As LSU preps for Tennessee at the College World Series, here’s what you need to know today

LSU enjoyed another restful day, except for right-hander Paul Skenes, who was dressed in a suit and tie for the annual Dick Howser Trophy presentation. He was joined by his parents and former Tiger Eddy Furniss, who is the only other player from LSU to receive the honor.

But still, the Tigers haven’t played since Sunday, which makes this the longest gap of rest they’ve had all season. 

“We’ve had a good flow of preparation in the postseason, a lot of guys have played a lot of innings for us, so for them to just get their legs underneath them, get some sleep, relax their mind a little bit was a really positive thing,” LSU coach Jay Johnson said.

The Tigers begin their quest for a seventh national championship with a game against Tennessee on Saturday, the second day of the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska.

Here’s everything you need to catch up:

What’s coming up today in Omaha?

The Tigers don’t play on the first day of the College World Series. Their first game is at 6 p.m. Saturday in Omaha against Tennessee. ESPN will televise the game.

LSU team itinerary:

The Tigers held an open practice at Noon at University of Nebraska-Omaha. Some Tigers had strength and conditioning training afterwards, including Paul Skenes, who was doing squats with strength coach Derek Groomer at 3 p.m. Players were free to go to the field to get their bearings and watch the first few games in the evening. They’ll have a 9 p.m. team meeting to plan out game day. 

Elsewhere at the College World Series:

TCU fell to Oral Roberts, 6-5, in game one of the College World Series. The Horned Frogs will face the loser of the Florida-UVA game, which is slated for 6 p.m. CT. on ESPN/ESPN+.