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Why 70% of Drafted Players Are Done the Day They Sign
A veteran scout once told me something behind home plate that completely changed the way I evaluate players.
“Jason, 70% of the guys who get drafted will be done the day they sign a professional contract.”
At first I didn’t understand what he meant. Then he explained the 70/25/5 principle—a simple breakdown of how professional baseball careers actually play out.
It’s one of the most important lessons I’ve ever learned in scouting and player representation.
The challenge isn’t finding the superstars.
It’s finding the 2.5%… and avoiding the 70%.
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Why 70% of Drafted Players Are Done the Day They Sign
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