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The Kansas baseball team poses for a photo after defeating Arkansas in the Lawrence regional championship game on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas head coach Dan Fitzgerald addresses the crowd after the Jayhawks defeated Arkansas in the Lawrence regional championship game on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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The Kansas baseball team thanks the fans after the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas outfielders Brady Ballinger (26) and Jordan Bach hug after defeating Arkansas in the Lawrence regional championship on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Tyson LeBlanc and senior Dariel Osoria dance after defeating Arkansas in the Lawrence regional championship on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Tyson LeBlanc slides safely into second base during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Tyson LeBlanc avoids being hit by a pitch during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas pitcher Boede Rahe yells in celebration during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas catcher Augusto Mungarrieta blocks a bounced pitch during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas pitcher Boede Rahe follows through with his pitching motion during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Dylan Schlotterback sends a ball to the outfield during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas right fielder Jordan Bach yells in celebration after working a walk during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas head coach Dan Fitzgerald speaks with an umpire during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Dariel Osoria beats the throw to first after laying down a bunt during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Josh Dykhoff goes to round first base during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas pitcher Riane Ritter yells in celebration to the dugout during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas pitcher Riane Ritter pumps his fist after closing an inning of the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas shortstop Tyson LeBlanc brings left fielder Brady Ballinger his gear between innings of the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas designated hitter Max Soliz Jr. looks to make contact during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Brady Ballinger celebrates with the dugout during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas pitcher Riane Ritter takes a moment before stepping on the mound during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Dariel Osoria takes a moment during a pitching change in the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Dariel Osoria hops on second base as he records a double during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Josh Dykhoff (16) is welcomed to home plate by teammates after hitting a home run in the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Josh Dykhoff celebrates as he trots around the bases during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas designated hitter Max Soliz Jr. looks to make contact during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Brady Ballinger looks to make contact during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Dylan Schlotterback takes a lead off first base during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas first baseman Josh Dykhoff goes to step on first after fielding a ground ball during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Tyson LeBlanc looks to make contact during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Brady Ballinger takes a lead off second base during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas right fielder Jordan Bach rounds third during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Brady Ballinger avoids being hit by a pitch during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas right fielder Jordan Bach takes a lead off first base during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Josh Dykhoff takes a swing during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas second baseman Dariel Osoria looks to make a play during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas outfielders Tyson Owens, Brady Ballinger, and Jordan Bach (left to right) meet during a pitching change in the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas catcher Augusto Mungarrieta watches in a pitch during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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The Kansas infield huddles for a mound visit during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Dariel Osoria lines his barrel up with a pitch during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas second baseman Dariel Osoria throws to first to record an out during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas right fielder Jordan Bach secures a fly ball during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Augusto Mungarrieta takes a swing during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Tyson LeBlanc tosses his bat after drawing a walk during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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The Kansas baseball team huddles prior to its NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Dariel Osoria hits a home run during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Tyson LeBlanc celebrates as he rounds the bases during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Tyson LeBlanc hits a three-run home run during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas second baseman Dariel Osoria (23) attempts to turn a double play with shortstop Tyson LeBlanc during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas center fielder Tyson Owens fields a ball in the outfield during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas pitcher Manning West delivers a pitch during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas catcher Augusto Mungarrieta (right) visits the mound to calm down pitcher Toby Scheidt during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas shortstop Tyson LeBlanc throws to first during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas pitcher Toby Scheidt strides out to pitch during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas catcher Augusto Mungarrieta goes to tag Arkansas’ Damian Ruiz during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas first baseman Josh Dykhoff catches a fly ball in foul territory during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas catcher Augusto Mungarrieta looks to throw to first after fielding a bunt during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Dariel Osoria takes a lead off second base during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas pitcher Mathis Nayral delivers a pitch during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.

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Kansas sophomore Tyson Owens lines his barrel up with a pitch during the Jayhawks’ NCAA tournament game against Arkansas on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence.