Major League Baseball (MLB) is proposing significant changes to the Rule 4 draft, including making high school players ineligible, allowing college players to enter after their sophomore year, reducing the draft from 20 to 12 rounds, and cutting the bonus budget by over 30%. These changes could delay player entry into the majors, impacting free agency by making players older when they hit the market, thus lowering earning potential. Additionally, MLB’s ongoing control over the sport raises concerns about its commitment to the game’s future and its fans. Commissioner Rob Manfred’s legacy may be at stake as these changes threaten the foundation of baseball itself.
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