Florida State University capped the 2026 MLB Draft with a standout performance, selecting seven prospects across the 20 rounds and reinforcing its status as a premier developer of major‑league talent.
The achievement reflects the program’s resurgence under head coach Link Jarrett, whose tenure has been marked by a series of historic draft milestones.
Early‑Round Impact
The early rounds produced immediate buzz as pitcher Wes Mendes was chosen 57th overall by the Houston Astros, first baseman Myles Bailey landed at 75th with the Chicago Cubs, and outfielder Brayden Dowd was taken 88th by the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Later Rounds and Broader Reach
Additional selections followed in later rounds, with Trey Beard heading to the Miami Marlins in the fifth round, Bryson Moore joining the Pittsburgh Pirates in the seventh, and both Cole Stokes and Brodie Purcell being picked by the Tampa Bay Rays and Cincinnati Reds respectively in the 12th round.
Historic Context
The draft marks the third occasion in program history that at least three Seminoles have been selected in the first three rounds, and it is the second straight year that multiple players have cracked that elite tier.
With a pipeline that consistently delivers talent, the Seminoles are positioned to remain a focal point for scouts and analysts tracking the next generation of MLB stars.