Wasn't so until 2018 season, and the Top 8 are what matter for how teams are paired in the two Omaha pools. So, I'd say it's fair to say that there's still some confusion around the use of the term.
I am pretty sure it's because he communicated a number ($$) most teams weren't willing to meet. And he wanted to play w his brother and work on his secondary pitches, so we were told anyway.