Alexander Vargas

While he did not sign on July 2, Vargas' $2.5 million bonus was one of the top figures handed out to an international prospect last summer. A 6-foot, 155-pound shortstop out of Cuba, Vargas turned 17 in late October. He obviously has a lot of filling out to do, but he has a projectable frame, meaning he will only be adding good weight over the next few years, which should allow him to maintain, or perhaps even improve his plus speed. Vargas is a switch hitter with a knack for making contact at a strong clip. While his speed would allow him to be a quality center fielder, the expectation is that he will be able to stick at shortstop, if that is where the Yankees want to develop him. Given his slight frame, it should not come as a surprise that power is not a big part of his game, but in three years, he could project to be a 20-plus homer threat. He is a long way from the big leagues, but has many of the traits dynasty-league managers should be looking for.