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Pregame Notes
The only change in Arkansas' lineup is Braydon Webb getting the nod in center field over Zack Gregory. He slotted in at the cleanup spot, prompting a few changes in the order. The full lineups are listed below.
B-2nd: Arkansas 1, Illinois State 0
The Razorbacks have their first lead of the season. It comes on a solo home run by Robert Moore.
B-3rd: Arkansas 2, Illinois State 0
Cayden Wallace’s first hit of the season is an RBI single to extend the Razorbacks’ lead to 2-0.
B-5th: Arkansas 4, Illinois State 0
After a leadoff double by Wallace that nearly cleared the fence and a walk by Webb, Moore doubled the Razorbacks’ lead with a two-run double.
B-8th: Arkansas 5, Illinois State 0
Michael Turner adds to the lead with an RBI double into the left field corner.
T-9th: Arkansas 5, Illinois State 1
The Redbirds prevent a shutout with a two-out RBI single by pinch hitter Connor Olson.
FINAL - Arkansas 5, Illinois State 1
First pitch: noon CT
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