Michael Malki, the 2026 WAC Pitcher of the Year, announced his commitment to the University of Arkansas baseball program, joining a recruiting class that already features several promising arms.
During his sophomore season at Cal Baptist, he posted an immaculate 11‑0 record with a 3.12 earned run average, striking out 111 batters over 75 innings while walking only 37.
His repertoire is anchored by a fastball that consistently sits in the low 90‑mile‑per‑hour range, complemented by a sharp off‑speed mix that has kept hitters off balance throughout the season.
Because he remains draft‑eligible, the Razorbacks must weigh the allure of a potential professional contract against the benefits of retaining a proven weekend starter for the 2027 campaign.
A Strategic Addition for the Razorbacks
Coach Brad Bohannon and the staff envision Malki as one of three primary weekend pitchers, a role that could solidify the rotation heading into the next season.
A California native, Malki previously appeared in ten games as a freshman in 2025, gaining valuable experience that he now brings to Fayetteville.