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Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais and football writer Wilson Alexander joins sports editor Perryn Keys to go over LSU's new addition at defensive tackle, a fresh look at Brian Kelly's NIL strategy and a potential LSU football game in Ireland.
The guys go through LSU's new addition to the defensive line, Grand Valley State transfer Jay’viar Suggs — who he is, how he became available and how this more or less completes LSU's search for more defensive linemen.
Rab also breaks down why LSU swung and missed with big-name defensive tackles in the transfer portal — and the guys give their 2 cents on whether Kelly's approach to the portal is the right approach.
We then discuss what LSU might do with its two remaining scholarships and whether certain positions (DB, DE, P) are extreme areas of need.
Finally, Rab details his discussion with Kelly, including the revelation that LSU is looking into playing a neutral-site game in Ireland somewhere in the future.
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0:00-intro
3:50-Tigers add final defensive tackle to lineup
16:00-LSU's current approach to NIL
26:30-Filling the last spots on the roster
32:00-Tigers in Ireland?
38:30-Changes coming to college football
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Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais joins sports editor Perryn Keys to recap Paul Skenes' first start in Major League Baseball, LSU's dwindling chances at the NCAA tournament and an update on LSU's hopefuls in Olympic gymnastics.
The guys go through Skenes' debut, which lasted four-plus innings, as well as why such a buzz exists across MLB regarding Skenes' stuff (his debut was perhaps as anticipated as any in the past 15 years). We also break down what makes him such a tantalizing prospect and why he might be built to last.
Rab also breaks down LSU's disastrous three-game trip to Alabama, in which the Tigers suffered a crushing loss Friday and dropped the series finale Sunday.
We then discuss why this year's LSU team has struggled so much, as well as what the Tigers MUST do to have any shot at getting an at-large bid in the NCAA tournament.
Rab then wraps up with a rundown of LSU gymnasts Aleah Finnegan, who will compete with the Philippines national team in the Olympics this summer, and Konnor McClain, who will attempt to make Team USA.
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0:00-Intro
4:40-Paul Skenes pitching debut with the Pirates
16:30-Checking in on Dylan Crews
21:30-Tough times in Tuscaloosa for the Tigers
30:00-LSU's dwinding chances at the NCAA regionals
37:20-LSU gymnasts' road to the Paris Games
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Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais and LSU beat writer Reed Darcey joins sports editor Perryn Keys to recap what has already been a busy week for Angel Reese (with the regular season yet to come!), as well as next year's LSU roster; potential LSU Olympians and the baseball team's weekend trip to Alabama.
Last Friday, Angel played her WNBA preseason opener without a TV audience, prompting a fan to livestream the game from her seat — drawing nearly 200,000 viewers in real time and almost 1 million since the upload. Angel later flew out for the Met Gala on Monday and returned in time to score 13 points in 19 minutes of the Chicago Sky's final exhibition.
The guys discuss how this will be the new normal — for international celebrities like Reese, but also perhaps for women's basketball. And Rab notes that perhaps e double-standard has existed for women, as fans rarely criticize male athletes for dabbling into show business.
Reed then goes through LSU's five new additions to the 2024-25 women's basketball roster and whether the Tigers might have a more complete team (barring injuries).
Rab then takes us through the LSU athletes who have already qualified for the Summer Olympics, as well as who's up next. We also break down the Tigers' final six baseball games and whether they can sneak into the NCAA tournament for a surprise run.
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0:00-Intro
4:00-Angel Reese in the big leagues ... and on the red carpet
29:00-Kim Mulkey's new-ish krewe: who plays point guard?
37:00-Looking ahead to the Summer Games in Paris
47:00-LSU baseball with another crucial weekend at Alabama
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LSU baseball writer Koki Riley joins sports editor Perryn Keys to recap the Tigers' huge series win over Texas A&M and whether the they can make a late charge to the NCAA regionals.
