The Book on Jesus Montero

Prospect Info

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Jesus Montero
Born 11/28/1989
C, NYY

The Yankees are committed to Jorge Posada for another couple of years, but after that they're hoping that a precocious rookie can take over their young pitching staff. Universally regarded as the best available international free agent, Jesus Montero was signed in the summer of 2006, instantly becoming New York's best catching prospect. While some want to see him move to first base or a corner outfield spot, the Yankees are so far committed to continuing his development as a catcher.

At 6-3 and 230 (and still growing), Montero's definitely got the muscle for New Yankee Stadium. According to a Yankee scout, Montero 'looked like Travis Hafner already, at age 16.' Most scouts peg his power rating as a perfect 80 on the 80 point scale.

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Player Updates and Notes

Yankee brass is considering moving Jesus Montero out from behind the plate. Right field or first base seem the most likely destinations.

4/23/2008 by KDaddy

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