The LSU Tigers, ranked No. 4, are set to host the No. 5 Tennessee Volunteers in a high-stakes baseball series this weekend at Alex Box Stadium. Both teams have identical SEC records of 12-6 and are tied for third in the conference standings. LSU, with a season record of 34-8, will look to overcome Tennessee after losing their last four encounters, including a sweep in last year's matchup. Special events such as the celebration of LSU's 1975 SEC Championship and the 2000 National Championship are planned throughout the series.

By the Numbers
  • LSU leads the all-time series against Tennessee, 62-33.
  • Tennessee won four consecutive games against LSU, including a SEC Tournament title game.
  • LSU is No. 2 in the SEC for team batting average at .316 and on-base percentage at .430.
State of Play
  • LSU aims to reclaim momentum after dropping two of three games last weekend against Alabama.
  • Tennessee recently lost two out of three to Kentucky but rebounded with an 11-1 win over Lipscomb.
  • This series is pivotal for both teams as they vie for better positioning in the SEC standings.
What's Next

On the horizon, both teams will aim for a significant boost in their rankings as they battle for the SEC title. Evaluating performance in this series could play a crucial role in NCAA Tournament seeding later this season. Additionally, underperforming teams will need to make adjustments to prepare for their final stretch games.

Bottom Line

This weekend's matchup is more than just a series; it's an opportunity for LSU to break a losing streak against a top competitor in Tennessee while celebrating their rich baseball history. Both teams must seize the moment to establish dominance in the SEC as the season approaches its culmination.