"They With an initial bonus pool value of $4,983,500, the Mets can trade for up to $3,737,625, giving them a hard cap of $8,721,125 that can be spent during the 2018-2019 signing period. Stats. March 22, 2021 Paul Aiton General, Giants, International, MiLB, NL West 0. Age Bats Throws Team Reason 2023 Tax Salary Market Value (AAV) Carlos Carrasco: SP/ SP4: 36. The club announced the signing on Wednesday. . The Mets will hope to milk any sort of value out of Betances, who hasn’t pitched effectively in the Majors since 2018. 1 – Dec. The Orioles’ most successful international signing ever, Martinez became the first Nicaraguan-born player to play in the Majors when he debuted in 1976, and remains the most accomplished to this day. 9 million contract with New York (NYM) Oct 31 2020 New York (NYM) extended an $18. 15 to Dec. 1 – Dec. The Major League Baseball international free agency signing period begins today, and the Mets are projected to sign a bunch of players in the $100,000 to $600,000 range. Multiple reports, including from MLB. August 20, 2018 at 7:35pm CDT. One of the biggest risers among Boston’s 2018 international signings has been 16-year-old Venezuelan righthander Wikelman Gonzalez. 2018-19 international bonus pools, rules, signings. The New York Mets announced Saturday that they have signed international free agents Francisco Alvarez, a catcher from Venezuela, and Freddy Valdez, an outfielder from the Dominican Republic. The Rays, who gained two late first-rounders for the departure. The beginning of Major League Baseball's 2020-21 international signing period was pushed back from July 2 to Jan. The New York Mets were fairly busy finalizing deals with a new class of international free agents, despite not being among the teams handing out larger, seven. com website they have signed 17-year Colombian middle infielder David Lozano along with seven other International free agents. Álvarez has comfortably lived up to the hype since signing out of Venezuela in 2018 for nearly $3 million. Team. METS TRADE Show 2018: From 13 to 15 November 2018: Amsterdam RAI: METS TRADE Show 2017: From 14 to 16 November 2017: Amsterdam RAI: METS TRADE Show 2016: From 15 to 17 November 2016:. TODAY: The Marlins picked up $1MM of bonus availability in the. Hauver, acquired in the Joey Gallo trade, got his first taste of the AFL with mixed results. Mesa. This means that the Twins' 10th round pick could come after the Mets' 12th round pick. The Mets on Saturday announced their international signings, with an outfielder headlining the class. Here is the full recap of the day. 2018 MLB International Signings. 46 minor leaguer in all of baseball by Baseball Prospectus, the No. Feb 4 2020 Signed a 2 year $6. $1M for 2nd or 3rd place. The international signing period, which runs through Dec. The international signing period for MLB clubs began yesterday. Top 100 Players All-Time. Unlike the amateur draft, there is no draft order for international free agents. The 17-year-old was rated 10th on Baseball America’s international prospects board, and. ETA: 2023 Previous Rank: 1Acquired: Signed during the 2018 International Free Agency Period2022 Stats (AA/AAA): 112. m. 2024 Mets Top 10 Prospects Podcast. Los Angeles. The Mets made their presence felt on Sunday, the first day international prospects could sign, stacking their Minor League system with a host of top international prospects -- including shortstop Ronny Mauricio and outfielder Adrian Hernandez, according to industry sources. 15 following the ramifications of the coronavirus pandemic. — There is an additional reference to how the Dodgers “f-----” over a prominent agent by signing an international. The club agreed to terms with 30 players, including outfielder Samuel Munoz, who ranks No. Mesa. Chicago White Sox Josue Guerrero, of, Dominican Republic (No. Today is July 2nd, which means the 2017-2018 window for MLB teams to sign international players has opened. , July 5, 2019 – The New York Mets today announced that the club has signed 34 international players. 2017-2020 Free AgentTotal 2018 signings: 41. 45 million. As a result, signing. 1 million. The top player out of the DR for the 2020-21 international signing period, Cruz can also hit. The New York Mets re-signed Jose Reyes as part of a bid to contend for the playoffs in 2018. Stanley Consuegra, OF, Dominican Republic, $500,000. The team’s top recruiter is. 9 million, per. Ottavino, who pitched to a sterling ERA of. 15. Keith Hernandez joins High Heat to discuss which plays are the toughest to make at first base, the Mets hiring Carlos Mendoza and more. Dominican Republic. 