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[BSLChrisStoner]

Balt Sun: Orioles’ 2020 international signing class solidifies efforts in Latin America: ‘The pipeline is starting to come through’

[Old Man]

One key proof that Daddy Peter is no longer overseeing baseball operations as owner.

[Mike B]

Balt Sun: Orioles’ 2020 international signing class solidifies efforts in Latin America: ‘The pipeline is starting to come through’

This is really good news.  I hope it is just the beginning of good things in the international market.

[BSLChrisStoner]

https://twitter.com/...123669742362624

 

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[dude]

Good rollup for today from mlb.com's Jesse Sanchez.

[NickStevens]

Thread from Orioles Player Development with videos/quick notes on every player. Exciting day in Birdland. 

 

https://twitter.com/...123669742362624

[Mike B]

I am not trying to be funny, but I was not sure I was ever going to see the Orioles really make an effort in the international market.  This is a really good day, even if the results are not great.  It is a fresh area for the Orioles to procure talent.   Well done!!

[Mike B]

Basallo is one big 16 year old.  Good day for him, he just went from a teenager to a rich teenager.

[BSLRoseKatz]

Samuel Bassallo is 6-4, 200 pounds and 16 which is feels like a pretty incredible combination 

[Mike B]

From MASN and Melewski

Basallo and Hernández head up O's international class (updated) - Steve Melewski (masnsports.com)

[Mike B]

Samuel Bassallo is 6-4, 200 pounds and 16 which is feels like a pretty incredible combination 

He looks to have a quick swing, but a little long which is normal for a kid so young.

[BSLChrisStoner]

Baltimore Sun: Orioles announce ‘landmark’ international signing class with club’s first million-dollar bonuses for Latin American amateurs

[NickStevens]

Ben Badler released a very early look at the Top 20 for the next international class- https://www.baseball...ects-big-board/

 

Orioles current favorites to sign Dominican outfielder Braylin Tavera, ranked 17th.

 

Born: Feb. 19, 2005. B-T: R-R. Ht.: 6-2. Wt.: 175.

With the Orioles joining the rest of Major League Baseball in competing for top players from Latin America, their top expected signing in the upcoming class is expected to be Tavera, likely for a bonus in the $1.5 to $2 million range. Tavera is a center fielder who ran the 60-yard dash in 6.47 seconds at a Dominican Prospect League showcase in October 2019, and while he might slow down some as he fills out, he should be able to stay in center. He has a mix of average-ish tools across the rest of his skill set. He trains at the Zorrilla Baseball Academy.

[BobPhelan]

Keep getting higher and higher ranked talent every year, gotta love it.

[TwentyThirtyFive]

How much of a signing bonus do the cream of the crop Int prospects receive?

[BobPhelan]

How much of a signing bonus do the cream of the crop Int prospects receive?

Looks like $2-4 million. Here’s last years top 30 and how much they got: https://www.mlb.com/...ing-day-2020-21

[Nigel Tufnel]

Looks promising...

 

Nathan Ruiz on Twitter: "The #Orioles announced they're developing a 22.5-acre complex in the Dominican Republic. The facility will feature three fields, batting/pitching tunnels, and other amenities. Expected to be ready in 12-16 months once construction starts in the coming months. Renderings via team https://t.co/TosNedj1cc" / Twitter

[Mike B]

Looks promising...

 

Nathan Ruiz on Twitter: "The #Orioles announced they're developing a 22.5-acre complex in the Dominican Republic. The facility will feature three fields, batting/pitching tunnels, and other amenities. Expected to be ready in 12-16 months once construction starts in the coming months. Renderings via team https://t.co/TosNedj1cc" / Twitter

Impressive.  This should send the right message in that market.

[Mackus]

Legit investment is nice to see. Hopefully pays dividends down the road. Also once they make the big capital investment ownership will be more inclined to continue putting money into players even if/when Elias is no longer in charge.

[Coker]

Long time no see.

Baseball America released their AL East 2020-2021 International Signing Reviews today. They included 12 scouting reports and Ben Badler called it a "huge year" for the Os.