A deep dive into the high-stakes world of baseball scouting and player evaluation.

In today's major league, player evaluation is a complex blend of art and science. Eric Longenhagen and Kiley McDaniel pull back the curtain on the evolving role of the scout, revealing how they navigate the intersection of traditional wisdom and cutting-edge analytics. From rural diamonds to MLB draft rooms, discover the systems and techniques used to assess talent, emphasizing the crucial balance between data-driven insights and on-the-ground observations.

Explore the key metrics, scouting methods, and front office dynamics that shape team strategy.

• Understand the 20-80 scale and its application to player evaluation.

• Learn how to project future value and identify potential superstars.

• Gain insights into the intersection of scouting and data analytics.

Future Value offers a practical and illuminating look at how baseball teams find, evaluate, and develop talent in the modern era, providing a roadmap for success on and off the field. Perfect for baseball enthusiasts, aspiring scouts, and sports analytics professionals.

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• Publication Date: April 14, 2020
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• Print Length: 384 Pages
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