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Florida State University (FSU) baseball celebrates a milestone achievement as Max Williams was selected as the No. 78 pick by the Miami Marlins in the 2025 MLB draft. Williams, who shone during his college career with a .315 batting average and impressive home run stats, signed with the Marlins for $897,500. His transition to professional baseball highlights FSU’s strong baseball program, which has consistently produced talented athletes. With a rich history and leadership under coach Link Jarrett, FSU continues to be a contender in collegiate baseball.
FSU Baseball Achieves Milestone as Max Williams Signs with Miami Marlins After Record-Setting Season
TALLAHASSEE, FL – Florida State University (FSU) has marked a significant achievement in its storied baseball program with the signing of Max Williams by the Miami Marlins as the No. 78 pick in the 2025 MLB draft. Williams, who had an impressive collegiate career, signed with the Marlins for $897,500, solidifying his transition into professional baseball following a remarkable season.
During his time at FSU, Williams started 107 games in the outfield and became a standout in the offensive lineup. He recorded a batting average of .315 throughout his college career, hitting 33 home runs, 20 doubles, and racking up 99 RBIs in 451 at-bats. His fielding percentage was an impressive .995, showcasing his defensive skills as well. In the 2025 season, he achieved a batting average of .321, ranking second in the ACC with 19 home runs and earned a place on the All-ACC Second Team.
Williams took to social media to express his gratitude towards FSU fans and coaches, reflecting on his memorable experience representing the university in garnet and gold.
The recent achievement of Max Williams is part of a broader trend of success within FSU baseball, which has a long and celebrated history. The program was founded in 1948 and has been a formidable presence in collegiate baseball. Under the leadership of legendary coach Mike Martin Sr., who began coaching in 1980, FSU baseball became one of the winningest programs in the nation. Martin holds the record as the winningest college baseball coach with 2,029 wins, contributing to an astounding 65% of FSU’s total baseball victories.
Currently, FSU ranks fifth in all-time college baseball wins according to Baseball America, with the potential to ascend the ranks under the guidance of current head coach Link Jarrett. FSU is unique in that it is the only program among the top 16 in all-time wins with fewer than 100 seasons played, indicating the rapid success and competitiveness of the team.
There remains an ongoing discussion about FSU’s pursuit of a national title in baseball, a goal that many believe is within reach under Jarrett’s leadership. Enhancements to the program have drawn comparisons to historical teams like Fordham, with FSU demonstrating the capacity to potentially surpass them in terms of all-time ranking.
As FSU continues to build on its baseball legacy, the contributions of players like Max Williams represent both the current success of the program and the promise of future achievements. The transition of Williams to professional baseball is a testament to the level of talent cultivated at FSU and serves as an inspiring note for aspiring athletes within the program.
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Additional Resources
- FSU Wire: Max Williams Thanks Fans
- Wikipedia: Florida State Seminoles Baseball
- Tallahassee.com: FSU Baseball Pitching Rotation
- Google Search: FSU baseball
- Clarion Ledger: Mississippi State Baseball NCAA Tournament
- Google Scholar: Florida State baseball
- Football Scoop: FSU Baseball Coach Insights
- Encyclopedia Britannica: College Baseball
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