Auburn's baseball program is poised for a milestone as it prepares to compete in the SEC Tournament with the aim of securing a championship game berth for the first time in nearly three decades.
The Tigers have opened the tournament with two straight victories, downing LSU and Texas A&M, showcasing a pitching staff that has been both dominant and resilient.
A historic opportunity
Their next test will come on Saturday, May 23, at 3:30 p.m. Central Time, when they meet Arkansas, a team that has surged to an eight‑win stretch in its last eleven outings, including a four‑game winning streak.
The contest will be televised on the SEC Network and streamed via SEC Network+, while radio listeners can tune in to WMSP‑AM and WGZZ‑FM for live play‑by‑play.
Auburn’s expected starter on the mound is right‑hander Alex Petrovic, who enters the game with a 9‑2 record and a 3.38 ERA, giving the Tigers a solid anchor for the crucial matchup.
Coach Butch Thompson, who has guided the team through a season of growth, will look to blend veteran experience with the fresh energy of his younger arms as the tournament progresses.