On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge discuss some recent news items from the world of SEC baseball. They talk about the happenings at the draft signing deadline, banter about some of the recent coaching news in the SEC, take a closer look at the ramifications of the "5-for-5" eligibility rules and much more.

00:00 Welcome and Sponsors

01:23 Draft Deadline Recap

02:10 Logan Schmidt Decision

03:45 Who Returns to Campus

04:47 SEC Draftees Coming Back

09:40 5-for-5 Explained

13:47 Roster Impact and Lawsuits

18:21 Timing Chaos for Coaches

23:35 Big SEC Coaching Moves

27:46 Auburn Raises Expectations

28:46 Gabe Gross Steps Back for Family

29:36 ABS Coming in 2027

31:40 Fairness and Tech Gaps

32:28 Why ABS Improves Games

38:20 Strike Zone Measurements Debate

40:09 New Experimental Rules 2027

41:07 Pickoff Limits and Pace

44:30 Three-Batter Minimum Impact

47:00 Four Fall Exhibitions Expand Events

49:46 Creative Matchups and Venues

51:36 Roster Snapshots and Wrap-up

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