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Arkansas Shatters Draft Record with 12 Picks | College Basketball News
Arkansas baseball shattered its own record with twelve players selected in this year’s MLB draft—beating their previous best of eleven, which had occurred three times before. Only one school had more picks, and Arkansas dominated with eight pitchers—more than any other program. Since Nate Thompson became hitting coach in 2018, the Hogs have produced 76 draftees, and since Matt Hobbs took over pitching in 2019, 38 arms have gone pro, 26 in the first ten rounds. Standouts include Ethan McElvain (Royals, 5th round, 6-0, 1.88 ERA), Damian Ruiz (Reds, 9th round, leadoff hitter), and Kuhio Aloy…
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