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Yankees Begin 2026 International Signing Period Amid Scouting Shakeup
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Yankees Begin 2026 International Signing Period Amid Scouting Shakeup

The 2026 international signing period opens with the Yankees juggling a small $5.44M bonus pool and an unsettled international scouting leadership after the firing of longtime director Danny Rowland, a move that contributed to prospect Wandy Asigen reneging and signing with the Mets. Yet New York disclosed its first IFA signings via Baseball America, including Germayhoni Beltre ($100,000) and Abrahan Pichardo, with a second update adding Sebastian Pinto, and others like Kenneth Melendez, Poly Ojeda, Cesar Lopez, and Sebastian Rivas also in the class; the year is expected to be quieter than recent splashy classes but the team will continue adding talent to its farm system.

Dodgers, Jays, Orioles Top MLB Offseason Pulse as Padres, Mets Struggle
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Dodgers, Jays, Orioles Top MLB Offseason Pulse as Padres, Mets Struggle

Bleacher Report ranks MLB offseasons so far in 2026, listing five best (Dodgers, Braves, Blue Jays, Cubs, Orioles) and five worst (Padres, Brewers, Guardians, Mets, Yankees). The top tier is praised for impactful signings and depth (Díaz with the Dodgers; Suarez/Kim/Iglesias with Atlanta; Cease for Toronto; Bregman for Chicago; Alonso and others energizing Baltimore), with projections placing them among the game's WAR leaders. The bottom tier is criticized for losses or cautious moves (Padres losing Cease/Suárez and uncertain offense; Brewers’ payroll/durability concerns around Woodruff; Guardians’ small-market inertia; Mets’ top-heavy roster; Yankees’ limited, financially constrained moves). The piece suggests the Dodgers and Blue Jays look strongest in 2026, the Orioles remain a sleeper, and the Yankees face pressure to spend and improve despite finances.

Michigan Football Faces Scrutiny Amid Staff Scandals and Firing Controversies
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Michigan Football Faces Scrutiny Amid Staff Scandals and Firing Controversies

Following the firing of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore, recruiting remains uncertain with only a few signees switching commitments, while key prospects like Savion Hiter are still on track to enroll early. The coaching change has caused some recruits to delay decisions, and Michigan's recruiting efforts are influenced by the upcoming coaching hire and connections like Jaxon Holly, whose family ties and positive impressions of Michigan keep the Wolverines in the lead for his commitment.