Baton Rouge, Louisiana – The echoes of their latest national championship have barely faded from Omaha, and already the individual accolades are pouring in for the LSU Tigers. In a resounding testament to the program’s elite talent and development under Head Coach Jay Johnson, the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) has named an impressive four LSU Tigers to their highly prestigious All-America teams. This quartet of national honorees underscores the exceptional depth and widespread excellence that defined LSU’s championship season, solidifying their reputation as a breeding ground for future professional stars.
Leading the formidable contingent and securing the most coveted recognition as an ABCA First-Team All-American is sophomore left-handed pitching phenom, Kade Anderson. Anderson’s meteoric rise culminated in a truly dominant campaign, highlighted by his selection as the Most Outstanding Player of the 2025 College World Series, where he spearheaded LSU’s charge to their record-extending eighth national title. His remarkable season stat line includes a stellar 12-1 record, a sharp 3.18 ERA, and a nation-leading 180 strikeouts across 119.0 innings pitched. This colossal strikeout total places him third on LSU’s all-time single-season list, a testament to his devastating arsenal and unflappable mound presence. Anderson’s ability to command a fastball that touches the mid-90s with exceptional life, coupled with two distinct, high-spin breaking balls, made him a nightmare for opposing lineups. His complete-game shutout performance in Game 1 of the CWS Finals, where he surrendered just three hits and fanned 10, was a defining moment of the entire tournament and a showcase of his undeniable big-league potential. His continued ascent has firmly positioned him as the projected No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming 2025 MLB Draft, a true generational talent.
Joining Anderson with well-deserved Second-Team All-America honors are three more pivotal Tigers, showcasing the balanced prowess of LSU’s championship-winning squad, from powerful bats to dominant arms.
Junior first baseman Jared Jones earned his Second-Team nod after a powerhouse season at the plate, serving as a consistent and formidable presence in the heart of LSU’s batting order. Jones finished the year with an impressive .323 batting average, punctuated by 15 doubles, a staggering 22 home runs, 76 RBI, and 66 runs scored. His 22 long balls placed him among the nation’s elite power hitters and continued his climb up LSU’s illustrious career home run list, where he now ranks third all-time with 64 career dingers. Jones’s ability to deliver in clutch situations, exemplified by his ninth-inning walk-off single against Arkansas in the College World Series, was critical to many of LSU’s most memorable victories. His recognition as a semifinalist for the prestigious 2025 Dick Howser Trophy further underscores his status as one of the nation’s premier collegiate players.
Another key component of LSU’s pitching staff, junior right-handed pitcher Anthony Eyanson, also garnered Second-Team All-America recognition. Eyanson was a workhorse for the Tigers, compiling a stellar 12-2 record with a sparkling 3.00 ERA over 108.0 innings. His command and strikeout ability were on full display, as he fanned 152 batters on the season, placing him third nationally in total strikeouts and an impressive sixteenth in strikeouts per nine innings (12.67). Eyanson consistently provided quality outings, often setting the tone for LSU’s weekend series and proving to be a reliable arm in high-stakes environments. His strong 6.1-inning performance as the winning pitcher in Game 2 of the CWS Finals was instrumental in securing the national title. Eyanson, like Jones, was a semifinalist for the 2025 National Pitcher of the Year Award, highlighting the depth of LSU’s pitching talent.
Rounding out the remarkable quartet of ABCA All-Americans for LSU is freshman outfielder Derek Curiel, whose immediate and significant impact in his debut collegiate season earned him Second-Team honors. Curiel, a highly touted recruit, not only met but exceeded expectations, leading the Tigers with a team-high .345 batting average. He showcased a complete offensive game, recording 20 doubles, two triples, seven home runs, 55 RBI, and 67 runs scored. Beyond his impressive bat, Curiel’s speed and exceptional defensive prowess in the outfield made him an indispensable asset. He was recognized early in the season as a 2025 Freshman All-America and Freshman All-SEC performer, and his clutch hitting continued into the postseason, earning him a spot on the College World Series All-Tournament Team after a strong showing in Omaha. His phenomenal .571 batting average in the NCAA Super Regional sweep of West Virginia, including a double, a home run, and five RBI, solidified his status as one of the nation’s most impactful true freshmen.
The comprehensive recognition of these four exceptional athletes by the ABCA serves as a powerful testament to the thriving culture and unwavering commitment to excellence within the LSU baseball program. Having a projected No. 1 MLB Draft pick in Kade Anderson leading the way, alongside three more All-Americans representing key positions and crucial contributions, showcases the depth of talent that Head Coach Jay Johnson has not only attracted but also expertly developed. These individual accolades further enhance LSU’s already gleaming reputation, reinforcing their status as the perennial powerhouse of college baseball and signaling a bright, championship-laden future on the Bayou.
