Events

Upcoming MLB Development Events & Baseball Industry Network events

Explore our lineup of professional development and networking events designed to support emerging baseball operations talent and connect future leaders with MLB organizations.

Take the Field Initiative: Baseball Winter Meetings

Take the Field Initiative: Baseball Winter Meetings

Major League Baseball hosts the Take the Field program, a two-day event during the annual Winter Meetings, specifically designed for those interested in pursuing Baseball Operations front office or on-field careers. Take the Field provides opportunities for education and engagement through breakout sessions, speaker panels, and professional development programming facilitated by industry leaders from MLB Clubs and the League Office. The event offers participants opportunities to learn from current baseball employees, develop in their areas of interest and network with peers and other industry professionals. Sessions focus on analytics, baseball operations, coaching, player development, research and development, scouting, technology, and umpiring, as well as leadership and communication across baseball. Admission and participation in Take the Field do not guarantee employment within professional baseball.
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Waldorf Astoria Orlando

Julia Hernandez (Julia.Hernandez@mlb.com)

Registration is Closed
MLB Workforce Development Career Networking Reception

MLB Workforce Development Career Networking Reception

A networking and job-fair style event designed for emerging talent pursuing baseball operations roles.

All 30 MLB clubs and the Office of the Commissioner participate.

Over 300 participants attended in 2024, with expectations of over 500 this year.

Candidate resumes are collected and shared with teams in advance to assist hiring managers.

Free
Monday, December 8, 2025, 8 AM – 11 AM ET
Waldorf Astoria Orlando (Grand Ballroom)

Tyrone Brooks (Tyrone.Brooks@mlb.com)

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Baseball Industry Network Winter Meetings Meet-Up

Baseball Industry Network Winter Meetings Meet-Up

A free annual networking event hosted by the Baseball Industry Network (48,000+ members).

Open to job seekers, MLB/minor league club personnel, baseball agencies, and industry companies.

Resumes are collected and shared with organizations prior to the event.

Over 500 attendees participated in 2024.

Free
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 8 AM – 11 AM ET
Signia by Hilton (Signature Island, outdoors, connected to Waldorf Astoria Orlando)

Tyrone Brooks (Tyrone.Brooks@mlb.com)

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NFCA National Softball Convention

NFCA National Softball Convention

The NFCA National Softball Convention is the largest gathering of softball coaches and exhibitors in the nation. Each year, the Convention features numerous ways to grow as a coach — whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned veteran.

BIN members are invited to join this incredible multi-day experience featuring educational sessions, networking socials, and leadership workshops.

BIN Member Benefits:

  • Exclusive BIN networking mixer
  • BIN hospitality suite
Free
December 10–13, 2025
Las Vegas, Nevada
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American Baseball CoachesAssociation (ABCA) Convention

American Baseball CoachesAssociation (ABCA) Convention

Join BIN members, coaches, and baseball professionals at the largest annual gathering of coaches and industry experts.

Premier & Elite Members : Enjoy access to the BIN networking lounge, coffee meetups, and invite-only industry mixers.

Members-Only Access
Event details
January 8-11, 2026
Columbus, Ohio
MLB Spring Training : Grapefruit League Meet-Up

MLB Spring Training : Grapefruit League Meet-Up

Kick off the baseball season with fellow professionals and fans. Network with front-office leaders, scouts, and partners in a relaxed, spring-training atmosphere.

Premier & Elite Members : Early RSVP access and VIP hospitality area.

Members-Only Access
Details to follow
February–March 2026
Bradenton, Florida
SABR Analytics Conference

SABR Analytics Conference

Dive deep into baseball data, strategy, and performance innovation with the industry’s leading analytics minds.

Elite Members Only : Access to exclusive “Analytics Behind the Game” roundtable sessions. Alternate Event Option: BIN members may instead attend the World Baseball Classic in Arizona during the same period.

World Baseball Classic events in Arizona (mlb.com/world-baseball-classic)

Elite Members-Only Access
Free
February 27–March 1, 2026
Phoenix, Arizona
BIN City Meet-Ups (Premier & Elite Member Meet-Ups)

BIN City Meet-Ups (Premier & Elite Member Meet-Ups)

Engage with industry professionals, executives, and partners at our regional gatherings hosted in top baseball markets.

Elite Members : Priority seating and exclusive access to private executive receptions.

Elite Members-Only Access
Details to follow
TBD 2025–2026
New York | Chicago | SanFrancisco | Washington D.C. | Los Angeles
MLB All-Star Game –Philadelphia

MLB All-Star Game –Philadelphia

Celebrate baseball’s biggest week with the BIN community! Attend live events, panels, and special networking opportunities.

Premier & Elite Members : VIP tickets and behind-the-scenes access to select All-Star experiences.

Members-Only Access
TBD
July 2026
Citizens Bank Park,Philadelphia, PA

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