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Few programs in college baseball have changed more in the past decade than Tennessee under Tony Vitello.

When he took over in 2017, the Volunteers were fighting for relevance in the SEC. Today, they are one of the sportâ€s true powerhouses, fueled by elite talent, modern facilities and one of the most passionate fan bases in the country.

Vitello built it all. He led Tennessee to three trips to Omaha, delivered the programâ€s first national championship in 2024 and helped rally enough booster support to turn it into one of the nationâ€s most well-funded and ambitious programs. The Volunteers became a destination for top recruits and a model for how energy and vision can reshape a brand.

Now, with Vitello set to take over as manager of the San Francisco Giants, Tennessee faces a defining moment. Pitching coach Frank Anderson has been named interim head coach, though athletic director Danny White left it unclear whether Anderson will remain in that role through the 2026 season. The ambiguity casts a seemingly unnecessary cloud of uncertainty over a juggernaut program that had an internal assistant structure, which includes associate head coach Josh Elander, ready to take over and thrive after years under Vitello.

The Tennessee job now sits among the sportâ€s elite, offering SEC resources, top-of-market pay, national recruiting reach and the expectation of championships. The following list reflects names that sources believe Tennessee could be interested in pursuing, not an indication of any coachâ€s current level of interest or engagement.

Below is a look at potential candidates to replace Vitello, based on conversations with coaches, agents and industry sources since news broke that he was the leading candidate for the Giants job.

Candidates are listed alphabetically.

Frank Anderson, Interim Head Coach, Tennessee

Anderson served as Oklahoma Stateâ€s head coach from 2004-12 and has held various assistant roles dating back to 1984. Heâ€s widely regarded as one of the best pitching coaches in college baseball, known for his ability to develop fastballs and refine command. Over his career, Anderson has coached 103 pitchers who have been selected in the MLB Draft, including 10 first-round picks, four of them at Tennessee. The Volunteers have had at least three pitchers drafted in each of the past four years, including five in 2025.

Anderson was named interim head coach following Vitelloâ€s departure. While sources indicated itâ€s unlikely he will take over the role full time, they did not completely rule out the possibility, thus justifying his inclusion. At minimum, his experience, institutional knowledge and respect within the program make him a stabilizing presence during the transition.

Erik Bakich, Head Coach, Clemson

Bakich has won 133 games in three seasons at Clemson and was a game away from Omaha in 2024, continuing the steady rise that earned him a contract extension through 2030. The deal boosted his salary to $1.4 million annually, placing him among the nationâ€s top 10 highest-paid coaches at the time. Widely regarded as an advanced player developer, Bakich has the Tigers positioned for sustained success. He is firmly rooted at Clemson, but Tennesseeâ€s resources and national profile make this the kind of job that could change things quickly if serious interest ever emerged.

Josh Elander, Assistant Coach, Tennessee

Vitelloâ€s relationship with Elander dates back to their time at TCU, where Elander played from 2010-12 and Vitello coached from 2011-13. After a brief pro career, Elander reunited with Vitello at Arkansas in 2017 and followed him to Knoxville that offseason. Since then, he has become one of college baseballâ€s premier hitting coaches and recruiters. Seventeen of his Tennessee hitters have been drafted within the first five rounds, including six first-rounders: Drew Gilbert, Jordan Beck, Christian Moore, Blake Burke, Gavin Kilen and Andrew Fischer.

Elanderâ€s knack for identifying talent and developing hitters has been central to Tennesseeâ€s rise into a national power. Promoted to associate head coach in 2022, heâ€s viewed internally as a steady hand who could sustain the programâ€s identity while adding his own touch. He has strong backing from fans, players and alums to earn a full-time promotion—a move that would make plenty of sense given his role in shaping Tennesseeâ€s success.

White said Wednesday that he wants Elander to “be a candidate†for the full-time role. Plainly, this move makes the most sense for the stability of the program.

