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Discussion: Why is a Major Plus Team playing "Exhibition"?

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April 7
Schibs
Men's 65
66 posts
The Midwest Championships has a team playing exhibition at 65 Major. I understand there is no prize for them and they play their 5 games and that's it. How do the games they play effect pool play and their first bracket game? If they best a team in pool, does it count against the team for seeding? Is there anything else that applies.

In the past an MP team just plays, gives up the five runs and if they win the tournament that's it. I see other levels have the same thing. Is this new for SSUSA?
April 7
txnighttrain

120 posts
Although I AM Not an SSUSA staff member, I looked at the bracket and what they have written. Pool cames will count. They can win first place awards if they win their 3 bracket games, however, they CANNOT advance in bracket. So any team playing them advances, win or lose. If I read it wrong, I'm sure SSUSA will correct me, so I recommend you read the seeding and bracket information for yourself.
April 7
SSUSA Staff

3628 posts
@txnighttrain ... Your reading comprehension skills and your ability to accurately report the structure are excellent ... The "why" for @Schibs is that we believe the Major+ teams playing in this scenario are likely too strong to be competing competitively in the lesser-rated divisions ... This structure protects the integrity of the bracket AND gives the Major+ teams "something to play for" instead of the usual EXHIBITION "play your five and thanks for being here" scenario ... Good luck everyone!

April 7
Schibs
Men's 65
66 posts
Okay, thanks for the thorough explanation. Enjoy your weekend!!!
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