Wes Mendes, a junior left-handed pitcher for Florida State, has been named 'Nole of the Week' for his outstanding performance this season. He ranks No. 26 nationally in strikeouts per nine innings, solidifying his role as the team's ace.
Key points
Wes Mendes is a junior left-handed pitcher for Florida State.
He has recorded 74 strikeouts in 51 innings this season.
Mendes ranks No. 26 nationally in strikeouts per nine innings.
He was named Atlantic Coast Conference Pitcher of the Week on March 30.
Mendes transferred from the University of Mississippi.
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Junior left-handed pitcher Wes Mendes has established himself as Florida Stateās Friday night ace this season, setting the tone for every weekend series. Mendes, a University of Mississippi transfer, made an immediate impact upon arriving in Tallahassee last year, recording 90 strikeouts over 78 innings in his first season with the Seminoles.
Mendes has taken another step forward this year. Through 51 innings, he has already racked up 74 strikeouts and ranks No. 26 nationally in strikeouts per nine innings. After earning Atlantic Coast Conference Pitcher of the Week honors on March 30 and producing multiple career-best outings, Mendes is elevating the success he found last season.
Mendes earned this weekās āNole of the Week honors in recognition of his continued dominance on the mound. The FSView spoke with him about his game-day preparation and his go-to postgame meals.
Mendes on his favorite pitch, most memorable strikeout
FSView Q: What is your most memorable strikeout?
Mendes: Probably last year in the regional against Mississippi State. It went pretty viral after the fact. I got a little animated but it was a big strikeout, it was a good one.
Wes: āProbably my changeup. It's probably Iād say my best pitch, gets a lot of swing and misses.ā
Q: Whoās your favorite player in the league? Any childhood idols?
Wes: āDavid Price, I used to love David Price growing up. He was a Ray and Iām from Tampa, a left handed pitcher, so big Rays fan.ā
Q&A
What are Wes Mendes' statistics this season at Florida State?
Wes Mendes has recorded 74 strikeouts over 51 innings this season.
Why was Wes Mendes named 'Nole of the Week'?
He earned 'Nole of the Week' honors for his continued dominance on the mound and multiple career-best outings.
What accolades has Wes Mendes received during his college baseball career?
Mendes was named Atlantic Coast Conference Pitcher of the Week on March 30 and has made a significant impact since transferring from the University of Mississippi.
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