Gregory says he will transfer from Arkansas

Arkansas left fielder Zack Gregory dives into first base during an NCAA Tournament game against Oklahoma State on Saturday, June 4, 2022, in Stillwater, Okla.

FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas left fielder Zack Gregory will transfer, he announced Wednesday. 

“What a ride,” Gregory wrote on his Instagram page. “I am so incredibly thankful for the opportunities I was given at the University of Arkansas. Thank you to my coaches, my teammates, and the best fans in the nation for making me feel at home! Thank you to my family for always supporting me and all the sacrifice you have made for me. I will be entering my name into the transfer portal to utilize my last year of eligibility. Always & forever a Hog.” 

Gregory redshirted his first season with the Razorbacks in 2019 and played in 10 games before the 2020 season was canceled. He found expanded playing time in 2021 when he started 32 games and played in 11 others. 

He was the Razorbacks’ regular starter in left field and a team captain this season when he started 53 games. Gregory batted .212 with 42 runs scored, 5 home runs and 18 RBI. He led the team with 16 hit by pitches, was third with a .414 on-base percentage and fourth with 35 walks. 

With Gregory transferring, Arkansas is likely to replace seven of its eight every-day position starters, including all three outfielders in 2023. Center fielder Braydon Webb, right fielder Chris Lanzilli and catcher Michael Turner are out of eligibility, and second baseman Robert Moore, shortstop Jalen Battles and third baseman Cayden Wallace are expected to be drafted and sign professionally.

First baseman Peyton Stovall was a freshman this season. 

Gregory is the eighth member of the 2022 team to enter the transfer portal. Five of the eight were on the team’s postseason travel roster. 

Catcher Dylan Leach (Missouri) and pitcher Heston Tole (Texas) have announced their transfer destinations. Pitcher Gabe Starks and utility player Max Soliz entered the portal earlier this week.