In this episode, we sit down with Adrian Lorenzo—former MLB executive, scout, and co-founder of @Seven8SixSports —to unpack the real evolution of baseball: from scouting instincts to data-driven decisions.

Part 1 explores Adrian’s powerful journey from Hialeah to the front offices of the Red Sox and Marlins, revealing how a deep love for the game, creativity, and Cuban-American roots shaped his career in modern baseball. The conversation highlights how art, analytics, and athlete development collide, especially in a city like Miami.

We unpack the differences between scouts and coaches, the hidden art behind interpreting player value, and the challenge of simplifying advanced metrics for real player growth—especially in youth sports. Whether you're a parent, coach, or athlete trying to navigate recruiting or player development, this episode delivers real insight without the fluff.

We also dive into:

⚾How modern scouting uses data and creativity

📊 Why WAR and other metrics matter in today’s game

🧠 The key differences between instincts and analytics

🖌️ How creativity and collaboration shape player development

📉 Why many scouts still get hitting wrong (and what matters more today)

🌍 The lessons from traveling Latin America to find talent

⚾️ Adrian Lorenzo also opens up about his personal evolution—what he learned working with big-league stars like Yoenis Céspedes, and how his background in art and creativity continues to influence his work in sports today.

✅ Don’t miss part two of this conversation.

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