Tennessee Volunteers See Massive Player Exodus in Offseason
A look at the 18 Tennessee baseball players who entered the transfer portal, where they are headed, and what it means for the program.
Aug 13, 2026
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Tennessee Baseball Secures 11 Transfer Commitments Amid MLB Draft Prospects
The University of Tennessee's baseball program has locked in eleven new transfer athletes, a move that could reshape the roster ahead of the upcoming season. While the commitments signal a bold recruiting push, several of the newcomers are also projected to hear their names called in the MLB draft.
Jul 10, 2026
Venezuelan Infielder Mario Trivella Commits to Tennessee Baseball
Mario Trivella, a junior college transfer with a strong power-speed combo, pledged to the University of Tennessee, bringing two years of eligibility and a track record of 15 home runs and 50 RBIs.
Jul 9, 2026
Four Tennessee Baseball Players Commit to Jacksonville State for 2027 Season
Four Volunteer standouts have pledged to continue their careers at Jacksonville State, joining a program in transition under new head coach Travis Creel.
Jul 8, 2026
Chris Ramirez Commits to Tennessee Baseball, Bolstering Infield for Upcoming Season
Chris Ramirez, a rising junior from Corona, California, has pledged to Tennessee baseball, bringing his .389 career average and defensive prowess to the Volunteers' roster.
Jul 6, 2026
Tennessee Baseball’s Transfer Portal Shuffle: Key Departures and Emerging Talent
The Vols have seen a wave of transfers, with standout sophomore Manny Marin and reliable pitcher Nic Abraham exiting, while prospects like Taylor Tracey and Hunter High remain central to the roster.
Jul 4, 2026
18 Tennessee Baseball Players Head to Transfer Portal After 2026 Season
Eighteen Volunteers have entered the transfer portal, including the only full‑time starter, Manny Marin, and a host of bench contributors seeking new opportunities.
Jul 3, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Retains Core Pitchers Amid Massive Transfer Portal Exodus
A look at how Tennessee's baseball program navigated the loss of 18 players, kept its top pitchers, and plotted a strategy for the upcoming 2027 season.
Jul 2, 2026
Blake Grimmer Commits to Tennessee for 2027, Bolstering Vols’ Roster
After a breakout 2026 season, utility player Blake Grimmer has elected to stay through 2027, providing stability for a Tennessee team reshaping its infield through the portal.
Jul 1, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Roster Takes Shape as Transfer Portal Closes
As the college baseball transfer window shut, Tennessee's coaching staff finalized a mix of returnees, departures and new additions ahead of the upcoming MLB Draft.
Jul 1, 2026
Hunter High Transfers to Jacksonville State as Volunteers Continue Portal Activity
Hunter High, a Nashville native who delivered a game‑ending homer for Tennessee, has committed to Jacksonville State, where he hopes to build on a .343 career average and help the program chase another championship.
Jun 29, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Secures Top Transfer Class Ahead of 2027 Season
The Volunteers are reshaping their roster after a early regional exit, adding a nationally acclaimed transfer class while navigating the MLB Draft and a wave of departures.
Jun 27, 2026
Virginia Tech Baseball Bolsters Pitching Rotation Ahead of 2027 Push
The Hokies are reshaping their mound staff with a series of high‑profile transfers, led by right‑hander Nic Abraham, to return to the upper tier of the ACC and secure another NCAA Tournament berth.
Jun 27, 2026
Nic Abraham Commits to Virginia Tech, Following Coach Josh Reynolds
After a dramatic ERA drop and a series of record‑setting performances, Nic Abraham has chosen Virginia Tech, drawn by the arrival of his former coach Josh Reynolds to the Hokies staff.
Jun 27, 2026
Nic Abraham’s Transfer Shakes Up Tennessee Baseball
Nic Abraham commits to Virginia Tech after Tennessee fires pitching coach Josh Reynolds, while the Vols manage a massive transfer portal turnover.
Jun 26, 2026
Andrew Duncan Commits to Tennessee Baseball via Transfer Portal
After a breakout junior season, Duncan chose Tennessee over other suitors, aiming to contribute immediately in centerfield.
Jun 26, 2026
Travis Sanders Commits to Tennessee Baseball, Bolstering Volunteer Roster
On June 26, Travis Sanders, a 6‑foot‑2 junior infielder with a .369 career average at Baylor, declared his commitment to the University of Tennessee baseball program, highlighting a busy overhaul of the team’s roster.
Jun 26, 2026
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.
Jun 25, 2026
Tennessee Baseball to Compete in Live Like Lou Jax Classic
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.
Jun 24, 2026
Tennessee’s 2026 Baseball Season Ends with a Strong Finish and Future Optimism
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.
Jun 23, 2026
Tennessee Adds Fourth Transfer Pitcher as Portal Countdown Winds Down
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.
Jun 22, 2026
Ricky Ojeda Commits to Tennessee Baseball, Bolstering Pitching Rotation
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.
Jun 19, 2026
Sawyer Deering Commits to San Diego State as Tennessee Transfer Portal Swells
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.
Jun 19, 2026
Wyatt Hanoian Commits to Tennessee Baseball After All‑American Honor
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.
Jun 18, 2026