5 million deal at the end of. Y. He signed in 2018 and competed in high-A in 2022, participating at a different level each year. 7 million and $1. :: 2018 International Signing Period :: According to industry sources, the Mets agreed to a $2. And when I say we, I mostly mean my esteemed colleague Jesse Sanchez. A year from now, a slew of talented shortstops -- headlined by Marco Luciano (Giants), Noelvi Marte (Mariners) and Anthony Volpe (Yankees) -- should surface in the Majors, as should Mets catcher Francisco Álvarez. 15, 2023. 25 million contract with Arizona (ARI), including a club option for 2020. As we have seen, the Mets have had recent success in international free agency. 6MM projection. St. Billy Eppler: “Today is an important part for our organization’s continued strategy of long. Thurs. The 2019-20 international signing period kicks off this morning, meaning that from now until next June 15, teams are officially able to begin signing amateur talents from countries outside of the. He’s currently 17 years old, at 6’0”, 180lbs, behind the dish. The. Video Play Button Watch more top videos, highlights. Cubs No. A native of Cuba, Campos had been largely. January 15th is the new July 2nd. 75 million) of the 2012-13 international signing period. On the end of that 21 player list filtered high to low Continue Reading. 2 million) and Samuel Gil ($1. Share. 3. The 17-year-old was rated 10th on Baseball America’s international prospects board, and. , January 15, 2022 – The New York Mets today announced that the club has signed 21 international players. 7 million and $1. 1 on our Top 100 Prospects list entering 2018. The Yankees were able to sign Hans Montero, one of their top two targets in the international signing period, losing out on Venezuelan catcher Jesus Galiz to the Dodgers. 45 million. Mack’s Mets – the premier site for information on the New York Mets talent pipeline and dialogue on Mets prospects, Mets news, and Mets opinions. That is when the teams sign players 16 and over to play professionally. "We are excited to welcome Francisco and Freddy to the Mets family," Vice President of International and Amateur Scouting Tommy Tanous said. 8M). Luisangel Acuna, the brother of Ronald, also signed as an international free agent in 2018 by the Texas Rangers; in 2023, a deal that sent Mets’ ace Max Scherzer to the Rangers, bounded Acuna. O akland’s international signing class seems to revolve around one player,. Chicago Cubs. NEW YORK, NY - JULY 11: Rodolfo Castro #64 of the Pittsburgh Pirates gestures after he hit a home run against the New York Mets during the fifth inning of a game at Citi Field on July 11, 2021 in. 7 on MLB. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the international signing period that was scheduled to begin on July 2, 2020, starts today and ends on Dec. 25 million the Marlins paid for Cuban outfielder Victor Victor Mesa was the biggest bonus of the 2018-19 international signing period. The New York Mets reportedly made a move Wednesday. 37. New York has been busy this offseason and continued to rack up signings Wednesday as they inked a minor league deal with former Boston Red Sox. 30, was eligible to sign in 2018, but he wasn’t drawing much attention there. Teams. Inbox: All things international, O's rebuild. , January 15, 2022 — The New York Mets today announced that the club has signed 21 international players. Joining him in the Mets front office were Luis Marquez, previously from the Dodgers, and Moises de la Mota, who was previously with the Nationals. The 2019 Top 30 International Prospects list includes 17 players from the Dominican Republic, 11 from Venezuela, one from Cuba and one from Panama. Luisangel Acuna, the brother of Ronald, also signed as an international free agent in 2018 by the Texas Rangers; in 2023, a deal that sent Mets’ ace Max Scherzer to the Rangers, bounded Acuna. Giménez had a strong minor league career and quickly rose up to debut for the Mets in 2020. During the first. 21, 2017 1:55 PM PT. The 19-year-old shortstop projects to hit for both average and power and showcased plenty of the latter during Toronto’s fall instructional camp. The Mets officially announced the signing of 27 international free agents yesterday. Total 2018 (Jan. From his days as a teenager, Reyes tantalized international scouts with his five-tool potential. As part of their penalty for shattering their bonus pool, Cincinnati will be barred from signing any international free agent for greater than $300K in both the 2017-18 and 2018-19 signing periods. This year, Wander Franco, who signed with the Rays two years ago today, at the onset of the 2017-18 international signing period, is the No. 9M-$1. 941 OPS across two A-ball levels in 2021 while he was still a teenager. Additionally, Baseball. Player (319) Pos. com website they have signed 17-year Colombian middle infielder David Lozano along with seven other International free agents. The right-handed hitter has shown good bat speed and a slight upstroke with his swing. He makes a strong case to be the best overall prospect. The Mets are projected to have $5,348,100 in international spending. Dominguez, who turned 18 on Nov. Originally an international amateur signing of the Astros, he went to the Twins in the 2018 Ryan Pressly trade. That’s 16 players 14 of them active ones with Lagares and Syndergaard currently on the DL. Around the league. October 23, 2023 October 23, 2023 Arizona Fall League Hot Sheet: Liam Hicks Deep-Sixes. The international signing period begins July 2, and now teams know exactly how much they will have to spend. Tracking the status and signings of all 2018 MLB international players. 0) Home Record: 4-4 Road Record: 5-1Simon Juan and Willy Fanas both signed with the Mets, the club announced. Billy Eppler Steps Down As Mets’ General Manager;. #LGM — Mets Farm Report (@MetsFarmReport). :: 2018 International Signing Period :: According to industry sources, the Mets agreed to a $2. 642. For 20 years, Martinez held the record for wins by a pitcher from Latin America, his 245 standing until Bartolo Colon eclipsed the mark in 2018. Welcome to July 2, the start of the international signing period, and the date unofficially known in baseball circles as "international signing day. The Mets boast a strong farm system considering how many minor leaguers they've traded in recent years. The Mets on Saturday announced their international signings, with an outfielder headlining the class. Venezuelan outfield prospect Luis Guanipa received a $2. 84 minor leaguer by Baseball America and No. They were also able to sign Fidel Montero (no relation to Hans),. New York Mets 1B. Mariners connected to top shortstop in deep international amateur free agent class. Here are some basic rules and an open discussion thread to follow along as the day. The future is now. Jesse Sanchez. The Mets drafted Rodriguez in the 10th round of the 2018 MLB Draft, signing him for $10,000. Additionally, signing bonuses of $10,000 or less do not count toward a club's bonus pool, and foreign professional players who are at least 25 years of age and have played in a foreign league for at least six seasons are. @ JonathanMayo. This system would look better if Lewis and Kirilloff were repeating their monster 2018 seasons and Graterol wasn't dealing with a shoulder impingement. Continue Reading. Ginn (a possible top-10 pick before he blew. 05 million New York Mets Francisco Alvarez, c, Venezuela (No. We took a closer look at Juan’s exciting potential here. According to the Mets transaction page on the Mets. com’s Top 50 International Prospects list, and right-handed pitcher Accimias Morales, No. Mets. Potential Landing Spots: San Francisco. 45 million, respectively. Terms of the deals weren’t disclosed, but MLB. (2018) re-signed by NY Mets 2/18; 1 year (2017) contract selected by NY Mets 8/11/17; drafted by NY Mets 2013 (1-11) (JSerra HS, Gardena, Calif. 2018-19 international bonus pools, rules, signings. Currently, Francisco Álvarez is considered the top prospect in all of baseball. ET on Monday, Aug. For 20 years, Martinez held the record for wins by a pitcher from Latin America, his 245 standing until Bartolo Colon eclipsed the mark in 2018. 1 - Dec. 3. The Mets' 2012-13 signing class exhibits perfectly why you should be excited about both the Mets' biggest signings as well as the smaller ones. 9 million and Fanas for $1. Jonathan Mayo. The 2018 Pittsburgh Pirates season was the franchise's 137th season overall,. It's why so many signings are announced on the first day. CRAVE PREMIER LISTINGNovember 25th, 2023. With the Rays’ inaugural season set for 1998, the organization wanted to make a splash in the international market. 