A Junior Who Redefined the Rotation
Wes Mendes, a right‑handed pitcher for Florida State University, has been selected to Perfect Game’s All‑American Second Team, a testament to a breakout junior campaign that has put him squarely on the radar of MLB scouts.
Mendes capped the season with a 3.38 earned‑run average over 120 innings, striking out 173 batters while walking just 31. Opponents batted only .218 against him, and he posted a 9‑3 record with two complete games, allowing just 12 home runs and 15 doubles.
From Ole Miss to the ACC Crown
The pitcher’s journey began at Ole Miss, where he spent a freshman year before transferring to Tallahassee. In his sophomore season he posted a 5.42 ERA over 78 innings, but a move to FSU unlocked a dramatic turnaround that culminated in the ACC Pitcher of the Year award.
His performance helped the Seminoles secure a strong finish, and the accolades have sparked talk of an early draft selection. Analysts expect Mendes to be chosen in the first two rounds of the 2026 MLB Draft, a projection that could reshape the program’s future.