While the Major League Baseball season began Sunday, the minor leagues don't open their seasons until Thursday.
There are 22 former Arkansas players playing across all levels below the big leagues, from independent ball to triple-A.
Here is a look where each one will begin the season.
Brian Anderson – 2B – Jupiter Hammerheads (A-advanced)
Organization: Miami Marlins (third professional season)
Last season (A-advanced): 132 games, 112-for-477 (.235 avg.), 22 2B, 2 3B, 8 HR, 62 RBI, 50 R
Season opener: Thursday, at St. Lucie Mets
Barrett Astin – RHP – Pensacola Blue Wahoos (AA)
Organization: Cincinnati Reds (fourth professional season)
Last season (AA and A-advanced): 30 games, 25 starts, 8-9, 3.