Reply to "Prospect signs with Japanese League to avoid MiLB and be free agent at 25"

PABaseball10,000+ posts

old_school posted:
PABaseball posted:
They have their problems. It would take a lot of money and a some big names to get involved to create buzz and excitement. A long shot, but if they decided to pour money into one league it might be something worth watching.
People who have money don't pour it into things that aren't going to pour more money. this idea is a fail on the business model IMO.

I don't disagree, but if the structure of rookie and minor league contracts does not change with the next CBA then you can expect there to be some interest from young talented players to avoid the minors altogether. A three year 2 million dollar contract is better than getting drafted in the second round and making $1300 a month.

Not something I'd necessarily advise investing in, but I would definitely watch.

5/23/198:50 AM

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