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Book Synopsis: A fascinating look at how MLB teams find diamonds in the rough.
In the plainest of terms, baseball scouts are tasked with seeing the future—a distant future, at that. Baseball's long developmental arc leaves room for plenty of twists and turns on the way to The Show. Some prospects shoot like arrows toward their projected potential, while others fizzle out or chart an unexpected course.
Joey Votto was a lightly scouted high schooler out of Ontario, Canada. Charlie Blackmon was once coveted for his left arm more than his offensive potential. Mookie Betts “lost interest in the draft” as he went unselected round after round. Jacob deGrom refused to relinquish his role as a shortstop. Lorenzo Cain never even put on a baseball glove until high school—and then wore it on the wrong hand.
Smart, Wrong, and Lucky explores how first impressions measure up to their aftermaths: the draft, years of progression, and for a talented few, major league success. MLB.com writer Jonathan Mayo profiles a diverse range of modern stars and looks at them through the eyes of those who noticed them first as prospects.
Featuring exclusive interviews with scouts, players, coaches, and more, this fascinating collection of origin stories is an ode to baseball’s endless possibilities.
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Looking for a fascinating read that delves into the captivating world of baseball? Look no further than "Smart, Wrong, and Lucky: The Origin Stories of Baseball's Unexpected Stars". This intriguing book takes you behind the scenes of MLB teams and their scouts' seemingly magical ability to discover hidden gems in the sport.
Baseball scouts are the unsung heroes who have the incredible task of envisioning a player's future success. With baseball's unpredictable nature, there are bound to be surprising journeys to stardom. Take Joey Votto, for example, a lightly scouted high schooler from Ontario, Canada who defied the odds and became a star player. This book unravels the captivating stories of players like Charlie Blackmon, Mookie Betts, Jacob deGrom, and Lorenzo Cain, who all took unconventional paths to success.
Author Jonathan Mayo, a respected MLB.com writer, takes you on a thrilling ride as he explores the aftermath of first impressions and how they compare to years of development and eventual major league triumph. He provides exclusive interviews with scouts, players, coaches, and more, offering unique insights into the process of recognizing talent from its earliest stages.
If you're a baseball fan seeking inspiration and wanting to discover the untold stories behind your favorite players, "Smart, Wrong, and Lucky" is the perfect choice. Join us on this extraordinary journey and explore the endless possibilities that baseball has to offer.
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