'Why Can't We Have Both?': Former LSU Professor Wants Equal Attention on Academics, Sports

'Why can't we have both?': Former LSU professor wants equal attention on academics, sports

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The LSU baseball team just won another title, another example of well-funded success in the NIL era. A former LSU professor said he hopes more funding goes toward the school's education, which is something often forgotten about amidst overwhelming athletic dominance. Robert Mann is an author, former political aide, and professor emeritus of mass communication at LSU. He said over time, the state has supported…

LSU baseball has added a left-handed pitcher from North Dakota State out of the transfer portal

Left-handed pitcher Danny Lachenmayer is transferring from North Dakota State to LSU, he announced on social media Thursday.

LSU Baseball Adds Standout Lefty Via Transfer Portal

Jay Johnson and the LSU Tigers basked in the glory of their 2025 national championship victory at Alex Box Stadium on Wednesday night. But by Thursday, it was time to focus on the future—specifically, the 2026 roster. In a significant move from the transfer portal, Johnson secured North Dakota State's standout pitcher, Danny Lachenmayer, who