Zack Hess' first pitch was a 93-mph fastball driven by Auburn shortstop Will Holland deep over center fielder Zach Watson for a double. The day did not get easier.
Hess struggled the most he has since February, allowing five runs in the first two innings Thursday (May 17) against Auburn.
LSU was never able to come back from the damage as the Tigers lost 11-4 to open a crucial series at No 24. Auburn.
After the lead off double by Holland, Hess walked one batter and hit another to load the bases.