Samy Natera Jr. shares his journey from Juarez to the big leagues, including his debut with the Los Angeles Angels, his experiences in international play, and advice for aspiring athletes.
Samy was a force at New Mexico State University before getting drafted by the Los Angeles Angels. He was called up to the MLB team to play alongside Mike Trout on June 5, 2026 and has seen incredible support from the whole country of Mexico!
Presented by Albertsons Market
Produced by All Sports Best
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Samy Natera Jr.
03:06 The Big League Debut Experience
05:59 Journey from Juarez to New Mexico State
09:00 Overcoming Challenges and Injuries
12:01 Playing for Team Mexico in the World Baseball Classic
15:13 Life as a Minor Leaguer
17:53 Transitioning to the Big Leagues
21:05 Advice for Young Athletes
23:57 Personal Connections and Support
27:07 Gaming and Downtime as a Player