The Insider FR: A Proven Hitter and Two Rising Talents

He has a unique approach to the new ABS rule. Also: a historic debut, and a remarkable breakout.

We’re back with Insider FR, as we are every Friday. If you’re a new subscriber, this is a weekly section exclusively for paid subscribers, where I explore three different topics, mostly about Major League Baseball, which I’ve been covering for over a decade. I always try to include some original reporting, like this week, when I had the chance to talk one-on-one with one of baseball’s most efficient batters.

Also in this edition: several breaking news stories published my platforms, particularly involving MLB promotions, including the intriguing case of a pitcher from a country not traditionally known for producing major leaguers.

I’ll also take a closer look at one of the prospects who has made the biggest leap from 2025 to 2026, as well as several players who have recently changed agencies.