How an Arkansas baseball freshman earned starting shortstop role

FAYETTEVILLE — Carson Brumbaugh took two steps to his right and dove to the backhand. He perfectly timed his momentum to smother a hard-hit grounder off the bat of Carter Rutenbar. In a single swift movement, Brumbaugh popped to his feet and fired a one-hopper to first baseman Reese Robinett for the out. Brumbaugh pounded his chest in celebration. With a new campaign for Arkansas baseball around the corner, the web gem in a preseason scrimmage will get lost in the shuffle, but it was an example of Brumbaugh's sterling defense that has won over the trust of his coaches. The No. 5 Razorbacks begin the 2026 season against Oklahoma State on Friday, Feb. 13, and Brumbaugh looks set to be the...