Podcast: The Real Voices of the Game (From the Field to the Future: MLB Scouting Meets College Recruiting)

Dave D’Agostino and JP Ricciardi host the “Brush Back with JP” podcast, featuring special guest Mike Silvestri, an international cross checker for the San Francisco Giants. Silvestri explains his role in scouting and signing international players, particularly in Latin America, and the evolution of the international signing period post-COVID. He details the extensive process of evaluating players as young as 12, the importance of nutrition and education, and the challenges of predicting long-term success. Silvestri also discusses his background in coaching and his new venture, Florida Diamond Recruiting Services, which helps high school athletes find the right college fit, emphasizing the importance of fit in academics, athletics, and social climate.