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LSU baseball adds pitcher Diego Velazquez from transfer portal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 2:22 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

LSU baseball adds pitcher Diego Velazquez from transfer portal
Summary

LSU baseball has enhanced its roster with the signing of Diego Velazquez, a pitcher transferring from USC. The right-hander, who was a freshman in 2026, is not eligible for the draft until 2028, allowing LSU to benefit from two full seasons. Velazquez appeared in 13 games for the Trojans last season, posting a 4.55 ERA while demonstrating a strong strikeout-to-walk ratio of 3.78. This addition addresses critical needs in the bullpen after LSU's pitching struggles in 2026, as Velazquez is expected to be a significant contributor starting in 2027.

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  • •Diego Velazquez joins LSU baseball from USC via the transfer portal.
  • •Velazquez pitched 29.2 innings in 2026, striking out 24.
  • •He will not be draft eligible until 2028, offering two seasons to LSU.
  • •LSU's bullpen had challenges last season, ranking near the bottom of the SEC.
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  • 2:22 PMYahoo Sports — LSU baseball fills need with talented transfer portal pitcher
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LSU baseball added a talented pitcher from the transfer portal. Here's why he fills a real need for the Tigers.

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