Summary
The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed two top baseball prospects, outfielder Rubel Arias and shortstop Ezequiel Melbourne, during MLB's international signing period. Arias signed a $1 million deal, and Melbourne signed for $750,000. Additionally, the Dodgers added pitcher Tom Apfelbaum to their lineup.
Key Facts
- The Dodgers signed two top prospects: Rubel Arias and Ezequiel Melbourne.
- Arias received a $1 million contract and is an offensive player outside the Top 50 prospects.
- Melbourne, ranked No. 29, is a switch-hitting shortstop signed for $750,000.
- The Dodgers also signed German pitcher Tom Apfelbaum, known for his fastball.
- The team spent all of their international bonus pool funds last year on Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki.
- The Dodgers have a budget of $6,679,200 for international talent this year.
