East Coast Pro (ECP) is widely regarded as the most important professional scouting event of the summer travel baseball season for rising high school seniors. As the name suggests, it features top talent from the eastern half of the United States, with approximately 175 players selected to compete on one of six regional teams. PlayersContinue reading “East Coast Pro: The Premier Scouting Event for High School Seniors”
Category Archives: MLB draft
How to Hire a Baseball Agent
Hiring a baseball agent is a crucial decision that shapes a player’s career. The right agent negotiates contracts, supports development, builds NIL opportunities, and earns trust. Baseball and legal expertise matter, as does marketing support. Players should interview multiple agencies and ask key questions to ensure a strong, lasting partnership.
The Risk of Being No. 1: A Look at MLB’s Biggest Draft Busts
MLB’s No. 1 draft picks aren’t always guaranteed stars. From 2002 to 2018, nearly half failed to meet expectations due to injuries or struggles adjusting to pro pitching. Scouting remains unpredictable, with high school hitters and college pitchers carrying unique risks. Even with top resources, baseball success is never certain.
Major League Baseball First Round Draft Bonuses
The MLB draft’s flexible slot system gives teams a guideline rather than a strict bonus cap. By saving money on underslot deals (like Henry Davis or Heston Kjerstad), teams redistribute funds to other picks. This approach, combined with baseball’s monopoly status, results in players earning significantly below their free-market value.
USA Baseball PDP Testing and the MLB Combine
USAB and MLB test baseball players at early ages to capture performance metrics
MLB Consensus Mock Draft: May 2024 Update
We’re officially two months away from the 2024 MLB amateur draft and a clear picture of the top players is emerging. High school seasons are winding down with many southern schools in playoffs, so the chances of scouts seeing Konnor Griffin and Bryce Rainer as waning. As we look at the consensus view of theContinue reading “MLB Consensus Mock Draft: May 2024 Update”
MLB Consensus Mock Draft: April 2024 Update
As we start April, the 2024 MLB Amateur draft is just three months away and there’s a new number one prospect. Charlie Condon replaced JJ Wetherholt as the consensus best player and likely top selection by Cleveland in July. Wetherhold dropped to five. In addition, Jac Caglianone stepped up to the second spot with NickContinue reading “MLB Consensus Mock Draft: April 2024 Update”
2024 MLB Consensus Mock Draft: March 2024 Update
See the April MLB Amateur Mock Draft update for the latests. Once again, it’s time to refresh the 2024 MLB draft outlook. In this view, I added CBS and ESPN bringing the total count of mock drafts captured to ten. Once again, the top of the list hasn’t changed materially. The top four continue toContinue reading “2024 MLB Consensus Mock Draft: March 2024 Update”
Aging Curves in Pro Baseball
As baseball players progress through their careers, the relentless march of time becomes an undeniable adversary, affecting their ability to throw and hit with the same vigor as they age. The journey of these abilities is best exemplified through aging curves. The Significance of Draft Age – Youth is a Precious Asset Quoting a BaseballContinue reading “Aging Curves in Pro Baseball”
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