Former LSU pitcher makes impressive statement in Opening Day performance

Fansided | February 14, 2026

Once a big-time Tiger recruit, Cameron Johnson put together a stand-out performance on the mound on Friday.

Aug 28, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, US; East pitcher Cam Johnson (17) during the Perfect Game All-American Classic high school baseball game at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Cameron Johnson came to LSU in 2024 as one of the most highly-touted pitching prospects in all of college baseball. He was ranked as the No. 2 left-handed pitcher and No. 11 overall player in the country for the 2023 recruiting class by Perfect Game.