K. Edwards hits for the cycle as No. 22 LSU crushes Missouri 16-4

LSU clinches series victory with dominant performance at the plate

Apr. 4, 2026 at 12:26am

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A cubist-style painting depicting a baseball player in mid-swing, with the ball, bat, and player's body fractured into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in the team colors of LSU and Missouri. The image conveys the raw energy and movement of the game.LSU's offensive explosion, led by K. Edwards' historic cycle, showcases the team's dynamic potential as they continue their push towards the postseason.New Orleans Today

In a standout performance, LSU outfielder K. Edwards hit for the cycle, collecting a single, double, triple, and home run, as the No. 22 ranked Tigers routed Missouri 16-4 to clinch the weekend series. LSU's offense erupted with 16 runs on 17 hits, overpowering the Tigers' SEC rival.

Why it matters

This victory is a significant boost for the No. 22 LSU baseball team, who have now clinched the series against a conference opponent. Edwards' historic cycle performance highlights the offensive firepower the Tigers possess, which will be crucial as they continue their push towards the postseason.

The details

K. Edwards became the first LSU player to hit for the cycle since 2019, accomplishing the rare feat by recording a single, double, triple, and home run in the same game. The Tigers' offense exploded for 16 runs on 17 hits, with several players contributing multi-hit efforts to overwhelm Missouri's pitching staff.

  • The game was played on April 4, 2026.

The players

K. Edwards

An outfielder for the LSU Tigers baseball team who hit for the cycle in the team's 16-4 victory over Missouri.

LSU Tigers

The No. 22 ranked college baseball team that clinched a series victory over SEC rival Missouri with their dominant 16-4 win.

Missouri Tigers

The SEC opponent that was defeated 16-4 by the LSU Tigers in the weekend series.

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What they’re saying

“That was an incredible performance by K. Edwards today. To hit for the cycle and lead our team to such a convincing win over a conference opponent is a testament to his talent and the fight of our entire squad.”

— Jay Johnson, LSU Baseball Head Coach

What’s next

LSU will look to carry the momentum from this series victory into their next SEC matchup, as they continue their push towards the postseason.

The takeaway

K. Edwards' historic cycle performance highlighted LSU's offensive firepower, which will be crucial as the Tigers aim to build on this series win and secure a strong position in the SEC standings and NCAA tournament picture.