Arkansas opened a 7-1 lead with a five-run fourth inning. Logan Maxwell hit a grand slam off AJ Russell, the Vols' third pitcher of the inning. The Razorbacks loaded the bases on singles by Cam Kozeal and Reese Robinett, followed by an intentional walk to Charles Davalan to set up a force play.

FAYETTEVILLE – Count ESPN college baseball announcers Chris Burke and Kyle Peterson among those who think this might be the time that Arkansas and head coach Dave Van Horn leave Omaha with the crown. The two highly-respected analysts held a zoom with media Tuesday afternoon to discuss the upcoming College World Series, which begins Friday.

LSU baseball claimed a spot in the College World Series on Sunday night. Here's who the Tigers will face when they arrive in Omaha.