LSU coach Paul Mainieri told patrons at his First Pitch Luncheon on Tuesday (May 1) that it was unlikely infielder Josh Smith will be available for the Tigers this weekend because of his back injury.
"I think Josh Smith is going to be out this weekend," Mainieri said when asked about Smith's status.
Smith, who has been dealing with the injury all season, is dealing with muscle soreness and discomfort in the area and it's not believed this current injury will keep him out long term. Mainieri said he's hopeful Smith will be able to return for the home series against Alabama and the road series the following week against Auburn.