His role has gained importance with bullpen ace Cory Kuzmik moving to the starting rotation.

Coach Callahan's comment: "Mike will be a key to our bullpen this year as one of our top right-handed pitchers."

2007: Appeared in nine games as a freshman, striking out seven batters in 14 innings of work.

Prior to NJIT: Four-year varsity starter for coach Dave Hobbs at Albertus Magnus HS in Rockland (NY) County. ... Played on the Westchester Cubs. ... member of the National Honor Society.

Personal: Michael John Burgaleta ... last name is pronounced "bur-ga-LET-a" .... business manangement major. ... born 8/8/88 in Nyack, NY.