Why doesn't MLB Host a Pre-Draft Combine?

[vance_the_cubs_fan]

Wouldn't having an NFL-like combine be beneficial to MLB as well?

 

After seeing reports on the NFL combine, I have to wonder why baseball doesn't have one. The top high school seniors along with some college juniors and seniors could be invited to work out for the scouts and MLB execs. I think it would be a good idea.

 

Thoughts?

[UK1679666180]

Seniors in HS, JUCO players, draft eligible Sophs, Juniors, and Seniors in College.

 

It's too massive for one gathering & there's plenty of showcases for HS players.

 

If the draft was smaller and only Junior and Seniors in college were avail for the draft, it might work. Then, you have around 1500 spots they're looking at.

[DesMoinesCub]

How does the NFL determine who is or is not invited to the camp? Isn't it the top so many players at each position?

 

*Rant*

 

I think if the people they invite to the NFL don't want to participate in ALL of the different drills, they should not be allowed to come. I understand why they don't want to, but I just don't think it is right. Give someone else the chance to make an impact. No disrespect to any people who are fans of people that choose not to participate in certain activities at the NFL combine.

[burnt out cubbie fan]

I am pretty sure that they invite everyone that is eligible for and has entered the draft.

[Outshined_One]

I am pretty sure that they invite everyone that is eligible for and has entered the draft.

 

Actually, a number of small school players do not get combine invites.