Bonita’s Newest Millionaire Headed to Houston

Jio Mier with coaches Mitch Newell and Bob Cates on the day the Houston Astros selected Mier No. 1 in the Major League Baseball draft.

Bonita’s Jiovanni Mier, the Houston Astros No. 1 pick and the No. 21 Major League Baseball draft choice overall, has reportedly signed a $1.358-million signing bonus.

“We finally came to a deal,” Mier told MLB.com. “I’m glad we came to a conclusion and my (agents) got it done. I’m trying to get out there and play.”

Until the decision was announced, the 6-foot-2 Mier who batted .394 with 10 doubles, five homes and 18 RBIs in leading the Bearcats to the Miramonte League title and Division III quarterfinals, was taking infield practice and hitting in the batting cages at Bonita High School to stay sharp and game-ready.

Mier’s decision to sign with the Astros means he will forgo his verbal agreement to play at the University of Southern California. When Mier first heard that he was selected by the Astros, he was wearing a USC sweatshirt.