The Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) has voiced its opposition to proposed changes to the annual MLB draft. The proposals, put forth by Major League Baseball (MLB), would significantly alter the structure and financial aspects of the draft process.
The MLB had suggested reducing the draft from its current 20 rounds to just 12. This reduction would be accompanied by a substantial cut – exceeding $150 million – in amateur signing bonuses. Furthermore, MLB proposed preventing high school players from immediately entering the draft, effectively requiring them to attend college first.
The MLBPA responded by calling for the preservation of the current system. However, they also expressed openness to expanding opportunities for younger players to enter professional baseball. The organization believes maintaining the existing structure while fostering access is a more equitable approach than MLB’s proposed changes.
According to ESPN, the MLBPA seeks to preserve the current draft format and bonus structures, but wants to open “more doors” for high schoolers to join the league. No further details regarding specific alternative proposals from the MLBPA were provided in the report.
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