Jordy Mercer

Jordy Joe Mercer (born August 27, 1986) is an American professional baseball shortstop for the Detroit Tigers of Major League Baseball (MLB). He previously played for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Prior to beginning his professional career, he played college baseball for Oklahoma State University. He has also competed for the United States national baseball team in international competition. Mercer bats and throws right-handed.\n', '

Mercer attended Taloga High School in Taloga, Oklahoma. Mercer earned All-State honors in high school and played three seasons starting at shortstop for the Elk City Travelers of Oklahoma amateur baseball organization. Out of high school, the Los Angeles Dodgers drafted Mercer in the 26th round (796th overall) of the 2005 Major League Baseball draft. Mercer did not sign, as he did not feel ready for professional baseball. Mercer attended Oklahoma State University…