The Chicago White Sox have agreed to terms with 16 international players, including Cuban third baseman Alejandro Cruz and Venezuelan outfielder Orlando Patiño, who are ranked by Baseball America as No.

David Keller believes that talent comes from anywhere and everywhere. “And as a part of that, we want to make our presence felt in the areas where talent is coming from,” said Keller, a special assistant to the general manager for the White Sox,

The Chicago White Sox have gotten top international prospect Orlando Patino to flip on his commitment with one day to go until the signing period opens. Patino is ranked as the No. 81 international prospect in the game for this class,

The San Diego Padres and catcher Martin Maldonado are reportedly in agreement on a contract, per Dennis Lin of The Athletic. According to Lin, it is a minor-league deal. Maldonado, 38, has played at the MLB level since the 2011 season.