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About Matt Tallarini - World Baseball Network

Matt Tallarini - World Baseball Network
Matthew (Matt) Tallarini is the Founder and Chief Correspondent for the World Baseball Network.

Posts by Matt Tallarini - World Baseball Network

MLB

MLB International Signing Period Ledger for 2026

MLB’s 2026 international signing period is underway—here’s WBN’s full ledger, bonuses, and team totals.

  Jan 17th, 2026
Panama, WBC

Panama Goes All-In on Jose Mayorga Ahead of Crowded 2026 International Calendar

José Mayorga leads Panama’s 45-day sprint from the 2026 Caribbean Series in Jalisco to the WBC in San Juan. The mission is clear: Panama is all-in.

  Jan 15th, 2026
Minor League Baseball, MLB

MiLB Ledger: January 2026 Signings With WBC and International Impact

Tracking January 2026 MiLB signings: Loáisiga to D-backs, Jiménez to Blue Jays, Avila back to Guardians, Guerrero to Red Sox.

  Jan 14th, 2026
South Korea, Korea Baseball Organization, WBC

South Korea Olympic Gold Medalist Shortstop Kim Min-jae Dies at 53 After Cancer Battle

South Korea Olympic gold medalist and longtime KBO shortstop/coach Kim Min-jae has died at 53 after a battle with cancer.

  Jan 14th, 2026
MLB, Mexico, Liga Mexicana de Beisbol

Diablos Rojos Reload for 2026: Maikel Franco Signed as México City Replaces Aristides Aquino’s Power

Defending LMB champs Diablos Rojos add ex-MLB/NPB corner infielder Maikel Franco for 2026 after losing slugger Aristides Aquino.

  Jan 14th, 2026
MLB

MLB’s 2026 NBC & Peacock Schedule: Sunday Night Baseball, Sunday Leadoff, and July 5 “Star-Spangled Sunday”

NBC & Peacock unveiled MLB’s 2026 Sunday Night Baseball and Sunday Leadoff slates, plus Opening Day and July 5 “Star-Spangled Sunday.”

  Jan 10th, 2026
Italy, MLB

Italy’s Growing MLB Pipeline: Nine Italy-Developed Players to Know Entering 2026

Italy’s MLB pipeline is growing: nine Italy-developed players are climbing pro systems, fueling momentum toward the 2026 WBC.

  Jan 8th, 2026
MLB, Minor League Baseball

Japanese Two-Way Prospect Shotaro Morii Enters 2026 Ranked No. 21 In Athletics System

Athletics two-way prospect Shotaro Morii enters 2026 ranked No. 21 in the system after an ACL debut and legit 95 mph upside, per MLB Pipeline in 2025.

  Jan 6th, 2026
Mexico, MLB

Toronto Blue Jays Catcher Alejandro Kirk Confirmed To Play For Mexico In 2026 World Baseball Classic

Alejandro Kirk commits to Team Mexico for the 2026 WBC after a huge 2025 with Toronto—and a possible Tijuana reunion with Jonathan Aranda.

  Jan 1st, 2026
NCAA, USA Baseball

Georgia State’s New Downtown Baseball Stadium Will Honor Hank Aaron At Atlanta–Fulton County Stadium Site

Georgia State’s $15.4M, 1,000-seat stadium at the Atlanta–Fulton County Stadium site is set for fall 2026 completion after permit approval.

  Dec 27th, 2025
MLB

Panamanian Right-Handed Pitcher Sadrac Franco Signs Minor League Contract With San Diego Padres

Panamanian right-hander Sadrac Franco signed with the Padres after posting a 0.89 ERA in winter ball, putting himself on the 2026 radar.

  Dec 24th, 2025
Venezuela, MLB, Minor League Baseball

Yankees Sign Venezuelan Catchers Ali Sánchez and Miguel Palma to Minor League Contracts

The Yankees signed Venezuelan catchers Ali Sánchez and Miguel Palma to minor league deals, adding organizational depth ahead of spring training.

  Dec 24th, 2025
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