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Cardinals Bolster Farm System With $400K Pitching Prospect
9 Apr
Summary
- Cardinals signed pitcher Leonil De Leon for $400,000.
- De Leon throws fastball up to 96 mph despite being a teenager.
- He joins a top 10 farm system after recent trades.
The St. Louis Cardinals have officially signed Dominican right-handed pitcher Leonil De Leon, a promising international free agent. The deal, reportedly worth a $400,000 bonus, was finalized recently. De Leon's signing marks another significant step in the Cardinals' strategic rebuild, aimed at strengthening their farm system for future success.
De Leon, still a teenager, has already demonstrated impressive potential, with his fastball consistently hitting between 93-96 mph. Scouts noted his performance starting in November. His inclusion further enhances a Cardinals farm system that has been significantly improved through recent trades and existing talent, now considered one of the top 10 in baseball.
