For the first time in LSU baseball history, the seventh-ranked Tigers were run-ruled by a non-conference opponent at Alex Box Stadium last night. LSU played a sloppy game in a 13-3 loss to Northwestern State. Demons head coach Chris Bertrand says they got some breaks but took advantage of them.
“We were able to take advantage of some base on balls, we were able to take advantage of some HBPs (Hit By Pitch), and we were able to take advantage of some defensive miscues that they made. But at the same time, I think that we earned and deserved because of the pressure that we were applying,” Bertrand said.
It’s Northwestern’s first win over a ranked team since 2019. It was an ugly game for LSU who committed three errors, walked four hitters, hit four batters and the only offense was three solo home runs. Coach Jay Johnson says it was a disappointing performance.
“Not a good game across the board. Pitching defense, offense, coaching, the whole thing,” Johnson said.
Bertrand says it was a great victory for their program.
“Not enough praise to go around. Not just because of a Demon win, but because of who our guys are and the way in which they attack each day, and especially the way in which they came into a tough environment against an unbelievable team,” Bertrand said.
Northwestern State returns to Southland play on Friday as the Demons are at Stephen F Austin. LSU hosts defending national champion Tennessee.
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