Dan Fitzgerald, Head Coach, Kansas

Fitzgerald, 48, has quickly become one of college baseballâ€s most respected figures, earning national attention for the speed and sustainability of Kansas†rebuild. He took over ahead of the 2023 season and has since turned one of the Big 12â€s least-resourced programs into a consistent postseason contender. In 2025, Kansas set a program record with 20 conference wins and tied its second-highest overall total at 43, marking its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2014.

Fitzgeraldâ€s success stems from an aggressive, adaptive approach to roster building, centered on identifying talent in the junior college market and developing players in unconventional ways. That strategy has helped Kansas compete against programs with deeper NIL pockets and greater scholarship flexibility. His player-development background and forward-thinking methods have also drawn interest from professional circles, where his balance of evaluation and culture-building would translate well to any level.

Sources have indicated to Baseball America that Fitzgerald is a candidate to watch closely.

Link Jarrett, Head Coach, Florida State

A rocky start in Tallahassee has given way to two outstanding seasons for Jarrett, a Florida State alum and torchbearer for legendary coach Mike Martin, for whom he played in the early 1990s. Jarrett guided the Seminoles to the College World Series semifinals in 2024, winning 49 games, then reached a super regional in 2025 with 42 victories. Heâ€s a proven winner in an era when sustained success is increasingly difficult to achieve.

Jarrettâ€s deep ties to Florida State make him a difficult pull, but Tennessee is in search of a home run hire to follow Vitello, and Jarrett would certainly fit that bill. His track record of excellence dates back to his time at Notre Dame, where he led the Irish to the 2022 College World Series one year after a super regional appearance.

Skip Johnson, Head Coach, Oklahoma

Between a hefty buyout tied to his contract extension through 2029 and the established foundation heâ€s built at Oklahoma, Johnson would be difficult to lure away. But that hasnâ€t stopped teams from calling before, and a program with Tennesseeâ€s ambition and resources is unlikely to overlook him.

Long regarded as one of the sportâ€s premier pitching minds, Johnson has developed a reputation built on both results and relationships, shaped by years of success with players such as future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw. Heâ€s been a candidate for several marquee jobs in recent years, and his name always surfaces when major openings arise. Landing him would require a significant financial commitment, but Tennessee is one of the few programs capable of making it happen.

Wes Johnson, Head Coach, Georgia

In just two seasons, Johnson has turned Georgia into one of the SECâ€s most dangerous and efficient teams. He led the Bulldogs to a Super Regional in his first year and had them back above the host line in his second, compiling an 86-34 record—the most wins ever by a Georgia coach through two seasons.

Known for his pitching expertise, aggressive transfer portal recruiting and advanced use of analytics, Johnson has quickly modernized and energized the program. He signed an extension in May that runs through 2031, though his buyout remains manageable. Tennessee could easily afford it, making him a legitimate target if it wants to poach from within the SEC.

Skylar Meade, Head Coach, Troy

Meade has quickly elevated Troy into one of the Sun Beltâ€s most competitive programs, transforming the Trojans from a .500-level team into a consistent NCAA Tournament contender. Over his first four seasons, he compiled a 148-89 record, the best start for any head coach in program history, and led Troy to its first regional appearance since 2018 in 2023. His 2025 team spent much of the spring on the NCAA bubble, further proof of the programâ€s steady rise.

Troy has invested heavily in baseball under Meadeâ€s leadership, but the 41-year-oldâ€s track record and reputation for player development make him a compelling candidate should a major program like Tennessee come calling.

Dan Skirka, Head Coach, Murray State

Murray State rewarded Skirka with a new four-year deal after he delivered the most remarkable season in program history, leading the Racers to their first-ever College World Series appearance. His team engineered a true Cinderella run, knocking out Ole Miss and Duke along the way and capturing national attention in the process.

Skirka built that roster from a mix of overlooked transfers and junior college standouts, creating a group defined by belief and cohesion. His ability to maximize talent and foster buy-in helped Murray State become one of the sportâ€s best stories in 2025.

