The Baseball Bar-B-Cast is broadcasting live from Chase Field in Arizona for the 2024 edition of the Draft Combine. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the importance of the combine for teams and why more attention should be paid to this event in baseball. They share their experience watching potential draft picks go through drills and provide insights into the process.
West Virginia baseball player JJ Wetherholt joins the conversation to talk about his time at the combine. As a projected first-round pick, Wetherholt discusses his background as a lefty hitter influenced by his brother, his experience playing shortstop, and how Korean baseball has impacted his game. He also shares his excitement about the prospect of becoming a professional baseball player.
In addition, Jake & Jordan cover a major change happening at the Triple-A level with its replay system. They discuss the significance of this change and speculate on whether it could be implemented in the majors in the near future.
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