MLBTR | Mark Polishuk: The Orix Buffaloes of NPB are expected to post star right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto on Monday, meaning MLB clubs will have 45 days from Tuesday to negotiate a deal with the pitcher. The Yankees are among the clubs most interested in Yamamoto, 25, and if they choose to open their pocketbooks in the offseason, Orix’s ace will likely sign the biggest first contract for any NPB alum. Orix will be entitled to a posting fee, meaning whichever successful signor will fork over a 20 percent fee on the first $25 million in guaranteed money, 17.
Around the Empire: Yankees news - 11/18/23
