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The Volunteers begin their NCAA tournament journey in Chapel Hill, facing East Carolina as the two‑seed, with Blanco on the mound and Reese Chapman available for the lineup.
The Volunteers will rely on sophomore left‑hander Evan Blanco to lead the charge in the first game of their regional tournament, with a potential rotation shift looming if they secure a win.
The Volunteers open their NCAA Tournament run against East Carolina in Chapel Hill, with senior pitcher Evan Blanco leading the charge on the mound.
The Volunteers, ranked No. 25, will face the Pirates on May 29 at Boshamer Stadium. Coach Josh Elander praises Blanco's maturity, while Reese Chapman returns from injury.
Evan Blanco will start for Tennessee against East Carolina in the NCAA Baseball Tournament's Chapel Hill Regional on Friday, while Ryan Towers, a 3.04 ERA pitcher, anchors the Pirates' rotation.
The 2026 NCAA baseball tournament field is now set, and the Chapel Hill Regional promises a fierce battle among four historic programs. North Carolina enters as the fifth overall seed and will enjoy home‑field advantage while confronting a lineup that includes the Tennessee Volunteers, East Carolina Pirates and VCU Rams.
The Vols enter the Chapel Hill Regional as the No. 2 seed, aiming to extend a five‑year streak of regional titles. Their path hinges on a young rotation and a showdown with a North Carolina staff that boasts national‑top ERA numbers.
The Volunteers will meet the Razorbacks in the second round of the SEC Tournament, with pitching ace Evan Blanco leading the charge. A victory could set up a showdown against the Texas Longhorns.
Arkansas defeated Tennessee 8-4 in the SEC tournament, with Tennessee set to learn its NCAA Tournament fate on May 25.
Tennessee’s recent SEC stretch revealed a pattern of falling behind early, with only two first-inning victories in nine games, raising concerns about their ability to compete in a tight regional tournament.
Despite a potent lineup and late‑game resilience, Tennessee’s recent SEC loss to Arkansas exposed a troubling pattern of early deficits, prompting coach Josh Elander to stress the need for a strong start as the Vols eye the NCAA Tournament.
Arkansas beat Tennessee 8‑4 in the SEC tournament, with Blanco lasting just three innings. Tennessee now looks ahead to the NCAA Tournament, whose bracket will be released on May 25.
Arkansas erupted early, capitalizing on a four‑run opening frame and never looked back, securing a decisive win that sets up a coveted matchup against the Longhorns.
Tennessee will face Arkansas in the SEC Tournament second round on May 20, with senior Evan Blanco set to start and Arkansas holding an early 8‑3 lead.
Fresh off an 11-6 victory over South Carolina, Tennessee will meet Arkansas in the second round of the SEC Tournament, hoping a potent offense and a healthy lineup can carry them past the Razorbacks and into a matchup with Texas.
Tennessee’s baseball team, led by new head coach Josh Elander, prepares to face Arkansas in the second round of the SEC Tournament, relying on strong pitching and recent home‑run performances to chase a title.
Tennessee’s recent victory over South Carolina sets up a high‑stakes rematch with Arkansas, featuring key pitching matchups and a 50% chance of rain in Hoover, Alabama.
A freshman pitching sensation shines in a tight win over South Carolina, while the Vols prepare for challenging games against Arkansas and Texas.
A preview of the Volunteers' matchup with the Razorbacks, highlighting pitching rotations, rest days, and broadcast details.
The Razorbacks and Volunteers meet in a pivotal SEC Tournament game, with broadcast details, weather outlook and pitching matchups highlighted.
Tennessee will meet Arkansas in the SEC Tournament on Wednesday evening, with coach Josh Elander tabbing Evan Blanco as the starter after a heavy recent workload.
Freshman right-hander Cam Appenzeller delivered a strong five-inning start against South Carolina, helping Tennessee secure an 11-6 win. Coach Josh Elander sees him as a key piece for the Vols as they head into the NCAA Tournament, with senior Evan Blanco set to start against Arkansas.
The SEC Tournament features a marquee matchup as Tennessee's young head coach Josh Elander confronts his former mentor Dave Van Horn, highlighting a narrative of mentorship, legacy and national championship pedigree.
Tennessee’s ace Evan Blanco will take the mound against Arkansas in the second round of the SEC Tournament, seeking to build on a strong season and the Vols’ historic run of titles.