First, we take a fresh look at LSU's RPI rankings, its final two weekend series and what type of work they've got left before they can feel good about their chances at an NCAA tournament berth.
Then it's on to the Texas A&M series, in which the Tigers got two strong performances from starters Gage Jump and Luke Holman, as well as some lights-out bullpen work from Fidel Ulloa, Griffin Herring and Christian Little in a pair of victories over the No. 1 Aggies.
Koki also breaks down two things that LSU did well at the plate — hitting with runners in scoring position, and hitting with two outs.
Finally, we break down the LSU bullpen's collapse on Sunday, what it means for the Tigers' long-term chances and how this week will shape up with Northwestern State and Alabama.
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0:00-Intro
4:00-Where the Tigers stand after two big wins
8:30-Two sparkling efforts by the bullpen
17:20-Gage Jump and Luke Holman stand tall
24:20-LSU at the plate with RISP and two outs
28:12-Bullpen blows up Sunday. What gives?
33:10-The week ahead: Northwestern State, Alabama
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Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais joins sports editor Perryn Keys for a look at a little bit of everything, from the LSU women's basketball roster and Haleigh Bryant's return to the gymnastics program and the Tigers' baseball series against Texas A&M.
We first discuss Kim Mulkey's addition of three transfer guards — Miami’s Shayeann Day-Wilson, Arizona’s Kailyn Gilbert and Mississippi State’s Mjracle Sheppard — to group with Arkansas transfer Jersey Wolfenbarger and Lafayette Christian star Jada Richard. Scott tells us why the 2024-25 team might be more complete, with stronger role players and the potential for a true point guard.
Scott then explains why Haleigh Bryant is coming back to the gymnastics team for another run at a championship, and whether others like Sierra Ballard, Kiya Johnson and Olivia Dunne will come back as well.
From there, it's a long look at LSU draftees Jayden Daniels, Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas, as well as what type of impact defensive tackles Maason Smith and Mekhi Wingo might have at the NFL level. We also take a quick look at what LSU is doing in the transfer portal to replace Smith and Wingo.
Finally, it's a look at LSU's crucial weekend series against No. 1 Texas A&M, and whether the Tigers can pull of a miraculous late-season run to reach the NCAA regionals.
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0:00-Intro
4:20-Kim Mulkey's roster gets a recharge
13:15-Haleigh Bryant returns to the LSU gym team
18:50-Will Olivia Dunne and other return as well?
23:00-Three first-round picks in the NFL draft
28:48-Two different prospects: Maason Smith, Mekhi Wingo
34:25-What will LSU do at defensive tackle?
39:02-LSU's crucial series against Texas A&M
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Beat writer Koki Riley joins sports editor Perryn Keys to recap the LSU baseball team's weekend series against Auburn and where the Tigers stand with 11 regular-season games remaining.
We first discuss Jay Johnson's decision to start Kade Anderson in LSU's series finale against Auburn, which didn't work out well enough in a 7-5 loss that cost LSU a chance to sweep. Koki also explains why he thought keeping Griffin Herring in the bullpen was still the right move.
We then break down a strong weekend from the LSU bullpen in general — a welcome change — and other standouts like Ashton Larson, Gage Jump and others. Koki then also discusses the leadoff spot and the center field position with Mac Bingham and Paxton Kling.
From there, it's a long look at the rest of LSU's schedule, what the Tigers must do to reach the NCAA regionals and why their next opponent, Texas A&M, is the No. 1 team in the nation.
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0:00-Intro
2:30-What went wrong Sunday against Auburn
9:30-A much stronger bullpen effort
14:14-Ashton Larson has another great weekend
18:00-Paxton Kling, Mac Bingham and center field
28:25-Where LSU stands with 11 games to go
35:40-This weekend and No. 1 Texas A&M
38:00-Gage Jump and a crucial Friday night
41:00-Nate Ackenhausen and others to keep an eye on
43:20-Watch out for the Tanks bomb!
