"He's incredibly mature as a kid, but repetitions and conversations and maturing so that he's a complete player is the key to him becoming the best version of himself. As a hitter at any level, repetitions are the most valuable thing. As you mature as a player, as the benefit of those reps, you become better."
"Repetitions are massive. ... It's an experience-based sport and it's an experience-based craft. ... I just think stacking those reps and experiences helps you guys truly see who Drew is or who Jung (Hoo Lee) or whoever it might be. If you're going to play the game for 10 years and have a lot of success, you need that."
Buster Posey's early-career path provides a parallel for Bryce Eldridge after Eldridge's Sept. 15, 2025 major-league debut that included a brief cup of coffee and milestone moments. The Giants have not committed to Eldridge's 2026 starting assignment and may wait until mid-March to decide, with signals pointing toward more seasoning. Manager Tony Vitello repeatedly emphasizes the value of repetitions and game experience for becoming a complete player and improving offense. Eldridge has logged only two full professional seasons since being drafted, leaving him short on the repetitions the organization values.
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