Overview
- Philadelphia finalized the deal on Jan. 15, the first day of the 2026 international signing period, adding the Venezuelan outfielder at age 17.
- The bonus is reported at $4 million, with MLB.com reporting the club earmarked that amount from a $6,679,200 international pool.
- MLB Pipeline ranks Renteria No. 3 in the class, and MLB.com calls him the highest-ranked international player the Phillies have ever signed.
- Scouting reports highlight plus raw power, speed and athleticism, with questions about consistent contact and his eventual defensive home.
- He logged pro at-bats for Senadores de Caracas at 15 and blasted 18 homers in a Venezuelan derby, with one evaluator comparing him to top prospect Konnor Griffin.