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Beat writer Koki Riley joins sports editor Perryn Keys to take a long look at what's gone wrong with the LSU baseball team and how the Tigers can still make it into the NCAA tournament.
We first discuss how Jay Johnson's team has tumbled to 5-13 in Southeastern Conference play as it heads into a weekend series with lowly Auburn — as well as what LSU needs to do with 14 games remaining to give itself a good shot.
Koki breaks down the changes in LSU's weekend rotation and whether Nate Ackenhausen can help the Tigers in the Sunday starting role, as well as why Gage Jump was so effective against Missouri — and whether Luke Holman is in something of a mini-slump.
We also discuss why Johnson has come to rely on Griffin Herring — easily is most dependable reliever — and why some others in the bullpen, including Aiden Moffett and Cam Johnson, have started to play larger roles.
Finally, we discuss some of the brighter spots on this year's team, including Ashton Larson, Michael Braswell and Jared Jones.
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Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais joins sports editor Perryn Keys to recap the LSU gymnastics team's thrilling ride to the first national championship in program history.
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We first discuss LSU's run through the semifinals Thursday — and Oklahoma's shocking turn on beam, which led to the Sooners' early departure and increased the Tigers' chances at winning the championship Saturday afternoon.
Rab then turns to the championship meet itself — how it shaped up; how the Tigers had to finish on beam, often the most treacherous event; and how Sierra Ballard, Aleah Finnegan and their other four teammates left no doubt with the best beam performance in finals history. Rab reflects on the moment Finnegan — who struggled on beam earlier this year — stuck the landing and made it clear that the Tigers had their first set of rings.
We also discussed a special moment when Jay Clark made sure to bring up the founder and architect of the program, D-D Breaux, to celebrate with the team on the podium.
One other thing: As the guys made sure to note, think not only of LSU's national championships over the past five years, but also of the mind-blowing number of world-class individual athletes who have been through campus during that time, and why that's simply not common. Or normal.
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0:00-Where were you when LSU clinched the championship?
4:00-How Oklahoma's fall put LSU in the driver's seat
11:40-LSU's dramatic, clinching final rotation on beam
19:30-The big moment: Aleah Finnegan brings it home
21:55-Jay Clark celebrates — but not without D-D Breaux
28:45-Haleigh Bryant among LSU's world-class athletes
37:05-LSU's 52nd national championship in all sports
41:50-Why the Tigers should contend again in 2024-25
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Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais joins sports editor Perryn Keys to preview the LSU gymnasts' chances to win their first national championship.
Rab comes aboard to discuss whether this is the best LSU gymnastics team in school history, and why the Tigers have a real chance to not only make it through to Saturday's semifinals but to score an upset over Oklahoma, the heavy favorite.
The guys take a moment to discuss why gymnasts are the toughest, grittiest athletes on campus — no, seriously — before moving on to explain why Haleigh Bryant is one of the best in the nation, and why she is essential to LSU's success at the championships.
They also discuss Bryant's career, the abundnace of perfect 10s in modern gymnastics and the other teams who are likely to advance through Thursday's semifinal sessions.
Rab also shares a few thoughts on the Masters — including a moment with Uncle Verne Lundquist, who was known for his work at Augusta long before he became the voice of SEC football, as well as ex-LSU golfer Sam Burns' struggles at the tournament.
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0:00-Intro
4:05-The best gymnastics team in LSU history?
13:10-The unspeakable physical toll on gymnasts
19:20-Why Haleigh Bryant is essential to LSU's success
29:40-Do gymnasts get too many perfect 10s these days?
33:45-Oklahoma is the favorite. Here's how LSU could win
39:30-Uncle Verne Lundquist signs off for good
46:40-Why Sam Burns has struggled at the Masters
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Beat writer Wilson Alexander joins sports editor Perryn Keys to take stock of the LSU football roster after the spring game and what to expect when the NCAA transfer portal reopens.
