As a parent I kinda wish there was no summer ball. As a rising senior, son should be in an internship, preparing for his next stage. Instead he pitched his 10 inning limit (communicated with coach prior to the season), training and working a PT summer job…setting him back for his next 40 years, IMO
He’s enjoyed his summer teams, and it’s cool when he competes against his summer teammates in the spring. A few smiles on the bump then a hug at the completion of the series.
I think the seasons are too long, it’s a bit much that some are still playing, and the vast majority don’t need to be prepared for the MiLB grind. 55 spring games starting in February, 40+ in summer, then fall competition into Oct/Nov. Way too much, especially for pitchers.