FrantzHardySwag Posted June 15, 2021 Share Posted June 15, 2021 So this is pretty much like the Salt Dogs level, Independent League ball? I'm guessing they are trying to get some more looks from MLB clubs prior to the draft? 1 Quote Link to comment
68hskr Posted June 16, 2021 Share Posted June 16, 2021 So how is it that these guys are playing professional baseball before the MLB draft. Does this mean that they won't sign with and play for a MLB minor league team? Quote Link to comment
ColoradoHusk Posted June 16, 2021 Share Posted June 16, 2021 7 minutes ago, 68hskr said: So how is it that these guys are playing professional baseball before the MLB draft. Does this mean that they won't sign with and play for a MLB minor league team? These are independent minor league teams and aren't affiliated with MLB and those minor league teams (which are now run by MLB). This minor league is a "partner" with MLB, however. These teams are using these guys for roster spots and games, and the players are getting some games and reps in prior to the MLB Draft. I am not sure how it works if/when these players are drafted or sign a free agent deal with a MLB organization. In the past, these players would report to a rookie/short season A-ball team. But, MLB overhauled minor league baseball, and I think they eliminated the rookie/short season teams. So, Roskam and Hroch may finish the season with the GJ Rockies, and then report to the MLB organization afterwards. Minor league baseball is really confusing right now with all of the recent changes. 3 Quote Link to comment
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