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Frustration Mounts: Vitello Ejected in Tennessee's 8-1 Loss

5/5/2025

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Vitello Ejected Amid Loss

Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello faced his first ejection in two years during the fifth inning of a disappointing 8-1 loss to Auburn. His frustration boiled over due to controversial umpire calls, especially a pivotal non-swing decision that allowed a run. This defeat marks the team's third straight series loss, deepening their struggles.

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Vitello Ejected Amid Loss

Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello faced his first ejection in two years during the fifth inning of a disappointing 8-1 loss to Auburn. His frustration boiled over due to controversial umpire calls, especially a pivotal non-swing decision that allowed a run. This defeat marks the team's third straight series loss, deepening their struggles.

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