Nick Meyer

Meyer served as the backup catcher for USA Baseball's Collegiate National Team last summer and emerged as one of the top defensive catchers in the draft class this spring. The 6-foot, 175-pound Meyer calls his own game behind the plate and is an advanced receiver. He excels at stealing strikes at the bottom of the zone in particular, and guides his pitchers expertly through jams. His arm strength is consistently above-average and flashes plus, and he excels at back-picking runners off first base. Meyer offers little offensively, although he doesn't strike out. He makes respectable contact, but projects as no more than a bottom-of-the-order hitter. Meyer's upside is that of an A.J. Ellis type, who makes a long career out of his defense and intangibles.