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Former Florida 2B with 43 Career Home Runs Commits to LSU
Kurland, a Freshman All-American in 2023, hit 17 home runs that season and could add veteran power to an LSU infield facing turnover.
- On Thursday, Florida senior second baseman Cade Kurland announced his transfer to LSU baseball, joining the program with one year of eligibility remaining after sitting out 2025 due to shoulder injury.
- Injuries hampered Kurland's recent seasons, including a 2025 shoulder surgery that limited him to 14 games, though the former Freshman All-American hit.279 with nine home runs this year.
- LSU added Kurland as their fourth transfer, joining Gonzaga pitcher Landon Hood, Texas State shortstop Dawson Park, and Notre Dame outfielder Bino Watters. The Tigers' offense was "inconsistent in 2026, so they" hope Kurland provides stability.
- While committed to the Tigers, Kurland remains draft-eligible and may explore professional baseball opportunities, creating uncertainty about his arrival. His potential presence would stabilize an LSU lineup seeking replacements for three-year starter Steven Milam at shortstop.
- The LSU program aims to stabilize its infield for the 2027 season, which currently features openings at second and third base. Officials will monitor the MLB draft process to determine if Kurland ultimately joins the roster.
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Cade Kurland Leaves Florida Baseball for SEC Rival LSU – WRUF 98.1 FM
Less than one week after entering the transfer portal, Florida second baseman Cade Kurland committed to an SEC rival Thursday night, he announced on Instagram. Kurland will play for LSU with one more year of eligibility after sitting out in 2025 due to a shoulder injury. The move comes after the Gators missed out on Super Regional play for the second straight year. The Tampa native made it to Omaha twice, with Florida losing to the Tigers in t…
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