Sophomore pitcher Blade Tidwell started for Tennessee. He pitched 7.2 innings, recording seven strikeouts and did not surrender a run or walk.
Tidwell totaled 93 pitches with 64 strikes. He faced 26 Alabama State batters.
Tidwell discussed his performance following the Vols’ win.
“I’ve had some 70-or-80-pitch outings this season, going into today, I thought I could go for more,” Tidwell said. “Honestly, I wasn’t tired after that outing. Usually I get tired, I’m human. I just felt good after the outing. I was ready.”
Tidwell earned his third win of the season Friday.
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