William Schmidt is becoming LSU’s big-game righty
In the 2026 season, Schmidt gave LSU 13 weekend starts, 64.0 innings, 85 strikeouts, and a 4.22 ERA, showing the kind of frontline workload Tigers fans love to see from a homegrown arm[1][7]. His calling card is swing-and-miss stuff and competitive poise: he’s been praised for dominating stretches like a 7.1-inning, 9-K gem against Dartmouth and for handling the SEC grind as a sophomore[4][8]. The only real watch-out is command and occasional health friction, including back tightness earlier in 2026, but the upside is obvious—he looks like a tough, high-ceiling fit for any staff that values power, resilience, and Friday-night swagger[6][11].
