Chris Ramirez, a standout shortstop who spent the last two seasons at Cal Baptist, announced his commitment to the University of Tennessee’s baseball program, bringing a blend of offensive firepower and defensive reliability to the Volunteers.
Award‑Winning Sophomore Season
During his sophomore year, Ramirez posted a .389/.452/.575 slash line, smashing seven home runs, driving in 22 doubles and scoring 71 runs, while maintaining a career .970 fielding percentage with only three errors in 2026.
Vols’ Recent Success
Under second‑year head coach Josh Elander, the Volunteers finished the season at 38‑22 overall and went 15‑15 in SEC play, highlighted by series victories over top‑10 opponents and an unprecedented 14‑0 record in midweek games.
Future Goals
Ramirez’s arrival adds depth to a roster that reached the Chapel Hill Regional for the seventh straight season, a streak that underscores the program’s consistent postseason presence. With aspirations of winning a national championship and eventually reaching the major leagues, the shortstop hopes to translate his collegiate success into a platform that showcases his abilities on the national stage.