Episode 15: Jacob Berry talks LSU, Arizona, family
09/03/24 • 36 min
Scott and Troy chat with former LSU All-American and Marlins first-round pick Jacob Berry, who was recently promoted to Triple-A. He discusses his game approach and his dad's influence (1:18), growing up playing in Arizona (2:09), admiration for Paul Goldsmith (4:07), becoming a switch hitter (5:27), transitioning to right field (10:58), and why he transferred from Arizona to LSU (15:32). Berry also shares his favorite SEC venues (18:48), offseason golf spots (22:37), Arizona desert creatures (26:35), his experience with pro-ball crowds (28:15) and the draft process (32:06).
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Scott and Troy chat with former LSU All-American and Marlins first-round pick Jacob Berry, who was recently promoted to Triple-A. He discusses his game approach and his dad's influence (1:18), growing up playing in Arizona (2:09), admiration for Paul Goldsmith (4:07), becoming a switch hitter (5:27), transitioning to right field (10:58), and why he transferred from Arizona to LSU (15:32). Berry also shares his favorite SEC venues (18:48), offseason golf spots (22:37), Arizona desert creatures (26:35), his experience with pro-ball crowds (28:15) and the draft process (32:06).
If you like what you heard, please rate and review us so we can continue to grow Turn 2 with Scott & Troy!
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