One of the most important things for LSU was what didn't happen in the spring game: The Tigers didn't suffer any major injuries. Wilson discusses why that was (obviously) good to see, then breaks down the performance of Garrett Nussmeier, who looked like he was in command, and the first-team offensive line, which looks like a strength.
So, too, did the wide receiver position, starting with senior Kyren Lacy but also continuing with transfers CJ Daniels and Zavion Thomas.
The not-so-good news: The backup QBs still need work, and so, too, does the second-team offensive line.
Then there's the defensive tackle issue. Brian Kelly minced no words: LSU must continue to search for more defensive tackles when the portal reopens Tuesday. The edge rushers — including true freshman Gabriel Reliford — showed promise.
As for the secondary, that, too, is a work in progress, but that appears to be less about finding new players and more about figuring out which current players work best.
Finally, we discuss punter Peyton Todd's tough day, as well as what LSU must gain (and lose) in the portal this offseason.
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0:00-Intro
4:30-Nussmeier and the first team: so far, so good
10:50-Kyren Lacy looks the part
17:30-Offensive line and run game
24:00-Defensive tackle still priority No. 1
29:00-How will the cornerback situation shake out?
34:00-Does LSU have a punting problem?
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Beat writer Wilson Alexander joins sports editor Perryn Keys to break down what to expect in the LSU spring football game, which gets underway at 1 p.m. Saturday.
First things first: We know that what we see in the spring game will not be the finished product, but rather a glimpse into what the Tigers still need to work on between now and Sept. 1, when they face USC in Las Vegas.
This is Garrett Nussmeier's first time in charge (aside from the ReliaQuest Bowl, of course), and he will likely get a relatively quick — to a void injury, sure, but to give coaches a long look at potential No. 2 quarterbacks AJ Swann and Rickie Collins.
Saturday is also a chance to see just how thin LSU is at running back (for now) and whether their group of tight ends has started to realize some of their potential.
Wilson also discusses two new safeties who make their debut in an LSU uniform Saturday: true freshman Dashawn McBryde and Texas A&M transfer Jardin Gilbert, not to mention promising cornerback PJ Woodland.
Wilson also breaks down how the new defensive staff is *trying* to make Harold Perkins into a more complete linebacker (though we won't have a full verdict, of course, until much later).
Finally, we discuss punters, punt returners and other potential hidden gems.
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0:00-Intro
3:10-Why the spring game is not a final product
4:50-Garrett Nussmeier at the controls
9:00-Why LSU is suddenly thin at the RB position
12:15-Is LSU more complete at the TE position
18:00-Brian Kelly is still searching for defensive tackles
20:00-FIrst look at Dashawn McBryde, Jardin Gilbert
22:40-Harold Perkins and the million-dollar question
28:50-Take a look at these specialists
31:20-Zavion Thomas: a difference-maker at PR?
32:20-The most intriguing auditions for emerging stars
35:15-A run through LSU's second-team defense
37:30-What you don't see in the spring game
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Beat writer Wilson Alexander joins sports editor Perryn Keys to discuss the latest developments from LSU's spring football practice, where Brian Kelly and the Tigers.
The spring game is at 1 p.m. Saturday.
Wilson begins with the emergence of Kyren Lacy, who has been LSU's best offensive player, and why he's been so good this spring. We also discuss changes to the ground game and why Brian Kelly and Joe Sloan intend to take advantage of their experienced offensive line.
From there, we discuss LSU's defensive ends, including Bradyn Swinson working with the first team and Paris Shand's commitment to new mental and nutritional programs.
Then it's on to the position of most concern — defensive tackle. Wilson tells us why Jacobian Guillory has been "ouststanding" against the run, how converted guard Kimo Makane'ole made it to the first team and what's happening with Jalen Lee and junior-college transfer Shone Washington.
