LSU Baseball continues to aggressively pursue top-tier talent from the NCAA Transfer Portal as the Tigers eye a major pitching addition. Head coach Jay Johnson and his staff have reportedly reached out to one of the most sought-after arms on the market — a standout pitcher from the Tennessee Volunteers who recently entered the portal.
The pitcher, whose name is quickly gaining traction among several elite programs, played a key role in Tennessee’s dominant 2024 season that included a deep postseason run. Known for his electric fastball, sharp breaking ball, and command on the mound, the right-hander (or left-hander, if specified later) drew attention as both a weekend starter and late-inning weapon during his time in Knoxville.
LSU’s pitching staff is undergoing a significant reshaping after losing several contributors to the MLB Draft and graduation. With Jay Johnson emphasizing elite arms through the portal, targeting an experienced SEC pitcher with proven success fits perfectly into the Tigers’ win-now philosophy. Adding a pitcher with postseason SEC experience would immediately raise the ceiling of the 2025 rotation or bullpen.
The Tigers have already landed several transfer commitments this offseason, but the addition of a player with SEC pedigree like Tennessee’s transfer target would mark one of the most impactful moves of the summer. LSU’s strong pitching development track record and the draw of playing at Alex Box Stadium remain key selling points for any pitcher looking to elevate his profile.
While LSU is certainly not alone in pursuing the talented Volunteer, their early communication and program prestige could