Roster reshaping through the portal
Tennessee baseball is using the transfer portal to rebuild its roster for the 2026 season after a mass exodus that saw fifteen players depart and only two newcomers arrive.
The coaching staff has identified relief pitching, outfield depth and middle‑infield stability as the most pressing needs, and they are hunting for right‑handed power arms to anchor the bullpen.
Targeting relief arms and outfield depth
At the same time, the team is looking to add several outfielders, partly because several current outfielders have entered the portal, leaving a gap that Blaine Brown, a junior returning for his third year, is expected to help fill.
The shortstop position remains unsettled, with the staff still evaluating options, including a potential Air Force transfer named Wyatt Hanoian who is being considered for the second‑base role.
Seeking a starting‑experienced pitcher
Adding a pitcher who has already logged starting experience is also on the agenda, as the Vols aim to solidify a rotation that can handle the rigors of a full season.