The Baltimore Orioles and Los Angeles Dodgers left significant amounts unspent from their international signing bonus pools for 2024, with the Orioles at $2.1 million and the Dodgers at $1.9 million. Speculation surrounds Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, who will be available for signing in the 2025 period.

Teams like the Dodgers and San Diego Padres are keen on acquiring Sasaki, with the Padres viewed as a strong contender due to their competitive roster and market appeal. Other teams also had unspent funds, highlighting the strategic planning around international signings.