International signings continue to play vital roles for all MLB teams. When organizations hit the money on the head with these players, all signs tend to point upwards. The best component is when a front office hits on a signing, and the price is a bargain. Here are the five best MLB international signings since 2000.
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May 17, 2010; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Kenley Jansen (74) pitches in the eighth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
Los Angeles was unaware they were getting a future Hall of Fame closer when they signed Kenley Jansen in 2004. After five minor league seasons behind the plate, the organization moved Jansen to the mound in 2009.
A year later, the right-handed pitcher made his debut and became a full-time bullpen arm in 2011. After taking over the team's closer role in 2012, he had one of the best stretches from any MLB closer. From 2014-2019, Jansen averaged 40 saves and 0.89 WHIP. While his fastball velocity isn't what it used to be, Jansen is still closing games and can reach 500 career saves by the end of the 2026 season.

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