3. 2025 Arkansas Baseball Schedule

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The highly anticipated 2025 Arkansas Baseball schedule is finally here, and it promises to be one of the most exciting and challenging slates in recent memory. The Razorbacks will face a daunting lineup of opponents, including several top-ranked teams from across the country. With a talented roster and a hungry coaching staff, Arkansas is poised to make a deep run into the postseason and compete for a national championship.

The Razorbacks open their season with a three-game series against the California Golden Bears at Baum-Walker Stadium. California is a perennial contender in the Pac-12 Conference, and they will provide a tough test for Arkansas early in the season. The Razorbacks will then hit the road for a pair of games against the Texas A&M Aggies in College Station. Texas A&M is another tough opponent, and these games will be a good measuring stick for Arkansas as they prepare for SEC play.

The Razorbacks will open SEC play with a three-game series against the Vanderbilt Commodores in Nashville. Vanderbilt is one of the top teams in the SEC, and they will be a tough test for Arkansas. However, the Razorbacks have a strong track record against Vanderbilt in recent years, and they will be looking to continue that success in 2025.

Bulldogs Begin SEC Title Defense

The Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team will begin their SEC title defense on February 17th, 2025, when they host the Oklahoma Sooners at Baum-Walker Stadium. The Razorbacks are coming off a historic season in which they won their first SEC regular season and tournament championships since 1999 and advanced to the College World Series for the first time since 2018.

Arkansas will return a number of key players from last year’s team, including All-American outfielder Cayden Wallace and All-SEC pitcher Connor Noland. The Razorbacks also added several talented freshmen, including outfielder Jaren Kendall and infielder Ethan Bates.

Arkansas will face a tough schedule in 2025, but they will be looking to build on last year’s success and make another run at the SEC title and the College World Series.

Key SEC Matchups

Date	Opponent	Location
February 24-26	Mississippi State	Starkville, MS
March 10-12	Texas A&M	College Station, TX
March 24-26	Alabama	Tuscaloosa, AL
April 14-16	LSU	Baton Rouge, LA
May 5-7	Vanderbilt	Nashville, TN

Home Openers Highlight March Slate

The Razorbacks’ 2023 home opener is scheduled for Friday, March 3 against the Villanova Wildcats. First pitch is set for 3 p.m. CT and the game will be televised on SEC Network+.

March Schedule Highlights

The Razorbacks will play 11 games at Baum Stadium in March, including a four-game series against the Missouri Tigers (March 10-12) and a three-game series against the Alabama Crimson Tide (March 24-26).

Arkansas will also host the Little Rock Trojans (March 7), the UAPB Golden Lions (March 14), and the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles (March 21) in non-conference matchups.

Here is a detailed look at the Razorbacks’ March home schedule:

Date	Opponent	Time	TV
March 3	Villanova	3 p.m. CT	SEC Network+
March 7	Little Rock	3 p.m. CT	SECN+
March 10-12	Missouri	TBA	SEC Network+/ESPNU
March 14	UAPB	3 p.m. CT	SECN+
March 21	Oral Roberts	6:30 p.m. CT	SECN+
March 24-26	Alabama	TBA	SEC Network+/ESPN2

Tough Road Trip in April

The Razorbacks will face a gauntlet of tough road games in April, as they travel to Vanderbilt, LSU, and Florida. These three teams are all perennial powers in the SEC, and Arkansas will need to play their best baseball to come away with any wins.

Vanderbilt

The Razorbacks open their April road trip with a three-game series at Vanderbilt. The Commodores are one of the top teams in the country, and they will be a tough test for Arkansas. Vanderbilt is led by a strong pitching staff, and they have one of the best offenses in the SEC. The Razorbacks will need to be at their best to win this series.

LSU

After Vanderbilt, the Razorbacks travel to Baton Rouge to face LSU. The Tigers are another one of the top teams in the SEC, and they will be looking to avenge their loss to Arkansas in last year’s SEC Tournament. LSU is led by a powerful offense, and they have one of the best hitters in the country in Jacob Berry. The Razorbacks will need to pitch well to win this series.

