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Manny Marin, Tennessee's sophomore shortstop, has entered the transfer portal and is eligible for the MLB draft in July. His exit leaves a clear void at shortstop, prompting the Volunteers to consider returning players and highly ranked freshmen for the upcoming season.
A look at the talented pitcher’s recent performance, injury history and the competition he faces from LSU and Arkansas.
Recent moves in the Tennessee Volunteers baseball roster reveal a blend of departures and commitments as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
Nic Abraham will be back for his junior year, bringing a mix of solid midweek performances and hard‑earned SEC experience to a Tennessee team seeking stability after a disappointing tournament exit.
After two seasons at Tennessee, utility player Jay Abernathy is heading for the transfer portal, leaving the Volunteers to navigate a reshaped lineup as they aim to rebound from a disappointing postseason.
Freshman catcher Cash Williams has entered the NCAA transfer portal, joining a wave of departures that could see the Vols lose one or two catchers this offseason. With top prospect Sean Dunlap already committed, the program is reconfiguring its catching depth.
Seven Tennessee baseball players entered the transfer portal on its first day, each with distinct collegiate experiences and performance records.
After a standout freshman campaign at San Diego State, infielder Finley Bates logged just 12 at-bats for Tennessee before deciding to pursue a transfer, a move that underscores the shifting dynamics of college baseball.
After a single season, infielders Ethan Moore and Finley Bates have opted to transfer, exposing vulnerabilities in the Volunteers’ middle infield and setting the stage for a busy offseason.
A loss to VCU ends a five‑year regional winning streak, prompting a wave of departures and a push to develop younger talent.