The above comments are very accurate. A few other things come to my mind. It is an excellent opportunity to refine your skills. Depending on the league you may experience higher level competition than what you previously played. It also gives you a watered down version of what life in the minors may be. Long bus rides, so-so lodging, fast foods, playing 6 out of 7 days a week, and more good stuff. Son loved his experience because met new people, visited new sites, and played ball like it was supposed to be played as a kid, for enjoyment and fun. It is tiring on the body and mind though especially after a full season. Hopefully there is time to shut it down after summer and before fall starts up. As was referenced above, unless it was Team USA, the Cape, or a few other top leagues, it may not be as crucial in changing draft perception.