
Tennessee Baseball Roster Overhaul Sets Stage for 2027 Season
A look at the players leaving, returning and arriving as the Vols prepare for a pivotal campaign.
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A look at the players leaving, returning and arriving as the Vols prepare for a pivotal campaign.

With the college baseball transfer portal now open, West Virginia University's program is undergoing significant changes, including players leaving, those exhausting eligibility, draft‑eligible talent, and a wave of new transfers and signees.

Zahir Barjam, a highly recruited freshman infielder from Santo Domingo, has entered the transfer portal, prompting West Virginia University to reshape its lineup after several key players announced they will not return.

The University of Tennessee will take part in the Live Like Lou Jax College Baseball Classic in Jacksonville, Florida, from February 26‑28, facing a field that includes Georgia Tech, Cincinnati and Illinois.

The 2026 SEC baseball race concluded with Tennessee and Oklahoma finishing 10th and 11th, a coaching change, and a flurry of player transfers that will shape next season.

Zahir Barjam, a highly recruited freshman infielder from the Dominican Republic, has entered the transfer portal, joining a growing list of WVU players seeking new opportunities as the program rebuilds through the portal.

The 2026 college baseball season concluded with Oklahoma capturing the national title, while Tennessee finished No. 25 in the final Baseball America rankings, highlighted by a late‑season surge, a series win over the champions, and a transfer class that includes five new pitchers.

Zahir Barjam, a highly recruited freshman infielder from Santo Domingo, has entered the transfer portal after a promising debut that helped West Virginia University reach the College World Series. His exit coincides with a wave of roster changes as the Mountaineers seek to replenish talent through the portal, adding new players from programs such as Le Moyne College and Seton Hill University.

The college baseball transfer portal opened on June 1, prompting a wave of movement among West Virginia University players and prospects, many of whom are headed to new programs across the country.

With the transfer portal set to close in just over a week, Tennessee has secured its fourth incoming pitcher, while several seniors have exhausted eligibility and several prospects eye the MLB Draft.

The Mountaineers finished the 2026 campaign with a franchise‑best record, reached the College World Series and are now bolstered by key returnees and a strong recruiting class as they chase a national championship.

UC Irvine transfer left‑handed pitcher Ricky Ojeda has pledged to the University of Tennessee baseball program, bringing a 3‑3 record, 3.77 ERA and 1.13 WHIP from his junior season. His addition marks the fourth transfer this offseason as the Volunteers navigate a wave of portal movement.

Sawyer Deering, a 6‑75 ERA freshman pitcher from Tennessee, has pledged to San Diego State, a program with a storied NCAA Tournament pedigree. His decision coincides with a wave of portal activity that has seen sixteen Volunteers move on, while a handful of teammates announce plans to stay.

Freshman All‑American Wyatt Hanoian, a standout at Air Force, has pledged to join Tennessee’s roster, bringing a .357 career average and positional flexibility.

The West Virginia Mountaineers made history this season by advancing to the College World Series for the first time, hosting a super regional and showcasing a blend of returning stars, draft‑eligible talent and fresh recruits.

Baseball America's 2026 All-American selections highlight Tennessee's newest recruit, a Mercer transfer who excelled both at the plate and on the mound and chose the Volunteers over Georgia and Wake Forest.

Jay Abernathy, a utility player who logged 53 games for Tennessee last season, has pledged to continue his career at Oklahoma. His arrival comes amid a roster overhaul for the Volunteers, who are looking to replace departing outfielders.

Cash Williams, a standout two‑sport athlete from Oklahoma, has pledged to West Virginia after a single season with the Tennessee Volunteers, bringing elite catching talent and athletic versatility to the program.

After two seasons at Tennessee, Jay Abernathy is set to join the Oklahoma Sooners, marking the first SEC‑to‑SEC transfer of the current cycle and adding depth to a program eager for fresh talent.
After a junior season that saw Jay Abernathy hit .236 with three home runs and nine stolen bases, the Tennessee Volunteers’ versatile infielder announced his commitment to the Oklahoma Sooners, marking the first SEC player to transfer within the conference this cycle.

Tyler Myatt, the 2024 NJCAA Player of the Year, is set to rejoin the University of Tennessee baseball program for the 2027 season, bringing a proven bat off the bench after a challenging SEC transition.

After an official visit, left‑hander Brody Trosclair pledged to Tennessee, bringing three years of eligibility, a strong freshman record and a recent surgery recovery to a staff reshaping for the upcoming season.

Cash Williams, a top prospect from Oklahoma, has entered the NCAA transfer portal after a season without game action, looking to continue his development at another program.

A look at the talented pitcher’s recent performance, injury history and the competition he faces from LSU and Arkansas.