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The Value of Betting on Oneself in Major League Baseball
In recent years, the trend of players opting to "bet on themselves" rather than accepting hefty contracts has gained momentum in Major League Baseball (MLB). This strategy may involve players denying substantial contract offers in hopes of securing an even better deal later on. Recent examples, such as Blake Snell and Matt Chapman, highlight how this gamble can pay off — both players took smaller contracts last offseason and ultimately received more lucrative deals thereafter.