When the San Diego Padres traded for the top catching prospect in Major League Baseball, the team immediately announced that Francisco Mejia would be sent to AAA El Paso to continue to hone his defensive craft. Fans have already seen what he can do with his bat and last night against the Texas Rangers, fans got a small taste of what he can do behind the plate.
The Rangers wasted no time in challenging the rookie making his first every start behind the plate at Petco Park. Leadoff hitter Delino DeShields led off the game with a 2-2 single, giving the combo of Robbie Erlin and Mejia one pitch before deciding to test the youngster.