After leading Seminole High School to it’s first state championship since 1992 as a high school senior, Matthew Allan entered the draft ranked among the best prep pitchers in this year’s class. While his talent on the mound was undeniable, a strong commitment to the University of Florida and other concerns scared teams away from drafting him in the draft’s early rounds. Allan ended up going undrafted through the end of the first day of the draft, prompting the Mets to reach out to his representatives. He was still available on day two when the Mets made their first pick, 11th of the afternoon and the Mets selected him with the 89th overall selection.
Matthew Allan is one of the most exciting prospects in the system
