What really makes a baseball player thrive? Is it raw talent, hard work, or a bit of both? In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Mayo, a renowned expert in the MLB draft, minor leagues, and scouting. We dive into the evolution of scouting since COVID, the pros and cons of hybrid draft models, and the role of the MLB combine. Jonathan also shares insights from his book, which dives into the origin stories of baseball's unexpected stars like Joey Votto, Jacob deGrom, and Albert Pujols. Tune in for behind-the-scenes stories that will change the way you view baseball development.
HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Meet Jonathan Mayo, expert in the MLB draft, minor leagues, and scouting.
08:00 How has scouting changed since COVID?
13:30 Is the MLB draft combine worth it for players?
17:45 How to create draft and minor league prospect rankings.
22:00 The origin stories of baseball's unexpected stars.
26:45 What makes MLB teams excel at player development.
33:00 Why is raw talent not enough?
37:45 How minor league top 30 rankings are created.
RESOURCES + LINKS
Get your copy of Jonathan’s book “Smart, Wrong, and Lucky: The Origin Stories of Baseball's Unexpected Stars” HERE
Learn more at aligndsports.com
Book a 1:1 Consultation HERE
FOLLOW
Matt Hannaford: @mfhannaford
Jonathan Mayo: @jonathanmayob3
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