Yankees 2026 international prospects signing tracker
Pinstripe Alley • • sports
Key Points:
- MLB’s 2026 international prospects signing period began on January 15, allowing all 30 teams to compete for top amateur talent worldwide, with many verbal agreements likely already in place.
- The New York Yankees have a $5,440,000 bonus pool to strengthen their farm system, but face challenges due to the recent firing of longtime international scouting director Danny Rowland and the ongoing search for his replacement.
- Rowland’s departure has already impacted the team, as top prospect Wandy Asigen rescinded his agreement with the Yankees and signed with the Mets; however, Rowland’s tenure was also linked to the Yankees’ struggles in developing high-profile international free agent signings.
- Despite having the smallest bonus pool in the league and organizational
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