LSU's Derek Curiel Named Midseason Freshman Of The Year By Perfect Game

by Staff Reporter

April 2, 20255 Comments

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LSU freshman outfielder Derek Curiel was named Midseason Freshman of the Year by Perfect Game on Wednesday.

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Midseason Freshman of the Year

Derek Curiel – OF – LSU

Ranked by Perfect Game as the No. 1 Top 75 Freshman for the 2025 season, Curiel has somehow surpassed all expectations. Leading the Tigers in batting average at .408, runs scored with 38 and on-base percentage at .555, he has been the sparkplug for their explosive offense. He uses the big part of the field, driving the ball gap-to-gap on his way to 9 doubles, 2 triples, 3 home runs and 24 runs batted in. Adding significant physicality to his 6-2 frame, he now weighs 182 pounds, and the results have been him doing more damage with the stick. While it would be anticipated that his performance may take a hit once the challenge of SEC play began, Curiel continues to lead LSU in most offensive categories in league plays. In 9 conference starts, he is slashing .371/.629/.500 with a double, triple, 2 home runs and with 7 RBIs and a team leading 11 runs scored. The Tigers are an elite team with their sights on Omaha and with Curiel producing like he is, they would be a pretty safe bet to reach the promised land.

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