Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to discuss Tennessee baseball’s series loss to LSU. After another heartbreaking game three loss, how can Tennessee get off the mat? Plus, the offense continues to struggle, and it simply comes down to guys not performing. Starting pitching and a select few bullpen arms are elite, but depth is an issue on the staff. Who can rise up and provide necessary innings beyond the usual suspects? The guys break down the weekend from all angles before looking ahead to the upcoming series at Mississippi State.
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RTI’s Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to discuss the biggest topics in Tennessee baseball. First, Josh Elander is moving to the dugout full-time and no longer coaching third base. Why this move makes sense and the positives that could come from it. Plus, Stone Lawless is out for the foreseeable future after taking a pitch to the face Sunday. The guys discuss how Tennessee is likely to handle the catcher spot and how Stone’s absence could cause a sizable ripple effect. The Vanderbilt series is one of the more heartbreaking in recent memory. The guys break down what led to three walk-off losses and changes that should and could be made, including bullpen pecking order and the starting rotation. But with the issue being at the plate, who must step up moving forward? All that and more on the latest Diamond Pass.
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Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to discuss Tennessee baseball’s series win over Missouri. The guys react to Tegan Kuhns and Landon Mack’s rocky starts, while going into depth on Evan Blanco’s tremendous 7.2-inning performance. Plus, how good is Cam Appenzeller? And could he be a starter by season’s end? The guys also dive into a balanced offensive performance on the weekend, highlighted by Stone Lawless and Levi Clark. Is Blake Grimmer at leadoff here to stay? What about at second base? All that and more, including a short preview of the upcoming Vanderbilt series, on the RTI Diamond Pass.
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The RTI Diamond Pass is back with Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert examining Tennessee baseball’s heartbreaking series loss to Georgia from all angles. First, addressing the elephant in the room of coach Josh Elander’s decision to NOT pull Brayden Krenzel in the seventh inning. The guys share their reactions on the decision and the events to follow. Plus, an in-depth analysis on the starting pitching performances from Tegan Kuhns, Landon Mack and Evan Blanco, as well as stellar relief appearances from Brandon Arvidson and Cam Appenzeller, and why Bo Rhudy deserves more opportunities. Tennessee’s offense was BETTER in Athens but couldn’t capitalize in a handful of key moments in games two and three. Still, the guys acknowledge Manny Marin’s incredible hot streak, Blake Grimmer’s quietly great series and Levi Clark’s productive Sunday. Where could Clark fit in if he figures out? Finally, a word on the second base competition, what makes Henry Ford THAT DUDE for UT this year and one Vol who must begin producing at a higher level
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The RTI Diamond Pass is back with Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert discussing Tennessee baseball’s series win over Wright State and the top storylines surrounding the team heading into SEC play. Despite a pair of wins, a 6-0 Sunday loss leaves a sour taste for Tennessee’s most recent weekend. Is there ANY hope for the offense right now? Looking at what is plaguing Levi Clark, Manny Marin’s big weekend, what Blake Grimmer and Garrett Wright returning means and more. And then on the mound, the guys recap starts from Kuhns, Blanco and Mack before going into depth on relief performances from Brayden Krenzel, Brandon Arvidson, Brady Frederick and more. And then one big question discussing this team’s realistic potential in 2026. Download and subscribe TODAY!
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The RTI Diamond Pass is back with hosts Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert discussing the Vols’ 2-1 weekend in Arlington, Texas. The weekend started off on the wrong foot but ended on a high note, with Tennessee winning back-to-back games. The guys break down all the top storylines, including Cam Appenzeller’s great performance, the starting pitching, why Levi Clark’s numbers were better than they indicated, what to make of Chris Newstrom’s massive Friday and more!
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On this episode of RTI: Diamond Pass, hosts Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to discuss Tennessee baseball’s series loss to Kent State from all angles. Starting with the pitching, 10 hit-by-pitches was an uncharacteristic and worrisome development. But was the lack of command on the weekend a one-off? Brandon Arvidson looked good in his debut, Brady Frederick bounced back and Landon Mack put together another quality start, but the rest of the staff left something to be desired. As did the offense for the vast majority of the weekend. The guys get into the biggest worries regarding the Tennessee offense right now and what changes could be made moving forward. Finally, a word on the defense and a big weekend coming up for the Vols in Arlington. Download and subscribe TODAY!
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The RTI Diamond Pass is back with Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert discussing all the top takeaways from Tennessee baseball’s opening weekend sweep against Nicholls. Beginning with the starting pitching, Tegan Kuhns, Landon Mack and Evan Blanco all looked the part. But which relief performances stood out the most? Blaine Brown was the story offensively. Is he THE guy for Tennessee this year? And what to make of Trent Grindlinger and Evan Hankins getting starts, Reese Chapman’s productive weekend, the Chris Newstrom-Manny Marin-Ariel Antigua infield, Tyler Myatt’s role and more.
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