AJ Russell returned for Tennessee baseball against North Alabama on Tuesday. He had Tommy John surgery in June 2024.

AJ Russell struck out all three batters he faced in his return to Tennessee baseball after Tommy John surgery.

It’s been a tough 12 months for Tennessee starting pitcher AJ Russell. After playing a limited role with the Vols in 2023, the righty stepped up to the Friday night starter position and dominated against nationally ranked Texas Tech in Arlington last February.