UF left-handed pitcher Hunter Barco announced on social media on Tuesday night that he will undergo Tommy John surgery to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his throwing elbow.
The third-year sophomore from Jacksonville was having a huge season prior to his injury. He finishes the season with a 5-2 record and a 2.50 ERA. He struck out 69 batters in 50 1/3 innings.
“Over the last few weeks, I have had plenty of time to reflect on my years as a Florida Gator,” Barco said in his social media message. “There is not just one play or one pitch that means more to me than another.