Merrimack College baseball is set to compete in its first MAAC tournament this Wednesday, following a standout season under head coach Brian Murphy, who was named coach of the year. The Warriors finished strong, achieving a 20-win season and securing a #4 seed, highlighted by a ten-game conference win streak. Notable players include first-team selections Matt DeShiro and Joey Frammartino, with DeShiro leading the conference in runs, hits, and notable streaks, while Frammartino holds the school record for walks.

By the Numbers
  • Matt DeShiro leads the MAAC in runs (60), hits (75), and holds a 39-game on-base streak.
  • Greg Cristino tops the MAAC with 54 RBI and 18 doubles, and is tied for second in home runs (13).
State of Play
  • Merrimack enters the tournament after a 10-game win streak to finish the regular season.
  • Other key contributors include Jack Andrews with 18 stolen bases and Jayden Hamilton boasting an 11-game hit streak.
What's Next

The Warriors kick off the MAAC tournament against Canisius at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, aiming to capitalize on their strong momentum and talented roster.

Bottom Line

Merrimack’s baseball team, fueled by significant individual achievements and a robust finish to the regular season, looks poised to make an impact in their inaugural MAAC tournament appearance.