Arkansas pitcher Connor Noland returns to the dugout following the first inning of an NCAA Tournament game against North Carolina on Saturday, June 11, 2022, in Chapel Hill, N.C.
FAYETTEVILLE — Two drafted Arkansas pitchers signed professional contracts this week.
Left hander Evan Taylor and right hander Connor Noland, who were selected in consecutive picks in the ninth round of the MLB Draft on Monday, signed with the Miami Marlins and Chicago Cubs, respectively.
Taylor signed with the Marlins for $140,000, which was $25,300 under slot value, according to MLB.