All Of MLB Is Chasing Roki Sasaki | Defector
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The media scrum surrounding Roki Sasaki's agent felt more like a mosh pit than any I experienced, underscoring the intense interest in international free agency.
Wolfe fielded questions about the signing possibilities for Roki Sasaki, showcasing the chaotic environment reminiscent of punk shows, yet underscored by MLB's transactional nature.
Roki Sasaki's posting as an international free agent opens a narrow 45-day negotiating window, exposing complex flaws in MLB's system for international players.
The international player posting system is flawed, with predatory bonus limits and institutional failures that take a toll on players seeking opportunities in MLB.
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