Commissioner Rob Manfred stated that Japanese star Roki Sasaki is likely to be part of the 2025 international amateur class, meaning he won’t sign until January.
The Chiba Lotte Marines officially announced they would post Sasaki this winter, confirming what industry insiders expected, as the timing aligns with the new signing window.
Sasaki's classification as an international amateur free agent limits his signing potential to minor league contracts due to restrictions on bonuses related to his age and NPB experience.
If Sasaki had waited an additional two years to join MLB, he would likely have been able to command a nine-figure contract.
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