3 takeaways from Alabama's huge series sweep vs. Vanderbilt

The Alabama Crimson Tide swept the Vanderbilt Commodores during a three game-series in Tuscaloosa this past weekend. Crimson Tide star Eric Hines played a massive role in the series victory, as the freshman was excellent at the plate throughout the month of April. Alabama improved their overall record of 32-16 (13-11 SEC) following the three-game set, and the Tide will look to stay red hot against Troy on Tuesday evening.

Here are three takeaways from Alabama’s series sweep over Vanderbilt. Eric Hines explodes for seven RBI Hines had one of the best series of his collegiate career against Vanderbilt this past weekend. The freshman went 3-for-8 at the plate with an impressive seven total RBI across the three games.

Hines was credited with a game tying three-run home run in the first game as well, followed by yet another moonshot on Friday evening. John Lemm continues to shine, crushes two home runs Lemm has been excellent both at the plate and defensively for the Tide this season. The catcher went deep twice this weekend, headlined by a walk-off solo home run in Game 1, as Lemm continues to deliver at the plate throughout the second half of SEC play.

Lemm recorded two total RBI against the Commodores, as the talented catcher’s batting average has improved to . 268 on the year. Matthew Heiberger dominates out of the bullpen Heiberger played a critical role during Alabama’s victory over Vanderbilt on Thursday evening.