Mathis Nayral’s fast climb from Kansas baseball to the pro ranks is official: the Toronto Blue Jays selected the right-handed pitcher in the 13th round with the 402nd overall pick in the MLB Draft, KSNT 27 News reported.
Nayral posted a standout 2026 season with 17 starts, a total tied for the fifth-most in Kansas single-season history. The same mark also ranks as the third most in Kansas single-season history, underscoring how quickly his performances drew attention beyond the state.