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MLB Implements New Tech Rules for Amateur Scouting

1/16/2026

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Story summary
  • Major League Baseball (MLB) announced new technology and data regulations for amateur scouting and player evaluation.
  • The memo to teams describes a shift toward centralized data systems to create competitive balance.
  • Teams will opt into league-approved vendor packages, limiting direct communication with third-party providers.
  • Teams investing in Trackman or Blast Motion could gain significant advantages.
  • Existing partnerships with non-approved vendors may be terminated, impacting scouting technology use.