Backed by two home runs, Lindsey pitches Tennessee past Charlotte in Clemson Regional

CLEMSON, S.C. — Andrew Lindsey pitched seven strong innings, Griffin Merritt and Christian Moore hit home runs, and Tennessee rolled past Charlotte 8-1 on Friday in the Clemson Regional. Lindsey (3-2 with a 2.40 earned-run average) allowed one run on five hits while striking out 10 without issuing a walk. Four relievers shared the last two innings, allowing one hit. Second-seeded Tennessee (39-19) will play Clemson in the winner’s bracket on Saturday. No. 3 seed Charlotte (34-27) will play a loser-out game against Lipscomb. No. 1 Clemson defeated No. 4...