Arkansas keeps Florida scoreless in Game 2, fans and media react

The No. 5 Arkansas Razorbacks (37-8; 14-6 SEC) bounced back in the second game of the weekend series against the Florida Gators (29-16; 7-13 SEC), with a 7-0 win, propelled by an explosive six-run fifth inning in Gainesville. Arkansas had a strong offensive performance, as seven hits, including a homer by Cam Kozeal, helped generate seven runs.  

When the Razorbacks have struggled this season, especially over the last two SEC weekend series, their hitting has not been the problem; their poor pitching has caused them to depart from elite play. If Dave Van Horn needs clarity about why pitching by committee is necessary, he can observe this five-hit shutout win to comprehend the wisdom of using this strategy.  

Gage Wood pitched three fantastic innings, surrendering only one hit and delivering five strikeouts. In relief, Gabe Gaeckle allowed only one hit in 3.1 innings. Aiden Jimenez pitched the final 2.2 innings, permitting only three hits, and produced three strikeouts. If Arkansas seeks to return to playing like the best team in the country, its pitchers must perform as close to possible as they did in this game. The Hogs walked on the field with a determined attitude to dominate Florida, and they must bring this same attitude to each of their remaining games.

After overwhelming the Florida Gators in the second game of the weekend series in Gainesville, the No. 5 Arkansas Razorbacks received many positive reactions on social media.

Arkansas vs. Florida: Game 2 Social Media Reactions

Carmen Michelle, the mother of Arkansas pitcher Dylan Carter, enjoyed a "fun one today in Gainesville!"

Arkansas Baseball celebrated the excellent pitching the Hogs delivered against the Florida Gators.

Daniel Shi, an Arkansas Razorbacks beat writer at Sports Illustrated, noted that the Hogs were a dramatically different team from the one we witnessed the first game of this weekend series against Florida.

MaryEllen Brown, a Razorback fan, praised the Arkansas offense and defense.

Dave Van Horn, head coach of the Diamond Hogs, stated, "We're better than what we showed last night, and today we proved that."

Matt Jones, an Arkansas beat writer at Whole Hog Sports, highlighted the Razorbacks' excellent pitching and hitting in the second game of the weekend series against Florida.

Hunter Yurachek, director of athletics at the University of Arkansas, congratulated the Razorbacks on the "big SEC road WIN."

ThisIsBaseball stated, "Wehiwa Aloy is an amazing baseball player. Best short stop we've had in a long time (maybe ever) and we have had some great short stops."

William H. Snead III, an Arkansas fan, wrote, "Good team win. Go get the rubber match tomorrow and get back on track."

Dr. Antonio M. Daniels, an Arkansas Razorbacks beat writer at FanSided's Razorbackers, said, "Arkansas's pitchers deserve great credit today for pitching a five-hit shutout against Florida in Gainesville. Excellent hitting today, too. Hogs win 7-0! Woo Pig Sooie!"