LSU Baseball is facing a significant roster shake-up as one of its rising young stars has officially entered the NCAA Transfer Portal. According to sources, a freshman outfielder who started for the Tigers during the 2024 season has decided to explore opportunities elsewhere, delivering a blow to head coach Jay Johnson’s depth chart heading into the 2025 campaign.
The unnamed outfielder was a consistent contributor in LSU’s lineup throughout the season, earning a starting role early and showcasing flashes of potential in a highly competitive Southeastern Conference. His ability to cover ground in the outfield and deliver timely hits made him a standout among a talented group of underclassmen. For a program that prides itself on reloading rather than rebuilding, losing a freshman starter with multiple years of eligibility left is a tough pill to swallow.
While the reasoning behind the move remains unclear, it reflects the increasingly fluid nature of college baseball rosters in the transfer portal era. The Tigers have seen a mix of incoming talent and outgoing transfers this offseason, and this departure adds another wrinkle to the ongoing roster puzzle.
LSU, known for its powerhouse baseball tradition and recent national title in 2023, now