Frankeli Mesta

  • Position: SS

  • Height: 6’1”

  • Weight: 175 lbs

  • Bats/Throws: B/R

  • Born: 05/29/2007

  • Country: Dominican Republic

  • How Acquired: International Free Agent, 2024

  • Bonus: $200,000

  • 40-man Roster: No

  • Rule 5 Eligible: 2028

  • Minor League Free Agency: 2030

  • Options Left: 3

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Overview

Mesta has grown stronger since signing for $200,000. He figures to be an offense-oriented infielder who might grow need to move to second or third.

2024

In his DSL debut, Mesta hit well, with a 274/353/379 line. He had an 11% walk rate and a 24% K rate. He played second, third and short, seeing a little more time at third than the other two positions.


Stats

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Transactions

January 15, 2024: Signed by the Pittsburgh Pirates as an international free agent.