The organization of the Houston Astros first baseman signed Chinandega Meshach Laguna team of 18 years, a considerable sum of money which will be released to their parents.

Laguna, 6 feet 2 inches tall and 190 pounds, initialed the agreement in the presence of a scout for the Astros in Nicaragua, Leo Guevara, who said that in May or June next, the player will be in Summer League in Venezuela or the Dominican Republic.

Guevara said the past year follow up the development of Meshach Laguna, who has much power in his arm strength and excellent physical condition.

“He has the prototype of Jose Offerman and Carlos Gomez, our organization has been impressed their innate qualities for baseball. We are interested in signing five prospects this year, "he said. Meshach Pomares to play the Chinandega to develop their talent.

The player was thrilled to sign for the Houston Astros, because it is a dream she has cherished since he began playing in the First Division last year, and was later in the Professional League.

“I looked for several organizations, thanks to Houston for this opportunity will waste not because here is my future,” said the humble player.

Roger Peralta, former manager of Laguna Meshach, recommended the boy to make every effort to climb in the various categories of the Astros.

Boanerges Espinoza, Laguna coach, said this is the effort from this young man who began eleven years playing baseball in the banana plantation owned by Henry Teresa Gasteazoro.

Lake Marvin and Gladys Lopez, Meshach parents, they were proud of their son, because he started playing in Little League at age nine and has since given himself entirely to the game, which undoubtedly will lead to victory.

Shortstop Oscar Mairena, described as exceptional Laguna, who has all the qualities to shine in the majors.

“I hope Meshach accomplish its goals with the blessing of God is tremendous hitter, has an excellent arm and is best discipline. Good for baseball, these firms fill us with pride, "said third baseman Juan Oviedo.

Lester Loáisiga manager, was happy with the signing of Meshach Lake, who left Little League, of which Chinandega won two national championships recently.