5 million in 2018 with the Dodgers and Mets. Seven-time All-Star David Wright has no quit in him. It appears the Phillies are not done adding to the rotation. Mets to be reimbursed for 2023 salary of $18. NEW YORK, NY - JULY 11: Rodolfo Castro #64 of the Pittsburgh Pirates gestures after he hit a home run against the New York Mets during the fifth inning of a game at Citi Field on July 11, 2021 in. 15, is officially underway. Major League Baseball’s international signing period for 2023 has officially opened up today, with many of the big names signing almost immediately. Colon was signed by the Mets on June 2, 2018, at the very end of the 2018-2019 international signing period and spent the entire season in the Dominican Summer League. com / iHeartRadio App GLOW POINTS CONTENTS SAL South 1H Standing: 1st (+0. Jesse Rogers of ESPN reports that the power-hitting infielder will make $2. 000 (through 2022) Alberto Baldonado lhp 2023. 2018-19 INTERNATIONAL REVIEWS: AL East: Total 2018 Signings: Top 2018-19 Signee: Orioles 13: Moises Ramirez ($225,000) Red Sox 52: Eduardo Lopez ($1. Additionally, signing bonuses of $10,000 or less do not count toward a club's bonus pool, and foreign professional players who are at least 25 years of age and have played in a foreign league for at least six seasons are. 5 million bonus from the Braves. As a result, signing. Pool Spent: $6,219,500. Stripling to donate $62,500 annually to club charity. It seems odd that the farm system takes so much grief. Franyel Baez, of, Dominican Republic (video and more video) – $1 millionJiter Heredia, ss, Dominican Republic () Ronny Polanco, ss, Dominican Republic ()Lewin de la Cruz. Nov. The Official Site of Minor League Baseball web site includes features, news, rosters, statistics, schedules, teams, live game radio broadcasts, and video clips. Team. 5. In Morris, the Mets like his athleticism, strong frame (6-foot-3, 190 pounds) and deep mix of pitches, which includes a fastball that sits around 94 mph and a good slider. Fri. He uses some deception. Athletes that play in the middle of the field – either at shortstop or center field. Luisangel Acuña, INF, Double-A Binghamton. The 35-year-old has been rehabbing with the St. The Mets signed Andrés Giménez for $1. One great free-agent signing for every club Updates on Yanks' pursuit of Bellinger, Yamamoto This prospect's non-profit organization provides cleats, hope. 359/. The 35-year-old has been rehabbing with the St. In 2024, Lindor will earn a base salary of $32,000,000, while carrying a total salary of $34,100,000. The New York Mets have agreed to deals with two of the top available international free agents, according to multiple reports. Alvarez, trained by Javier Mendoza. Signed as a free agent in ‘97. According to the Mets transaction page on the Mets. 1 prospect in baseball. Bonus. 2018-19 International Prospect Signings 2018-19 International Prospects Arizona Diamondbacks Baltimore Orioles Kansas City Royals Los Angeles Angels Philadelphia Phillies Shumpei Yoshikawa Free. com’s Jesse Sanchez has reported these and several other deals. Tracking the status and signings of all 2016 MLB international players. Reds: Elly De La Cruz, SS/3B ( No. Mar 24 2018 Signed a 1 year $558,968 contract with New York (NYM) Feb 24 2017 Signed a 1 year $536,240 contract with New York (NYM) Aug 15 2011 Signed a contract with New York (NYM) Jun 6 2011 Drafted by New York (NYM): Round 1 (#13 overall) >>>>>>>>>>>>. Simon Juan , who is from the Dominican Republic, signed with the Mets for $1. Back in 2018, he was given a $2. Many of the top high school players from last year's Draft are scheduled to arrive in 2024, such as shortstops Marcelo Mayer (Red. The bonus pool amounts for the 2018-19 international signing period were given to teams this week, marking the second year clubs cannot exceed their the bonus pool per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The bonus for Guerrero was the second highest handed out by the Mets behind the $1. The New York Mets have a farm system loaded with pitching prospects who could be making it to the major league level soon. February 18, 2022 Tony Bps General, International, MiLB, NL East, Phillies. Here’s a look at how the teams fared during the 2019-2020 international signing period: Arizona. New York Mets: March 26, 2018 Jack Leathersich: Cleveland Indians: March 27, 2018 Jordan Milbrath:Arizona Diamondbacks. The @Mets have signed 21 international players. :: 2018 International Signing Period ::As is the case every 1) NY Mets prospect Andres Giménez. 