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Dodgers sign Yadiel Alvarez, top international pitching prospect

As expected, on the first day major-league teams could sign international prospects, the Dodgers came in strong.

The Dodgers reportedly agreed to terms Wednesday with one of the most coveted players in right-handed pitcher Yadiel Alvarez for $16 million.

The 19-year-old Cuban, ranked No. 2 on MLB.com’s Top 30 International Prospects list, touts a 98-mph fastball as well as a good slider and changeup and projects as a frontline starter.

Outfielder Starling Heredia, infielder Ronny Brito and shortstop Oneal Cruz also signed with the Dodgers.

Heredia, 16, signed for for $2.6 million. Ranked No.