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LSU BLOWS IT IN THE 8TH?! Brutal Error Hands Oklahoma Series Win

Mar 21, 2026
A blown eighth-inning double-play error costs LSU a winnable game and sparks questions about late-inning defense. Discussion covers the decision to send Gavin Guidry back out and bullpen performance. Concerns about a stagnant offense with just four hits and lineup, defensive replacement, and roster choices are explored. The bigger picture: urgency to fix things before upcoming conference matchups.
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ANECDOTE

Eighth Inning Implosion That Lost The Series

  • LSU blew a 3-1 lead in the top of the eighth after a walk, RBI single, bunt, then a reliever hit the batter and a kicked 4-6 double-play ball prevented an inning-ending out.
  • Matt Moscona recalls Ruckert kicking the ball at second on a tailor-made double-play that was reviewed and wiped out the out, turning the game and series.
INSIGHT

Schmidt's High-Leverage Dominance

  • William Schmidt delivered clutch performances by striking out the side with bases loaded and getting two crucial two-strike strikeouts later.
  • Moscona highlights Schmidt's 83 pitches and seven strikeouts across four dominant innings in high-leverage spots.
INSIGHT

Pitching Turned From Liability To Strength

  • LSU's pitching was a major positive this weekend with Schmidt, Guidry and Sheeran combining for 15 strikeouts and multiple high-leverage stops despite walks and a hit batter.
  • Moscona highlights Schmidt overpowering key moments and Guidry touching 95-96 mph as evidence that the staff fixed last week's issues.
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