BSB PREVIEW: #19 Vols Cap Homestand with In-State Tilt vs. Golden Eagles

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – No. 19 Tennessee closes out a six-game homestand on Tuesday evening against Tennessee Tech in its final contest before SEC play begins this weekend.

The Volunteers are coming off a successful 4-1 week that included an impressive midweek victory over ETSU and a series win over Wright State.

THE NEW LINDSEY NELSON STADIUM

The new Lindsey Nelson Stadium now has the amenities to match its elite environment after undergoing a $100-plus million renovation to transform it into one of the nation’s finest facilities. The updated capacity for Lindsey Nelson Stadium is 8,012 after the newly added premium seating areas and additional standing room only spaces.

The following is a list of new amenities that will be in place at Lindsey Nelson Stadium for the 2026 season:
– NEW: Home plate entrance and plaza area
– NEW: Left field plaza entrance
– NEW: Third level suites and club space
– NEW: Additional chairback seats under a new mezzanine level
– NEW: First base line restrooms and concessions
– NEW: Left field bar on main concourse (behind the current 4Topps section)
– NEW: Kitchen, which will enhance the food offerings throughout Lindsey Nelson Stadium
– NEW: Ticket office and team merchandise shop inside the main entrance
– NEW: Player entry corridor
– NEW: Third base line restrooms, a mother’s room and concessions which will open around SEC play
– NEW: Multiple elevators
– NEW: Permanent, programmable LED and stadium lighting
– Fully completed mezzanine level with a new press box and broadcast booths
– Renovated concessions on main concourse behind home plate
– MVP Room expansion

GAMEDAY INFO

Fans are encouraged to check the Tennessee Baseball Gameday Central page prior to each game for the most updated info in regards to parking, stadium policies, stadium entry points and more.

PROMOTIONS & GIVEAWAYS

The first 500 fans will receive a Tennessee short sleeve hoodie. Gates open at 4:30 p.m.

All upcoming promotions for all home games during the season can be found HERE.

TICKET INFORMATION

Single-game tickets for non-conference home games can be purchased through AllVols.com.

BROADCAST INFO

Tuesday’s contest against the Golden Eagles will be streamed on SEC Network+ and the ESPN app with Myan Patel (PxP) and VFL Redmond Walsh (analyst) on the call.

Fans can also listen to the Voice of Tennessee Baseball John Wilkerson and Vince Ferrara call the action via a free audio stream on UTSports.com, the Tennessee Athletics App and the Varsity App.

SERIES HISTORY

Vols vs. Tennessee Tech
Overall: UT leads, 74-32-1
in Knoxville: UT leads, 49-13
in Cookeville: UT leads, 25-18-1
at Neutral Sites: TTU leads, 1-0
Last Meeting: April 1, 2025 (W, 7-1 in Knoxville)

The Vols have won back-to-back straight in the series by a combined score of 18-2 after dropping two in a row to the Golden Eagles in 2022 and 2023.

NOTABLE

Winning the Close Ones
Tennessee has been exceptional in close games so far this season, having posted a 5-1 record in contests decided by two runs or less. The Big Orange posted a pair of one-run victories over the weekend against Wright State after winning back-to-back games against Arizona State and Virginia Tech by two runs the previous weekend.

Vols vs. In-State Foes
The Vols have had plenty of success against in-state programs during now head coach Josh Elander‘s time on the coaching staff. During Elander’s eight seasons as an assistant/associate head coach and now skipper for the Vols, they are 47-19 overall against in-state opponents, which includes a 5-3 record against Tennessee Tech.

Continuing Midweek Success
The Big Orange have been dominant in midweek games since Elander joined the staff in 2018, having compiled an 81-11 record in such contests during that span. Tennessee is off to a 4-0 start in midweeks this season after downing ETSU and Oakland last week.

Wright Providing Spark to the Lineup
Junior catcher/outfielder Garrett Wright provided a major boost to Tennessee’s lineup during his first week of action after returning from injury. The Bowling Green transfer led the Vols with a .462 batting average last week and was also hit by four pitches over four games to bring his career total to 53.

OPPONENT SCOUT

Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles (7-8)

• 2025 Record: 37-20 (18-9 OVC)
• 2025 Postseason: N/A
• 2026 Ohio Valley Conference Preseason Poll: 5^th
• Head Coach: Matt Bragga
  • Overall Record: 621-583-3 (23^rd year)
  • Record at TTU: 570-507-2 (20^th year)
• Preseason All-Conference Selections: No Team Selected

ON DECK

The Vols hit the road to open SEC play in Athens this weekend. UT’s series at No. 6/8 Georgia starts on Friday 6 p.m. ET.