LSU Baseball Wins Eighth National Championship, Ends Coastal Carolina Streak

LSU baseball secured its eighth national championship in program history by defeating Coastal Carolina 5-3 in the College World Series final, marking their second title in three years. Coach Jay Johnson, who took over in 2021, has become the fastest coach in college baseball history to win two championships with different rosters, highlighting the program's sustained excellence. Key contributions came from younger players like freshman Derek Curiel and sophomore pitchers Anthony Eyanson and Kade Anderson, who formed a dominant 1-2 pitching punch praised as one of the best in College World Series history. Eyanson, who started the final game, expressed gratitude for the opportunity and reflected on fulfilling his dream of pitching in a championship game. The team celebrated their victory with an enthusiastic homecoming at Alex Box Stadium, where fans warmly welcomed players and coaches alike. This championship caps off a recent era of LSU athletic success that includes multiple national titles across various sports.