LSU’s Alex Lange has been named the starting pitcher for the College World Series opener against Florida State. Lange is 9-5 with 2.92 ERA. In 2015, Lange struck out 10 in a complete game victory over Cal State Fullerton in the College World Series. But Coach Paul Mainieri would not say who would start on the mound for the Tigers second game, which would take place between either Cal State Fullerton and Oregon State.
If you’re going to the game, Visit Omaha spokesperson Tracie McPherson says a new activity to enjoy for visitors is the Baseball Hall of Fame at the CenturyLink Center.
Southeastern Louisiana University ace Mac Sceroler has told the Baton Rouge Advocate he plans to sign with Cincinnati after the Reds selected the Denham Springs native in the 5th round.

St. Amant pitcher Blayne Enlow will likely sign a two-million dollar signing bonus with the Minnesota Twins after being the first pick of the third round. The right-hander is an LSU signee and struck out 101 in 69.2 innings pitched.
It’s the second day of Saints minicamp. Recently signed running back Adrian Peterson has nearly 12-hundred rushing yards during his Hall of Fame career and he’s looking forward to playing with a Hall of Fame quarterback in Drew Brees this season….
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Peterson says he’s more than capable of catching passes out of the back field and doesn’t understand why he has a reputation that he can’t catch passes.
The SWAC announced Tuesday that it will end its annual football championship game following the 2017 season.
And former Grambling Star Doug Williams has been named a senior VP of player personnel with the Washington Redskins.