On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge are joined by Alabama legend, eight-year big leaguer and ESPN color analyst Lance Cormier to get his takes on the current climate of SEC baseball, what he's looking forward to in the coming season, what it's like to be the father of a current SEC baseball player and much more.

00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

01:01 Reflecting on Last Season's SEC Performance

03:23 Excitement for the Upcoming Season

04:44 Mississippi State's New Era

06:02 College vs. Major League Coaching

08:38 LSU's Dominance in College Baseball

11:38 Top SEC Ballparks and Atmospheres

14:15 SEC's Rise to Dominance

16:42 Modern Amenities and Their Impact

17:31 High-Tech Training at Georgia

18:48 Evolution of College Baseball

19:11 Youth Baseball Advancements

19:48 Recruiting and Training Programs

20:53 Changes in Game Strategy

22:39 Transfer Portal Impact

26:25 Being an SEC Baseball Dad

31:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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