Pulling Skirka from a mid-major would be a bold move, but not an unreasonable one. Heâ€s proven he can galvanize a program, recruit creatively and extract value from underappreciated players. With Tennesseeâ€s resources behind him, heâ€d have the tools to turn that underdog magic into sustained success.

Rob Vaughn, Head Coach, Alabama

Vaughn stabilized Alabama overnight following the abrupt departure of Brad Bohannon, guiding the Crimson Tide to a 74-42 record in two seasons. At 38, heâ€s one of the fastest-rising young coaches in college baseball, earning widespread respect for his player development acumen and composed leadership style.

His ability to win quickly in the SEC, combined with his youth and upward trajectory, makes him an intriguing candidate for one of the sportâ€s top jobs. Vaughnâ€s profile fits the mold of a modern program builder: analytical, player-focused and proven under pressure.

Mark Wasikowski, Head Coach, Oregon

Wasikowski has quietly built one of the steadiest programs on the West Coast and now in the Big Ten. In their first season in a new conference, the Ducks won a share of the regular-season title, reached 40 wins for the third straight year and extended their postseason streak to four, matching the longest run in school history. The 2025 Big Ten coach of the year has a track record as a proven builder, having engineered turnarounds at both Purdue and Oregon while compiling five regional appearances and two super regional trips.

According to multiple sources, Wasikowski is a name to watch closely.

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Oct 21, 2025, 08:34 PM ET

Chelsea will make a fresh attempt to sign Spain striker Samu Agehowa, while Liverpool are plotting a move for in-form AFC Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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TRENDING RUMORS

– Mohamed Salah’spoor form has Liverpool considering a January move for Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo, according to the iPaper. Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United both scouted the Ghana winger during the last transfer window, but it’s the Reds that are firming as favorites to sign the in-form 25-year-old. The upcoming Africa Cup of Nations may play a big role in whether the mooted £75 million move is made; Salah will lead Egypt at the continental tournament but, with Ghana failing to qualify, Semenyo will be available to play club football throughout the fixture-heavy January period.

– Chelsea are prepared to make an £87m offer to FC Porto for striker Samu Agehowanext summer, according to Record. The Blues had been close to signing the Spain international from Atlético Madrid in the summer of 2024, but the move collapsed and he joined Porto instead. Samu scored 25 goals in his first season in Portugal, and has netted eight goals in nine games so far this term. The 21-year-old has a contract at the Estádio do Dragão until June 2029.

– Stuttgart have set their fee for Angelo Stiller at €50 million with Manchester United among the clubs who have expressed an interest in the midfielder but the 24-year-old’s valuation could still rise, according to Sky Sports Deutschland. While Stiller has a €40m release clause, the Bundesliga club can buy that out and make his transfer fee freely negotiable. Meanwhile, TEAMtalk reports that United are looking to January with their list of options featuring Sporting CP’s Morten Hjulmand, Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton, Brighton & Hove Albion’s Carlos Baleba, Borussia Dortmund’s Jobe Bellingham and Porto’s Victor Froholdt. The Red Devils are optimistic that they can reunite coach Ruben Amorim with Hjulmand for £50m despite the 26-year-old’s £70m release clause, with this coming due to Sporting’s relationship with their former manager.

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– Sky Sports Deutschland have offered an insight into the domino effect that could happen regarding free agent centre-backs in the summer. A final decision hasn’t been made on David Alaba‘s future but he is likely to leave Real Madrid, while the Saudi Pro League is watching the situation of his teammate Antonio Rüdiger with his future uncertain despite an offer having been tabled for a contract that runs until 2028. Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté could be the replacement if either of them leave, while Marc Guéhi could replace the Frenchman at Anfield but is also wanted by Barcelona, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. Dayot Upamecano could also move despite Bayern wanting to extend his contract to 2030.

– Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is weighing up a January loan move with Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, Manchester City and Brentford all looking at the 20-year-old, according to TEAMtalk. Mainoo remains committed to the Red Devils, but the feeling is that he needs more minutes to aid both his development and ambitions to represent England at the FIFA World Cup. Man United’s lack of depth in midfield has raised questions about whether they will be willing to allow a loan move.