9 prospect) Freddy Valdez, of, Dominican Republic (No. P. OF Bryan Reynolds, and $500,000 in international signing bonus allocation. The 2018 Atlanta Braves season was the Braves ' 53rd season in Atlanta, 148th overall, and second season at SunTrust Park. International Signing Blues. Here I highlight the 2022 International class and a little about a few of them. By Mark Polishuk | December 21, 2022 at 10:00am CDT. New York Mets NY Mets; Philadelphia Phillies Philadelphia;. Contract Notes: Largest ever salary increase and total salary for an arbitration eligible player at the time of signing. Total 2018 (Jan. 13 on MLB. José Reyes. In addition, when the Red Sox violated international bonus. Home; 2023 Draft Prospect Database; Mets recent draft picks; Dominican League; Mets 2023 Spring Training;Schedule. Dominican outfielder Willy Fañas initially looked like he was headed to the Angels in their 2020-21 class, but that never came to fruition, and the Mets instead stepped in to sign Fañas for $1. 304/. Chris Sale, Red Sox — five years, $145 million (2020-24) The Red Sox were coming off the 2018 World Series championship when they signed Chris Sale to a five-year, $145 million extension in. 5 million. The goal of this list is to be comprehensive and accurate, but given the nature of international coverage, it is unlikely to be complete. The Cards have already far exceeded their spending pool limit for the 2016-17 July 2 international signing period, and also added such non-pool players as the recently-signed Jose Adolis Garcia. The nine-year veteran won back-to-back Cy Youngs in 2018 and 2019 with more than 250 strikeouts and an ERA under 2. Currently, Francisco Álvarez is considered the top prospect in all of baseball. 15, 2022 2:32 PM PT. The draft order was determined based on the reverse order of the 2017 MLB season final standings. 5 million. The Mets signed 43 international free agents in 2018. Major League Baseball’s international signing period opens on Saturday, Jan. 359/. The Dodgers also signed right-handed pitcher Luciano Romero and shortstop Mairo Martinus of Curacao, considered the top infielder from the. 15. Seattle's 2023 payroll was roughly $20 million below its 2018 payroll. Louis Cardinals St. Syracuse Mets: New York Mets, NBT Bank Stadium – Syracuse, NY. Senga was 29 and had spent 11 years pitching in Japan when he joined the Mets last offseason, so he wasn't eligible. debut in 2021 and then moving into elite-level status last year when he reached Double-A and slashed . 2 International prospect in this year's class. 75MM Amed Rosario received in 2012. of the 2020-2021 international signing period had it not been delayed due to the coronavirus. 15 brings a delayed opening to the 2021 Major League international. The Mets have not confirmed the deals. :: 2018 International Signing Period ::As is the case everyHere’s a look at how the teams fared during the 2019-2020 international signing period: Arizona. $500,000 for 6th-10th place. " It's the day careers are launched and the lives of teenage ballplayers across the globe are changed forever. 515M (2018) re-signed by NY Mets 12/22/18 (avoided arbitration) DFA by NY Mets 4/28/19, released 5/3/19; signed by LA Dodgers as a free agent 5/5/19 (Dodgers pay pro-rated portion of $555,000 Major League minimum, with Mets responsible for balance of d’Arnaud’s $3. The Dodgers and Blue Jays forfeited $500,000 from their pools for signing players who had rejected qualifying offers -- Trevor Bauer and George. — Game 15 Upcoming Schedule (ET) with Probable Pitchers LISTEN: Fox Sports Radio 1400 AM / ColumbiaFireflies. Stripling may opt out of contract after 2023 season. Cruz might be the best defender at any position in this year's class. The Mets stocked their Minor League system with 21 international prospects, including a pair of notable young outfielders. April 22, 2023 0 Comments. 31, 2018) signings: 48 When the 2018-19 international signing period opened last year on July 2, the Brewers signed 17-year-old Dominican center fielder Eduarqui. The Mets have not confirmed the deals. 1, to come to terms with its Draft selections. 5) Justin Verlander. 25, of the Dominican Republic for $1. New York Mets; Philadelphia Phillies; Washington Nationals. Riley Park (Charleston, SC) — First Pitch 7:05 p. 2 From his days as a teenager, Reyes tantalized international scouts with his five-tool potential. The Mets are projected to have $5,348,100 in international spending. 