Barry University Athletics

MIKE AT A GLANCE: He is a tall and strong player with huge potential on the mound ... Looking to improve his delivery, as well as his game experience on the mound ... Will be great to adding depth to the bullpen.

FRESHMAN (2017): Made six relief appearances on the hill ... Held Ave Maria hitless and scoreless, and recorded a strikeout in an inning of work (Feb. 21) ... Worked a third of an inning vs. Chestnut Hill, giving up no hits and no runs (March 7) ... Kept Wilmington off the board without allowing a hit in an inning of work (March 8) ... Had three strikeouts in two innings at St. Thomas (Feb. 14).

HIGH SCHOOL: Played for coach Mike Moss at Chaminade Madonna High ... Went 6-2 with a 3.03 ERA ... Had 62 strikeouts in 30.3 innings ... All-Star Team selection ... Perfect Game All-American Honorable Mention.

PERSONAL: Son of Ruben and Lisette Blanco ... Has two siblings, Maurice and Carolina ... Majoring in physical therapy.