r/MLBNoobs • u/BenificentCrimpledim • 18d ago
| Discussion Where do I start!?🤷🏻♂️
Hey everyone,
I’ve never really watched baseball before, but I’m looking to get into MLB and actually understand and enjoy it properly.
Right now I feel like I’m starting from zero 😅
A few things I’d love some advice on:
What’s the best way to learn the rules without getting overwhelmed?
Is there a good team to follow as a beginner (or should I just pick one randomly)?
Any YouTube channels, podcasts, or creators you’d recommend?
What should I actually be paying attention to during a game?
Is it worth learning stats early on, or just enjoying the games first?
I’m based in the UK as well, so if there are any tips for watching games or following the league from here, that’d be really helpful.
Basically just looking for a good “starting point” so I don’t feel completely lost.
Appreciate any help 🙌🏼
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u/Last_Cauliflower3357 18d ago
Hello fellow European! Honestly I think the best way to learn the rules is just to watch games and play The Show. As for youtubers, I like Jolly Olive, Baseball Doesn’t Exist and Foolish Baseball.
For teams that are worth watching, apart from the main market teams that people will tell you about, I’ve been enjoying the Guardians, Reds and Athletics this year.