Arkansas
Gabe Gaeckle Ready to Take Next Step for Arkansas in 2025
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Arkansas coach Dave Van Horn said it early on. Pitcher Gabe Gaeckle was on a two-year course, bullpen arm the first year, then ascend to an even bigger role once the likes of former ace Hagen Smirh moved on.
“I feel like he’ll be a starter for us,” Van Horn said in March. “He could be a starter this year but we got some guys. If we needed him to start, we could start him. He’ll be a starter next year for sure and that’s what I see.”
Now those guys are gone, the entire starting rotation from last year, Smith, Brady Tygart and Mason Molina have all started their pro careers. It leaves a massive void that Gaeckle is may help help fill.
“Whatever they want me to do I’m happy to do,” Gaeckle said. “I’m starting the scrimmages, so they’re probably building me up for that.”
After a stellar freshman season in which he became the team’s closer and pitched to a 2.32 ERA across 42 2/3 innings, Gaeckle’s fall got off to a rough start. He gave up three homers to the first three batters that he faced.
Four appearances into the fall Gaeckle is starting to settle in. He struck out five of the seven hitters he faced in two clean innings Thursday.
“I’m just working on a few pitches.” Gaeckle said. “I’m trying to throw more change-ups to righties this fall. I’ve done that a few times. Just sharpening up the rest of the arsenal.”
Although Gaeckle is one of the frontrunners to lock down a spot in the starting rotation, Van Horn has no shortage of candidates. Left-handed transfer from Ohio State Landon Beidelschies has yet to allow a run in two appearances, according to unofficial stats kept by the Arkansas media. Gage Wood is also trying to make a case after taking over in the rotation late last year.
East Carolina transfer Zach Root also becomes the next left hander to wear 33 under Van Horn. His fastball sat 91-93 Thursday in his inning of work.
Homers continue to fly out of Baum-Walker Stadium at a steady pace, including six in Thursday’s scrimmage. It was the first homer of the fall for both second baseman Cam Kozeal and catcher Elliott Peterson. Third baseman Brent Iredale also hit his team-leading fifth homer.
Arkansas will continue scrimmaging Saturday, all scrimmages are free and open to the public. A time has not been announced. The Razorbacks will play its annual Fall Classic, a seven-inning intrasquad scrimmage, 6 p.m. Oct. 4. The event is also free and open to the public.
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LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A bee swarm attack in Texas sent three people, including a firefighter, to the hospital this week, while Arkansas medical experts said most bee stings are not dangerous but can become life-threatening in certain cases.
Authorities in San Antonio said the three victims were hospitalized after being swarmed and stung by aggressive bees. Officials have not released details on what triggered the attack or the species involved.
Doctors in Arkansas said the biggest risk from a bee sting is not the sting itself, but a severe allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis.
“The concern when you have a bee sting is if you develop a severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis,” said Dr. Garrett Lewis, chief medical officer at St. Vincent Infirmary.
Lewis said warning signs include throat swelling, difficulty breathing and feeling faint, which require immediate medical attention.
“If you’re experiencing any throat swelling or severe shortness of breath, you need to seek medical care immediately,” Lewis said.
He added that people who are stung multiple times may also be at risk even without a known allergy, because each sting introduces additional venom into the body.
In the event of a swarm, Lewis said the priority should be escaping the area as quickly as possible and removing any stingers once safe.
“Seek water, seek indoor,” Lewis said. “Once you’re away from the swarm, you want to make sure that you are removing any stingers that might still be in your skin.”
Lewis also said symptoms such as dizziness, nausea and widespread hives can indicate a serious reaction.
While the Texas incident resulted in hospitalizations, a recent swarm outside a Little Rock business ended without injuries after bees briefly gathered on a tree limb before being safely removed by a beekeeper.
Lewis said the best prevention is awareness of surroundings and understanding when medical care is needed after a sting.
CORNING, Ark. (KATV) — Regulatory Enforcement Agents with the Department of Finance and Administration, along with local police, seized a significant amount of illegal THC products from Pacific Green in Corning on Tuesday.
According to the DFA, more than a dozen agents joined the City of Corning Police in the day-long operation that resulted in two arrests.
DFA agents seized more than 25 pounds of illegal products consisting of flower, vapes, and edibles.
Owner Ben Bennett and employee Sharia Shipman were arrested and both charged with the following:
- Delivery of a Schedule VI controlled substance (Class D Felony)
- Possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance with the purpose to deliver (Class B Felony)
- Controlled substances – Offenses relating to records, maintaining premises (Class C Felony)
- Possession of drug paraphernalia (Class D Felony)
- Unauthorized use of another person’s property to facilitate certain crimes (Class C Felony)
Bennett’s bond was set at $150,000, while Shipman’s bond was set at $100,000.
“In addition to selling illegal products, investigators confirmed violations involving underage access at this location,” said David Potter, Director of the Regulatory Enforcement Division. “This retailer, which was located within 1,000 feet of a school, presented significant public health and safety concerns. We are proud to partner with the Corning Police Department in addressing these violations. We seized a substantial quantity of illegal products, including flower, vapes, edibles, and other items, during the operation. We appreciate the cooperation of local law enforcement and information received from the community that led to yesterday’s operation and stopped this blatant disregard of the law.”
Note: All suspects accused of a crime are presumed innocent unless proven guilty by a court of law.
The Department of Finance and Administration said Arkansans can use Apple Wallet to present their license or ID in person, online and in apps at select organizations, including at more than 250 Transportation Security
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