Bats awaken as Arkansas hammers Nebraska-Omaha

Arkansas’ cold stretch of hitting is over after the Diamond Hogs reached base 25 times on Wednesday against Omaha.

The Arkansas lineup smashed three home runs and Diamond Hogs pitchers scattered 10 hits in the Razorbacks’ 15-3 win over Nebraska-Omaha on Wednesday.

The game was only a one-off as Arkansas prepares next for a weekend series against Southeastern Louisiana at Baum-Walker Stadium. The No. 3 Razorbacks’ win moved them to 5-2 on the season.

In all, the Diamond Hogs reached base 25 times. Catcher Michael Turner had the best day at the plate, going 3 for 3 with a two-run home run and a sacrifice fly. Shortstop Jalen Battles had two hits, a walk and two runs. Chris Lanzilli went 2 for 4 with a double, three RBI and a run. Peyton Stovall and Brady Slavens also homered.

Arkansas took control of the game with a five-run fifth and exploded it with a seven-run fifth.

All the while six Arkansas pitchers struck out eight Mavericks batters while walking just three with the only extra-base hit being a double. Senior left-hander Evan Taylor picked up with the win when he retired the side in order in fifth and sixth.

First pitch against SELA is Friday at 3 p.m.