Florida

The Razorbacks close out their April road trip with a three-game series at Florida. The Gators are another one of the top teams in the SEC, and they will be looking to make a statement against Arkansas. Florida is led by a strong pitching staff, and they have one of the best defenses in the SEC. The Razorbacks will need to play their best baseball to win this series.

| Team | Record |
|—|—|
| Vanderbilt | 33-12 |
| LSU | 32-13 |
| Florida | 31-14 |

Final Home Series Against Vanderbilt

The Razorbacks will conclude their home schedule with a three-game series against Vanderbilt from May 8-10. The Commodores are currently ranked No. 1 in the SEC East and No. 4 in the nation. They are led by a powerful offense that is averaging over 8 runs per game. The Hogs will need to be at their best to take down Vanderbilt and finish the season strong.

Game Times

The series will begin on Friday, May 8 at 6:30 p.m. CT and will continue on Saturday, May 9 at 3 p.m. CT and Sunday, May 10 at 2 p.m. CT. All three games will be televised on SEC Network+.

Tickets

Tickets for the series are on sale now and can be purchased online at ArkansasRazorbacks.com or by calling the Razorback Ticket Center at 479-575-5151.

Date	Time	TV
Friday, May 8	6:30 p.m. CT	SEC Network+
Saturday, May 9	3 p.m. CT	SEC Network+
Sunday, May 10	2 p.m. CT	SEC Network+

Rivalry Renewed with Missouri

The Razorbacks will renew their rivalry with the Missouri Tigers in 2025, with the two teams meeting for a three-game series in Fayetteville on March 28-30. The series will be the first between the two schools since 2012, when Arkansas won all three games in Columbia, Missouri.

The Razorbacks and Tigers have met 122 times in baseball, with Arkansas holding a 70-52 advantage. The two schools first met in 1895, and the series has been played regularly since the 1960s. The rivalry intensified in the 1990s when both teams were members of the Southeastern Conference (SEC), and the two schools have continued to play each other annually since Missouri joined the Big 12 Conference in 2012.

The 2025 series will be the first between the two schools since Arkansas left the SEC for the Big 12 in 2021. The Razorbacks are scheduled to play Missouri in Fayetteville in 2025, 2026, and 2027, and in Columbia in 2026 and 2028.

The Razorbacks are looking to extend their winning streak against the Tigers to five games. Arkansas has won the last four meetings between the two schools, including a 5-4 win in the 2012 SEC Tournament.

The 2025 Arkansas baseball schedule is as follows:

Date	Opponent	Location
February 14-16	Western Kentucky	Fayetteville, AR
February 18-19	New Mexico	Fayetteville, AR
February 22-24	Texas Tech	Fayetteville, AR
March 3-5	Vanderbilt	Nashville, TN
March 10-12	Oklahoma	Norman, OK
March 14-16	Alabama	Fayetteville, AR
March 21-23	Texas	Fayetteville, AR
March 28-30	Missouri	Fayetteville, AR
April 4-6	Auburn	Fayetteville, AR
April 11-13	Ole Miss	Oxford, MS
April 18-20	Georgia	Fayetteville, AR
April 25-27	South Carolina	Columbia, SC
May 2-4	Tennessee	Fayetteville, AR
May 9-11	Kentucky	Lexington, KY

Season Ends at Baum-Walker Stadium

The Razorbacks will play their final home series of the regular season against Kentucky from May 12-14. The series will be the Hogs’ only home games against an SEC opponent in 2023. Arkansas will close out the regular season with a three-game series at Texas A&M from May 19-21.

Single-Game Tickets on Sale

Single-game tickets for the 2023 Arkansas baseball season will go on sale to the public on Monday, February 13, at 10 a.m. CT through ArkansasRazorbacks.com. Fans may also purchase single-game tickets at the Baum-Walker Stadium ticket office beginning on Tuesday, February 14, at 8:30 a.m. CT.

2023 First Pitch Times

All home midweek games will have a 6:30 p.m. first pitch time, while weekend home games will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Fridays and 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. All times are subject to change.

