Vanderbilt Rallies From 12-Run Deficit, Walks Off LSU in Stunning Ninth-Inning Comeback
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Interstat) — Logan Johnstone hit a two-run, walk-off homer in the bottom of the ninth inning Friday afternoon as Vanderbilt completed an improbable 13-12 comeback victory over LSU after trailing by 12 runs in a Southeastern Conference opener.
The Tigers, who led 12-0 after the top of the second inning, were held scoreless over the final four frames at Ken Dugan Field. Jake Brown had three hits, including a three-run homer, and drove in three for LSU. Derek Curiel added three RBIs.
The Commodores chipped away, scoring 10 runs from the third through fifth innings. Brodie Johnston drove in four runs, including a sacrifice fly in the ninth before Johnstone’s winner. Vanderbilt used two sacrifice flies in the game. LSU fell to 13-6. Vanderbilt improved to 12-7.