Vanderbilt traveled to Knoxville against their in-state rival over the weekend and came away with a crucial series victory. Despite dropping the first game of the series, here is what contributed to the Commodores’ series comeback.

KNOXVILLE — Vanderbilt baseball took the series against Tennessee for the first time since 2021 with a 7-5 win at Lindsey Nelson Stadium on Sunday. The Commodores (35-16, 15-11 SEC) and the Vols (39-12, 15-11) are both in contention to host an NCAA tournament regional. Whichever team wins the series will almost certainly host.

Following Tennessee's home series loss to Vanderbilt, the Vols' latest top 25 ranking was announced. Tennessee is ranked No. 14 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, down two spots from last week.