MLB Proposes International Draft, But Reforms Must Start At The Top
International system needs change, but MLB’s plans aren’t grounded in reality
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International system needs change, but MLB’s plans aren’t grounded in reality
Among players subject to the draft, 40 percent signed for $10,000 or less last year.
MLB’s rules are hurting Venezuelan players and putting scouts’ safety at risk.
With Venezuela presenting a safety risk, MLB moves the showcase to Panama.
Six first-round picks debut in GCL, including No. 1 overall pick Mickey Moniak
The Rangers have a deal with a young Cuban prospect.
Yadiel Hernandez, who had a .509 OBP his last year in Cuba, agreed to sign with the Nationals.
PORTLAND, Me.—It didn’t generate much attention at the time, but a youth tournament in the city of Lagos de Moreno in Mexico six years ago was filled with future major league talent. It was October 2010 when scouts ventured to Mexico for the COPABE 16U Pan American Championship. At shortstop, the United States had Corey Seager, who finished second in the tournament in hitting, ranking behind only his double-play partner, second baseman Alex Bregman. The U.S. was strong up the middle, with Albert
Seven players hitting for more power than expected when they were prospects.
A scouting report on 20-year-old Cuban lefty Cionel Perez.
Two prominent Cuban pitching prospects are now free to sign with MLB clubs.
Two of the top Cuban players available will play Dominican winter ball.
Get to know more about baseball’s best prospect
The Reds have an agreement in place to sign a top Cuban pitching prospect.
A toolsy Cuban outfielder has left the country to pursue an MLB contract.
Adrian Beltre hasn’t slowed down near the end of his Hall of Fame career
The Padres have an agreement to sign one of Cuba’s top young pitchers.
Nine prospects who have turned things around after slow starts.
One of the top Cuban prospects has a deal with the Cardinals.
Christin Stewart’s strikeouts are offset by his ability to hit for power
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