​Florida State’s baseball program is poised to be in the thick of the action during the 2026 MLB Draft, with a substantial portion of the roster likely hearing their names called. The Seminoles set a program record by sending 11 players to the draft in 2025, and that figure could be matched, or even surpassed, in 2026. Although the season ended for FSU in a regional final loss to St. John’s after a 40-19 regular season, the team featured a talented group that professional organizations will be eager to evaluate. Among the potential FSU draft selections are ace left-handed pitcher Wes Mendes and standout first baseman Myles Bailey. Bailey is expected to be a high-first-round pick even after a season-ending ankle injury in March. Here is a look at what to expect for FSU baseball in the early rounds of the upcoming MLB Draft.
The 2026 MLB Draft will align with Major League Baseball’s All-Star Week and take place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, beginning with rounds one through four on July 11. Action is set to begin at 1 p.m. local time. The draft schedule unfolds as follows: when, where, and how to watch. The event will be held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, with coverage on Day 1 via NBC/Peacock and MLB Network, and Day 2 via MLB.com. For those seeking streaming options, there are platforms offering trial periods, such as Fubo.
In terms of the players’ credentials, Mendes posted an impressive 2026 season with a 9-3 record, a 2.90 ERA, a 1.02 WHIP, and 93 innings pitched, along with 125 strikeouts, 25 walks, and a .207 opponent batting average. He emerged as one of the nation’s top pitchers, thanks to a mid-90s cutter and fastball that play well with a devastating changeup. His consistency and projectable upside position him as a likely selection within the opening three rounds, with the potential to become a high-end starting pitcher if he continues to develop as projected.
Myles Bailey, who turned heads with his power and proficiency at the plate, finished the 2026 season with notable statistics: in 26 games, he posted a .363 batting average and a 1.495 OPS, tallying 80 at-bats, 29 hits, 5 doubles, 13 home runs, 33 RBIs, a .915 slugging percentage, and 35 walks. Bailey was widely regarded as one of the nation’s most potent home run threats before his ankle injury curtailed his season. Despite that setback, teams project him as having first-round talent, and he is expected to hear his name called within the first two or three rounds, assuming a healthy recovery.
On the pitching side, another key figure is Dowd, whose 2026 line includes 51 appearances with a .293 batting average against, a .983 OPS allowed to opposing hitters, 184 at-bats faced, 54 hits allowed, 13 doubles, 10 home runs against, and 36 RBIs. Dowd was one of the Seminoles’ most impactful transfer additions, stepping into a prominent offensive role as Bailey’s injury opened opportunities for him to contribute more heavily. His versatile skill set and consistent performance have kept him under consideration for professional teams looking for multi-faceted bench depth and potential in-season development.
As the draft approaches, FSU fans should expect more players to come into the spotlight, with evaluators keen to assess how the Seminoles’ lineup has evolved and how their proven production translates to professional-level competition. The combination of Mendes’s elite pitching, Bailey’s power-hitting capability, and Dowd’s offensive versatility provides a strong foundation for FSU to make a significant impact in the 2026 draft.