Blanco commits to Tennessee

By Jerry Ratcliffe

According to a Knoxville News Sentinel report, former Virginia pitcher Evan Blanco has committed to Tennessee.

The 6-foot-5 southpaw posted a 12-8 record with a 4.17 ERA over his three seasons with the Cavaliers over a 56-game career, including 8 starts in 2025 and 18 starts in 2024.

Blanco, who picked the Vols over Mississippi State, Miami and Texas A&M, is the second former Cavalier to commit to Tennessee. First baseman/outfielder Henry Ford previously joined the Vols but is projected to be selected in the Major League Baseball Draft. Blanco is also eligible for the draft but observers believe he will play next season at Tennessee.

Part of Blanco’s strength was his control, issuing only 46 walks over 162 innings pitched.