7/14/2011-Adam Osteen was signed by the Arizona Diamondbacks today. He was scouted at the leagues all star game with his fastball ranging from 93-96.
He is the first player in the brief history of the Pecos League to be signed by an affliated team. The Pecos League was contacted by the Diamondbacks Wednesday Morning and two hours later had a deal to send Osteen to Scottsdale, Arizona to begin working out in Diamondbacks Camp.
"This is good" says Keith Essary who has suddenly become a hot spot for higher level teams to sign players. Adam was 1-2 witha 6.91 ERA in 15 games for the Pupfish. "This is another step forward for the Pecos League. I am glad for Adam." says Andrew Dunn of the Pecos League.
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