Astros star Yordan Álvarez once again won a lawsuit against Manuel Azcona in the Dominican Republic, who was seeking 40% of his contract, according to court documents I obtained. Free story on Beisbol FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/yordan-alv...

Sources: 19-year-old prospect Raydel Sanchez left Cuba in recent hours. Sanchez was a member of Cuba’s U23 national team in 2025 and has 60–70 power on the 80 scouting scale according to some scouts. Full story on Beisbol FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/sources-hi...

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When Raisel Iglesias signed with the Atlanta Braves for the 2026 season, many fans and people around the industry viewed the contract as an overpay. The full analysis in my new section, The Insider FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/the-inside...

NEW: A multi topic section on Beisbol FR. 1st issue features: Raisel Iglesias’ leap in performance at age 36 | Who is Jose Requena? | The White Sox prospect who will miss the 2026 season. www.beisbolfr.com/p/the-inside...

The D-backs traded OF Alek Thomas to the Dodgers for Venezuelan OF Jose Requena, per sources.

Sources: The Toronto Blue Jays are calling right-hander Yariel Rodríguez back up to MLB. It’s still unclear when he will be officially activated, but he is expected to join the team tomorrow. Rodriguez posted a 2.63 ERA in Triple-A Buffalo, with 25 SO over 13.2 innings.

The Baltimore Orioles have called up Cuban SS/OF José Barrero, per sources. Barrero, 26, is not expected to be activated immediately and will initially join the taxi squad while awaiting a roster move.

Sources: The Cleveland Guardians are promoting Cuban right-hander pitcher Franco Aleman to MLB. Aleman, 26, has not allowed a run this season in Triple-A Columbus, with 12 innings pitched and 18 strikeouts. His fastball velocity ranges between 95–99 mph.

The Yankees are promoting outfield prospect Spencer Jones to MLB, per sources. Jones is the organization's No. 6 prospect according to @mlbpipeline.com.

Cuban left-hander reliever Cionel Pérez has signed a minor league contract with the New York Mets, per sources.

MVP Sports Group and Beverly Hills Sports Council have merged to form Evolv Sports Management. Players such as Manny Machado, Luis Arraez, Fernando Tatis Jr., Yordan Alvarez, and Adrián Morejón are represented by MVP, while Salvador Pérez, Jackson Chourio, and Anthony Santander are part of BHSC.

Ibáñez was claimed off waivers by the New York Mets.

Source: The New York Mets have acquired Andy Ibáñez from the Athletics.

The San Francisco Giants have called up right-hander pitcher Gregory Santos, per source. Santos, 26, will join the team today in Philadelphia. He posted a 2.45 ERA over 11 innings in Triple-A Sacramento.

Another edition of International Notes, featuring April updates on remaining bonus pools across organizations, Félix Reyes emerging as the only Phillie from the 2019-2020 class. Only on Béisbol FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/internatio...

Yasiel Puig signed with the Toronto Maple Leafs of the Canadian Baseball League yesterday, per source. Puig, 35, is expected to be on the roster for CBL Opening Day on May 10. However, he has a pending court date on May 26 that could affect his participation in the league.

Source: The Phillies and Korean RHP Chan-min Park are finalizing a deal that will make the highest-bonus pitcher of the current international signing period. More Korean players entering through the international route. Full story on Beisbol FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/source-phi...

I've been following Edgar Quero's career for a while now. A Cuban kid from Cienfuegos, signed for $200,000 in the middle of COVID, skipped two levels in the minors, debuted at 22. Talked to the scouts who signed him. Wrote it all up. New piece is live: www.beisbolfr.com/p/an-island-...

Cuban RHP Cristian Rego has officially signed with the Philadelphia Phillies. Bonus deal: $300,000. Rego, 17, was a member of Cuba’s U-18 team in 2024. Potential to develop as a starting pitcher, featuring a fastball (94–96 mph), changeup, slider, sinker, and curveball.

Historic night for Adell. Jo Adell became the first player with three home runs robbed in a single game since @sportsinfosolutions.com began tracking the stat in 2004. Previous record: Nook Logan (2, April 18, 2005) and Jesús Sánchez (2, August 17, 2025).

Dominican right-hander pitcher Jhoriel De La Rosa, 18, has officially signed with the Chicago White Sox for a $10,000 bonus. He trained at Juan Uribe’s academy. De La Rosa’s fastball reaches 91 mph, and he shows plenty of projection in his 6-foot-2 frame.

Cuban right‑hander pitcher Naikys Piedra officially signed with the Chicago Cubs. At 23 years old, he reaches 96–98 mph and projects as a bullpen arm. Piedra will report straight to the Cubs’ complex in Arizona.

In another column covering the international scene, we have several agreements and news, 10 players declared free agents, and a rise in European baseball. Much more on Beisbol FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/internatio...

