Hard-Throwing Rookie Finding His Way for Lafayette
Maksimow is a freshman RHP for Lafayette who entered the 2026 season with a strong prep résumé, including a four-year starter label, a Bell Award, and a senior line of .381 with a 2.76 ERA at Chatham. In 2026, he has flashed swing-and-miss ability in short outings, but the early numbers show some growing pains as he adjusts to college lineups. The appeal is the frame, strikeout potential, and starter-like pedigree; the question is consistency, command, and how quickly he turns raw stuff into dependable Patriot League innings.