– Barcelona are monitoring Mallorca winger Jan Virgili and could look to re-sign him, as reported by Diario Sport. The 19-year-old left the Blaugrana for €3.5m this summer as he didn’t want to be part of a reserve team any longer, but Barca included a clause that would see them receive a percentage of the funds from his next move and another clause that would allow them to re-sign him. Virgili marked his return from the Under-20 World Cup by providing the assist for Vedat Muriqi‘s equaliser in Mallorca’s win against Sevilla.

EXPERT TAKE

ESPN’s Sam Tighe looks at how well Samu Agehowa would fit in at Chelsea:

In the summer of 2024, Samu looked all set for a move to Chelsea, following the conclusion of his gold medal-winning campaign with Spain in the Olympics, but the move fell through and João Félix joined instead.

That’s a series of events that the Blues have likely regretted ever since, as Samu has continued to blossom into one of Europe’s top young strikers at FC Porto — while Félix made minimal impact before being jettisoned to Saudi Arabia.

The Spain international is a powerhouse No. 9, able to bully defenders using his huge frame. Look back at his goals catalogue while on loan at Deportivo Alavés and you’ll see opponents literally bouncing off him and hitting the deck. He can back into centre-backs Romelu Lukaku-style, or hit the channels and stretch the pitch.

His time at Porto has given him useful experience of playing in a dominant team setup, as before all of his football had come for lesser sides who played more reactive football. This would aid a transition to a club like Chelsea, who are quickly developing a “type” that they like up front — Samu, Liam Delap and Marc Guiu are all battering ram centre-forwards.

OTHER RUMORS

– AC Milan had a scout at Parma’s goalless draw against Genoa to watch goalkeeper Zion Suzuki. (Nicolò Schira)

– Paris Saint-Germain centre-back Willian Pacho could extend his contract in the coming weeks, with an offer on the table to extend his deal by one year so it lasts until 2030. (Le Parisien)

– Clubs from across Europe are monitoring Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. (Rudy Galetti)

– Massimiliano Allegri has given his approval for AC Milan to extend Fikayo Tomori‘s contract with initial informal discussions already taking place. (Calciomercato)

– Rodez centre-back Mathis Magnin is being monitored by various Ligue 1 clubs having impressed in Ligue 2. (Rudy Galetti)

– Several European clubs, especially from Italy and England, are monitoring Copenhagen centre-back Gabriel Pereira. (Rudy Galetti)

– Barcelona will not move in the January transfer window unless they suffer injuries. (AS)

– Bologna have turned down a “huge” offer from Saudi Pro League club Al Qadsiah for Riccardo Orsolini, and the Rossoblu are in talks to extend the winger’s contract until 2029 with the option for another year. (Nicolò Schira)

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Injury Report and Waiver Wire Targets

The Rams have already announced that star receiver Puka Nacua won’t play in Week 7 because of an ankle injury. Since L.A. plays on Sunday morning, managers should go ahead and adjust their lineups ahead of time.

Calvin Ridley, Josh Downs, Terry McLaurin, Christian Watson and Ricky Pearsall qre also out, while Jets wideout Garrett Wilson is listed as doubtful. Jakobi Meyers, Stefon Diggs, Jalen Coker, Dontavyion Wicks and Deebo Samuel are among those listed as questionable.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers haven’t made designations for Monday night yet, but Mike Evans, Chris Godwin and Emeka Egbuka have all missed practice time this week.

Denver Broncos wideout Troy Franklin might be the most enticing waiver target this week, as he’ll face a New York Giants defense that has surrendered the fourth-most fantasy points to opposing receivers. Franklin has logged at least three receptions in three straight games. He’s rostered in just 22 percent of Yahoo leagues and 33 percent of ESPN leagues.

