News: Mets pick up Jason Pridie
The Mets claimed OF Jason Pridie off waivers from the Twins, according to Minnesota reporter Kelly Thesier of MLB.com.
The 26–year-old Pridie, who hits left-handed, is a career .276 hitter in 885 games in the minor leagues, with a .319 OBP, during which he has played all three outfield positions and two games at third base.
In late 2007, Aaron Gleeman wrote the following:
“He’s still young, has enough speed to play center field, and has occasionally shown the ability to hit, but Pridie’s plate discipline is sub par and his power is modest.”
Last week, in a post to TwinkieTown, Jason projected Pridie to be on the Twins opening day roster, acting as a back-up outfielder to Denard Span.
