The Detroit Tigers announced that they have agreed to sign Jonathon Crawford, their first round selection in the 2013 MLB draft.
Sportsnet has learned that the college right-hander will obtain a bonus in line with MLB guidelines worth approximately $2 million.
The Tigers selected Crawford with the 20th overall pick last Thursday. The University of Florida pitcher recently completed his junior year.
Crawford, who turns 22 in November, pitched a no-hitter as a sophomore, drawing scouts’ attention. The 6’2” starter has touched 96 m.p.h. with his fastball, according to MLB.com.
MLB recommends a bonus of $2,001,700 for the 20th overall selection, or nearly one third of the Tigers’ draft pool of $6,467,400 for players selected within the first ten rounds.
Crawford is being advised by Jet Sports Management. Baseball America’s Jim Callis first reported the agreement.
