LSU sees seven draftees sign contracts as deadline passes, one remains unsigned

After the July 27 signing deadline, seven of LSU's eight drafted players have finalized deals, while pitcher Logan Schmidt has not yet signed.

The two-day MLB Draft ended on July 12, and the signing window closed at 5 p.m. Eastern on July 27. LSU produced eight draftees, and seven have now inked professional contracts, covering positions from outfield to pitching across the first to nineteenth rounds. Bonuses awarded vary widely, with first-round outfielder Derek Curiel receiving $6.2 million and later-round signees earning between $100,000 and $150,000.

Logan Schmidt, selected in the second round, declined the Guardians' offer and remains unsigned, keeping his collegiate eligibility in question. The remaining players have joined organizations such as the Pittsburgh Pirates, Seattle Mariners, Philadelphia Phillies, Toronto Blue Jays, Miami Marlins, New York Mets, and Cleveland Guardians. Their deals reflect a mix of under-slot and at-slot agreements, illustrating the diverse financial strategies teams employed during the draft period.