About Merritt: Merritt is a competitive pitcher with a strong arm and good velocity. Look for him to compete for innings out of the bullpen.

Before Bryant: Graduated from Norwalk High School in 2007 ... Also lettered in football ... Owns two Norwalk school records for most catches in a game (12) and most yards in a game (227).

Personal: Son of Kimberly and Timothy Merritt ... Born March 31, 1989 ... Is undecided in the College of Business.