- Full name Jacob M. Priday
- Born 10/02/1985 in Sikeston, MO
- Profile Ht.: 6'1" / Wt.: 220 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- School Missouri
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Drafted in the 11th round (332nd overall) by the Houston Astros in 2008.
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Missouri's school record-holder for career homers (49) and RBIs (240), Jacob Priday did a lot of damage in both categories when he went deep four times and drove in nine runs against Texas in mid-April. Priday, who played at Sikeston (Mo.) High with Dodgers rookie sensation Blake DeWitt, joined the Tigers as a catcher but tore his labrum in 2007. He has spent most of his time at DH since, but a pro team may put him back behind the plate, where he once showed an average arm and decent receiving skills. If not, he'll be a corner outfielder.