John Pearson is flashing real power for LSU, with third-base upside and a few rough edges
In the 2026 season, John Pearson has given LSU a promising right-handed bat and a flexible corner-infield/left-field option, including a homer, multiple RBI nights, and a 2-for-4 game with a double and RBI against Oklahoma. He’s described as a physical 6-foot, 235-pound sophomore who has trimmed weight and shown real pop, but his defensive consistency at third base still needs polish. The fit is intriguing: if you want upside, toughness, and middle-of-the-order thump, he’s in the conversation.
