The Dodgers have signed Michael Medina, a 16-year-old outfielder from the Dominican Republic, for $275,000.
Medina, who is from Santo Domingo and trained with Amauris Nina, is 6-foot-2, 185 pounds and played in the International Prospect League all-star game last week. He showed a projectable frame with good bat speed from the right side, power and the ability to use the opposite field. He most likely projects as a corner outfielder, with a solid arm that could fit in right field.
Medina was one of the youngest players who became eligible to sign in 2012, as he didn't turn 16 until Aug. 24. Had he been born a little more than a week later, he wouldn't have been eligible to sign until July 2, 2013.
Last month the Dodgers also added another Dominican outfielder for a six-figure bonus, signing Ariel Sandoval for $150,000.
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Posted by Jose | January 25, 2013 at 9:55 pm | ShortcutMy biggest concern about Medina is his game approach, his swing is very mechanical so when he start to miss some good pitches he doesn't make adjust. Its only 16, but some of this guys never learn to make adjust in game. If he can put all together def will be a High Reward project.
Posted by Oliver Burgos | January 27, 2013 at 11:31 am | Shortcut