Hogs fall to Tigers after disastrous 5th inning

Seventh-ranked Arkansas loses to Auburn after giving up 7 runs in a single frame

Apr. 3, 2026 at 8:31pm

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The No. 17 Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team suffered a tough loss to the Auburn Tigers, with a disastrous 7-run fifth inning proving to be their undoing. The Hogs gave up 6 hits, 2 walks, and committed an error in the fateful frame, allowing the Tigers to pull away for the victory.

Why it matters

This loss is a setback for the Razorbacks, who were ranked 17th nationally and hoping to make a strong push in SEC play. The 7-run inning highlights the team's struggles with consistency and defensive lapses, which could hinder their chances of making the NCAA Tournament later this year.

The details

Arkansas starting pitcher Jaxon Wiggins was cruising through the first four innings, but the wheels came off in the 5th. The Tigers strung together 6 hits, including a 2-run double and a 3-run home run, while also drawing a pair of walks and taking advantage of a Razorbacks error to score 7 runs and blow the game open.

  • The game took place on April 3, 2026 in Auburn, Alabama.

The players

Jaxon Wiggins

The starting pitcher for the Arkansas Razorbacks.

Auburn Tigers

The home team and opponent of the Arkansas Razorbacks in this game.

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What’s next

Arkansas will look to bounce back in their next SEC series against the Mississippi State Bulldogs, while Auburn will try to build on this win as they continue their conference schedule.

The takeaway

This loss highlights the challenges the Razorbacks face in maintaining consistency throughout an entire game, an issue that could hamper their postseason aspirations if not addressed. The Tigers, meanwhile, demonstrated their ability to capitalize on their opponent's mistakes and put together a big inning to secure the victory.