Drafted in the 14th round (423rd overall) by the Seattle Mariners in 2004.
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There is debate whether UNLV outfielder Brent Johnson or teammate Eric Nielsen will be the team's higher draft pick, though both could go in the first 10 rounds. Johnson, who turned down an offer to be drafted in the 10th round last year and was a late-round pick of the Blue Jays, is a more versatile player than Nielsen but doesn't run as well. He's a sound defensive center fielder, has played third extensively and showcased an 88-92 mph fastball in a rare trip to the mound.
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Rated Best Strike-Zone Discipline in the Seattle Mariners in 2007
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