| Good morning, LSU fans! Let's get ready for a full weekend of games and check on an addition to the men's basketball team. Baseball Here's some pertinent information for LSU's game Friday night against Alabama, and check our website for a feature on Ma'Khail Hilliard that will tug at your heartstrings. Softball Before the final regular season series of the year, read up on All-American shortstop Taylor Pleasants' development as a leader. Men's basketball Remember when Matt McMahon needed to refill the entire roster? Well, he's pretty close. LSU added a difference-maker in the post Thursday, and it's another Murray State transfer. In a bit of personal news from us before we go, columnist Scott Rabalais' second grandson was born Thursday. Mom and baby are both doing well, and Rab's still smiling. We hope you are too heading into the weekend. Thanks for reading, The LSU beat team (Sheldn Mickles, Scott Rabalais, Wilson Alexander and Leah Vann) | 