With the final game of the season in the books, the University of Tennessee baseball program is turning its attention to the transfer portal as a means of reshaping the roster for the upcoming campaign.
Rebuilding the Pitching Staff
The bullpen struggled mightily last year, posting a high ERA and inconsistent late‑game performances, prompting coaches to prioritize experienced relievers who can stabilize the late innings.
The rotation will also see a shake‑up, as weekend starters Evan Blanco and Tegan Kuhns are set to graduate, leaving a sizable void that the staff hopes to fill with multiple proven arms.
Middle‑infield turnover looms as Manny Marin and Blake Grimmer, who anchored the double‑play combination, become eligible for the MLB Draft, opening opportunities for new talent or additional transfers.
Third base has been a position of relative stability in recent years, largely due to the arrival of transfer players, and the coaching staff expects to rely on that strategy again as they hunt for a reliable everyday starter.
Outfield depth appears to be the most intact area, with three veterans set to return, yet the staff still plans to bring in competition to push those players and ensure overall roster flexibility.