Detroit Tigers, Record Contract and International Star

Detroit Tigers Officially Sign International Star To Franchise-Record Contract
With the first day of the international signing period beginning on Jan. 15, the Detroit Tigers made headlines with their signing. According to Evan Petzold of
Tigers, as well as outside appraisers, like Detroit’s 2025 international crop
In unveiling Wednesday their first six picks from MLB’s 2025 international class, the Tigers were heavy on big bats — and big bodies.
Detroit Tigers sign international prospect Cris Rodriguez to record $3.2 million bonus
"The physical ability we believe to be special," Metzler said. "We love the bat speed, the power, the bat path. We love the athleticism, the frame, the natural projection. I'd follow that up by saying we feel strongly about the kid.
Can Cris Rodriguez bring a boost to the Tigers’ international pipeline?
Outfielder Cris Rodriguez just became the highest-paid and highest-ranked international amateur the Tigers have ever signed.
Who is Cris Rodriguez? Breaking down Detroit Tigers' top international signee
Baseball America's Ben Badler shares what fans should know about the Detroit Tigers top-ranked international prospect Cris Rodriguez in 2025 class.
Detroit Tigers: New prospect Cris Rodriguez is 'definitely going to hit for power'
Detroit Tigers executives Miguel Garcia and Rob Metzler talk to reporters January 15, 2025, about signing top international prospect Cris Rodriguez.
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