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Mets Target Top Prospect Wandy Asigen for $3.8 Million

12/19/2025

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Summary

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The New York Mets plan to sign 16-year-old shortstop Wandy Asigen from the Dominican Republic, with Kris Gross, Mets Vice President of Amateur Scouting, leading the negotiations.
The deal is worth approximately $3.8 million and will be finalized when the international signing period opens on January 15.
Asigen is ranked No. 2 international prospect for 2026, with a 65-grade hit tool, 60-grade power, and a 6.5-second 60-yard dash.

History

Historical Context

In 2012, Major League Baseball introduced the international signing period to regulate player acquisitions, significantly impacting talent sourcing. By 2020, over 30% of MLB players hailed from the Dominican Republic. The New York Mets' $3.8 million deal for Wandy Asigen exemplifies the trend of teams investing in young Latin American talent, highlighting the growing importance of scouting and player development in baseball's future.

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Story summary

The New York Mets plan to sign 16-year-old shortstop Wandy Asigen from the Dominican Republic, with Kris Gross, Mets Vice President of Amateur Scouting, leading the negotiations.
The deal is worth approximately $3.8 million and will be finalized when the international signing period opens on January 15.
Asigen is ranked No. 2 international prospect for 2026, with a 65-grade hit tool, 60-grade power, and a 6.5-second 60-yard dash.

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