A shortstop's search for a fresh start
Carson Brumbaugh, an Arkansas baseball infielder and the No. 77 overall prospect of the 2025 class, has entered the transfer portal after a disappointing freshman campaign.
The Oklahoma native began the 2026 season as the Razorbacks' starting shortstop but managed only a .140 batting average, leading to his benching for the SEC opener against Mississippi State in mid‑March. He also logged two mound appearances as a hard‑throwing right‑hander.
Brumbaugh's younger brother, Cayden Brumbaugh, remains on the roster of an Oklahoma team that is set to face Alabama in the College World Series, adding a familial storyline to the transfer narrative.
Roster reshuffling and future plans
Coach Dave Van Horn and the Arkansas baseball staff are already scouting the portal for a replacement at shortstop, aiming to rebuild the infield for the 2027 season.
Veterans such as TJ Pompey and Nolan Souza continue to provide depth, while the program looks to blend experienced talent with fresh recruits.
The move reflects a growing trend in college baseball, where players increasingly use the transfer portal to find better fits and opportunities for playing time.
Arkansas hopes to return to contention by securing a more productive shortstop, and the coming months will reveal which prospects ultimately choose the Razorbacks.