A 'pretty surreal' family reunion for Houston Astros prospect Keon Johnson at Daikin Park
Keon Johnson, the 18-year-old infielder who chose the Astros over Vanderbilt, celebrated catching up with family at what he hopes is his future professional home.
Houston Astros prospect Keon Johnson, an 18-year-old infielder, reunited with his family at Daikin Park on Sunday. Following weeks dedicated to his budding professional career, the Astros treated Johnson and his family to a game at the minor-league facility in West Palm Beach, Florida. Johnson expressed that the encounter with his loved ones was surreal, as the weight of his decision to join the Astros lifted off his shoulders.
The Astros chose Johnson in the third round of the July draft, securing him with a reported over-slot $2 million bonus, exceeding the $846,900 slot value for the No. 93 pick. Johnson, originally committed to playing at Vanderbilt, was described by Astros director of amateur scouting Cam Pendino as an unbelievably impressive kid with an exciting blend of bat-to-ball and pitch recognition.
Baseball America and MLB Pipeline ranked him as the No. 119 prospect in the draft, praising his well-rounded game and lack of clear weaknesses. Though Johnson considered attending Vanderbilt, ultimately, he chose to join the Astros, acknowledging that they offered the best decision for his future.
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