What MLB Scouts Actually Look For (From a New York Mets Scout) with Brett Campbell

What does it actually take to get noticed by MLB scouts? In this episode of Elevate 2 Great, Trey Fowler sits down with Brett Campbell, former MLB pitcher turned scout for the New York Mets, to break down what separates players who get recruited… from those who get overlooked. Brett has seen the game from every angle. Player. Scout. Coach. And what he shares in this episode is what most athletes, parents, and coaches get completely wrong about the recruiting process. This isn’t just about talent. It’s about: How players are evaluatedWhat scouts actually pay attention toThe biggest mistakes athletes makeAnd how to position yourself for real opportunitiesIf you’re serious about playing at the next level, this episode is required listening. Brett Campbell is also launching Gulf South Academy this fall, a new baseball development academy focused on building complete athletes through elite instruction, development, and mentorship. Learn more at: https://gulfsouthacademy.com He also continues to lead Power Baseball Gulf South, a travel baseball organization committed to developing players the right way both on and off the field. Follow here: https://www.facebook.com/share/17GcERiQUY/?mibextid=wwXIfr Links & Resources Schedule a Free Coaching Session https://factoryeleven.net/coaching-session Follow Elevate 2 Great https://x.com/Elevate2GreatHQ https://www.facebook.com/elevate2great https://www.instagram.com/elevate2greatpodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/@FactoryEleven526 Call Us (404) 594-8470 Want to Be a Guest or Have Questions? nikki@factoryeleven.net Chapters:  00:00 Intro: Former MLB Player & Mets Scout Brett Campbell 05:42 Lessons From Growing Up With a Coach as a Dad 11:43 Brett’s Recruiting Journey, Injuries & Transfers 20:04 Grinding Through Minor League Baseball 27:47 Transitioning From MLB Player to Coach & Scout 36:40 What MLB Scouts Actually Look For in Players 43:53 Why “Process Over Results” Changes Everything 49:02 The Biggest Problems in Youth Travel Baseball 55:57 What Needs to Change in Youth Sports Today 58:52 How Parents Should Behave at Games 01:02:42 Playing Time, Tough Conversations & Player Development 01:11:16 Final Take: Why Failure Is Not Your Enemy