Parking

Parking for all home games is available in Lot 44, located on the northeast corner of Razorback Road and Stadium Drive. Season parking passes for Lot 44 and the Baum Stadium Reserved lots are sold out for the 2023 season. General public parking passes for Lot 44 will go on sale each gameday at 5 p.m. for $20. Fans may also park in the Stadium Drive Parking Garage by purchasing a parking pass at the gate for $20.

"Voice of the Hogs" Chuck Barrett Announces Retirement

Chuck Barrett, the "Voice of the Hogs" for the past 43 years, announced his retirement on December 8, 2022. Barrett has called Arkansas baseball games on the radio since 1980 and has been the play-by-play voice for the Razorbacks on television since 1991. Barrett will continue to call select games for the Razorbacks on the SEC Network and ESPN+ in 2023.

Baum-Walker Stadium Food and Beverage Policy

Fans are permitted to bring in outside food and beverage to Baum-Walker Stadium, provided that it is in a clear plastic bag. Alcohol is not allowed to be brought into the stadium.

2023 Arkansas Baseball Schedule

Date	Opponent	Time
Feb. 17	Texas	3 p.m.
Feb. 18	Texas	2 p.m.
Feb. 19	Texas	1 p.m.
Feb. 21	Alcorn State	6:30 p.m.
Feb. 22	Alcorn State	2 p.m.
Feb. 25	Grambling	2 p.m.
Feb. 26	Grambling	2 p.m.
Feb. 28	Little Rock	6:30 p.m.
March 3	No. 1 Stanford	6:30 p.m.
March 4	No. 1 Stanford	2 p.m.
March 5	No. 1 Stanford	1 p.m.
March 7	UT Arlington	6:30 p.m.
March 8	UT Arlington	2 p.m.
March 10	No. 15 Louisiana	6:30 p.m.
March 11	No. 15 Louisiana	2 p.m.
March 12	No. 15 Louisiana	1 p.m.
March 14	Central Arkansas	6:30 p.m.
March 15	Central Arkansas	6:30 p.m.
March 17-19	at LSU
March 21-23	at No. 1 Georgia
March 29-31	No. 18 Ole Miss
April 4-6	at No. 10 Missouri
April 7	No. 29 Texas Tech
April 8	No. 29 Texas Tech
April 9	No. 29 Texas Tech
April 11	at Oral Roberts	6:30 p.m.
April 14-16	at Alabama
April 18-20	No. 4 Auburn
April 21-23	at No. 16 Vanderbilt
April 25-27	Mississippi State
April 28	Little Rock	6:30 p.m.
May 5-7	at No. 2 Texas A&M
May 12-14	Kentucky
May 19-21	at No. 2 Texas A&M

Preseason Rankings and Expectations

The Razorbacks enter the 2025 season with high expectations, as they are ranked #7 in the preseason polls. This is due in part to their strong returning core of players, which includes All-American outfielder Brady Slavens and All-SEC infielder Cayden Wallace. Arkansas also has a talented group of newcomers, including highly-touted freshman Bryce Anderson.

The Razorbacks are looking to build on their success from last season, when they won the SEC regular season championship and advanced to the College World Series. They will be tested early in the season, as they open up with a series against #10 Texas. However, if they can live up to the expectations, the Razorbacks have a chance to be one of the best teams in the country in 2025.

Key Dates

The following are some key dates on the Arkansas baseball schedule in 2025:

Date	Opponent
February 14-16	#10 Texas
February 21-23	Eastern Illinois
February 28-March 2	#15 LSU
March 7-9	Mississippi State
March 14-16	Alabama
March 21-23	Auburn
March 28-30	#20 Georgia
April 4-6	Missouri
April 11-13	#5 Vanderbilt
April 18-20	South Carolina
April 25-27	#12 Ole Miss
May 2-4	Kentucky
May 9-11	#8 Florida
May 16-18	Texas A&M

Key Players and Position Battles

Returning Starters

The Razorbacks return several key starters from last year’s NCAA Tournament team, including:

Designated hitter Chris Lanzilli
Catcher Michael Turner
First baseman Brady Slavens
Shortstop Peyton Stovall
Center fielder Braydon Webb

