Three LSU Tigers named All-America by Baseball America
BREAKING: Three LSU Tigers Named Baseball America All-Americans — Nation’s Top Honors Shine on Baton Rouge Stars
BATON ROUGE, La. — The legacy of excellence at LSU Baseball continues to flourish as three Tigers have been named All-Americans by Baseball America, one of the most respected publications in college baseball. The prestigious recognition caps off a strong individual and team campaign and affirms the Tigers’ place among the sport’s elite programs.
The honorees include:
- Tommy White – 1B – First Team All-American
- Luke Holman – RHP – Second Team All-American
- Paxton Kling – OF – Third Team All-American
With these selections, LSU remains among the top programs nationally for producing high-impact talent and further cements its reputation as a pipeline to Major League Baseball and perennial College World Series contender.
🥇 Tommy “Tanks” White – First Team All-American (1B)
Stats:
- .368 BA | 22 HR | 73 RBI | 1.187 OPS
- SEC Leader in Extra-Base Hits
One of the most feared hitters in the nation, Tommy White lived up to his nickname “Tanks” in 2025, launching 22 home runs and delivering clutch hit after clutch hit throughout the Tigers’ SEC slate and NCAA Tournament run. The junior first baseman was a cornerstone of LSU’s offense and showcased a more polished all-around approach, improving his walk rate and showing better discipline at the plate.
White’s bat speed, raw power, and leadership made him a no-brainer First Team selection. Scouts view him as a first-round MLB Draft lock, and Baseball America praised his “professional readiness and elite offensive profile.”
🥈 Luke Holman – Second Team All-American (RHP)
Stats:
- 10–2 Record | 2.94 ERA | 104.2 IP | 119 K | 0.97 WHIP
The Tigers’ Friday night ace, Luke Holman, was one of the SEC’s most dominant pitchers in 2025. The transfer from Alabama blossomed into a true workhorse in Baton Rouge, giving LSU consistent deep starts, elite strikeout numbers, and veteran poise in high-pressure matchups.
Holman’s fastball/slider/changeup combo frustrated hitters all season long, and his command was as sharp as anyone in the conference. Baseball America noted his “resilience, polish, and elite tempo” in awarding him Second Team honors. His performance has vaulted him into Day 1 conversations for the 2025 MLB Draft.
🥉 Paxton Kling – Third Team All-American (OF)
Stats:
- .341 BA | 15 HR | 31 SB | .426 OBP | .985 FLD%
A breakout star in 2025, Paxton Kling emerged as one of the best two-way outfielders in college baseball. The sophomore combined elite speed, gap-to-gap power, and Gold Glove-caliber defense to become a dynamic weapon in Jay Johnson’s lineup.
He ranked in the top five in the SEC in stolen bases and runs scored while also delivering in key postseason moments. His instincts on the basepaths and in center field drew praise from Baseball America, who highlighted Kling’s “game-changing athleticism and evolving power profile.”
LSU’s Continued Tradition of All-American Excellence
The 2025 recognition marks the third consecutive season that multiple LSU players have earned All-American honors, reflecting Jay Johnson’s sustained success in both development and recruiting. In fact, LSU has now produced double-digit All-Americans in the last five years across multiple national outlets.
Coach Johnson reacted to the news with pride:
“These guys represent everything we want LSU Baseball to be about — talent, work ethic, and competitiveness. Tommy, Luke, and Paxton earned this through how they show up every day, and they’ve made this program and fanbase proud.”
With White and Holman likely headed for pro ball, and Kling still eligible to return, the Tigers face some key decisions in the offseason. But their ability to develop and attract elite-level talent suggests they’re well-positioned to remain at the top of the college baseball landscape.
LSU’s incoming class — which includes Omar Serna (C/1B), Tyler James (LHP), and Danny Lachenmayer (LHP transfer from NDSU) — will be expected to step in immediately and uphold the standard.
With three All-American selections, LSU once again affirms its place among the blue bloods of college baseball. White, Holman, and Kling exemplify the Tiger tradition: elite talent, relentless effort, and a hunger for championships.
Congratulations to the 2025 Baseball America All-Americans — Forever LSU.
