After returning from Jacksonville as one of the most talked-about offenses in college baseball, LSU has suddenly hit a rough patch.

Over the last five games, the Tigers offense has managed just a .208 batting average, with the regular lineup hitting only .181. A lack of discipline at the plate, poor approach in hitter’s counts, and players pressing under lofty expectations have all contributed to the slump.

In this episode, I break down what’s really going on at the plate and why the problem may not be the pitcher on the mound, but what’s happening in the batter’s box.

I also take a deep dive into LSU’s bullpen, which was expected to be a strength entering the season. Thirteen games in, outside of two reliable arms, the Tigers still don’t have defined roles or consistent options in high-leverage situations.

We also touch on the surprising defensive regression after last year’s historically strong defense.

To end on a positive note, LSU’s weekend rotation has been outstanding. Evans, Moore, and Schmidt combined for 20.1 innings with dominant strikeout totals, giving the Tigers stability heading into SEC play.

And finally, I address the growing chatter surrounding the Friday night role and whether William Schmidt should be the one pitching in purple.