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Baseball is more than a sport for Native Americans. It’s a part of their identity and a cherished tradition passed down from generation to generation. From a young age, they are exposed to the sport; a game that brings families and communities together, whether it’s through watching a local game, playing catch in the backyard, or joining a youth league.
Similarly, in a video that recently went viral, a young boy, who looks no older than four or five years old is effortlessly hitting a ball into the sky, from his backyard. And the internet is going gaga over the young hitting sensation.
Has MLB found a new powerful slugger, a.k.a. Mike Trout or Aaron Judge?
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As the video spread, it caught the attention of baseball fans, many of whom were in awe of the young boy’s skill and natural talent. Starting from his very stance to his back-lift, his swing is smooth and powerful. And his natural talent for the game is only but clear.
This kid has a smooth swing 🔥 pic.twitter.com/3sVvGDR98S
— Baseball (@mlbelites_) January 13, 2023
Consequently, he received overwhelming reactions on two fronts. One, where his swing and power; And the other one is about his natural ability parallelly being drawn next to the likes of superstar sluggers like Mike Trout or “Mini Trout”, Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and Bryce Harper amongst many others.
Correspondingly, the public has expressed their excitement for the child’s potential and urged MLB teams to take notice and secure his talents by offering him a significant signing bonus without any attempts to change his natural abilities.
Supporters have also entertained the notion of the young prodigy’s potential future contributions to the World Series.
Mini trout
— Jason Rains (@jasonbrains) January 13, 2023
Mike Trout
— Southside Jim (@ToSirWithNoLove) January 13, 2023
Looks like a right handed @bryceharper3 to me
— Juan (@TheTexasJuan) January 14, 2023
Sign him up
— Fireonshakedwnstreet (@Fireonshakedwn1) January 13, 2023
Nice follow thru 👍🏾
— D. Will (@DWill035) January 13, 2023
He’s ready for pro ball 😂🔥😤
— Ryan Hanna (@Dice_Man_21) January 13, 2023
pops just saw dollars signs lol
— Carl Banks (@CarltonWins) January 13, 2023
643 million 8 years .
— EA (@EvMatic) January 14, 2023
Whoa! Can that kid play third base? There’s a guy on the Yankees that he could probably bump right now.
— WaltNes3 (@WaltNes3) January 14, 2023
Dads watching that ball thinking “12 yrs $300 Mil”
— Earl (@EMC_III) January 13, 2023
signing retirement papers when boy hit the league
— Luvr Boy (@Demonboychubbs) January 13, 2023
Coming back to this after the 2042 World Series
— Isaiah Martin (@isaiahrmartin) January 13, 2023
While it’s unclear what the future holds for the young prodigy, one thing is certain: “Mini Trout” has rightfully captured the hearts of baseball fans everywhere. Moreover, his homer successfully proves that age truly is just a number when it comes to talent and skill.
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What do you think about this young boy’s swing? Would it have cleared the park? In addition to that, do you think that he’s on track to a large contract in the near future? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
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