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Summary
MLB has proposed significant changes to its amateur-entry system, which would reduce signing bonuses by over $150 million and bar high school players from the draft. Additionally, the league is looking to implement an international draft to reshape player recruitment.
Why It Matters
These proposed changes could drastically affect the landscape of amateur baseball recruitment, potentially limiting opportunities for young players at the high school level. Furthermore, the international draft aims to create a more structured system, addressing disparities and ensuring fairer practices in scouting players worldwide.
