Gavin Lauridsen transfers from Southern Cal to Vanderbilt baseball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 8:43 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Gavin Lauridsen, a pitcher transferring from Southern Cal, has committed to Vanderbilt baseball, as announced on social media. In his freshman season at Southern Cal, Lauridsen made 45⅔ innings, with a record of 3-1 and a 4.73 ERA. He struck out 40 batters while walking 27, showcasing a fastball that has reached 96 mph. Vanderbilt's pitching staff faced challenges in 2026, ranking poorly in team ERA and walks, highlighting the need for improvement as Lauridsen joins the roster.
- •Lauridsen committed to Vanderbilt on June 27, 2026.
- •He had a 4.73 ERA and three saves in his freshman year.
- •Vanderbilt's pitching staff had an ERA of 5.23 in 2026.
- •Lauridsen needs to improve strike-throwing to make a significant impact.
- •He joins returning pitchers like Connor Hamilton and Tyler Baird.
- 8:43 PMYahoo Sports — Gavin Lauridsen, Southern Cal transfer pitcher, commits to Vanderbilt baseball
"Gavin Lauridsen, a transfer pitcher from Southern Cal, announced on social media that he had committed to Vanderbilt baseball in the portal.
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