Pitching Rotation Candidates

Arkansas also has a strong core of returning pitchers, led by junior right-hander Jaxon Wiggins and sophomore left-hander Hagen Smith. Other pitchers competing for rotation spots include:

Right-hander Connor Noland
Right-hander Dominic Taccolini
Right-hander Peyton Pallette

Position Battles

Outfield

With Webb returning to center field, there is a battle for the left field and right field positions. Candidates for these spots include:

Left Field	Right Field
Robert Moore	Jalen Battles
Tavian Josenberger	Jared Wegner

Bullpen

The Razorbacks have a deep bullpen with several experienced pitchers returning, including:

Right-hander Evan Taylor
Right-hander Kole Ramage
Left-hander Caden Monke

Ticket Information

Single-game tickets will go on sale in February 2025. Fans can purchase tickets online, over the phone, or at the Baum-Walker Stadium box office. Season tickets are also available, and they offer a number of benefits, including discounted prices, priority seating, and exclusive access to pre-sale events.

Prices

Single-game ticket prices vary depending on the seat location. The most expensive tickets are located behind home plate, while the cheapest tickets are located in the outfield. Season ticket prices start at $300 for adults and $200 for children. The best way to find the best tickets deals are on the team’s official website in “Tickets.”

Discounts

A number of discounts are available on single-game and season tickets. Discounts are available for seniors, military members, and groups of 10 or more. Discounts are also available for specific games, such as weekend games and midweek games.

Season Promotions

The Razorbacks offer a number of season promotions throughout the year. These promotions include:

Giveaway Nights

On select nights throughout the season, the Razorbacks give away free merchandise to fans. The type of merchandise varies depending on the night, but it typically includes items such as t-shirts, hats, and jerseys.

Theme Nights

The Razorbacks host several different theme nights throughout the season, such as Superhero Night and Star Wars Night. These nights typically include special activities and giveaways related to the theme. They are a fun way for fans to show their spirit and cheer on the team.

Fireworks Nights

Every Friday night home game, the Razorbacks host a fireworks show after the game.

Post-Game Concerts

Select Saturday night home games will feature a post-game concert by a local or regional band. The concerts are free to all fans with a ticket to the game. For more information on the concerts and the band playing, visit the Razorback’s official website under “Schedule.”

Date	Band
April 11	The Big Dam Horns
May 2	Mose Wilson and the Delta Rhythm Kings
May 16	Levi Riggs

Outlook for the 2025 Season

The 2025 Arkansas baseball season is shaping up to be an exciting one. The Razorbacks return a strong core of players from last year’s team, which finished 36-23 and made it to the NCAA Tournament. Led by head coach Dave Van Horn, Arkansas will look to compete for an SEC championship and make a deep run in the postseason.

The Razorbacks have a number of strengths heading into the 2025 season. The team’s pitching staff is expected to be one of the best in the country, led by ace Connor Noland. The offense should also be strong, with a number of returning starters and some talented newcomers. Arkansas also has a strong defense, with a number of players who can make plays all over the field.

One of the biggest challenges for the Razorbacks in 2025 will be replacing Jaxon Wiggins, who was one of the best players in the country last year. However, the team has a number of players who are capable of stepping up and filling his role. Overall, the Razorbacks have a lot of potential in 2025. The team has a strong core of players, a talented coaching staff, and a supportive fan base. If everything comes together, Arkansas could be a dangerous team in 2025.

10. Key Players to Watch

Here are 10 players to watch on the 2025 Arkansas baseball team:

2025 Arkansas Baseball Schedule

The 2025 Arkansas Razorbacks baseball schedule has yet to be released, but the team is expected to play a challenging non-conference schedule in addition to its 30-game Southeastern Conference slate. Arkansas is coming off a successful 2023 season in which they won the College World Series, and they will be looking to build on that success in 2025.

Some of the potential non-conference opponents for Arkansas in 2025 include:

Texas
Oklahoma
LSU
Ole Miss
Stanford

The Razorbacks will also play a home-and-home series against SEC rival Vanderbilt in 2025.