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The LSU Tigers made history by winning their eighth national championship in baseball, defeating Coastal Carolina 5-3 in the College World Series Finals. LSU’s victory celebrates an undefeated run in the tournament, marking their second national title in three years. Key performances included a strong outing by pitcher Anthony Eyanson and a crucial hit by freshman Derek Curiel. This win reinforces the Southeastern Conference’s dominance in college baseball and ignites excitement among fans, as the Tigers continue to showcase their excellence on the diamond.
Omaha, Nebraska – The LSU Tigers have made history by capturing their eighth national championship in baseball after defeating Coastal Carolina 5-3 in Game 2 of the College World Series Finals on June 22, 2025. This victory allowed LSU to complete an undefeated run through the College World Series and secure their second national title in just three years.
In front of a crowded Charles Schwab Field, the Tigers showcased their offensive prowess, scoring four runs in the fourth inning of Game 2. Freshman Derek Curiel played a crucial role during this inning, contributing a two-out single that helped ignite the Tigers’ scoring. Pitcher Anthony Eyanson delivered a strong performance, striking out nine batters and pitching 6.1 innings before Coastal Carolina’s Wells Sykes hit a two-run home run in the seventh, narrowing LSU’s lead. Relief pitcher Chase Shores came in to stabilize the game and struck out the final batter, sealing the victory for LSU.
This triumph marks LSU’s fourth College World Series title since the NCAA Tournament’s current 64-team format was adopted in 1999. Additionally, the victory signifies a continued tradition of excellence, as this win represents the fifth consecutive national championship for a Southeastern Conference (SEC) team, reinforcing the conference’s dominance in college baseball.
Coastal Carolina entered this final matchup riding a remarkable 26-game winning streak, having tallied 23 consecutive victories before arriving in Omaha. However, they struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities throughout the finals, going 0 for 11 with runners in scoring position. Coastal Carolina’s starting pitcher Jacob Morrison departed Game 2 early after surrendering five earned runs and faced communication challenges on the mound. The Chanticleers did have notable offensive players, such as Dean Mihos and Wells Sykes, who recorded hits but were unable to turn those into runs.
In a surprising turn of events, Coastal Carolina’s coaches, Kevin Schnall and Matt Schilling, were ejected in the first inning of Game 2 due to a dispute over an umpire’s call, which further complicated their efforts to mount a comeback. This marked Coastal Carolina’s first appearance in the College World Series since they claimed the national title in 2016.
LSU’s head coach, Jay Johnson, made history as well, becoming the quickest manager to secure two College World Series titles, highlighting the strength of the Tigers’ program under his leadership. The victory not only adds another championship to LSU’s storied baseball history but also symbolizes their continued recruitment and development of top talent, ensuring the program remains competitive at the highest levels of college baseball.
The celebration on the field following the victory was filled with joy as the Tigers reveled in their achievement. With their performance in this tournament and consistent track record of success, the LSU Tigers have firmly established themselves as one of the premier baseball programs in the nation.
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