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While the ability to talk to teams and negotiate moves up, the timeline for when he will actually sign remains unchanged. The expected signing window is poised to open after January 15th, aligned with the next international signing period. This strategy, largely favored by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, aims to enhance competitive balance amongst all teams, ensuring that no single team, particularly the heavily scrutinized Los Angeles Dodgers, has an unnecessarily advantageous position.