WholeHogSports · Mar 27, 2021
Arkansas' defense stands out again
Arkansas first baseman Brady Slavens (17) brings in a ball and Mississippi State's Brayland Skinner is called out during a game Friday, March 26, 2021, in Starkville, Miss. (Photo courtesy Mississippi State Athletics, via Pool)Arkansas’ play in the field has earned great reviews from opposing coaches all season.
The No. 2 Razorbacks entered Friday’s series opener at No. 4 Mississippi State fielding .984, four points better than any other team in the SEC.
“They defend like maniacs,” Louisiana Tech coach Lane Burroughs said at the conclusion of his team’s series against the Razorbacks on March 14. “I’ve never seen a team defend the field like them.”