LSU Defeats Northwestern State in Midweek Matchup

Jake Brown's 3-run homer in the 5th inning propels the Tigers to a 4-2 victory

Apr. 15, 2026 at 8:06pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic action of a college baseball game, with overlapping planes of purple and gold hues representing the players, field, and crowd.LSU's Jake Brown delivers the decisive blow with a 3-run homer, sparking the Tigers to a midweek victory over Northwestern State.Baton Rouge Today

The LSU Tigers defeated the Northwestern State Demons 4-2 in a midweek non-conference matchup at Alex Box Stadium. LSU struck first but fell behind 2-1 before Jake Brown hit a 3-run home run in the 5th inning to give the Tigers a lead they would not relinquish. LSU used 8 pitchers in the win, with Connor Benge getting the victory and Deven Sheerin earning the save.

Why it matters

This win helps LSU improve to 23-15 on the season and bounce back after a recent skid. The Tigers will now turn their attention to a key SEC series against #9 Texas A&M this weekend as they look to make a push in conference play.

The details

LSU struck first with a run in the 3rd inning, but Northwestern State answered with single runs in the 2nd and 3rd to take a 2-1 lead. In the 5th, Jake Brown came through with a 3-run homer to put the Tigers up 4-2, which would hold as the final score. On the mound, LSU used 8 different pitchers, with Connor Benge getting the win and Deven Sheerin earning the save.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.
  • LSU struck first with a run in the bottom of the 3rd inning.
  • Northwestern State scored single runs in the 2nd and 3rd innings to take a 2-1 lead.
  • Jake Brown hit a 3-run homer in the bottom of the 5th inning to put LSU up 4-2.
  • The Tigers return to action on Friday, April 18, 2026 to open a 3-game SEC series against #9 Texas A&M.

The players

Jake Brown

The LSU outfielder hit a 3-run home run in the 5th inning to give the Tigers the lead for good.

Zac Cowan

The LSU starting pitcher worked 2.0 innings, allowing 1 run on 3 hits with 2 strikeouts.

Grant Fontenot

The LSU relief pitcher followed Cowan with 2.0 scoreless innings and 3 strikeouts.

Connor Benge

The LSU relief pitcher was credited with the win after tossing a scoreless inning.

Deven Sheerin

The LSU relief pitcher earned the save, his 3rd of the season, after working the final 1.2 innings without allowing a hit and striking out 4.

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What they’re saying

“Jake's home run was the difference-maker for us tonight. He's been swinging the bat well and came through in a big spot to put us ahead.”

— Jay Johnson, LSU Head Coach

What’s next

LSU will look to carry the momentum from this midweek win into their upcoming 3-game SEC series against #9 Texas A&M, which begins on Friday, April 18, 2026 at 6:30pm CT.

The takeaway

This victory helps LSU get back on track after a recent skid, and the Tigers will now have a chance to make a statement in conference play against a highly ranked Texas A&M squad. The team's ability to rally from an early deficit and get a clutch home run from Jake Brown shows the resilience and offensive firepower that could make LSU a force to be reckoned with in the SEC.