Editor’s note: I recently enjoyed watching this video and found it on YouTube. Only 10 percent of all Minor League baseball players eventually make it to the Major League level and “The System” gives an exclusive look:
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That’s 10% that ever put on a uniform (including a “cup of coffee”). Players that play 5 years or more is about 4%. That’s one per draft class. Only 20% make it do AA .
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That’s 10% that ever put on a uniform (including a “cup of coffee”). Players that play 5 years or more is about 4%. That’s one per draft class. Only 20% make it do AA .