Hunter Barco threw five shutout innings for Greensboro on Saturday night, lowering his ERA at the level to 1.65. The lefty pitched five innings for the first time in his career, after pitching into the fifth twice at the end of April.
Barco was the second round pick in the 2022 draft, selected out of Florida as a junior. He had undergone Tommy John surgery, which would delay the start to his pro career. Prior to the surgery, Barco was looking like a first round talent.
After making his debut in late 2023, Barco was sent to Greensboro this year for his first full professional season.