The walks have created more traffic on the bases, leading to bigger innings and more runs on the board. But throwing strikes won't solve every issue LSU has. It also needs to limit big hits and big innings, a problem it faced Saturday and Sunday against the Longhorns.

Johnson said the uptick in homers has led some SEC coaches to believe the college game should transition to using wooden bats. Johnson is not among them. He argues home runs and high scores have helped the sport become more popular. Abnormally high run totals are a hallmark of the sport and a true differentiator from the professional ranks.

LSU baseball is back for game two of a three game series with Mississippi State. Here's how to watch including time, TV channel, and streaming