5M), and pitcher Starlyn Castro ($1. August 15, 2018 August 15,. Yankees International Signings. Aug 5 2023 Recalled from the Minors by New York (NYM) Jun 22 2023 Optioned to the Minors by New York (NYM) Mar 1 2022 Signed a 1 year $707,500 contract with New York (NYM) Jun 15 2018 Signed a contract with New York (NYM) Jun 5 2018 Drafted by New York (NYM): Round 8 (#230 overall) EPL. The contract reportedly includes a no-trade clause and an opt-out that would allow him to become a free agent again after the 2025 season. 2018 Special reporting by Carl Prine. 1 million. International signing in 2018 (New York Mets) I had higher hopes for the fun-sized Valerio after the 2021 season, where he hit very well in Low A and spent the last month in High A, but he slumped. , April 24, 2018 — Joseph P. New York Mets Francisco Alvarez, c, Venezuela (No. 2 million as part of their 2015 international signing class. : Padres+ ($5,600,000) More ». Here are scouting reports on their top signee, a raw but powerful 17-year-old outfielder and more. The second baseman/shortstop bats and throws right-handed,. Chicago Cubs Chi Cubs Cincinnati Reds Cincinnati Milwaukee Brewers Milwaukee Pittsburgh Pirates Pittsburgh St. Baseball America and MLB. More. — Games 18 & 19 Upcoming Schedule (ET) with Probable Pitchers LISTEN: Fox Sports Radio 1400 AM / ColumbiaFireflies. Atlanta Braves. The signings include right-handers Jeury Hiciano and Geison Urbaez and left-handers Johan Simon and Kendry Rojas. June 10, 2018 Minor League News No comments. com reported that Juan signed for $1. January 12th, 2022. 5) Home Record: 6-5Franchises that shared affiliates, alternated the picks round-by-round. Alfonseca. Atlanta Braves Atlanta Miami Marlins Miami New York Mets NY Mets Philadelphia Phillies Philadelphia Washington Nationals Washington. Tracking the status and signings of all 2019 MLB international players. com / iHeartRadio App GLOW POINTS CONTENTS SAL South 1H Standing: 3rd (-1. Carlos Dominguez was signed by the Mets out of San Pedro De Macoris in the Dominican Republic on June 15, 2018, the very last day of the 2018-2019 international signing period. Age: 16 Bonus: $2. Seven-time All-Star David Wright has no quit in him. ) ML service: 0. All-Time Stats. Y. Instead, the Mets attempted to stretch out the $5,348,100 pool that they were were allotted. Riley Park (Charleston, SC) — First Pitch 7:05 p. 7 million deal with catcher Francisco Alvarez, ranked No. acquired by Toronto in trade from NY Mets 7/28/19; drafted by NY Mets 2018 (2-48) (Kempner HS, Sugar Land, Texas). News International Reviews: New York Mets April 10, 2018 Ben Badler Total 2017 signings: 28. The team ended the first half with a 33-35 record and the second half with a 30-40 record, making them 63-75 for the year. 15 and ends on Dec. The opening of the 2022 signing period has officially arrived. 2 days ago · 3. Transactions. In 2022, the New York Mets had a budget of $5,179,700 dedicated towards international signings – and ultimately signed 21 players. The Mets are discussing right-hander Drew Smith in trades, reports Mike Puma of The New York Post. 5) Home Record: 6-5Francisco Lindor signed a 10 year / $341,000,000 contract with the New York Mets, including a $21,000,000 signing bonus, $341,000,000 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $34,100,000. 2MM). San Francisco Giants International Signings. Suiting up for both of the Mets’ DSL squads, the infielder appeared in 54 games over the summer, hitting . Any team receiving a Competitive Balance Round A pick in the Draft gets $5. Alek Manoah, Adam Kloffenstein, Kendall Williams), international signings (Eric Pardinho) and trades. Vests with 170 IP + healthy to start 2023 (not earned) Cy Young Escalator (2021-2022) $2M for a win. Cubs, Giants, Mariners, Mets, Nationals, Phillies, Rangers, Red Sox, White Sox and Yankees is $5,179,700. com’s prospect rankings for the 2017-2018 international signing period. For presentation reasons here, we have re-labeled the rounds to be the number of the selection made by this franchise. As of mid-September, they were down to $2. The top five players, and seven of the top eight guys, by bWAR for the Mets this year all came up through their farm system. Smith can be retained via arbitration. Jonaiker Palacios was signed by the Mets on July 2, 2019, the first day of the international free agent signing period prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Clubs have a fixed amount of bonus pool money to spend, and can basically use that pool to sign as many. New York Mets. 75 million to spend on international prospects. With the Rays’ inaugural season set for 1998, the organization wanted to make a splash in the international market.