The Braves' Bobby Atkinson greeted Alabama starter Zane Adams harshly, taking the southpaw deep into the student section for a three-run bomb in the first inning. The Crimson Tide got one back in the home half with a single by first baseman Justin Torres, scoring shortstop Justin Lebron.

The Alabama Crimson Tide will open the 2025 college baseball season Friday afternoon at home against the Bradley Braves.

Alabama baseball is officially back for the 2025 season. Get start times, the pitching rotation and more as the Tide faces Bradley on opening weekend.

Year two of the Rob Vaughn era for the Alabama baseball program finally dawns officially on Friday, with the opening game of a three-game set against the Bradley Braves at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. First pitch for the season opener in Tuscaloosa is set for 4 p.