Josh Elander recaps Tennessee’s win at Florida, tying best start in SEC history

Josh Elander recaps Tennessee’s win at Florida and tying for the best start in SEC history.

No. 1 Tennessee (35-3, 15-1 SEC) defeated Florida (23-15, 6-10 SEC), 3-0, Saturday at Condron Family Ballpark.

Tennessee’s win ties for the best start in SEC history. The only other team to start league play 16-1 was 1951 Tennessee.

First pitch for the series finale between Tennessee and Florida is noon EDT Sunday.

SEC Network+ will televise Sunday’s SEC East matchup with Mick Hubert (PxP) and Nick Belmonte (analyst) on the call.

The Vols defeated Florida, 3-0, in game No. 2 Saturday.

Tennessee defeated the Gators, 8-2, Friday in game No. 1.

SEC baseball records, standings following April 23 contests

Third base coach Josh Elander served his final game as the Vols’ acting head coach Saturday. Head coach Tony Vitello will return Sunday following a four-game suspension.

Following Saturday’s win, Elander met with media. Elander’s media availability can be watched below.

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