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LSU Baseball Adds SEC Shortstop From Transfer Portal

The Tigers bring in South Carolina's Michael Braswell, Tigers already attacking the portal.

Zack Nagy

The 2023 season is winding down as the LSU Tigers prepare for their College World Series opener against Tennessee on Saturday, but that hasn’t stopped Head Coach Jay Johnson from diving into the NCAA Transfer Portal.

On Thursday, the Tigers reeled in their first transfer in South Carolina infielder Michael Braswell.

Just days after entering the portal, Braswell revealed his transfer destination, taking his talents to Baton Rouge and joining the LSU program.

“Blessed to say I will be continuing my baseball career at Louisiana State University,” Braswell tweeted. “GEAUX TIGERS!!!!!!”

A high-profile transfer, Braswell started 54 games at shortstop as a freshman in 2022 for the Gamecocks while hitting .289 in his first season. Along with an infield role, Braswell saw a few innings on the mound in relief towards the end of his freshman campaign.

In his career with South Carolina, Braswell hit .255/.372/.353 in 153 at-bats. A guy who isn’t known for his power, his development will be crucial once arriving in Baton Rouge. With the Tigers’ player development staff, it could be a match made in heaven for Braswell as he continues reaching his full potential. 

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Zack Nagy
ZACK NAGY

Zack Nagy is the Managing Editor and Publisher of LSU Country, a Sports Illustrated Publication. Nagy has covered Tiger Football, Basketball, Baseball and Recruiting, looking to keep readers updated on anything and everything involving LSU athletics. 

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