Arkansas, LSU Open College World Series in Omaha

The 2025 College World Series opens with a highly anticipated primetime matchup between the Arkansas Razorbacks and the LSU Tigers at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha. Arkansas, seeded No. 3 nationally, will start ace left-hander Zach Root, while LSU, the reigning 2023 national champions and No. 6 seed, will counter with lefty Kade Anderson, a top MLB draft prospect and one of the nation's leading strikeout pitchers. Both teams come from the competitive Southeastern Conference and have strong pitching staffs, with LSU's coach Jay Johnson praising Arkansas' depth and talent on the mound. Arkansas enters the series undefeated in postseason play this year and is the highest-seeded team remaining, while LSU aims to capture another championship with a battle-tested roster. The winner will face the victor of the UCLA vs. Murray State game, while the losers will compete in an elimination game. Additionally, Arizona begins its 19th College World Series appearance against Coastal Carolina, aiming to build on past success under head coach Chip Hale and junior slugger Mason White's offensive leadership.