H/W: 6-3 185 lb. B/T: R/R DOB: 8/30/89
The Mariners invested $1 million in this young infielder from the Dominican Republic and, judging from his early returns, the money was well spent. DeJesus split time between the Mariners Arizona League affiliate and short season Everett to bat .309 with 10 HR 33 RBI and 39 runs scored in 62 games. DeJesus has a big projectible frame and a quick bat that should hit for good power and a high average at the major league level. DeJesus plays the game with a high confidence and, despite his young age, he has a good feel for the strike zone. Defensively, DeJesus profiles to be a very good fielding 3B with good range and a top rate arm. While he won't steal many bags as a pro, he won't be a liability on the basepaths either. The M's have invested heavily in their international scouting and DeJesus, along with Carlos Triunfel, could be the crown jewels of their efforts.
2009 Projection: Jharmidy will likely get his first dose of full season ball this year at Low-A Clinton with a promotion to High-A High Desert a moderate possibility if all goes well. The big thing to watch for in DeJesus is his continued competence in controlling the strike zone against advanced pitching. If he struggles early on, don't be surprised to see the M's send him back to Everett to iron things out. With an offensive ceiling as high as DeJesus', the M's will exercise due diligence in developing one of their brightest prospects.
Key Jharmidy DeJesus Baseball Cards:
- 2008 Donruss Threads Auto #/465
- 2008 Donruss Elite Extra Auto #/261
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