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King, Yost talk Florida's SEC Tournament win over Vanderbilt

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Florida pitcher Aidan King and outfielder Hayden Yost spoke to SEC Now after leading the Gators to an SEC Tournament win against Vanderbilt.

Florida starting pitcher Aidan King and outfielder Hayden Yost spoke to the SEC Now crew following the Gators' 8-3 win over the Vanderbilt Commodores on Wednesday afternoon. King went 4 2/3 innings of three-run ball, running into some trouble in his final frame of work. The SEC Pitcher of the Year was on a pitch count in case he's needed later in the SEC Tournament, and he thanked his bullpen for coming in and shutting down the game after him.

Jackson Barberi stranded a runner on third that King was responsible for, and the bullpen allowed just one hit for the rest of the day. Yost was one of three Gators with three or more hits and a home run on the day. Florida's offensive communication and power swings have helped Florida become one of the most feared lineups in the country as the postseason begins.

Here's what they said after the win: Yost on offensive success "We had a great approach tonight. I thought we competed well in the box, and the results show for it. " On home run "2-0 (count).

Looking to be on time for a fastball. I got it, and luckily I didn't miss it. " On hitting in Hoover "I love hitting in this park.