The Yankees added another top outfielder to their farm system Monday as the international signing period began.
The club has reached a deal with Francisco Vilorio, a 17-year-old outfielder from the Dominican Republic, for nearly $1.7 million, a source confirmed.
The signing represented a significant portion of the Yankees’ $4.625 million bonus pool and marked the second straight year in which their top international addition was an outfielder, after signing Brando Mayea from Cuba for $4.35 million in last January.
The 6-foot-3 Vilorio is considered a potential five-tool prospect who projects to bring power and speed to center field.
Baseball America ranked Vilorio as its No. 19 international prospect while MLB.com ranked him as its No. 15 prospect.
The Yankees’ group of international signings also included 16-year-old third baseman Richard Matic and shortstop Dexter Peralta, both from the Dominican Republic, among others.
The Yankees signed Francisco Vilorio. Baseball/YouTube Project Director
The Yankees had a smaller bonus pool to sign international prospects this year because they lost $1 million on signing Carlos Rodon, who had rejected a qualifying offer from the Giants.
2024-01-15 19:10:08
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