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MLB Kicks Off 2025 International Signing Period Today

1/17/2025

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MLB Launches Signing Period

The MLB's 2025 international signing period kicks off today, opening doors for teams to recruit promising amateur players from beyond the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Among the standout prospects are Roki Sasaki and Brayan Cortesia. Teams have until December 15 to tap into their bonus pools and bolster their future with fresh talent.

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Braves Sign Tornes

The Atlanta Braves have made a splash in the international market by signing Cuban outfielder Diego Tornes for $2.5 million. Meanwhile, the Mets went all in, landing Dominican shortstop Elian Peña for $5 million, nearly exhausting their bonus pool. The Marlins and Tigers also made headlines, securing Andrew Salas for $3.7 million and Cris Rodriguez for $3.2 million, respectively.

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Historical Context

The MLB's international signing period, starting today, echoes past trends where teams sought talent beyond U.S. borders. Since the 1990s, the Dominican Republic and Cuba have produced stars like Pedro Martinez and José Abreu, reshaping the league's landscape and showcasing baseball's global reach.

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MLB Launches Signing Period

The MLB's 2025 international signing period kicks off today, opening doors for teams to recruit promising amateur players from beyond the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Among the standout prospects are Roki Sasaki and Brayan Cortesia. Teams have until December 15 to tap into their bonus pools and bolster their future with fresh talent.

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