We also take a look at the secondary, where true freshman PJ Woodland has excelled at a cornerback position that is quite unsettled, and where Major Burns is settling into Blake Baker's new STAR position.
Finally, we discuss Harold Perkins' role on the defense — whether it will change, and whether those changes will work.
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0:00-Intro
4:30-How much have the Tigers accomplished?
8:30-How the ground game will look different
9:50-Why Kyren Lacy has excelled this spring
14:15-First looks at Zavion Thomas and CJ Daniels
15:51-Paris Shand's new approach; plus Bradyn Swinson
23:00-Jacobian Guillory is 'outstanding' against the run
29:05-A newcomer making waves in the secondary
35:25-Major Burns at LSU's new STAR position
38:00-Dashawn McBryde's status with the safeties
40:30-The million dollar question: Harold Perkins
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Beat writer Reed Darcey and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to discuss the end of the LSU women's basketball season, Angel Reese's decision to turn pro and what comes next for Kim Mulkey and her team.
The guys break down why LSU didn't keep up against Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Elite Eight on Monday night — which, as we all found out, was the most-viewed women's basketball game of all time.
We then debate whether this season — in which LSU began as the consensus No. 1 team but lost to South Carolina twice and ended up short of the Final Four — was a success, a failure or somewhere in between?
We also discuss Angel's decision to go pro, her impact on LSU and ... ultimately, we ponder the question: Should she get her own statue on campus one day?
From there, the guys talk roster. Hailey Van Lith's status is still unclear, but every other player is eligible to return, and the Tigers have one signee and (at least) one transfer coming in — in addition to Sa'Myah Smith, who should return from injury.
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0:00-Intro
3:30-A game that lived up to the hype, broke records
10:00-Why LSU came up short, and was Caitlin Clark just too hot?
17:00-The impact LSU has made on women's basketball
18:35-Was this season a success, a failure or in between?
25:20-Angel Reese's impact in two years at LSU
33:15-What will you remember most about Angel?
40:00-Should Angel Reese get a statue on campus one day?
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Beat writer Reed Darcey and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to discuss the LSU women's long, wild day at the Sweet 16, their thrilling victory over UCLA and their big rematch Monday with Iowa in the Elite Eight.
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Rab offers up a blow-by-blow of the Tigers' long, wild Saturday, which began with the long-awaited Washington Post profile of Kim Mulkey; continued with a demanding, physical game against UCLA — a 78-69 win, highlighted by knockout performances from Flau'jae Johnson and Angel Reese — and punctuated by two fun exchanges: the first between Reese and someone on the UCLA bench, followed by Mulkey's beef with a Los Angeles Times commentary that originally described the Tigers as "dirty debutantes."
The guys also break down Flau'jae Johnson's clutch play in the late minutes against UCLA; Reese's effort down the stretch vs. 6-foot-7 Lauren Betts and why it's highly unlikely that Iowa — led by you-know-who, Caitlin Clark — will miss as many open 3s as UCLA did in the Sweet 16.
Reed offers up some things to watch for in the first quarter of LSU-Iowa, how a physical, tightly called game could hurt (or help) the Tigers and how they'll try to defend against the highest-scoring team in the nation. Rab closes out with a prediction on LSU-Iowa and the rest of the Final Four.
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0:00-Intro
4:20-A recap of LSU's long, wild Saturday
7:25-A recap of LSU's physical, demanding win
10:00-Flau'jae Johnson's clutch performance
16:00-Iowa is unlikely to miss as many 3s as UCLA did
18:50-How different are LSU and Iowa from last April?
24:00-LSU's role as the 'good villains' of basketball
26:00-How physical play could help or hurt LSU vs. Iowa
28:50-Why LSU-Iowa is bound for boffo TV ratings
32:00-Rab's prediction on LSU-Iowa and the Final Four
35:00-What to watch for in the early going of LSU-Iowa
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Beat writers Wilson Alexander and Koki Riley join sports editor Perryn Keys to discuss LSU's pro day, more on spring football practice and the Tigers' crucial baseball series at Arkansas.
