MLB proposes international draft, dramatic overhaul of amateur draft setup

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1. 1d ago

   MLB Owners Propose International Draft and High School Signing Ban

   MLB owners have proposed a draft overhaul as part of negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement. The plan includes 12-round domestic and international drafts and would ban high school players from signing with major league teams. The MLBPA warns these changes could reduce prospect pay by more than $1B.

   What's confirmed:

   • MLB owners proposed 12-round domestic and international drafts.
   • The proposal includes banning high school players from signing with major league teams.
   • The current collective bargaining agreement between team owners and the MLB Players Union expires Dec. 1.
   • Owners proposed $200M bonus caps and higher signing ages.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The proposal may lead to a 2027 lockout.
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2. 10d ago

   MLB Owners Propose International Draft and Amateur System Overhaul

   Major League Baseball owners have proposed a new draft structure as part of CBA negotiations. The plan introduces an international draft and limits the amateur draft to college-aged players. These changes aim to restructure how teams acquire young talent.

   What's confirmed:

   • MLB owners proposed an international draft as part of a new CBA proposal.
   • The league proposed massive changes to the amateur draft structure.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The new proposal would limit the draft to 12 rounds for college-aged players only.
   • Amateur bonuses would be cut to $200 million.
   • The league is seeking these changes to reduce costs.
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3. 12d ago

   MLB Proposes International Draft and End of High School Eligibility

   Major League Baseball is seeking a radical overhaul of its amateur entry system. The proposal includes the introduction of an international draft and new age requirements for draftees. These changes are part of current CBA negotiations.

   What's confirmed:

   • MLB proposed the implementation of an international draft.
   • The league proposed significant changes to the amateur draft system.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Starting in 2028, draftees must be at least 20 years old and two years past high school graduation.
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4. 14d ago

   MLB Proposes Major Overhaul of Amateur Draft System

   Major League Baseball has proposed a sweeping restructuring of its amateur entry system during CBA negotiations. The plan includes the creation of an international draft and the removal of high school eligibility. The MLB Players Association has strongly criticized the proposals.

   What's confirmed:

   • MLB proposed an overhaul of the amateur system including the creation of an international draft.
   • The proposal includes eliminating eligibility for high school players in the draft.
   • The league's proposal was made as part of Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations.
   • The MLB Players Association has rejected the league's proposals.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The proposal would cut the number of rounds in the draft event.
   • Draft picks would feature hard slot bonuses and be tradable.
   • The changes would fundamentally alter college baseball.
   confidence 95%