Guardians Ink Two Top 50 International Prospects as Signing Period Begins

The Guardians have a rich tradition of scouting and developing talented catchers from Venezuela, a legacy that dates back to 1996 when they signed switch-hitting catcher Victor Martinez from Ciudad Bolívar. After Martinez’s standout career, which included three All-Star appearances and 900 hits with the team, Cleveland has now signed another promising Venezuelan catcher looking…

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Phillies Ink Top International Prospect with Rich Baseball Heritage

Nieves Izaguirre’s connection to baseball is more than just familial; it’s deeply ingrained in his DNA. Recently signed by the Philadelphia Phillies, the 17-year-old Venezuelan shortstop is ranked as the No. 44 prospect in the 2025 international class, according to MLB Pipeline. His signing bonus, worth $800,000, highlights the team’s confidence in his potential, especially…

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