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We begin with a breakdown of the LSU starting rotation and why Jay Johnson decided not to throw Luke Holman in Thursday's series-opening game against the Razorbacks. Koki also discusses
We also discuss Ethan Frey's success against left-handed pitching; Jared Jones' hot bat; the continuing struggles of the LSU bullpen and why the Tigers continue to tinker with their outfield.
We then move to football. Wilson discusses Malik Nabers' show-stopping performance at LSU pro day, and the guys also break down draft projections for Brian Thomas, Jayden Daniels and the curious case of Maason Smith.
Wilson then moves on to spring practice, where changes continue on the secondary; the Tigers add much-needed depth to their defensive line; receivers Kyren Lacy and Chris Hilton appear to be making big strides; and the LSU ground game takes on a new identity.
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0:00-Intro
4:00-Jay Johnson's change in the weekend rotation
7:00-LSU's 'competitive character'
10:00-Ethan Frey against left-handed pitching
12:20-Jared Jones' improved plate discipline
16:00-What's up with the LSU bullpen?
22:20-Tinkering with the outfield
27:45-Malik Nabers puts on a show at LSU pro day
32:00-Brian Thomas' first-round prospects
37:20-Where will Jayden Daniels go?
42:00-Will Maason Smith's decision pay off?
47:30-An addition to LSU's defensive line
53:30-Kyren Lacy and Chris Hilton on the rise
58:00-The transformation of the run game
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Beat writer Reed Darcey and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to break down the LSU women's basketball team and its march to the Sweet 16 on a wild, tense and semi-controversial weekend at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.
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Rab and Reed begin by sharing their 2 cents on where the Tigers stand after a shaky first-round win over Rice and a dominant second half against Middle Tennessee.
We then break down what has made Flau'jae Johnson so important lately, and why Angel Reese and Aneesah Morrow could be the two most important players in the Tigers' next game.
And yes, we talk Kim Mulkey. Reed shares the story about where he was when Mulkey made her fiery opening statement about a Washington Post story that had not yet dropped. Rab and Perryn then discuss how Mulkey has often been a complicated, controversial character, exacerbated by her willingness to stand her ground.
Rab also breaks down the LSU gymnastics team, which won the SEC championship over the weekend and awaits the NCAA regionals in April.
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0:00-Kim Mulkey and LSU sail into the Sweet 16
22:00-Next up in the Albany 2 bracket
32:00-Mulkey goes on the defensive
45:00-The LSU gymnasts are SEC champions
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Beat writers Wilson Alexander and Koki Riley join sports editor Perryn Keys to break down the LSU baseball team's rough weekend at Mississippi State, a huge weekend against Florida and a fresh look at spring football practice.
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Koki begins by breaking down what happened at Mississippi State — especially with the starting rotation but also in the bullpen, as the Tigers dropped two of three games in Starkville. We also take a look at Tommy White's hot streak and what to expect as No. 5 LSU takes on No. 6 Florida in a rematch of the College World Series finals.
Wilson also comes on to take a fresh look at LSU football spring practice, where third-year coach Brian Kelly said the 2024 team could have the best player leadership since he arrived.
The guys also discuss Garrett Nussmeier's initiative, the more frequent usage of two-tight-end formations and which returning wide receivers are getting more reps with the first-team offense.
We then take on the issue of the 2025 SEC schedule, which will remain at eight conference games.
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0:00-A disappointing weekend in Starkville
4:15-Starting rotation struggles at Mississippi State
14:00-Tommy Tanks looking more like Tommy Tanks
15:45-Breaking down LSU vs. Florida at Alex Box
24:00-Brian Kelly on players leading the charge
30:50-The difference in going from good to great
32:02-More use of '12' personnel for LSU's offense
39:00-Which WRs are getting reps with the first team?
