Sasaki Watch: Dodgers, Padres, Blue Jays Finalists; Top International Prospects Sign
Posted: Wed Jan 15, 2025 12:22 pm
Roki Sasaki’s MLB pursuit is turning this international signing period upside down. Are the Dodgers truly the frontrunners, or are the Padres and Blue Jays legitimate contenders? This level of disruption for established verbal agreements is rare. Is Sasaki worth the domino effect he’s causing? What does this mean for teams like the Dodgers who are now seeing prospects slip away?
Beyond Sasaki, this international class boasts some serious talent. Elian Pena commands a hefty bonus. Is he the real deal or an overhyped product of the Sasaki frenzy? Cris Rodriguez draws Eloy Jimenez comparisons. Exciting, but can he stay healthy? Josuar de Jesus Gonzalez is considered by some to be the top talent besides Sasaki. Does he have a higher ceiling than Pena? It’s fascinating to see such varied opinions.
The Yankees’ absence from the top prospect discussions is noteworthy. Are they playing it safe, or is this a sign of a deeper organizational shift? The Red Sox are also noticeably quiet. Are they prioritizing other avenues of player acquisition?
This international signing period is shaping up to be one of the most interesting in recent memory. Share your bold predictions and hot takes. Who are your sleeper picks to emerge from this class? Which teams are making the smartest moves, and who will regret their decisions? Let the debate begin!
Beyond Sasaki, this international class boasts some serious talent. Elian Pena commands a hefty bonus. Is he the real deal or an overhyped product of the Sasaki frenzy? Cris Rodriguez draws Eloy Jimenez comparisons. Exciting, but can he stay healthy? Josuar de Jesus Gonzalez is considered by some to be the top talent besides Sasaki. Does he have a higher ceiling than Pena? It’s fascinating to see such varied opinions.
The Yankees’ absence from the top prospect discussions is noteworthy. Are they playing it safe, or is this a sign of a deeper organizational shift? The Red Sox are also noticeably quiet. Are they prioritizing other avenues of player acquisition?
This international signing period is shaping up to be one of the most interesting in recent memory. Share your bold predictions and hot takes. Who are your sleeper picks to emerge from this class? Which teams are making the smartest moves, and who will regret their decisions? Let the debate begin!