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FSU Baseball Stars Shine Ahead of 2026 MLB Draft

Top prospects Wes Mendes, Trey Beard, Myles Bailey and Brayden Dowd lead a Seminoles contingent headed to Philadelphia

The 2026 Major League Baseball draft is fast approaching, and a quartet of Florida State University standouts have secured spots among the nation's top 250 prospects.

Where and When

The two‑day event will be held in Philadelphia on July 11 and 12, giving the Seminoles a national stage to showcase their talent.

Broadcast partners NBC and Peacock, along with the MLB.tv app, will carry the coverage, ensuring that viewers across the country can follow every pick.

Standout Performances

Right‑hander Wes Mendes anchored the rotation with a 2.90 ERA and 173 strikeouts, earning ACC Pitcher of the Year honors.

Transfer pitcher Trey Beard, who moved from Florida Atlantic University, posted a 4.50 ERA and was recognized as ACC Pitcher of the Week during the season.

Myles Bailey led the conference with a 1.495 OPS and hit 13 home runs, while Brayden Dowd added a .983 OPS and 10 homers, tying him for second on the team.

Together, the four players give FSU a strong representation in the draft, highlighting the program’s continued pipeline of elite talent.

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