Alright, let’s talk about the MLB draft, specifically Cade Beloso. It’s funny how these things grab your attention sometimes. I wasn’t initially laser-focused on this year’s draft, got other stuff going on, you know? But then I kept seeing Beloso’s name mentioned, mostly tied to his time at LSU.
So, one evening, I actually sat down and decided to properly look into it. Wasn’t anything too fancy. Just pulled up my laptop, opened a browser. My usual routine when I get curious about a player.
Digging In
First thing I did was search for his college stats. LSU has a strong program, so seeing how he performed there felt important. I spent a bit scrolling through numbers – home runs, batting average, RBIs, that sort of thing. You get a feel for the player, even just from the stats page. Numbers don’t tell the whole story, but they give you a starting point.
Then I wanted to see him play. Stats are one thing, seeing the swing is another. Found some highlight reels online. Watched clips of his bigger hits, some defensive plays too. You try to gauge the power, the swing mechanics, just the overall look of the player on the field. Does he look confident? Does the swing look smooth?
- Checked batting stance.
- Looked for power indicators.
- Watched some fielding moments, though he’s known more for the bat.
It’s not like being a pro scout, obviously. Just a guy watching some clips, forming an opinion. Reminds me of back in the day, tracking players through box scores in the newspaper. Simpler times, maybe?
Following the Draft Event
After doing my homework, I paid a bit more attention when the draft itself was happening. Didn’t watch every single pick live, that takes dedication I don’t always have anymore. But I kept track online, refreshing pages to see where guys were landing.
Waiting for the pick… It’s always interesting to see if a player goes where you expect, or if they slide, or get picked up earlier. When Beloso’s name was finally called, I checked which team got him. Looked up a bit about that team’s farm system, wondering how he might fit in or what his path might look like. Again, just casual interest, passing the time.
So yeah, that was my process. Started with hearing the name, got curious, did some basic looking around online – stats, videos. Then followed along loosely with the draft event itself. Nothing groundbreaking, just how I tend to follow these things when a particular player catches my eye. It’s always cool to see these college kids get their shot.
