LSU Tigers Clinch SEC Series Win Over Tennessee

Comeback victories in Knoxville give LSU first road series win at Tennessee since 2016.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 11:15pm

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The LSU Tigers baseball team secured a series victory over the Tennessee Volunteers, winning two of three games in Knoxville. This marks LSU's first road series win at Tennessee's Lindsey Nelson Stadium since 2016, overcoming past struggles in the venue with a pair of comeback wins, including a thrilling 16-6 extra-inning victory on Easter Sunday.

Why it matters

Winning SEC road series, especially against top conference opponents like Tennessee, is crucial for LSU's postseason aspirations. The Tigers had struggled in recent years to capture series wins in Knoxville, making this series victory an important milestone in their 2026 campaign.

The details

After dropping the series opener, the LSU Tigers rallied to win the final two games of the series against Tennessee. In the decisive third game on Easter Sunday, LSU overcame a 6-3 deficit in the 9th inning to force extra frames, then exploded for 10 runs in the 10th to secure the 16-6 victory and clinch the series win.

  • The series took place from April 3-5, 2026.
  • LSU won the series finale on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026.

The players

LSU Tigers

The baseball team from Louisiana State University, a perennial powerhouse in the Southeastern Conference.

Tennessee Volunteers

The baseball team from the University of Tennessee, a top program in the SEC.

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What they’re saying

“This was a huge series win for us on the road against a very talented Tennessee team. I'm proud of the way our guys battled back in the final two games to get the job done.”

— Jay Johnson, LSU Baseball Head Coach

What’s next

LSU will look to build on this series victory as they continue their SEC schedule, while Tennessee will aim to rebound in their next conference matchup.

The takeaway

LSU's comeback wins in Knoxville demonstrate the team's resilience and ability to win tough road games in the SEC, a critical factor for their postseason aspirations this season.