In a captivating display of collegiate baseball prowess, the LSU Tigers and the UL Lafayette Cajuns engaged in a spirited exhibition doubleheader at Tigue Moore Field on Sunday. The two teams showcased their talent and determination, with the Tigers emerging victorious in the first game and the Cajuns claiming the second contest.

Unleashing the Tigers' Roar: A Showcase of Power and Precision

Game 1: LSU Dominates with Offensive Firepower

The opening game of the exhibition series saw the LSU Tigers assert their dominance on the field. Jared Jones, the Tigers' first baseman, led the charge with a standout performance, going 3-for-5 at the plate with two home runs and five RBIs. The Tigers wasted no time in establishing their lead, scoring two runs in the top of the fourth inning. Jones' solo homer to right field and a double by designated hitter Jake Brown, who later scored on a Cajuns throwing error, put the Tigers ahead.The Cajuns managed to score a run in the bottom of the fourth, but the Tigers quickly responded by extending their advantage to 6-1. Jones delivered a grand slam to left field, showcasing his power and driving in four runs in a single swing. The Tigers' offensive onslaught continued in the top of the sixth, as Michael Braswell III and Chris Stanfield hit back-to-back home runs, giving the Tigers a commanding 9-1 lead.The Tigers' pitching effort was equally impressive, with junior right-hander Gavin Guidry and freshman right-hander William Schmidt combining for four scoreless innings. Guidry started the game and worked 2.0 innings, allowing two hits and striking out two batters. Schmidt then took the mound, pitching the final two innings without surrendering a hit and recording one strikeout.

Game 2: Cajuns Bounce Back with Dominant Pitching Performance

The second game of the exhibition doubleheader saw a shift in momentum, as the UL Lafayette Cajuns emerged victorious with a 6-3 win over the Tigers. The Cajuns' pitching staff took center stage, with junior left-hander Conner Ware and freshman right-hander Casan Evans leading the charge.Ware entered the game in the third inning and delivered a stellar performance, pitching two perfect frames with five strikeouts while needing only 30 pitches. Evans followed suit, taking the mound in the seventh inning and blanking the Tigers through two innings, allowing no hits and striking out five batters.On the offensive side, the Cajuns found their rhythm, with Ashton Larson and Luis Hernandez each contributing two hits and one RBI to pace the team's scoring efforts.

Preparing for the Season Ahead: LSU's Fall Practice Session

The exhibition doubleheader served as a valuable opportunity for both teams to fine-tune their skills and evaluate their rosters ahead of the upcoming season. LSU will continue its fall practice session through November 23, engaging in a series of intra-squad scrimmages to further develop their team chemistry and individual player performances.The Tigers are set to open the 2025 season on February 14, when they host Purdue Fort Wayne at Alex Box Stadium, Skip Bertman Field. Fans and supporters eagerly await the start of the new campaign, anticipating another thrilling season of LSU baseball.