Austin Barnes

Rodón, Stanton highlight NC connections to the World Series

November 1, 2024 Asheebo Rojas

It’s safe to say the first World Series start for former Holly Springs High School and NC State standout pitcher Carlos Rodón could have gone much better. As the Yankees’ starter in their 4-2 Game […]

The Big Dumper leads NC’s representation in MLB postseason

October 12, 2022 Shawn Krest

October is famous for crowning new cult heroes during baseball’s postseason, and this year has already found a prime candidate to join them: The Big Dumper. Cal Raleigh’s nickname — which celebrates the Seattle catcher’s […]

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ECU suspends punter Barnes after alcohol-related arrest

November 20, 2017 Brett Friedlander

Saturday’s Senior Day win against Cincinnati wasn’t just the last home game of punter Austin Barnes’ East Carolina football career. It will also turn out to be his last game, period. The graduate transfer from […]