Meet the seven teams joining LSU baseball in Omaha for the College World Series

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Meet the seven teams joining LSU baseball in Omaha for the College World Series
We're days away from another College World Series beginning in Omaha, Nebraska. The event has been a staple on the summer sports calendar dating back to the first one in 1947.
LSU baseball has grown familiar with Omaha over the years. After beating West Virginia in the Baton Rouge Super Regional on Sunday night, the Tigers earned a spot in the CWS for the 20th time in program history.
Jay Johnson's squad won it all the last time they were here in 2023.
The College World Series will feature eight teams, forming two double-elimination brackets. The winners of each bracket meet in the CWS final. The action gets underway on June 13 and a champion will be crowned on June 22 or 23.
With Murray State beating Duke on Monday night, the CWS field is set.
It's a balanced field with just about every pocket of the country represented. From Oregon State in the Pacific Northwest to Coastal Carolina in the South, here's a look at the eight teams set to compete in Omaha.
Arizona Wildcats
Arizona is the old stomping ground of current LSU head coach Jay Johnson. The program is one of the most decorated in the sport. This is the Wildcats' 19th trip to Omaha. Arizona has won four national titles, the last one coming in 2012.
Oregon State Beavers
Oregon State is heading to Omaha for the first time since 2018. The Beavers are making their eighth overall appearance and have three national titles.
Arkansas Razorbacks
LSU's first opponent in Omaha will be Arkansas. The Razorbacks are still looking to win their first national title but are making their 12th CWS appearance.
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
Coastal Carolina is making its second trip to Omaha. The only time the Chants were here before, they won it all in 2016. CCU swept Auburn to punch its ticket.
UCLA Bruins
The Bruins are making their sixth trip to the CWS, but it's the first one since 2013. This is John Savage's fourth time leading UCLA to Omaha as head coach.
LSU Tigers
Jay Johnson led LSU to a national title in 2023 and after a one-year absence, the Tigers are returning to Omaha. This is LSU's 20th trip in program history. The Tigers have won seven national titles.
Murray State Racers
Murray State is in the midst of a Cinderella run. With the Racers' win over Duke, Murray State is on its way to the first College World Series in program history.
Louisville Cardinals
Louisville is slated to make its sixth College World Series appearance. This is the Cardinals' first trip since 2019. UL is yet to win a national title.