A promising prospect chooses the pros
Troy Fisher, a 6‑foot‑3, 200‑pound shortstop from Liberty North High School in Missouri, has signed a minor‑league contract with the Atlanta Braves, forgoing the college route he had originally committed to.
The deal marks a notable shift for the Razorbacks, who had listed Fisher among 11 high‑school signees for the 2026 class but will not see him on the Fayetteville campus. Instead, the Braves will develop him as a professional prospect, a move that reflects a growing trend of top amateurs opting for early pro careers.
Fisher’s senior season was impressive: he batted .364, hit six home runs, added six doubles and drove in 21 runs, earning him honorable‑mention honors on the Class 6 All‑State team and a No. 395 ranking by Baseball America for the 2024 draft.
Coach Dave Van Horn, who leads the Arkansas program, has noted that several current Razorbacks may also explore free‑agent opportunities if they choose to pursue professional baseball, suggesting that Fisher’s decision is part of a broader pattern within the squad.
Fall practice on the horizon for Arkansas
With Fisher’s departure, Arkansas will enter fall practice on September 9 with 41 players slated to report, a roster that includes a mix of returning veterans and fresh talent eager to fill the void left by the high‑profile signing.