The Florida Gators had Hurston Waldrep selected 14th overall by the Atlanta Braves in the 2024 MLB Draft.
On Sunday, Waldrep had his 2025 debut for the organization at the Speedway Classic in Bristol, Tennessee. The Braves had a three-game series with the Cincinnati Reds at Bristol Motor Speedway, marking the first time an MLB game took place in Tennessee.
Waldrep had a solid outing, pitching 5.2 innings, allowing three hits, one run, and striking out four batters. The Braves went on to win 4-2, which was not only Waldrep's first MLB victory but also the first for an MLB pitcher in Tennessee.