The Miami Marlins acquired INF Leo Jimenez from the Blue Jays in exchange for infielder Dub Gleed and $250K in international bonus pool money, per sources.

Can confirm that White Sox have told Rule 5 pick RHP Jedixson Páez that he’s made the opening day roster. @francysromero.bsky.social had it first.

Kevin Alvarez, the Astros’ No. 1 prospect according to @mlbpipeline.com, will begin the 2026 season with the Fayetteville Woodpeckers, Single-A, per source. Alvarez looked very good this offseason, and the Astros chose to skip him past the Florida Complex League (rookie level).

Cionel Pérez has been informed that he has made the Washington Nationals Opening Day roster, per source. Cionel came from outside the roster to earn a spot with 6 scoreless innings, 5 strikeouts, and velocity of 95–98 mph during Spring Training. Represented by Octagon.

The Cuban star pitchers Raidel Martínez (29) and Liván Moinelo (30) are expected to return to Japan tomorrow to rejoin their respective professional teams, per sources.

A nation full of talent brought everything together in a single night to reach the glory. A 5 foot 7 kid stole second base, and despite several absences, they proved that baseball does not believe in favorites. Full story on Beisbol FR www.beisbolfr.com/p/the-night-...

I wrote this piece on the cultural clash at the World Baseball Classic 2026. “When you cross that line, you focus on the game. But that doesn’t mean we’re enemies,” Albert Pujols told me. Free on Beisbol FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/more-than-...

What I’ve seen from Cuba in this World Baseball Classic has been different in many ways. Not in terms of talent, but in the intangibles that are not often considered. Full story on Beisbol FR: www.beisbolfr.com/p/why-cuba-c...

Today I’m publishing my article on the top 10 best prospects not affiliated with MLB organizations who will be in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Scouting reports and insights, on Beisbol FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/top-10-pro...

International Notes is back, February edition! Covers Dodgers’ international bonus money from the Anthony Banda trade, Yankees’ new international director, and busting fake news myths and much more. www.beisbolfr.com/p/internatio...

International news: The St. Louis Cardinals and 18-year-old right-hander Leonil De Leon have reached an agreement on a deal. One of the top pitchers available in the current international signing period. Full story and video at Beisbol FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/sources-do...

Sources: OF Yanquiel Fernández was claimed off waivers by the New York Yankees from the Colorado Rockies.

In light of the ongoing debates about the World Baseball Classic and player participation, I spoke with several people within organizations and Player Development to get their perspective on the topic. Here’s the story, free on Beisbol FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/how-do-mlb...

14 hours before the 2025–26 international signing period begins: -a list of 340+ players from 13 countries set to sign tomorrow, -plus a Top 50 prospects list with videos and scouting reports -20 Dark Horses -Top 5 by tools Only on Beisbol FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/mlb-intern...

Aaron Sanchez, 33, has drawn interest and multiple MLB team offers this offseason. His agent, Chris Leible of Smooth Baseball, said, “We are considering our options.” Sanchez had a strong winter with Toros del Este: 4-2, 1.55 ERA, 46.1 IP, 34 SO in the Dominican Winter League.

Source: Andy Ibañez passed his physical yesterday. It’s a one-year guaranteed contract with the Dodgers for $1.2M.

20 Dark Horses from the 2025–2026 international class. The top 5 by tools are off that list. The next José Altuve, José Ramírez, or Junior Caminero of the upcoming class are now on Beisbol FR. Read now. www.beisbolfr.com/p/dark-horse...

It’s live now. MLB International Signing Period (2025–2026) featuring my Top 50 prospects, in-depth scouting reports, videos, insights, plus more than 300 player names organized by team, expected to sign starting January 15. Only on Beisbol FR. www.beisbolfr.com/p/mlb-intern...

In a few hours, I will publish my list of the top 50 prospects in the 2025–2026 international class, along with signings by team. A project more than three months in the making, prepared in meticulous detail. Looking ahead with great excitement.

The #Reds have agreed to terms with free-agent RHP Yunior Marte on a minor-league contract, per @francysromero.bsky.social Marte, 30, spent the 2025 season in the NPB with the Chunichi Dragons—posting a 1.95 ERA over 32 1/3 IP with 25 Ks.

Sources: The Miami Marlins acquired Dominican outfielder Esteury Ruiz in a trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

BREAKING: Top prospect SS Wandy Asigen will land with the New York Mets at the start of the 2025-2026 international class on January 15, per multiple sources. A massive move in the international market. Full story coming soon on Beisbol FR.

Former #Yankees farmhand Allan Winans is signing with the Seibu Lions of NPB, per @francysromero.bsky.social

BREAKING: OF Adolis Garcia and the #Phillies are finalizing a one-year, $10 million contract, pending a physical, per @francysromero.bsky.social.

The #Phillies are finalizing a 1 year $10M contract with free-agent OF Adolis Garcia, per @francysromero.bsky.social