Kayshon Boutte’s matchup with the Tennessee Titans isn’t quite as attractive, but the New England Patriots receiver is coming off a 95-yard, two-touchdown performance. He’s still available in over 60 percent of Yahoo leagues and 70 percent of ESPN leagues.

Other wide receivers to consider this week include Kendrick Bourne, Tre Tucker, Elic Ayomanor and Christian Kirk.

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Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim looks to be a target for Portuguese giants Benfica.

The 40-year-old took over at Old Trafford in November 2024, but has faced criticism throughout his tenure due to inconsistent results.

United have won only three of their opening eight matches this season, and were dumped out of the Carabao Cup in the first round by League Two side Grimsby Town.

It seems Benfica hold an interest in Amorim, despite recently appointing Jose Mourinho as their new manager.

Former Benfica striker Nuno Gomes is currently running to become president of the Lisbon-based side, and recently discussed his vision for the future with Portuguese sports paper Record.

Gomes was coy when asked whether he’d be interested in taking Amorim back to Primeira Liga to replace Mourinho, however, and stated, “Ruben is, above all, a great friend to whom I wish success at Manchester United.”

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While he couldn’t confirm or deny a future approach for United’s manager, Gomes was more forthcoming with plans to test Manchester City’s resolve on midfielder Bernardo Silva.

“[We] will make every effort”, he said when asked whether he’d like the Portugal international return to his boyhood club.

FourFourTwo understands that United currently have no plans to dispatch of Amorim – but if the club finish below the European places, they could well part ways with the Portuguese, leading to the potential replacement of Mourinho.

Jose Mourinho is now at Benfica (Image credit: Getty Images)

Benfica’s presidential elections will take place on October 25th, and rumours surrounding the future of both Amorim and Silva could ramp up if Gomes is elected.

Manchester United take on Liverpool this weekend when Premier League action returns.

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ATLANTA — Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos said Saturday that he hopes to move quickly as he begins his search for a successor to Brian Snitker as manager but that he has not conducted any interviews.

Snitker, 69, announced Wednesday that he won’t return after 10 seasons as the Braves’ manager.

Even though Snitker’s decision wasn’t a surprise, Anthopoulos insisted he wasn’t going to begin compiling a list of candidates before giving the manager time to finalize his plans.

Asked what the Braves would have done if Snitker wanted to return for the 2026 season, Anthopoulos said: “He would have been back. That’s why we were going to wait and give him the time he needed.”

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Former Braves catcher and Chicago Cubs skipper David Ross told The Associated Press on Thursday that he wants to manage again. Ross said an opportunity to manage the Braves “would be amazing.”

Anthopoulos insisted “we do not currently have a list” and said “I wanted to get some things done internally” before beginning his search.

“I will now turn my attention to the manager,” Anthopoulos said. “… We have not spoken with anybody.”

Snitker led the Braves to the 2021 World Series championship as the highlight of almost a half-century with the organization. He will remain in an advisory role and will be inducted into the team’s hall of fame next season.

Anthopoulos said he and Snitker have an agreement on a five-year term as senior adviser but added that could change.

Two coaches on Snitker’s staff have experience as a manager. Bench coach Walt Weiss is the Colorado Rockies’ former manager. Third base coach Fredi González is a former manager with the Braves and Miami Marlins.

There has been speculation that other possible candidates are former Braves infielder Mark DeRosa and Cubs bench coach Ryan Flaherty. Former Marlins manager Skip Schumaker was named the Texas Rangers’ skipper Friday night.

“Before Skip Schumaker was named, there were eight openings,” Anthopoulos said. “That’s a lot of openings. … That makes it incredibly challenging.”

Anthopoulos said his timeline to make a hire could be impacted if he focuses on a candidate who is also of interest to another team.

“Of course as soon as possible with so many openings,” Anthopoulos said when asked how soon he hopes to make a hire. “You can’t just rush it or force it. … You’d love to be able to do it sooner than later.”

Snitker posted a record of 811-688 as manager. He ranks third in franchise history in wins, trailing Bobby Cox (2,149) and Frank Selee (1,004). He led the Braves to seven postseasons, including six National League East titles.

