EBLS | The Game Beyond The Game: Developing the Mental Side of the Game with Laz Gutierrez

In this episode, we sit down with Laz Gutierrez, the current Pitching Coach at the University of Miami, for a deep dive into "The Game Beyond The Game" – focusing on the mental side of baseball and comprehensive player development. Laz shares his incredible journey from a high school player in Miami, coached by the legendary Ralph Suarez, through his playing days at the University of Miami, and his extensive career as a scout and mental skills coach for the Boston Red Sox. Get an inside look at the 2018 World Series winning team, the nuances of scouting, and the cutting-edge development approach at the University of Miami. Timestamps [02:04] Welcome & Laz Gutierrez's University of Miami Role [02:27] Growing Up in Miami: High School Baseball & Ralph Suarez's Impact [07:15] The Power of Multi-Sport & Multi-Position Play for Youth Development [09:46] Ralph Suarez: A Mentor & Opportunity Creator [13:15] The Golden Era of Miami High School Baseball (90s) [16:33] Showcases vs. High School Ball: Impact on Player Development [24:29] Laz's Journey to the University of Miami & College Baseball Experience [30:07] Unexpected Transition: From Player to Professional Baseball Scout [43:08] Scouting Anthony Rizzo: The Area Scout's Crucial Role [01:07:40] 2018 Red Sox World Series: Mental Skills & Winning Culture [01:15:18] University of Miami Baseball: Culture, Development & Resources [01:18:31] Griffin Hugus: A Modern Pitcher's Leap in Development [01:23:43] Why University of Miami is a Compelling Destination for Baseball Players [01:28:43] Closing Remarks & Call to Action ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 🎤 Danny Enriquez, Host ⚾️ Adrian Lorenzo, Former MLB executive/scout & Host 🙌 Laz Gutierrez, Pitching & Mental Skills Coach for Miami Hurricanes Baseball 🎥 Presented by: @seven8sixsports 🎙️ Powered by: @culturamediahouse 👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe for more! #ElBigLeagueShow #GameBeyondTheGame #MiamiBaseball #GoCanes #CollegeBaseball #MLBDevelopment #PitchingCoach #MentalSkills #PlayerDevelopment #BaseballCulture #Scouting #RedSox #BaseballMindset #SportsPsychology #WinningIsASkill #CultureWins