LSU's 2026 transfer portal class ranks second in college baseball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 2:24 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
LSU baseball has secured one of the top transfer portal classes for 2026, ranked second nationally by Baseball America. Key additions include former Notre Dame outfielder Bino Watters, who earned All-ACC honors and had a strong performance in summer league with a.331 average. LSU also welcomes outfielders Angel Laya and Jason Wachs, with Wachs expected to take over centerfield. On the pitching side, standout transfer Landon Hood from Gonzaga provides a promising option as a reliever or potential starter in the coming years. Overall, LSU signed nine transfers to enhance their roster.
- •LSU's transfer class ranked No. 2 by Baseball America.
- •Bino Watters was first-team All-ACC and posted a 1.057 OPS.
- •Angel Laya and Jason Wachs join the outfield ranks.
- •Landon Hood is a top pitching prospect from Gonzaga.
- •LSU signed a total of nine transfers this year.
- 2:24 PMYahoo Sports — Where LSU baseball's 2026 transfer portal class ranks
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