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ATLANTA — Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos said Saturday he hopes to move quickly as he begins his search for a successor to Brian Snitker as manager but that he has not conducted any interviews.

Snitker, 69, announced Wednesday he wonâ€t return after 10 seasons as the Braves†manager.

Even though Snitkerâ€s decision wasnâ€t a surprise, Anthopoulos insisted he wasnâ€t going to begin compiling a list of candidates before giving the manager time to finalize his plans.

When asked what the Braves would have done if Snitker wanted to return for the 2026 season, Anthopoulos said: “He would have been back. Thatâ€s why we were going to wait and give him the time he needed.â€

Former Braves catcher and Chicago Cubs skipper David Ross told The Associated Press on Thursday he wants to manage again. Ross said an opportunity to manage the Braves “would be amazing.â€

Anthopoulos insisted “we do not currently have a list†and said “I wanted to get some things done internally†before beginning his search.

“I will now turn my attention to the manager,†Anthopoulos said. “… We have not spoken with anybody.â€

Snitker led the Braves to the 2021 World Series championship as the highlight of almost a half-century with the organization. He will remain in an advisory role and will be inducted into the teamâ€s hall of fame next season.

Anthopoulos said he and Snitker have an agreement on a five-year term as senior adviser but added that could change.

Two coaches on Snitkerâ€s staff have experience as a manager. Bench coach Walt Weiss is Coloradoâ€s former manager. Third base coach Fredi González is a former manager with Atlanta and the Marlins.

There has been speculation that other possible candidates are former Braves infielder Mark DeRosa and Cubs bench coach Ryan Flaherty. Former Marlins manager Skip Schumaker was named the Texas Rangers†skipper on Friday night.

“Before Skip Schumaker was named, there were eight openings,†Anthopoulos said. “Thatâ€s a lot of openings. … That makes it incredibly challenging.â€

Anthopoulos said his timeline to make a hire could be impacted if he focuses on a candidate who is also of interest to another team.

“Of course as soon as possible with so many openings,†Anthopoulos said when asked how soon he hopes to make a hire. “You canâ€t just rush it or force it. … Youâ€d love to be able to do it sooner than later.â€

Snitker posted a record of 811-688 as manager. He ranks third in franchise history in wins, trailing Bobby Cox (2,149) and Frank Selee (1,004). He led the Braves to seven postseasons, including six NL East titles.

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The Texas Rangers are hiring Skip Schumaker as their next manager, replacing World Series winner Bruce Bochy, the club announced Friday. Schumaker has reportedly agreed to a four-year deal.

The hire is hardly a surprising one. Schumaker spent the 2025 season as a special advisor to Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young. Back when that hire was announced, there was speculation that the 45-year-old’s real job was manager-in-waiting for the 70-year-old Bochy, and that is now coming to pass.

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It was reported by the Associated Press earlier Friday that Schumaker was the central focus of the Rangers’ managerial search.

Bochy and the Rangers “mutually” parted ways soon after a disappointing 2025 regular season, with the club noting that Bochy was offered an advisor role in the front office. It’s unclear if Bochy will take them up on that, find a job with a different team or retire again.

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An 11-year MLB veteran as a player, Schumaker spent time on the coaching staffs of the San Diego Padres and St. Louis Cardinals before landing the Miami Marlins managerial job after the 2022 season. He quickly earned respect as he led the usually moribund franchise to a surprise wild-card berth in his first season.

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The 2024 season was more trying for the Marlins, who went 62-98 and finished last in the NL East. Schumaker then made a surprise resignation after that season and immediately became one of the most attractive options on the manager market, though he ultimately took the Rangers job after the only other two teams looking for a skipper — the Cincinnati Reds and Chicago White Sox — opted for different names.

