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Unlike many international prospects, Sasaki's age and posting process grant him a unique status. He is set to be awarded six years of control, similar to minor league prospects, significantly increasing the value for teams interested in acquiring him.
Mets' Position in the Bidding War
Interestingly, Sasaki’s agency reportedly values the Mets’ potential for player development highly, particularly praising pitching coach Jeremy Hefner’s capabilities. This positions the Mets favorably in the bidding war, as Sasaki is looking for a team that can provide him opportunities to both develop and win.