The Marlins have agreed to terms with their frst-round draft pick Chad James, a high school pitcher out of Oklahoma.
James, a left-hander who was chosen with the 18th overall pick, will receive a $1.7 million bonus, as well as a six-figure college scholarship that he can use in the future.
The Marlins plan to officially sign James on Monday.
At the time he was drafted in June, James -- out of Yukon High School near Oklahoma City -- predicted he would be in the majors within three years.
See what they're saying about James back in Oklahoma, and what he has to say about joining the Marlins, by reading here.
We also signed our second round pick, Bryan Berglund today, too. Good day for the future of the team.
Go Marlins!
Posted by: mbaamin08 | August 15, 2009 at 06:43 PM