The Southern League's second half began with a six-game series between Knoxville and Birmingham, which ended in a 3-3 split. Mark McLaughlin, a former pitcher for the University of Tennessee, joined the Barons from Winston-Salem. He made two appearances during the series, showcasing his skills with a record of two strikeouts in limited pitching opportunities. Selected in the 2022 MLB draft, McLaughlin had previously excelled at the college level, achieving a notable 1.90 ERA and a significant number of strikeouts during his time with the Volunteers.
He recorded one strikeout and totaled 19 pitches (nine strikes) against four batters.
McLaughlin (5-1) totaled 97 strikeouts, one save and a 1.90 ERA in 75.2 innings at Tennessee.
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