Former UNC pitcher Kent Emanuel called up to majors

Posted Apr 4, 2024
On Monday, April 1, the Miami Marlins called up former Tar Heel pitcher Kent Emanuel from their Triple-A affiliate, the Jacksonville (FL) Jumbo Shrimp. With the call-up, this means Emanuel will likely play his first 2024 game in the majors. Emanuel last played in 2021 with the Houston Astros, appearing in 10 games and compiling an impressive 2.55 ERA. (Tar Heels Wire)

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