The Advocate A slow-moving slurve, an 86 mph fastball, LSU pitcher John Valek proving speed isn't all that matters The Advocate Meet LSU's new, slippery No. 3 starter – a position that's rankled coach Paul Mainieri's club for the last two seasons. Valek is far from solidified as the third act behind Poché and Lange, but his two Sunday starts have left pitching coach Alan Dunn ... and more » Continue reading...