The Unsung Heros of LSU Baseball

Omaha, NE - National attention is nothing new for the LSU Tigers, with standout players in every aspect destined for the big leagues and to be in the biggest show: the MLB. There are some key elements of the team that often go unspoken, such as the hype men in the dugout.

Two players in particular have been at the forefront of it all: Eddie Yamin, a junior from New York, and Cade Arrambide, a freshman from Tomball, TX. During every game that LSU has been at, whether these two athletes have been on the field or in the dugout, the energy they radiate is beyond contagious, and people are taking note.

While their roles on the field may not always fill the stat sheet, their presence in the dugout has been impossible to ignore.

Whether it’s rally caps, timed celebrations, or barking out support between every pitch, Arrambide and Yamin have become part of the emotional heartbeat of this Tiger team, and their impact stretches far beyond the fence.

Yamin, a transfer from Dayton batting with a .342 average and hitting 13 homers in his 2024 season, a fan favorite, has become Arrambide’s partner in crime.

The duo leads everything from celebratory frat flicks timed with Arrambide to creative chants, and the team feeds off it. Even in tense moments, they bring levity and confidence to the dugout, reminding everyone that baseball is supposed to be fun.

“It has been an incredible year, I wouldn’t change any of it anything and I wouldn’t trade any of it, not only to put on this jersey, but to be a part of this fanbase,” said Yamin.

That energy hasn’t gone unnoticed by fans either. During LSU’s run through the College World Series, camera shots of the dugout have frequently landed on Arrambide bouncing on the rail or Yamin pumping up the crowd, igniting cheers that stretch from the field to the bleachers.

Arrambide, the highly-touted freshman from Texas, is known for his cannon arm and massive power potential. But during this postseason run, it’s his voice that’s echoed loudest. From the first pitch to the final out, he’s a constant stream of motivation, yelling encouragement, cracking jokes, and being the first one over the railing after every big play.

“I just love being here with my guys,” Arrambide said. “I’ll lose my voice if that’s what it takes to keep the boys fired up. If you’re not hyped now, when will you be?”

But this isn’t just about fun and games. It’s a culture shift.

Baseball, especially at this level, can be physically and mentally draining. Slumps happen. Pressure builds. And in the quiet between innings, doubt can creep in. That’s where the hype matters most.

“I mean it’s definitely working, so they need to keep doing whatever it is they need to do to keep it going,” says ace pitcher Anthony Eyanson.

In a team loaded with stars and high expectations, it’s often the unseen contributions that make the difference. Arrambide and Yamin have embraced that role, not because they have to, but because they love the brotherhood they have with this team.

“It’s very cliche to say, but we are a family, and I have never been a part of such a close-knit team,” Yamin said. “This team is different. I can go to anyone on the team and talk to them, and the team chemistry is just incredible.”

As LSU heads into the national championship finals, one thing is certain: The Tigers will be loud, they’ll be fired up, and somewhere in that dugout, Cade Arrambide and Eddie Yamin will be leading the charge.

And if you listen closely, you might just hear the sound of a championship brewing.