12-02-2025
LSU baseball coach announces changes on the infield
As we approach opening day for LSU Baseball, Tigers' head coach Jay Johnson has provided some clarity on who will start on the left side of the infield. Johnson appeared on the 'BATTER UP' show with Mike Scarborough and Kendall Rogers to discuss the 2025 season, and he revealed who would start at shortstop and third base.
The new starter at shortstop this season will be Steven Milam. Milam made the move after playing second base last season. The Sophomore from Las Cruces, New Mexico was a breakout star as a freshman for the Tigers as he played in 63 games and finished with a .326 batting average and 12 doubles, three triples, eight homers, and 40 RBI.
With Milam taking over at shortstop, what does that mean for last season's shortstop, Michael Braswell III?
As for Braswell, he will be transitioning to the hot corner for the 2025 season. The Senior from Mableton, Georgia, had the best season of his career during his 2024 campaign. He started at shortstop in 64 games and finished the season with a career-high .311 batting average as he hit 12 doubles, three triples, four homers, and 36 RBI.
That settles who will be on the left side of the infield to start the 2025 season. LSU baseball will start its 2025 campaign on Friday, hosting Purdue Fort Wayne. LSU has high hopes as Johnson looks to win his second College World Series title at LSU.
This article originally appeared on LSU Wire: LSU baseball coach reveals change at shortstop and third base
