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Hunter Barco is big league bound: Former Gator lefty set to make Major League debut

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Another Gator baseball-built player is headed to the big leagues. The Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday announced that they are calling up their No. 4 prospect, former University of Florida left-handed pitcher Hunter Barco for their last two series of the regular season.

We have selected the contract of LHP Hunter Barco. LHP Evan Sisk has been optioned to the minors, and outfielder Ronny Simon has been transferred from the 10- to the 60-day injured list.

— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) September 23, 2025

Barco was drafted by the Pirates in the second round (pick No.