Jett Michael Williams (born November 3, 2003) is an American professional baseball shortstop in the New York Mets organization.
Jett Williams | |
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New York Mets | |
Shortstop | |
Born: (2003-11-03) November 3, 2003 (age 18) Dallas, Texas | |
Bats: Right Throws: Right | |
Williams attended Rockwall-Heath High School in Heath, Texas where he played baseball. As a junior in 2021, he batted .347 with five home runs and 38 RBIs.[1][2] During his senior season in 2022, he hit .411 with seven home runs, 41 RBIs, and ten doubles.[3] He was named District 10-6A Offensive MVP and ended the season as a top prospect for the upcoming draft.[4][5][6] The Dallas Morning News named him their Offensive Player of the Year.[7] Williams originally committed to play college baseball at Texas A&M University, but switched to Mississippi State University.[8]
The New York Mets selected Williams in the first round with the 14th overall selection of the 2022 Major League Baseball draft.[9] He signed with the team for $3.9 million.[10]
Williams made his professional debut with the Rookie-level Florida Complex League Mets.[11]
2022 Major League Baseball draft first round selections | |
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