University of Tennessee Athletics
Tuesday, March 17
Knoxville, Tenn.
4 PM ET
University of Tennessee
vs
Eastern Kentucky
BSB PREVIEW: #21/22 Vols Set to Battle Colonels on Tuesday
March 16, 2026 | Baseball
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – No. 21/22 Tennessee is back at home for five straight games, starting with a Tuesday midweek battle against Eastern Kentucky at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.
Due to expected low temperatures, first pitch for Tuesday's contest against the Colonels has been moved up from 6 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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
All upcoming promotions for all home games during the season can be found HERE.
Fans can also listen to the Voice of Tennessee Baseball John Wilkerson and Vince Ferrara call the action for the Vol Network (AM 990), UTSports.com, the Tennessee Athletics App and the Varsity App. Â
Overall: UT leads, 32-4
in Knoxville: UT leads, 28-4
in Richmond: UT leads, 4-0
at Neutral Sites: N/A
Last Meeting: March 12, 2024 (W, 17-2 in Knoxville)
The Vols have won seven straight against the Colonels dating back to 2016 with four of those victories coming by eight or more runs.
Sophomore shortstop Manny Marin is red hot at the plate entering Tuesday's contest, having recorded a hit in seven straight games, including five consecutive multi-hit performances. Over his last 10 games, Marin leads the team with  a .500 batting average, .846 slugging percentage and .519 on-base percentage. He also had a team-leading six hits and five RBIs in last weekend's series at No. 6/8 Georgia.
Continuing Midweek Success
The Big Orange have been dominant in midweek games since Elander joined the staff in 2018, having compiled an 82-11 record in such contests during that span. Tennessee is off to a 5-0 start in midweeks this season.
Vols in the Polls
Despite a series loss at No. 6/8 Georgia last weekend, Tennessee remained in the top 25 in four of the five major polls, marking the 102nd consecutive week that the Vols have been ranked in at least one poll.
MORE INFO
Game & Broadcast InfoÂ
- Opponent: Eastern Kentucky Colonels
- Date: Tuesday, March 17
- Location: Knoxville, Tenn.
- Venue: Lindsey Nelson Stadium (8,012)
- Watch: SEC Network+
- Listen: Vol Network/UT Athletics App
- Live Stats: UTStats.com
#21/22 Tennessee (14-6 | 1-2 SEC)
Roster Schedule StatsEastern Kentucky (7-13 | 2-1 ASUN)
Roster Schedule Stats UT Record Book Ticket Info Gameday Central Follow @UTGameday Tennessee Athletics App Buy Tennessee GearDue to expected low temperatures, first pitch for Tuesday's contest against the Colonels has been moved up from 6 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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 250 fans can pick up free green necklaces for St. Patrick's Day at the main gate. Gates open at 2:30 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 EKU 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 for the Vol Network (AM 990), UTSports.com, the Tennessee Athletics App and the Varsity App. Â
PROJECTED STARTING PITCHERS
LHP Taylor Tracey (2 GS, 0-0, 1.93 ERA)Â vs. LHP Addison Stockham (2 GS, 0-1, 14.34 ERA)SERIES HISTORY
Vols vs. Eastern KentuckyOverall: UT leads, 32-4
in Knoxville: UT leads, 28-4
in Richmond: UT leads, 4-0
at Neutral Sites: N/A
Last Meeting: March 12, 2024 (W, 17-2 in Knoxville)
The Vols have won seven straight against the Colonels dating back to 2016 with four of those victories coming by eight or more runs.
NOTABLE
Manny Being MannySophomore shortstop Manny Marin is red hot at the plate entering Tuesday's contest, having recorded a hit in seven straight games, including five consecutive multi-hit performances. Over his last 10 games, Marin leads the team with  a .500 batting average, .846 slugging percentage and .519 on-base percentage. He also had a team-leading six hits and five RBIs in last weekend's series at No. 6/8 Georgia.
Continuing Midweek Success
The Big Orange have been dominant in midweek games since Elander joined the staff in 2018, having compiled an 82-11 record in such contests during that span. Tennessee is off to a 5-0 start in midweeks this season.
Vols in the Polls
Despite a series loss at No. 6/8 Georgia last weekend, Tennessee remained in the top 25 in four of the five major polls, marking the 102nd consecutive week that the Vols have been ranked in at least one poll.
OPPONENT SCOUT
Eastern Kentucky Colonels (7-13, 2-1 ASUN)- 2025 Record:Â 11-44 (8-22 ASUN)
- 2025 Postseason:Â N/A
- 2026 Atlantic Sun Preseason Poll:Â 5th in Gold Division
- Head Coach:Â Jan Weisberg
- Overall Record:Â 602-266-1 (20th year)
- Record at EKU: 7-13 (1st year)
- Preseason All-Conference Selections: None
ON DECK
The Vols host Missouri for their first home SEC series this weekend. First pitch for Friday's series opener is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.
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