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International Signing!
The Astros have signed on of top, if not THE top, international free agent: 16 year old Venezuelan outfielder (CF) Pacho Olivas. The Astros used all $5 million of their international pool money to sign Olivas. He was the first and only name on their international free agent board. Scouts say Olivas is a true 5-tool player with tons of raw power in his 6'1, 170 pound frame. He will only add to that power as he matures. The Astros' plan for him is to remain with their international development team for the remainder of this season and then start him out in rookie ball next year. It wouldn't shock many to see him reach A- or A league ball by the middle of next year as a then-17 year old! He should be a quick riser with a legitimate chance to make his big league debut around 2022 or 2023 when he would be 19 or 20 years old.
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