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The Giants are adding one of the most well-rounded international prospects in the 2021-21 class to their system. According to industry sources, the club has an agreement with athletic shortstop Diego Velasquez of Venezuela, No. 22 on MLB Pipeline’s Top 30 International Prospects List, for $1 million. The Giants have
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HOUSTON Called a “rapid mover to the big leagues,” Cuban outfield prospect Pedro Leon was signed by the Astros on Friday for $4 million (according to a source) one of 10 international free agents the club signed. Leon, No. 7 on MLB Pipeline’s Top 30 International Prospects List, has five-tool potential, according to Astros senior scouting advisor Charlie Gonzalez.
At the plate, the 22-year-old Leon has a short and compact swing. He doesn t swing and miss much, and he shows power potential to all fields. He s also a plus runner with basestealing potential. On defense, Leon has the tools to stay in center field and displays a strong and accurate arm.