From Baton Rouge to the Big Apple
Gavin Guidry, a right‑handed pitcher who spent four seasons at Louisiana State University, has officially signed a minor‑league contract with the New York Mets after being selected in the 16th round of the 2026 MLB Draft.
The Mets’ decision reflects both the promise Guidry showed in college and the organization’s willingness to invest in talent that has already proven itself on the national stage.
During his tenure at LSU, Guidry was a member of two College World Series championship teams, contributing to titles in 2023 and 2025. As a true freshman in 2023, he emerged as one of the team’s most reliable relievers, appearing in the finals against Florida and delivering key innings in the decisive Game 3.
Despite battling injuries that sidelined him for parts of the 2025 season, Guidry returned in 2026 to log a career‑high 43.2 innings, striking out 59 batters while posting a 3.85 ERA. His resilience caught the attention of scouts, including those of the Mets, who drafted him with the 480th overall pick.
A fresh start in New York
Now based in New York, Guidry joins a pitching staff that includes rising stars such as Paul Skenes, Anthony Eyanson and Kade Anderson. The quartet represents a new generation of arms aimed at revitalizing the Mets’ rotation and contending for a postseason berth.
Mets general manager Alex Cohen praised Guidry’s “competitive fire” and “ability to perform under pressure,” noting that the pitcher’s experience in high‑stakes games should translate well to the rigors of Major League Baseball.
The organization hopes Guidry can eventually earn a spot in the major‑league roster, but for now he will begin the season in the farm system, working on command and refining his secondary pitches. Fans in Baton Rouge and beyond will be watching closely as the former LSU ace attempts to turn his collegiate success into professional impact.