Just began his professional career in 2006, signing with River City after completing his college career at Liberty (Va.) University. He batted .317 with 12 doubles, three triples, one home run, 18 RBIs and 26 runs scored in 52 games.


"Mike has progressed up the ladder from the Frontier League to the Northern League, and this is the next step for him," said RedHawks Manager Doug Simunic. "He did a great job for us in 2007 and was a major part of our success. The Astros are getting a good, hard-nosed ballplayer who can do a lot of positive things on the field."