Florida pitchers shine for Team USA in training camp performances

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Florida pitchers shine for Team USA in training camp performances
Summary

Aidan King, the SEC Pitcher of the Year, led a trio of Florida pitchers for the USA College National Team on Sunday. King struck out five batters while allowing only two hits in a 9-1 victory over the Greenville Flyboys. Relievers Barber and Whritenour also performed well; Barber closed the eighth inning without allowing a run, striking out one and touching 99 mph. Whritenour pitched for the Stripes in a 6-1 win, though he faced command issues. Florida's baseball program is experiencing significant transfer activity, with several players entering the portal recently.

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  • Aidan King pitched for Team USA, striking out five in 5 innings.
  • Barber retired the side in the eighth, touching 99 mph.
  • Whritenour faced command issues but did not allow hits in his outing.
  • Seven Florida arms have entered the transfer portal recently.
  • Florida has secured commitments from multiple transfers for next season.
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Aidan King got the start for the USA College National Team on Sunday, and two Florida relievers followed him. Here's how they did.

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