What is baseball operations?

Baseball operations refer to the department within a baseball organization responsible for all aspects of building and managing the team on the field. This includes player scouting, drafting, trades, analytics, player development, and contract negotiations. The baseball operations staff works behind the scenes to assemble the roster, develop talent, and make strategic decisions that impact the team's performance. Positions in baseball operations can range from general managers and scouts to analysts and player development coordinators.