Samford’s Freshman Righty Michael Fredette Brings Pitchability, Not Flash
In the 2026 season, Samford freshman pitcher Michael Fredette has shown the Bulldogs enough trust to earn starts, and he flashed real value in a May 5 win at North Alabama by throwing 3.0 innings with just one hit allowed. He arrived from Mt. Paran High School ranked the No. 23 pitcher in Georgia by Perfect Game, and Samford even tagged him preseason Freshman of the Year material, which hints at real internal belief. The early stat line is rocky, but the fit looks like a competitive, strike-throwing arm with upside that could grow as he matures.
