Coastal Carolina's 26-game streak ends - LSU shuts out in MCWS Game 1

LSU's Kade Anderson dominated with a complete game shutout, handing Coastal Carolina their first postseason deficit and halting their 26-game winning streak. This pivotal Game 1 victory sets a dramatic tone for the 2025 Men's College World Series finals at Omaha.

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Coastal Carolina's remarkable 26-game winning streak came to an end as LSU shut them out 1-0 in Game 1 of the College World Series finals at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Nebraska.

The Chanticleers, who had been undefeated in the postseason and led all CWS teams with 24 runs scored, faced their first deficit in the tournament during the top of the second inning.

"Kade Anderson throws a complete game shut out as the Tigers defeat Coastal Carolina 1-0 in game one of the College World Series finals," reported on June 21, 2025. Anderson's dominant pitching included 10 strikeouts on 130 pitches, marking the first complete game shutout in the CWS finals since 2018.

LSU's lone run came early from Steven Milam's RBI single, which scored Derek Curiel and extended Milam's postseason RBI total to 13.

LSU, a seven-time MCWS champion and making its 20th appearance, aims to secure its eighth national title and second in three years. Coastal Carolina, the 2016 national champions, were seeking to add to their lone title but were halted by LSU's pitching prowess.

The best-of-three championship series continues with Game 2 scheduled for Sunday afternoon and Game 3, if necessary, on Monday evening.

This matchup highlights LSU's storied history and Coastal Carolina's rise as a postseason powerhouse, underscored by their 26-game winning streak and dominant season with 56 wins, the most in Division 1.

The College World Series, held annually at Charles Schwab Field Omaha, features eight teams competing in double-elimination brackets before the finals.

As the series progresses, LSU's pitching and timely hitting have set the tone, while Coastal Carolina looks to rebound and extend their historic run.
Sources: TheadvocateUsatoday
Coastal Carolina's 26-game winning streak ended as LSU shut them out 1-0 in Game 1 of the College World Series finals in Omaha. Kade Anderson pitched a complete game shutout with 10 strikeouts, while Steven Milam's RBI single secured LSU's lead in the top of the second inning.
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The Headline

LSU wins Game 1, ending Coastal Carolina's streak

Key Facts
  • Coastal Carolina enters the finals with a 26-game winning streak and has won 56 games this season, the most in Division 1.Yahoo Sports
  • LSU aims for its eighth national title and second in three years in the College World Series finals.Yahoo Sports
  • The finals are scheduled as a best-of-three series on June 21-23 at Charles Schwab Field Omaha.Yahoo SportsNcaa
  • Kade Anderson throws a complete game shutout, leading LSU to a 1-0 victory over Coastal Carolina in Game 1.TheadvocateUsatoday
  • LSU's Milam delivers the crucial RBI single in the first inning of Game 1 to score the only run.TheadvocateUsatoday
  • Coastal Carolina suffers its first deficit in any inning this postseason during Game 1 with LSU leading 1-0 in the top of the second.Usatoday
Heading into this final, Coastal Carolina is in an incredibly unique position: The Chanticleers are on a 26-game winning streak, and have yet to lose in the postseason.
Yahoo Sports
Yahoo Sports
Kade Anderson throws a complete game shut out as the Tigers defeat Coastal Carolina 1-0 in game one of the College World Series finals, Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Neb.
Theadvocate
Theadvocate
Anderson finished with 10 strikeouts on 130 pitches and recorded the first complete game shutout at the College World Series finals since 2018.
Usatoday
Usatoday
LSU, the purple and gold perpetual Mardi Gras of college baseball, is back in Omaha for its 20th appearance and is a seven-time MCWS champion.
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The MCWS will feature two double-elimination brackets with the two winners meeting in a best-of-three championship series.
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Key Stats at a Glance
Coastal Carolina's winning streak
26-game winning streak
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Coastal Carolina's wins this season
56 games
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Context on Coastal Carolina, LSU, and MCWS format

Key Facts
  • The No. 13 Coastal Carolina Chanticleers and No. 6 LSU Tigers are set to take the stage for the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska.Yahoo Sports
  • LSU is making its 20th MCWS appearance and is a seven-time champion.1
  • Coastal Carolina is making its second-ever trip to Omaha, having won the national title in 2016.1
  • The 2025 NCAA Division I baseball tournament began with 64 teams and culminates in the MCWS featuring two double-elimination brackets and a best-of-three championship series.Ncaa
Key Stats at a Glance
LSU's MCWS appearances
20th appearance
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NCAA tournament field size
64-team field
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