On this episode of Highway to Hoover, Joe Healy is joined by Kentucky baseball radio play-by-play announcer Darren Headrick. They discuss the importance of this upcoming stretch of games for UK, Tyler Bell's fantastic freshman season, the emergence of Ben Cleaver in the rotation and much more.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

01:25 Kentucky Wildcats Season Overview

03:46 Player Highlights: Tyler Bell and Others

05:23 Infield Depth and Defensive Strengths

10:31 Catching Duo and Offensive Improvements

14:27 Pitching Staff Analysis

18:34 Bullpen and Key Relievers

20:51 Path to Postseason Success

23:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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