The Phillies signed 17-year-old Venezuelan outfielder Francisco Renteria to a $4 million bonus, the second-highest in the 2026 international class.

The Philadelphia Phillies signed 17-year-old Venezuelan outfielder Francisco Renteria to a $4 million bonus, the second-highest in the 2026 international class and the largest since 2015. Ranked No. 3 internationally by MLB Pipeline, Renteria, a 6-foot-3, 200-pound center fielder, impressed with raw power, speed, and athleticism, including 18 home runs in a home run derby and experience in Venezuela’s top league. The signing underscores the Phillies' focus on global talent, with additional deals across multiple countries and an emphasis on left-handed pitchers and high-upside position players.