All of us are on this never-ending journey to find a sense of self. Trying to figure out what drives us, gives us purpose, or motivates us to be better people. How do major leaguers find their identity outside of the game? How do they handle the ups and downs that come with baseball? What is the transition like when their career is ultimately over?
The Human Side of Baseball: Mental Health, Identity, and More
Analytics will always play an essential role in the game that we love, but we tend to overlook the human behind those numbers at times. I hope to shed light on what makes a player who he is outside of the game and bring you new insights on some of your favorite prospects through a few topics related to the human side of baseball.