Brian Naylor

⚾🔥 COLLEGE COACHES ARE GOING TO MAKE MISTAKES ON THE PHYSICAL GUY! Here's my opinion, and it might not be popular... Too many college coaches don't trust their eyes when it comes to identifying GOOD BASEBALL PLAYERS. It's EASY to spot the big, strong, athletic kid. The guy who looks great in a uniform, runs fast, and puts up impressive numbers at a showcase. And don't get me wrong — PHYSICAL TOOLS ARE A HUGE PART OF THIS GAME. But here's the problem... LOOKING LIKE A BASEBALL PLAYER AND BEING A GOOD BASEBALL PLAYER ARE TWO DIFFERENT THINGS. Can you actually HIT? Can you defend your position? Do you understand the game? Can you make adjustments? Can you execute when it matters? Because eventually, everyone gets bigger, stronger, and faster. And when that happens, YOUR BASEBALL SKILLS BETTER BE ABLE TO BACK UP YOUR PHYSICAL TOOLS. I've seen plenty of players who don't pass the eye test physically but can flat-out PLAY. And I've seen plenty of physical specimens who struggle when the game speeds up. The best evaluators recognize BOTH. 💯 MY MESSAGE TO YOUNG PLAYERS: Don't get caught up in how you look or what a radar gun says. WORK ON YOUR CRAFT! Become a better hitter. Become a better defender. Learn the game. Develop your instincts. Master the little things. Because at some point, the tools alone won't be enough. 🔥 DON'T JUST LOOK THE PART. LEARN HOW TO PLAY THE GAME! #C3Recruits #CollegeBaseballRecruiting #BaseballDevelopment #BaseballIQ #TrustYourEyes @natetrosky