Eduardo Herrera is one of this year’s class’s greatest prospects in terms of pure power-hitting international prospects.
The unrealized potential of the No. 11 international prospect according to MLB.com is anticipated to benefit the White Sox. The 17-year-old third baseman reportedly agreed to a contract with the South Siders on Monday when the 2024 international signing window opened, though the team has not yet made official word of the arrangement.
Chicago’s signing pool is valued at $5.284 million.
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Ultimately, the teenager projects to be a huge bat in the center of a lineup with his massive 6-foot-2, 200-pound bulk. It’s important to note that evaluators gush about his versatility at the plate, including his ability to handle fastballs and offspeed pitches.
Scouts have praised the competitiveness of the shortstop-turned-third baseman, who has been compared to a teenage Albert Pujols in terms of body type and raw power. The White Sox will continue to coach him every day as he improves his game.
At the age of fifteen, Hererra participated in national team competitions for Venezuela’s 18-and-under division. He is a respectable runner for his size and has the work ethic to improve over time. Herrera outgrew shortstop and moved to third base to improve his defense. He is a mediocre defender at the hot corner who could ultimately go to first when he gets older.
A participant in MLB’s Trainer Partnership Program, Alexis Salazar, provides Herrera with training in Venezuela.
Between January 15 and December 15, international players are able to sign with Major League teams. Prior to signing, he must turn 16 and be 17 by September 1st of the following year.
Accordingly, athletes who were born between September 1, 2006, and August 31, 2007, are qualified to sign within the current signing window. To be eligible to sign, players must first register with Major League Baseball.