Since posting our VSL season preview the team has added four new players to their roster including three just this morning. Outfielder Edgard Munoz was added three days ago. He is a 19 year old switch hitter but he checks in at just 5"8 150 lbs so between the advanced starting age and size we didn't make much mention of it besides the game notes in the daily minor league schedule post. This morning the team has added three more names that appear much more interesting.
Luis Rico- A 17 year old 6"1 lefty pitcher from Venezuela
Jorge Mendoza- 16 year old 6"2 righty from Venezuela. His birthday was just 5 days before the July 2nd cutoff so he was able to sign and get into the system before turning 17.
Bealyn Chourio- 17 year old switch hitting shortstop
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