but LSU got the 2017 season started on a positive note. LSU defeated the Army Black Knights 9-0 in seven innings, in the first game of the Tigers season opening doubleheader. “I...