Marlins reach reported $1 million pre-agreement with Canó Jr.

The Miami Marlins have reached a reported $1 million pre-agreement with 16-year-old infielder Robinson Canó Jr. for their 2028 international class, according to reports citing a league source and baseball reporter Jon Heyman. The agreement is not yet an official signing. Canó Jr., the son of former major league player Robinson Canó, is expected to join the Marlins’ international group. A report on the agreement said it cannot become official until the international signing period opens, which generally begins January 15. The reports do not establish that a completed signing has taken place. Canó Jr. played in the Mexican League this year, where he hit .291 with 15 home runs and 72 RBIs. One account said he recorded those numbers in 85 appearances. He played for Diablos Rojos del México, according to one report. The reported pre-agreement puts the teenager on a path toward the Marlins organization, but it does not guarantee a major league career. International prospects typically develop through multiple levels of professional baseball, and the eventual outcome for any player remains uncertain. His father played 17 seasons in the major leagues, appearing for the New York...