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Josh Elander and the University of Tennessee have announced the end of a brief partnership with pitching coach Josh Reynolds, concluding a one‑year tenure that followed his promotion in November 2023.
After a 2026 season that saw the Volunteers' pitching staff tumble to 49th nationally in team-ERA, head coach Josh Elander announced the departure of pitching coach Josh Reynolds. The move comes as the program looks to restore its once‑dominant mound talent.
After two years, the University of Tennessee baseball program has concluded its partnership with assistant coach Josh Reynolds, with head coach Josh Elander explaining the change and reflecting on Reynolds’ impact.
After a single season marked by a 4.72 team ERA and uneven bullpen performance, the University of Tennessee has dismissed pitching coach Josh Reynolds, prompting a search for a new leader ahead of the next campaign.
Tennessee baseball announced the dismissal of pitching coach Josh Reynolds on June 4, ending a brief but eventful tenure that began when he was promoted to the role for the 2026 season. Coach Josh Elander thanked Reynolds for his work but decided to move in a different direction.
The University of Tennessee announced the dismissal of pitching coach Josh Reynolds after a single season, with head coach Josh Elander thanking him and outlining a new direction for the program.
A look at the latest developments involving Vaughn Grissom’s first‑base role, Cal Raleigh’s recovery, and the strategic repositioning of several young talents across the league.
The Volunteers finished the regular season strong but stumbled in the NCAA tournament, prompting head coach Josh Elander to outline a bold plan for roster turnover and future success.
A look at the surprising runs, underdog victories and coaching changes that have reshaped the tournament landscape.
Jay Abernathy, a sophomore utility player for the Tennessee Volunteers, has announced his intention to enter the NCAA transfer portal after a season that saw the team finish 38‑22 and exit the NCAA Tournament in the Chapel Hill Regional.
After guiding Tennessee to a 38‑22 record and an early NCAA Tournament departure, first‑year head coach Josh Elander is leveraging the transfer portal to rebuild the 2027 roster, while the program bids farewell to Tony Vitello's move to the San Francisco Giants.
Despite a 38‑win campaign and a No. 2 regional seed, Tennessee's 2026 baseball season fell short of lofty expectations, exposing coaching adjustments, bullpen woes and a roster in flux.
Recent performances and injuries have reshaped the closer picture for several teams, affecting fantasy baseball strategies.
Reese Chapman discusses the end of Tennessee's season, his recovery from a facial injury, and his confidence in head coach Josh Elander as the program looks ahead.
The Volunteers dropped two games in the NCAA tournament, succumbing to clutch hitting deficits and a thin pitching staff.
A late two‑RBI double by Nate Kirkpatrick sealed a 5‑4 defeat for Tennessee, prompting Coach Josh Elander to explain the decision to protect Cam Appenzeller’s future and address the team’s unreliable bullpen.
A rundown of the most pressing fantasy questions, from injury‑ridden closers to breakout prospects, and what they mean for your roster.
The 2026 Tennessee Volunteers baseball team finished its midweek schedule without a loss, a feat unseen in the 21st century. Guided by first‑year head coach Josh Elander, the Volunteers navigated a slate of mid‑major opponents, highlighted by a clutch walk‑off homer from Blake Grimmer. The unbeaten run stands in stark contrast to past championship‑bound teams that stumbled in similar games, underscoring a historic shift in the program’s momentum.
The No. 6 Longhorns will host UC Santa Barbara, Tarleton State and Holy Cross in the Austin Regional, aiming to extend a legacy of excellence while navigating a deep talent field.
Former Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello, now manager of the San Francisco Giants, believes the Volunteers have a realistic chance to advance in the Chapel Hill Regional despite being the No. 2 seed.
Tony Vitello, who led Tennessee to a 2024 national championship, now manages the San Francisco Giants while assessing the Vols' prospects in the Chapel Hill Regional.
Coastal Carolina baseball coach Kevin Schnall has denied direct discussions with the University of South Carolina, even as his agent engages with a search firm. With the Chanticleers poised for the NCAA Tournament, Schnall reflects on his two‑decade ties to the school and the program’s national prominence.
The Tennessee Volunteers are set to begin regional play on Friday, aiming to extend their streak of NCAA Tournament appearances and potentially advance to the College World Series.
The Vols enter the NCAA Tournament as a No. 2 seed in Chapel Hill, opening against East Carolina before a potential showdown with North Carolina, as coach Josh Elander aims to continue a historic streak of 40‑win seasons.