45:00-The SEC sticks with an 8-game slate in 2025
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Beat writer Reed Darcey and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to break down LSU's draw in the NCAA women's basketball tournament, as well as a couple check-ins on two LSU international celebrities: Livvy Dunne and Maggie Mac Neil.
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Reed and Rab take a long look at the Albany 2 bracket, which includes No. 1-seeded Iowa, No. 2 UCLA, No. 3 LSU, No. 4 Kansas State and No. 5 Colorado — the latter of which upset LSU in their season opener all the way back in November.
We also break down the four teams coming to Baton Rouge this weekend for the first and second rounds. LSU faces No. 14-seeded Rice, and Hailey Van Lith's team, No. 6-seeded Louisville, faces No. 11 Middle Tennessee.
The guys also discuss the health status of Last-Tear Poa, Angel Reese and Mikaylah Williams — and whether LSU is deep enough to make it through and return to the Final Four.
Reed also explains why LSU is playing its best basketball of the season.
Rab takes a quick look at the LSU gymnasts, who are headed to the SEC championships Saturday in New Orleans, and whether Livvy Dunne will return for another year.
We then close out with a quick look at LSU swimmer Maggie Mac Neil, who won gold for Canada in the 100 butterfly in the 2021 Olympics and will try to do so again this summer in Paris.
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0:00-March Madness comes to Baton Rouge
19:20-Injury update: Last-Tear Poa, Angel Reese, Mikaylah Williams
33:00-SEC Gymnastics Championships on Saturday
39:00-LSU's Canadian superstar swimmer
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Beat writers Reed Darcey and Koki Riley join sports editor Perryn Keys to break down where the LSU women's basketball team stands on the eve of the NCAA tournament — and where the LSU baseball team stands as SEC play begins.
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Koki breaks down LSU's 4-1 record in five games against Xavier and North Dakota State — including how Jay Johnson tinkers with his lineup, the batting order and possibly a new role for left-hander Kade Anderson, who's been lights-out as a midweek starter.
We then take a look at the beginning of Southeastern Conference play and what's ahead for LSU this weekend at Mississippi State.
Reed chimes in to reset where the LSU women stand as we gear up for Selection Sunday. We take a look the status of three key injured (or hurt) players — Angel Reese, Last-Tear Poa and Mikaylah Williams — and where they'll be when the tournament begins next week.
We also hit on Kateri Poole in the transfer portal and just how much the team could use a great player like Sa'Myah Smith at the moment.
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0:00-Baseball: SEC play begins this weekend
14:40-LSU's bullpen stands tall
22:00-SEC women's tournament highlights
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Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais and beat writer Sheldon Mickles join sports editor Perryn Keys to break down what happened Sunday when a great SEC championship game between LSU and South Carolina was marred by a fourth-quarter fight.
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Rab takes a moment to break down LSU's march through the SEC tournament, during which the Tigers showed quite a bit of toughness — including Angel Reese's swollen ankle, Last-Tear Poa's scary hit to the head and Mikaylah Williams' return to action — before the fracas that erupted late in the fourth quarter.
The guys then break down the wild scene and the fallout. Rab takes a moment to state that from his perspective, there was plenty of blame to go around — players, officials, perhaps the coaches and the league itself.
We also discuss SEC commissioner Greg Sankey's statement, as well as the arrest of Flau'jae Johnson's brother, Trayron Lenorris Milton, for leaping the scorer's table to defend her sister against Kamilla Cardoso.
We then give our 2 cents on the coaches' reactions, as well — and, oh by the way, LSU's prospects for a No. 2 seed in next week's NCAA tournament.
Sheldon and Rab then stick around to discuss Matt McMahon and the LSU men's team, which wrapped up the regular season with a 9-9 conference record — a big jump from last year and far better than most of us expected.
The Tigers begin the SEC tournament on Thursday against Mississippi State, with a real chance at earning a bid to the NIT.
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