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Razorbacks see starting potential in Wiggins

( Andy Shupe)

Arkansas pitcher Jaxon Wiggins throws during a game against Murray State on Friday, March 5, 2021, in Fayetteville.

FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas fans might see right-handed pitcher Jaxon Wiggins at the other end of a game soon.

Wiggins, who has been a late-innings reliever this season, is being evaluated as a starting pitcher, Arkansas coach Dave Van Horn and pitching coach Matt Hobbs said this week. Hobbs said Wiggins threw around 65 pitches to hitters Monday.

“He’s a strong, physical kid who has not had a ton of mileage,” Hobbs said.