Michael Busch flourishing, Zac Gallen struggling, others doing well in minor leagues
Posted Jun 16, 2025
The three former UNC baseball players in the major leagues have had a mixed bag this season, including strong play from Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch and struggles for Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen. The most impressive of the 26 Tar Heels in the minor leagues have been pitchers Cooper Criswell, Dalton Pence, and Austin Love.
(Tar Heel Tribune)
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