Louisville? No — Louisiana’s late-inning lefty who quietly became a bullpen weapon
In the 2026 season, Papenbrock gave Louisiana a real swingman edge: a 4-0 record, 3 saves, a 5.36 ERA, and 29 strikeouts in just over 40 innings, with several high-leverage outings that showed he can calm chaos and steal innings. He’s a 6-foot-4, 225-pound graduate lefty who worked mostly in relief, handled multiple roles, and even delivered a season-high 5.1 scoreless innings in a key win. If you want a sturdy, competitive, matchup-friendly arm with pro upside, he’s a fit.
