MLB players share youth baseball advice for Little League participants
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Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Major League Baseball players reflect on their youth baseball experiences and offer advice to current Little League players. Several players emphasized having fun on the field and the importance of maintaining good sportsmanship. Tips include not digging holes in the outfield and staying focused on teamwork. This advice comes as part of an initiative to support youth baseball and promote positive experiences in the sport.
- •MLB players reflect on their youth baseball experiences.
- •Emphasis on fun and sportsmanship in Little League.
- •Advice includes avoiding digging holes in the outfield.
- •Encouragement for teamwork and focus on enjoyment.
- 12:54 PMESPN — Have fun! Don't dig holes in the outfield! MLB players give their Little League advice
"We asked major leagues what one piece of advice from their youth baseball days stuck with them -- and what advice they'd give now. Here's what they said.
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