"The Florida Complex League Blue Jays, who play Rookie Ball and are generally just starting on their big league journies, are a perfect 6-0 heading into their Monday afternoon contest. They have beaten the FCL Phillies (x2), FCL Tigers (x2), and FCL Yankees (x2) to begin the campaign, and the club is looking to keep that hot streak going."
"Of the top prospects in the organization, only four players are listed on the Rookie Ball squad, and two of them are currently on the IL: Jared Spencer and Canadian Micah Bucknam. While there may not be a ton of blue-chip talent on the squad in terms of the rankings, there are a few players (pitchers for this article ) that are standing out early for the FCL Jays."
"Messina didn't pitch affiliated ball post-draft and lasted just two outings in 2025 before landing on the IL all season long, so the 2026 season is going to be his opportunity to showcase what he can do on the mound. He's made one start for the FCL squad to begin the year, and went three innings without allowing a hit or a walk on 28 pitches (20 strikes), striking out three in the process."
"Messina sits in the mid-90s with his fastball and is a physically imposing 19-year-old at 6-foot-2, 225 pounds. Getting more reps this season will set him up for success as he continues to develop in the Jays farm system, and potentially see his draft ranking rise from his current spot at #28."
The Florida Complex League Blue Jays are 6-0 heading into a Monday afternoon game after beating the FCL Phillies, FCL Tigers, and FCL Yankees twice each. The Rookie Ball roster includes only four top prospects, with Jared Spencer and Micah Bucknam on the injured list. Carson Messina, drafted in the 12th round in 2024, is getting his first meaningful 2026 opportunity after time away from affiliated pitching and an IL stint in 2025. In his first FCL start, he pitched three hitless, walkless innings on 28 pitches, striking out three and generating seven swings-and-misses. Seojun Moon is also highlighted as an early standout pitcher.
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