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Discover the truth about player development with Michael Garciaparra: former first-round pick, pro scout for the St. Louis Cardinals, and founder of GBG, a college and pro development powerhouse. Subscribe now!
What You’ll Learn:
How MLB scouting has changed over the last 20 years
The real value of rankings and how scouts filter hype
Why multi-sport athletes often stand out in baseball
GBG’s mission to be a development program, not just a travel team
The “Cardinal Way” approach to makeup, mindset, and resilience
In this episode of Most Valuable Agent, Matt Hannaford sits down with Michael Garciaparra, a name baseball fans know well, but for more than just being Nomar’s brother. Michael shares insights from his unique career as a four-sport high school athlete, professional baseball player, MLB scout, and founder of Garcia Parra Baseball Group (GBG). He breaks down why GBG refuses the “travel ball” label, focusing instead on long-term athlete development and college placement.
Michael offers a behind-the-scenes look at scouting, from blocking out the noise of rankings to identifying “separators” that set players apart. He explains the Cardinal Way, the importance of genuine makeup, and why love for the game matters just as much as raw skill. This conversation delivers rare, unfiltered advice for athletes, parents, and coaches navigating the modern baseball landscape.
Love this episode? Hit Subscribe for more insider conversations with MLB scouts, agents, and executives. Drop your questions in the comments we might feature them in a future episode!
Links & Resources: Garcia Parra Baseball Group – https://garciaparrabaseball.com Follow Matt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mfhannaford/
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Discover the truth about player development with Michael Garciaparra: former first-round pick, pro scout for the St. Louis Cardinals, and founder of GBG, a college and pro development powerhouse. Subscribe now!
What You’ll Learn:
How MLB scouting has changed over the last 20 years
The real value of rankings and how scouts filter hype
Why multi-sport athletes often stand out in baseball
GBG’s mission to be a development program, not just a travel team
The “Cardinal Way” approach to makeup, mindset, and resilience
In this episode of Most Valuable Agent, Matt Hannaford sits down with Michael Garciaparra, a name baseball fans know well, but for more than just being Nomar’s brother. Michael shares insights from his unique career as a four-sport high school athlete, professional baseball player, MLB scout, and founder of Garcia Parra Baseball Group (GBG). He breaks down why GBG refuses the “travel ball” label, focusing instead on long-term athlete development and college placement.
Michael offers a behind-the-scenes look at scouting, from blocking out the noise of rankings to identifying “separators” that set players apart. He explains the Cardinal Way, the importance of genuine makeup, and why love for the game matters just as much as raw skill. This conversation delivers rare, unfiltered advice for athletes, parents, and coaches navigating the modern baseball landscape.
Love this episode? Hit Subscribe for more insider conversations with MLB scouts, agents, and executives. Drop your questions in the comments we might feature them in a future episode!
Links & Resources: Garcia Parra Baseball Group – https://garciaparrabaseball.com Follow Matt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mfhannaford/
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