White Sox to sign international free agent outfielder Yoelqui Cespedes
Yoelqui Cespedes, considered the top international outfield prospect by MLB Pipeline, is expected to sign with the White Sox next month, according to reports. Cespedes, 23, the younger half-brother of free-agent outfielder Yoenis Cespedes, is expected to receive a $2 million bonus. Considered a five-tool player, he is ranked 12th among international prospects by Baseball America. His earliest arrival in the majors would probably be 2022. The delayed international signing period begins Jan. 15. The Sox are not yet confirming the deal, which MLB.com and Baseball America reported Tuesday. Ce...