When the Tigers’ Arms Went on Vacation
In a three‐game sweep by Florida to close out the regular season, LSU’s pitching depth was laid bare: the Gators pummeled LSU for 37 runs over 25 innings, capitalizing on a bullpen forced to cover for injured starters. LSU’s hurlers issued 23 walks, plunked seven batters and uncorked seven wild pitches, proving that poor command can undo any offensive output. Meanwhile, the Tigers’ bats stayed hot—scoring eight or more runs in most losses—leaving one clear conclusion: the offense may be fine, but without reliable arms, the SEC tournament in Hoover is more Pluto than postseason launchpad.
Welcome to the “LSU Pitching Carnival,” where every visit to the mound is an all‐you‐can‐walk buffet. Free passes? You’ve got ’em—23 for your collection! Hit batters? Seven tasty prizes! Wild pitches? That’s just the after‐party confetti. Forget clean baseball; this staff treats the zone like a relic from ancient history. Sure, the offense is chugging along—you’d think they were the ones carrying the team. But when your pitching corps resembles a garage band trying to master Beethoven, even an eight‐run fireworks show can’t save you. Buckle up, Hoover: the Tigers’ arms are heading for a rough road trip.
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