“The Dutch left-handed pitcher Tijn Fredrikze officially signed with the New York Yankees on the final day of the current international signing period,” Major League Baseball insider Francys Romero reported on X, formerly Twitter. “At 18, several scouts believe he has a chance to develop his velocity (88-91 MPH) and secondary pitches.”

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The international signing period is ending, and the Yankees are making some final additions to this year's signing class.

Anthony Volpe won't start the Yankees' season on time due to rehab from surgery, providing Jose Caballero a chance for a foothold at shortstop.

The New York Yankees got in just under the wire of the international signing deadline with an 18-year-old southpaw strikeout pitcher.

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If the respective countries get their wish, the Yankees may be down a handful of regulars for a stretch in spring training.

When it comes to repeat American League Cy Young winner Tarik Subal of the Detroit Tigers, trade speculation has been consistent heading into his walk year of 2026 and with no discernible progress made on an extension. On that front, a Skubal trade this offseason is increasingly seen as likely, reports ESPN's Jorge Castillo .

Major League Baseball will return to Mexico City in 2026 with a two-game series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres.