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On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Alabama. 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Acknowledgment 00:42 Alabama Crimson Tide: Program Overview 02:53 Key Players to Watch 04:53 Impact of Sam Christiansen's Injury 10:42 Pitching Staff Analysis 18:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Arkansas. 00:00 Introduction and Series Overview 00:42 Arkansas Razorbacks: Team Overview 03:38 Key Players to Watch 11:09 Pitching Staff Analysis 16:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Auburn. 00:00 Introduction and Series Overview 00:52 Sponsorship Acknowledgment 01:06 Auburn Tigers: A Decade of Change 02:48 Auburn's Lineup Depth and Key Players 10:32 Pitching Staff Analysis and Key Questions 15:18 Freshman to Watch and Roster Versatility 17:00 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Florida. 00:00 Introduction and Season Preview Series 00:46 Florida Gators' Eventful Offseason 02:11 Impact on Team Dynamics 06:29 Pitching Staff Analysis 12:32 Offensive Lineup Breakdown 14:10 Key Players to Watch 18:47 Rivalry Series 19:47 Conclusion and Sign-Off Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Georgia. 00:00 Introduction and Series Overview 00:49 Georgia Roster Building Philosophy 06:08 Key Players and Transfer Success Stories 11:22 Pitching Development and Strategy 13:21 Offensive Strategy and Key Players 17:09 Conclusion and Season Outlook Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Kentucky. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 00:58 Kentucky Wildcats Preseason Ranking 02:45 Kentucky's Offensive Strategy 03:44 Pitching Staff Analysis 10:04 Team Defense and Key Players 13:15 Catcher Position and Depth 16:18 Expectations for the Season 17:05 Conclusion Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on defending national champion LSU. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:14 LSU Tigers: A Dynasty in the Making? 01:37 Key Players and Lineup Changes 03:29 Newcomers and Transfer Impact 05:06 Position Battles and Key Returnees 11:38 Pitching Rotation and Bullpen Strength 15:07 Freshman Contributions and Development 17:52 Conclusion and Upcoming Previews Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Mississippi State. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:06 Mississippi State Bulldogs: Season Excitement 01:24 Coaching Changes and Impact 02:08 Team Roster and Key Players 06:22 Pitching Staff Analysis 13:15 Lineup and Batting Strength 17:47 Outfield and Positional Flexibility 19:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Missouri. 00:00 Introduction and Series Overview 00:15 Recap of Previous Episodes 00:31 Missouri Tigers: Last Season's Performance 01:53 Defensive Strengths and Key Players 05:48 Pitching Staff and New Recruits 08:40 Coaching Impact and Future Prospects 14:58 Administrative Support and Program Challenges 20:57 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Oklahoma. 00:00 Introduction and Series Overview 00:29 Oklahoma Sooners: Team and Schedule Analysis 03:26 Stadium Upgrades and Their Impact 05:39 Pitching Staff Breakdown 10:53 Offensive Lineup and Key Players 16:38 Challenges and Final Thoughts 18:39 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Ole Miss. 00:00 Introduction and Previous Episodes Recap 00:46 Ole Miss Rebels: Last Season's Recap 03:10 Expectations for the Upcoming Season 05:17 Key Players to Watch 09:02 Pitching Staff Analysis 13:58 Defensive and Overall Team Outlook 17:25 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on South Carolina. 00:00 Introduction and Series Overview 00:44 Recap of South Carolina's Tough Season 01:23 Challenges and Questions for the Upcoming Season 02:54 Key Players and Roster Changes 07:26 Pitching Staff Analysis 10:56 Offensive Strategy and Lineup Concerns 17:15 Expectations and Potential Outcomes 21:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Tennessee. 00:00 Introduction and Previous Episodes Recap 00:44 Coaching Changes and Staff Overhaul 02:50 Player Departures and Roster Rebuild 04:20 Pitching Staff Analysis 10:50 Offensive Lineup and Key Players 16:51 Season Outlook and Key Matches 18:43 Conclusion and Call to Action Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Texas. 00:00 Introduction and Previous Episodes Recap 00:20 Texas Longhorns Season Overview 01:18 Jim Schlossnagle's Tenure and Team Talent 02:34 Pitching Staff Analysis 04:04 Key Players and Transfers 08:32 Lineup Strengths and Weaknesses 14:26 Upcoming Season Expectations 16:49 Conclusion and Future Episodes Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge continue to preview the 2026 SEC season with our preview episode on Texas A&M. 00:00 Introduction and Previous Episode Recap 00:20 Reflecting on Texas A&M's 2025 Season 01:27 Key Players and Injuries 02:45 Highs and Lows of Last Season 04:13 Looking Ahead: Team's Potential and Challenges 08:56 Pitching Staff Analysis 13:02 Defensive Concerns and Versatility 16:07 Final Thoughts and Season Outlook 18:54 Conclusion and Upcoming Previews Highway To Hoover is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.