LSU Hires Jay Johnson

Kendall Rogers on Twitter: "BREAKING: @LSUbaseball has hired @ArizonaBaseball’s Jay Johnson as its next head coach, sources told @d1baseball. Johnson led #Arizona to two @NCAACWS appearance in six seasons with the program. #LSU #GeauxTigers https://t.co/MSW3nQZ2jN https://t.co/WKg0xqJuLS" / Twitter

 

I guess thats ok as long as pawl is gone. Has to be better by default

 

He needs to bring his highly acclaimed pitching coach with him. It's rumored he's going to A&M. Johnson has a reputation as a hitting coach.

 

Need good staff. Think this dude will find a pitching coach. Woodward will pay.

 

Best thing about this guy ?
He ain’t Manieri

 

there’s a good article in the athletic about the search

 

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Jay Johnson signed a contract with LSU through the 2026 season, according to a term sheet. Johnson’s annual salary will start at $1.2 million and rise to $1.4 by the end of the deal, which includes additional incentives

 

Thanks Kcal, do we know anything about staff?

 

I haven’t seen anything definite. Will probably hear more Monday

I’ve read on td that the former Aggie hc is high on the pitching coach wish list

 

More details on Johnson's contract.
New LSU baseball coach Jay Johnson to get five-year contract; see details, incentives here | LSU | theadvocate.com