Sasaki Watch: Will MLB Teams Break the Bank for Japanese Phenom? 

Roki Sasaki's upcoming MLB signing period is fascinating on multiple levels. Beyond the immediate question of which team will land him, his constrained bonus pool situation has me thinking about the ripple effects. Are we about to see a domino effect of broken handshake deals with young Latin American prospects? What does this say about the current international amateur system, and could Sasaki's case be the catalyst for change? I'm also curious to see how teams will strategize around their bonus pools. Will we see more trades to free up funds, or are some teams willing to gamble their entire allotment on a potential generational talent like Sasaki? Is this a smart long-term play, or a recipe for disaster if he doesn't live up to the hype? Finally, Sasaki's decision to prioritize MLB experience over immediate financial gain evokes comparisons to Ohtani. Will he have a similar impact, and does this signal a shift in how international players approach their entry into the league? What are your thoughts?