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After a standout 2026 campaign, pitcher Blake Grimmer decided to withdraw from the MLB draft and remain with the University of Tennessee Volunteers, aiming to lead the team toward a national title in 2027.
Tennessee baseball coach Josh Elander prepares for his second season, highlighting a top‑ranked freshman class led by shortstop Cole Koeninger and the program’s development focus.
Head coach Josh Elander discusses the impact of six Volunteers drafted, the emergence of top prospects, and the team's focus on chemistry and facility upgrades for the upcoming season.
The NCAA has formally closed the investigation that lingered for four years over the recruitment of a Kansas shortstop by former Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello, now manager of the San Francisco Giants, imposing a three-game suspension and recruiting restrictions.
The Vols' incoming transfer class has been ranked among the nation’s best, featuring top‑10 prospects from Baseball America and multiple players on ESPN’s top‑60 list, setting the stage for a competitive 2026 campaign.
The Volunteers have secured a core group of drafted players, including left‑hander Jake McCoy and center‑fielder Andrew Duncan, while adding top freshmen prospects that position the team as a national contender for the upcoming season.
The Volunteers have secured a core group of drafted talent and added high‑profile transfers, positioning the program as a national contender.
Kaiden McCarthy, a highly ranked right-handed pitcher from Vermont, inked a $2.5 million bonus with the Atlanta Braves after being selected in the second round of the 2026 MLB Draft.
The NCAA has cleared an automated strike‑zone system for college baseball after a successful SEC Tournament trial, but the exact rules for the 2027 season are still being worked out.
Trevor Condon, the nation's No. 13 recruit and Georgia's premier talent, inks a $5.16 million deal with the St. Louis Cardinals, highlighting a strategic bonus structure and continuing Tennessee's elite draft streak.
Tennessee climbs to third in the 64analytics national transfer rankings, driven by top‑ranked infielders and a deep pitching staff.
Analysts forecast a competitive field for the 2027 NCAA baseball championship, highlighting eight teams with strong rosters, key transfers and promising talent.
Luke Bonfield, who helped Tennessee capture a national championship, is set to bring his experience to Georgia, where the Bulldogs are preparing for another deep postseason run.
The 2026 MLB Draft saw four members of Tennessee’s prep signing class selected by professional teams, with each player agreeing to a signing bonus that matches or exceeds the slot value assigned to their pick.
Jack Dugan, a highly ranked high school shortstop, decided to play for the University of Tennessee, turning down the MLB Draft and joining a Volunteers team that just completed a breakout season.
Gary Morse, a 6-foot-8 pitcher from Orange Lutheran High School, has decided to sign with the University of Tennessee instead of entering the MLB Draft, highlighting a trend among top prospects to develop at the collegiate level
AJ Curry, a No. 48 recruit by Perfect Game, decides to play for the University of Tennessee next spring instead of entering the 2026 MLB Draft, joining a Volunteers team that finished 38‑22 and earned a seventh straight postseason berth.
The opening round of the 2026 MLB draft in Philadelphia saw former Tennessee pitcher Tegan Kuhns selected 32nd overall by the St. Louis Cardinals, the only Vol chosen in the first round.
Highly touted catcher Sean Dunlap signs with Tennessee, bolstering a roster that finished 38‑22 and earned notable SEC victories.
Shawn Sullivan, a top-ranked right-handed pitcher, chose Tennessee over the MLB Draft, turning down a projected slot and a prior commitment to Alabama, as the Volunteers’ record-setting season under Coach Josh Elander reaches its climax.
Recent signings and draft outcomes highlight a shifting landscape for the Volunteers' 2026 roster.
Tegan Kuhns, a 21‑year‑old right‑handed pitcher from Tennessee, was selected 32nd overall by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 2026 MLB Draft, sparking optimism about his potential to anchor a future rotation.
Kaiden McCarthy, a 6‑foot‑3 right‑handed pitcher from Chester, Vermont, became the first high school player from his state to be chosen in the top two rounds of the 2026 MLB Draft, earning a $2.08 million slot value and pledging to the Tennessee Volunteers.
A Pennsylvania native and former Tennessee Volunteer, Tegan Kuhns, was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the opening round of the 2026 MLB draft, capping a standout collegiate career.