Merrimack’s young lefty working into a bigger role
In the 2025 season, Samuel Franco made 14 appearances and one start for Merrimack, logging 22.2 innings with 12 strikeouts and one win, then opened 2026 as a left-handed arm the Warriors trusted in both relief and starts[1][3]. The profile here is intriguing more than flashy: a long, projectable 6-foot-4 southpaw with game experience against stronger lineups, but also a pitcher still proving consistency after a 2025 ERA above 11 in the season stats feed and a few rough outings in 2026[3][10][11]. If your team wants a developing LHP with size and upside rather than a finished product, he’s worth a look[1][3].
