Tennessee Baseball Climbs to a Potential Two-Seed in the NCAA Tournament
The Vols have surged in the SEC, securing series victories over Alabama and Texas and now eye a top seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament.
May 18, 2026
Person
Josh Elander
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Josh Elander across Baseball.
South Carolina Opens SEC Tournament Against Tennessee
The Gamecocks and Volunteers meet on Tuesday, May 19, at the Hoover Met, with both teams bringing key pitchers, offensive stars and new coaching storylines.
May 18, 2026
Cam Appenzeller Set to Start Tennessee’s SEC Tournament Opener
Tennessee's young arm will take the hill against South Carolina, hoping to translate early promise into tournament performance while the coaching staff weighs rest strategies for key relievers.
May 18, 2026
Freshman Pitcher Cam Appenzeller Set to Lead Tennessee in SEC Tournament Opener
Cam Appenzeller will start Tennessee's first game in the SEC Tournament against South Carolina, bringing a mix of promise and recent turbulence to the mound.
May 18, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Eyes SEC Tournament Run Amid Pitching Concerns
Tennessee opens the SEC Tournament against a struggling South Carolina squad. A win could set up matchups with Arkansas and Texas, while pitching questions linger for the Vols.
May 18, 2026
Vols Lock In Seventh Consecutive NCAA Tournament Spot
Despite early setbacks, Tennessee's offense shines and pitching shows signs of improvement, positioning the Vols for a deep tournament run.
May 18, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Eyes SEC Title After Strong Start
The Vols enter the SEC Tournament as the No. 10 seed after a series win at Oklahoma, with a favorable path that could see them face Arkansas, Texas, and either Auburn or Texas A&M. Coach Josh Elander must navigate short-rest arms while the health of starter Landon Mack remains in question, but a higher NCAA seed promises a lighter regional bracket and a chance to host a super regional.
May 18, 2026
SEC Baseball Regular Season Concludes as Tennessee Eyes Tournament Run
The 2026 SEC baseball season ended on May 16 with Tennessee posting a 37-19 record. Coach Josh Elander's squad will open the SEC Tournament on May 21 in Hoover, Alabama, against South Carolina, with a potential matchup against Arkansas looming. The NCAA bracket will be released on May 25.
May 17, 2026
Tennessee Secures 10th Seed as SEC Tournament Looms
The 2026 SEC baseball regular season concluded on May 16, setting the stage for tournament play and the upcoming NCAA bracket reveal.
May 17, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Secures Series Win Over Oklahoma Ahead of SEC Tournament
Tennessee baseball clinched a series win against Oklahoma, with standout performances from Evan Blanco and a resilient offense, setting the stage for the SEC tournament in Hoover, Alabama.
May 17, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Secures Consecutive SEC Series Wins Ahead of SEC Tournament
The Tennessee Vols baseball team rallied against Oklahoma, clinching a series victory and marking their first back-to-back SEC series wins of the season. Key performances from Levi Clark and Landon Mack, coupled with a looming showdown against South Carolina, position the team for a deep tournament run.
May 17, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Secures Series Win Over Oklahoma, Eyes SEC Tournament
Tennessee clinches a 2‑1 series victory over Oklahoma despite a late loss in Game 3, highlighted by Levi Clark's 27 RBIs and Landon Mack's absence, while gearing up for the SEC Tournament.
May 17, 2026
Tennessee Secures Top Seed for SEC Baseball Tournament
With a 37‑19 record and the No. 10 seed, Tennessee opens the SEC tournament against South Carolina, a team it swept earlier this season, while eyeing a potential clash with Arkansas.
May 17, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Closes Regular Season with Series Split Against Oklahoma
Tennessee finished the regular season at 36‑19 after a split with Oklahoma, with Coach Josh Elander praising the team's resilient offense and highlighting areas for improvement before the SEC Tournament.
May 16, 2026
Landon Mack Sidelined for Saturday Showdown as Vols Pursue SEC Tournament Momentum
Tennessee’s ace pitcher Landon Mack will miss Saturday’s game against Oklahoma, prompting coach Josh Elander to discuss a cautious recovery plan and the emergence of younger arms in the rotation.
May 16, 2026
Freshman Chandler Day Gets Start in Tennessee’s Finale Against Oklahoma
Tennessee will rely on freshman right‑hander Chandler Day for the series finale against Oklahoma, while veteran Landon Mack battles arm soreness that could affect his SEC tournament participation.
May 16, 2026
Freshman Chandler Day to Make Start as Tennessee Faces Oklahoma
Tennessee will turn to freshman right-hander Chandler Day for the upcoming showdown against Oklahoma, after veteran Landon Mack was ruled out with arm soreness. Day’s recent performances and family baseball pedigree add intrigue to the matchup.
May 16, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Secures Series Win Over Oklahoma Despite Weather Delay
A rain‑delayed contest saw the Volunteers overcome a 3‑0 hole, powered by strong pitching from Evan Blanco and timely hitting from Trent Grindlinger and Henry Ford.
May 16, 2026
Tennessee’s Pitching Setback and Marin’s Surge Ahead of Oklahoma Finale
The Vols face a weather‑delayed final game against Oklahoma, missing their ace pitcher but seeing strong performances from key batters.
May 16, 2026
Landon Mack sidelined for second straight start as Tennessee eyes Oklahoma showdown
Tennessee’s pitching staff faces a short‑term setback as right‑hander Landon Mack sits out a second consecutive start, prompting the team to search for a replacement ahead of a crucial matchup with Oklahoma.
May 16, 2026
Landon Mack sidelined for Tennessee’s crucial matchup with Oklahoma
Tennessee baseball will be without ace Landon Mack for the second straight start against Oklahoma, raising questions about the lineup as the SEC Tournament looms.
May 16, 2026
SEC Baseball Series Suspended by Weather, Set to Resume Saturday
Rain forced a pause in the Tennessee-Oklahoma SEC baseball matchup, with play scheduled to restart Saturday at 2 p.m. ET. The Vols overcame an early three-run hole to take control, while key performances from several players hint at an exciting conclusion.
May 16, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Eyes Series Victory Over Oklahoma in Game 2
Tennessee looks to clinch the series against Oklahoma in Game 2 at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, riding a 9‑7 win from the opener and a strong pitching performance.
May 16, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Stuns Oklahoma in 9-7 Comeback Victory
Tennessee overcame a three-run hole to beat Oklahoma 9-7, with Coach Josh Elander highlighting the team's gritty effort and timely hitting.
May 15, 2026