The Book on Jiovanni Mier
Prospect Info
Jiovanni Mier
Born 8/26/1990
SS, HOU
The first round pick of the Houston Astros (21st overall) in 2009, Jiovanni James Mier was universally acclaimed as the best 'pure' shortstop in the draft class. A superior defender with good range, soft hands and a strong arm, he seems very likely to stick at the position. JJ's bat isn't quite as beyond question just yet, but he did hit .276 while launching 7 home runs in only 50 games for Rookie level Greeneville late in the year. He'll start working his way up the minor league ladder, and could be an everyday fixture in Houston as early as 2012.
Ranking in ScoutingBook (7/30/2010): #171 
Ranking in Baseball America 2010: #73
Ranking in Baseball Prospectus: #97
Ranking in MiLB.com 2010 Season Preview Unranked
Ranking from the Sporting News: Unranked
Ranking from ESPN: #94
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