Schumaker now takes over a Rangers clubhouse that has fallen off a bit since a breakthrough 2023 World Series title. The team went 78-84 in 2024 and 81-81 in 2025 as it struggled with injuries up and down the roster. It enters the offseason with clear needs for its pitching staff, having already spent plenty of money in recent winters.

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There is still definitely talent in the organization, though, from veterans (Corey Seager, Jacob deGrom, Marcus Semien, Nate Eovaldi) to youngsters (Wyatt Langford, Evan Carter, top prospect Sebastian Walcott). It will be on Schumaker to keep them all on the right track as Texas tries to compete in an AL West that features a fading Houston Astros team and the upstart Seattle Mariners.

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Oklahoma State may try to bring Zac Robinson back to his alma mater as the school starts its search to replace coach Mike Gundy.

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported the Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator “is expected to be on the very short list for the now-vacant job of Cowboys head coach.”

Robinson was a three-year starter at quarterback under Gundy. He ranks fourth in school history in passing yards (8,317) and touchdowns (66).

Hours after Oklahoma State dismissed Gundy, former Dallas Cowboys star Dez Bryant lobbied for his former college teammate to get the job:

Robinson has yet to coach in a college role. He started as an assistant quarterbacks coach for the Los Angeles Rams and took over as the QBs coach in 2022 before leaving for the Falcons in 2024.

In his first season, Atlanta’s offense ranked sixth in yards and 13th in points. His arrival helped to unlock running back Bijan Robinson, who had 1,887 yards from scrimmage and 15 touchdowns en route to making the Pro Bowl.

The Falcons aren’t keeping pace with last season’s output as they’re averaging 338.7 yards (13th) and 14 points (31st) through three games.

Still, Bryant surely wasn’t the only Oklahoma State fan who wants to see Robinson back in Stillwater.

Rapoport noted the timing can be tough for an NFL coach moving to a college gig, though.

Unless Robinson stepped down from the Falcons with immediate effect, he’d miss valuable time on the recruiting trail. National signing day isn’t until Feb. 4, 2026, but a lot of players take advantage of the early signing window (Dec. 3-5).

As if drawing up the offensive game plan for an NFL team isn’t hard enough, Robinson would also have to vet candidates to join his coaching staff with the Cowboys.

The fact the 38-year-old bypassed the college route altogether before becoming an NFL assistant could be telling as to his general preference. Even if it’s at his alma mater, he may not be all that enamored by working at this level.

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The successor to Bob Costas as play-by-play voice on TNT’s Major League Baseball postseason games will be the same broadcaster who replaced the legendary Bob Miller in 2017 after Miller retired following a 44-year Hall of Fame career with the Los Angeles Kings of the NHL.

Yes, Alex Faust has experience replacing a titan of the airwaves.

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Costas, of course, is another Hall of Famer, and he also retired after 44 years. His final MLB call was the 2024 American League Division Series in which the New York Yankees defeated the Kansas City Royals in four games.

Faust, 36, currently calls Friday Night MLB games streamed on Apple TV+. He also is the radio voice of the New York Rangers and has been part of hockey and tennis coverage at TNT Sports. Faust left the Kingsin 2023 when their television deal with Bally Sports expired.

Costas will continue to appear on MLB Network but won’t do play-by-play. His most recent appearance on the airwaves was as a guest on the NPR news quiz “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me”on Sept. 13.

After telling stories about not making his high school baseball team and recounting an embarrassing, mildly profane gaffe he made on air early in his career, Costas answered all three game show questions about the Emmy Awards correctly.

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Costas joked that he had accomplished “the trifecta, the hat trick, the triple crown.” Host Peter Segal asked what the show should call it when someone goes 3 for 3. Costas laughed and replied, “The Costi.”

He probably should have an award named after him. Costas, 73, has received 29 Emmys and was the prime-time host of 12 Olympic Games from 1988 through 2016. He called three World Series and 10 MLB league championships.

Costas stepped down from MLB play-by-play in November, telling Tom Verducciof MLB Network that he had planned to retire for more than a year, saying, “I couldn’t consistently reach my past standard.”

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