The future credits the present! Yes, that’s how Dylan Crews’ recent statements can be described. He revealed how Alex Bregman played a key role in choosing LSU over MLB. so what’s the fuss here? It only shows the commitment of Bregman towards grooming the budding talents. But, why LSU over MLB?

Well, Bregman with his experiences is surely the most eligible one to answer this question and Crews shared the same in detail. Moreover, Bregman donned a custom shirt featuring Crews in a game in 2023, which solidifies the fact that he considers Dylan Crews a future star in the making. So, how is Bregman connected with Crews? And above all, can Crews be termed as a future star? 

Alex Bregman imparts crucial advice to Dylan Crews over his future 

LSU is the alma mater for both Bregman and Crews, which forges their primary connection. Crews and Bregman share another similarity, as they both were the second overall pick in the MLB draft. However, the similarities don’t end there. Crews told MLB.com, “[Bregman] is a guy that I go to if I ever need any help or if I ever need to talk about something. Just, anything really because he’s been through it”.

So all credit to Bregman for mentoring this young talent while it is good of Crews to acknowledge his friend. So, what’s Bregman’s influence on Dylan Crews’ decision?

Prioritizing LSU over MLB! Yes, Bregman made Crews opt out of the draft and focus on his school-level career in his early years. What followed was a one-year contract from the Washington Nationals worth $800,000 in 2024. According to Crews, “Bregman wanted me to go to school, so I pulled myself out of the draft and got fully committed to LSU for 3 years”. The experience he gathered over these three years in LSU ensured that he got his debut in the major league within one year of playing minor. 

A similar trajectory to Bregman, right? Now, what holds for Dylan Crews in the future? 

Dylan Crews: A future star in the making?

Well, Crews was projected as the best draft prospect in the 2023 Major League draft, which reflects his talents and skills. And why not? For the Nats, Crews completed the 2024 season with 24 RBIs from 35 games in the minor league. Currently, he is ranked as the #1 prospect in MLB. Now, he is about to start the 2025 season, being a full-time major regular for the Nats. Sheer talent?

Yes, Crews is a talent to look for. Paul Mainieri, the former LSU head coach, compared the preparedness of Dylan Crews with that of Bregman and LeMahieu. So, fans can bet on him going all guns blazing in the coming seasons.

Moreover, riding on Bregman’s mentorship and making a well-prepared debut in the Major League, Crews is here for a long race. With Nats focusing on young talents this time for their turnaround, Crews can attain all the opportunities with him to excel on the bigger stage. So fans, buckle up! Let’s witness the rise of this next-generation star this season. 

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