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Florida State's football program blends a confident tight end room with unprecedented academic achievements, while fan expectations and legislative support shape the upcoming season.
Payton Manca, a Florida State right‑hander, was named an East All‑Star in the Cape Cod League after posting a 0.93 ERA in 19 1/3 innings. His summer success follows a strong 2025 stint with the Cotuit Kettleers and a injury‑limited 2026 season, positioning him to compete for a starting role in 2027 as the program reshapes its rotation.
Former Florida State pitcher Bryson Moore signs with the Pittsburgh Pirates, joining a rotation that already includes Wes Mendes and Trey Beard.
Florida State University celebrated a historic 2026 MLB Draft, selecting seven prospects and cementing its reputation as a top pipeline to professional baseball.
Florida State's baseball program continued its ascent with a strong showing at the 2026 MLB Draft, producing seven selections, including three in the first three rounds, and reinforcing its reputation as a top talent pipeline.
Florida State's 2026 baseball draft class delivered a historic night, with seven players and three additional commits selected, including high‑value signings that exceed slot values.
Trey Beard, a right‑handed pitcher who capped his college career at Florida State, has agreed to a $496,400 contract with the Miami Marlins, the team announced on Tuesday. The deal comes after the Marlins selected Beard with the 147th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, a sixth‑round selection that underscores the club’s confidence in his upside.
After the 2026 MLB Draft removed several key players, Florida State turns to the transfer portal to reinforce its baseball squad with experienced transfers and fresh pitching talent.
Florida State University announced that seven of its baseball players were chosen in the 2026 MLB Draft, marking the first time the program has seen at least seven selections in three straight drafts.
John Abraham, a top reliever for Florida State University, went undrafted in the 2026 MLB Draft and will return for his senior season, bringing a proven track record of excellence to the team.
Wes Mendes, a left‑handed pitcher from Florida State University, was selected in the second round of the 2026 MLB Draft by the Houston Astros, capping a standout college career that included ACC Pitcher of the Year honors and impressive statistical milestones.
Junior left‑hander Wes Mendes and sophomore first baseman Myles Bailey were chosen in the second round of the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting Florida State's third consecutive 40‑win campaign and a program‑record 62nd NCAA appearance.
Florida State University's baseball program is set to dominate the 2026 MLB Draft, with a record‑breaking pool of talent and several key players eyeing early‑round picks in Philadelphia.
Florida State University’s baseball program is poised to dominate the 2026 MLB Draft, with several standout players projected among the early selections. The draft will take place in Philadelphia during All‑Star Week, highlighting a season marked by record draft numbers and notable individual performances.
Florida State’s baseball program is poised to dominate the 2026 MLB Draft, with a historic 11‑player haul in 2025 and a new wave of standout prospects projected to be selected among the early picks in Philadelphia.
Four Florida State University pitchers and hitters are among the nation's top 250 prospects for the upcoming MLB draft, with Mendes earning ACC Pitcher of the Year honors and Bailey leading the conference in OPS.
With elite ERAs, strikeout totals and accolades, Florida State's ace arms are projected to be among the most coveted arms in the upcoming draft.
Florida State’s Wes Mendes earned the ACC Scholar-Athlete of the Year honor in baseball, joining a wave of academic and athletic accolades that include softball’s top scholars and a basketball prospect’s invitation to the Jayson Tatum Elite Camp.
The Atlantic Coast Conference announced its All‑Academic baseball team, highlighting Stanford's eleven student‑athletes who met rigorous academic standards and contributed significantly on the field.
Florida State's left‑handed pitcher Wes Mendes earns the ACC Scholar-Athlete of the Year honor, highlighting a standout campaign that blends athletic achievement with academic distinction.
Junior left-hander Wes Mendes combines a stellar 9-2 record and 2.90 ERA with top academic distinctions, leading a record-setting All-ACC Academic Team.
Florida State University’s baseball program celebrates two All‑American selections, highlights ERA leadership, and looks ahead to a challenging roster transition.
Florida State's 2026 baseball campaign concluded with a regional final defeat, yet the team celebrated two D1Baseball All‑Americans whose performances garnered conference and national accolades.
Evan Dempsey of Florida Gulf Coast University becomes the second player in school history to be named a unanimous All‑American, collecting top accolades as both pitcher and position player.