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LSU’s 7-1 Win Feels… Weird 🤔 Late Rally Hides Ugly Night at the Plate

Mar 18, 2026

A weird 7-1 win that hides offensive struggles and situational hitting woes. Pitching stole the show with multiple relievers locking down late innings. Omar Serna’s big night and Zach Yorke’s patience at the plate get praise. Preview of a tough upcoming SEC showdown with Oklahoma and what the bullpen’s performance might mean going forward.

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INSIGHT

Offense Was Inefficient But Productive

LSU scored seven runs on seven hits while drawing eight walks and two HBPs.
Matt Moscona noted that despite only seven hits, LSU manufactured runs via walks, HBP and situational play against a Grambling staff with a staff ERA north of 9.00.

ANECDOTE

York's Patient 3-2 Poke Set Up Run

Omar Serna doubled in the second inning and Zach York poked a 3-2 single to right center to advance him.
Moscona described York's half-swing single as a perfect patient at-bat that set up an RBI fielder's choice.

ADVICE

Prioritize Plate Discipline Over Power

Do emphasize plate discipline and on-base play over trying to lift every pitch for power.
Moscona urged Zach York to take walks, poke singles and get on base rather than pressing for homers after seeing York walk three times and reach each time he batted.

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LSU got the win, but it wasn’t pretty.

The Tigers beat Grambling 7-1 at Alex Box Stadium, but didn’t record an RBI hit until the eighth inning against a pitching staff with an ERA north of 9.00. We break down a frustrating night for the LSU offense, why situational hitting continues to be an issue, and whether this is just a midweek blip or a bigger concern.

On the flip side, LSU’s pitching staff was outstanding. Five relievers combined to shut the door over the final 5.1 innings, allowing just two hits while striking out nine. We highlight the arms that stood out and why that could be a major positive moving forward.

Plus, Omar Serna’s big night, Zach Yorke’s elite plate discipline, and a look ahead to a massive SEC showdown with Oklahoma at The Box.

Win or not… should LSU fans be concerned?

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LSU’s 7-1 Win Feels… Weird 🤔 Late Rally Hides Ugly Night at the Plate

Offense Was Inefficient But Productive

York's Patient 3-2 Poke Set Up Run

Prioritize Plate Discipline Over Power

TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.

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