FAYETTEVILLE — Brenden Dixon, a junior college infielder who committed to Arkansas earlier this year, plans to turn pro after being drafted this week.
Dixon, of Weatherford (Texas) College, said he will sign with the Pittsburgh Pirates, who selected him in the 20th round of the MLB Draft on Tuesday.
"After a long few days, one of my lifelong dreams came true. With that being said, I have decided to forego my time at Arkansas, and sign with the Pittsburgh Pirates," Dixon tweeted Tuesday. "Thank you to everyone who has helped me along this journey, and can’t wait to get to work.