FAYETTEVILLE — With a dynamic fastball from the left side, Matt Cronin had firmly positioned himself as a high-value draft target by the second month of last season.
It was just a matter of time before that big arm turned into a big payday.
Cronin was selected by the Washington Nationals in the fourth round with the 123rd overall pick of the MLB Draft on Monday. According to MLB.com, Cronin's position in the draft has a suggested signing bonus value of $464,500.
He is expected to turn pro following the conclusion of the Razorbacks' season.
Cronin, a 6-2, 225-pound junior, is one of the most decorated closers in program history.