Baseball America published their review of the international signings the Cubs made last year. Ben Badler said the Cubs had an eventful year internationally, led by their big-ticket signing of Cuban outfielder Jorge Soler. The Cubs made several international signings that included RHP Juan Carlos Paniagua, shortstop Frandy De La Rosa, shortstop Danny Gutierrez, RHP [...]
From the Wire … Cubs Sign Juan Carlos Paniagua
July 19, 2012 By 29 Comments
According to a report from Baseball America, the Cubs signed right-handed pitcher Juan Carlos Paniagua for $1.5 million. The signing of the 22-year old Dominican right-hander will count against the Cubs’ international free agent pool of $2.9 million for the 2012-2013 signing period once the deal becomes official. The Cubs’ signed 16-year old Dominican shortstop [...]
From the Wire … Cubs Sign International Prospect Frandy De La Rosa
July 2, 2012 By 11 Comments
According to reports from Baseball America and MLB.com, the Cubs have signed 16-year old Dominican switch-hitting shortstop Frandy De La Rosa for $700,000.
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