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Barco's Grueling Journey: 2 Flights, 5-Hour Delay for 4.2 Innings
29 Apr
Summary
- Pitcher Hunter Barco pitched 4.2 innings after a challenging travel day.
- Barco flew two flights and faced a five-hour delay before his outing.
- His effort aided a taxed Pirates bullpen during a busy schedule.
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie left-hander Hunter Barco took on a significant workload recently, pitching the final 4.2 innings of an 11-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. This came after he was called up from Triple-A Indianapolis on the same day, having been informed of his immediate need to pitch.
Barco's journey to the mound was fraught with difficulty. He flew two separate flights and experienced a five-to-six-hour delay in Atlanta before landing in Pittsburgh just 25 minutes prior to the game's start. He arrived at PNC Park at 7:00 p.m. and had to prepare quickly.
Despite the challenging circumstances and his own admission of not performing as desired, giving up five earned runs, Barco's effort was crucial for the Pirates. The team's bullpen had pitched extensively in the preceding days, and Barco's contribution offered valuable rest to his teammates.
This extended outing highlights Barco's willingness to contribute in any role, whether as a starter or reliever, as he navigates his early major league career. He expressed pride in supporting his fellow pitchers during a period of intense scheduling for the team.
