The Mets are making a splash in the international market.
According to multiple reports, including Francys Romero of beisbolfr.com, Dominican shortstop Wandy Asigen intends to sign with the Mets for around $3.8 million when the new international signing period opens on Jan. 15, 2026.
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Asigen, 16, had originally signed with the Yankees but opted out of his contract to make a deal with the Mets.
It seems like a boon for the Mets as Asigen is ranked as the No. 2 international prospect by MLB Pipeline.
“The excitement around Asigen’s prospect profile stems primarily from his special left-handed swing,” MLB Pipeline writes. “He has ripped off 110+ mph exit velocities and is repeatedly able to find the barrel during in-game action. Asigen has a knack for creating loft from his frame, something that should allow him to continue to tap into his above-average power as he continues to fill out. The quickness of his hands has evaluators excited about the future potential impact he can have with the bat.”
MLB Pipeline has rated the left-handed hitting shortstop with 60 power and a 55 fielding rating. And while his arm strength is “average” at this stage of his development, Asigen’s reaction time and speed are touted by evaluators.
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Almost a year ago, the Mets signed shortstop and No. 3 international prospect Elian Peña for a franchise-record $5 million bonus when the signing period opened in January 2025. Peña is currently the Mets’ No. 9 prospect according to SNY’s Joe DeMayo’s latest rankings after a solid first year in the Dominican Summer League.
