( Andy Shupe)
Arkansas reliever Kevin Kopps delivers to the plate Thursday, May 20, 2021, during the eighth inning of play against Florida at Baum-Walker Stadium in Fayetteville.
FAYETTEVILLE — Three Arkansas baseball players are semifinalists for the Dick Howser Trophy that is given to college baseball’s national player of the year.
Pitcher Kevin Kopps, outfielder Christian Franklin and first baseman Brady Slavens are among 41 semifinalists for the award. Finalists will be announced June 8 and the winner will be announced during the College World Series.
Arkansas and Vanderbilt are tied for the most semifinalists.