Louisiana Baseball Retires Jersey of Former Catcher Jonathan Lucroy

Abdul Abusada • May 2, 2026

For just the third time in Louisiana baseball’s 124-year history, a jersey number has been retired and put up on the centerfield wall at M.L. ‘Tigue’ Moore Field (Russo Park). A pregame ceremony was held earlier today by Louisiana Athletics prior to the start of their series against Georgia State to commemorate Jonathan Lucroy, former catcher who had a tremendous and record-breaking career for the Cajuns.

Lucroy spent all three seasons (2005-2007) of his collegiate career playing for the Cajuns. In his freshman year, he was one of three catchers, the other two being seniors. However, his talent eventually helped promote him to the designated hitter position late in the season. He started for the Cajuns his 2006 and 2007 seasons as catcher before being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the third round of the 2007 MLB Draft.




While Lucroy in his speech today didn’t believe he belonged on the centerfield wall, his stats for the Cajuns say otherwise. Lucroy set a school records in career runs batted in (RBI) with 182, total bases with 414, and doubles with 54. He also finished his career with a .356 batting average, as well as top 5 in hits, home runs, and slugging percentage. Lucroy also earned Freshman All-American honors in 2005, twice earned All-Sun Belt honors, and was inducted into the UL Hall of Fame in 2017. He will also be inducted into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame later this year.

It is not often that players get their jersey numbers retired, but Jonathan Lucroy deserved it, and will now forever have his name visible in front of every fan who visits The ‘Tigue,’ along with former pitcher Ron Guidry and former head coach Tony Robichaux. Following the ceremony, UL defeated Georgia State 14-1 in 7 innings in the first doubleheader game, then 5-1 in the second game to cap off the celebratory day. A full video of the ceremony can be found on Cajun Sports Talk's TikTok page.

Abdul Abusada is a founding member of Cajun Sports Talk, covering the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns for The Kneaux. Follow Cajun Sports Talk at @CajunSportsTalk on TikTok.

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Transfer Portal Spotlight: Ryan Mickow

By Patrick Harkness • July 31, 2026
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Ryan Mickow- BC 
Ryan Mickow fits Tulane as a 6’7”, 317-pound versatile offensive tackle with proven ACC experience at both right and left tackle, elite length/leverage, and immediate starting potential who anchors a revamped offensive line needing size, physicality, and competition after multiple key departures. 
He’s a redshirt junior transfer from Boston College (ACC) who committed on January 9, 2026, via the portal (entered January 5). A three-star high school recruit out of powerhouse St. Thomas Aquinas (Fort Lauderdale, FL), he has two years of eligibility remaining (#58). 
Athletic Profile and Scheme Fit: Tulane’s offense (under head coach Will Hall and OL coach Cody Kennedy) demands tackles who can handle both run-blocking in the trenches and pass protection on the edge in their system. Mickow is a natural fit as the new right tackle. 
• Size and length: Massive 6’7”/317 frame with long arms and a strong base that creates natural leverage and mismatches against edge rushers, ideal for dominating at the point of attack and sealing the edge in Tulane’s run game. 
• Versatility and experience: Played both RT and LT at BC, plus extra OL packages. Proven special teams contributor (field goal/PAT protection). Shows football IQ and adaptability in a Power-conference environment, exactly what Tulane targeted to stabilize the line. 
• Physicality and intangibles: High school multi-positional OL (LT/RT/C) experience on back-to-back state title teams demonstrates technique and toughness. National Honor Society member who brings leadership and smarts to the room. #RollWave Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X
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Class of 2026 Spotlight: 
Jordyn Crites

By Patrick Harkness • July 31, 2026
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Jordyn Crites- @JordynCrites26 6-7/274 Friendswood, TX 
Jordyn Crites is a towering defensive lineman from Friendswood High School in Friendswood, Texas, class of 2026. 
Standing at 6-7 and weighing 274 pounds, Crites combines exceptional length with athleticism, making him a disruptive force on the edge or interior. 
He signed with Tulane on December 3, 2025, after committing on June 14, 2025, choosing the Green Wave over 16 FBS offers, including Power 4 programs like Baylor, TCU, Oregon State, Texas Tech, and others such as Coastal Carolina, Louisiana, North Texas, Rice, San Diego State, Tulsa, UNLV, and UTEP. 
Crites transferred to Friendswood after attending Edmond Memorial in Oklahoma for his freshman and sophomore years, where he began building his profile. 
He also played tight end, showcasing versatility, but his future is on defense. Crites was noted as a “riser” in recruiting circles. 
His recruitment heated up with official visits to TCU, Tulane, and Baylor in June 2025. Crites was praised for his potential as one of the top defensive linemen from Texas, with Power 4 interest. 
Scouting Report: 
Frame and Length: Enormous wingspan and height make him a mismatch nightmare, allowing him to disrupt passing lanes and engulf ball carriers. His reach helps in shedding blocks and maintaining leverage. 
Power and Hand Usage: Violent, heavy hands at the point of attack; primary move is a pure power rush that overwhelms offensive linemen. He can swim and dodge as counters, showing developing technique. 
Athleticism and Bend: Exceptional bend for his size, allowing him to break down in the backfield and pursue with speed. His 4.8 40 and vertical translate to explosive get-off and closing burst. 
Motor and Production: High-motor player who lives in the backfield, generating sacks, hurries, and numerous tackles for loss (TFLs). Effective against both run and pass, with a dynamic presence that wrecks games. 
Versatility and Upside: Two-way experience (DE/TE), with unreal potential due to size, power, and athleticism. He’s come into his own recently, suggesting continued growth. 
Intangibles: Strong academics, track background, and resilience shown in transferring schools. #RollWave Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X
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