Dylan Crews Cements Legacy in Baton Rouge, Locked in on Postseason Play
Dylan Crews has cemented his legacy in Baton Rouge. The two-time SEC Player of the Year has lived up to the expectations and then some during his time with LSU as he gears up for his final postseason run with the Tigers.
Crews’ historic 2023 season has nearly solidified his chances of going No. 1 in the 2023 MLB Draft. Even if there was never a doubt, the sheer dominance at the plate paired with success on defense has made his chances that much greater.
Now, as he locks in on his final run in the purple and gold, it’s now or never for Crews as he looks to do all he can to get this team over the hump.
The superstar detailed his thought process ahead of the SEC Tournament, his recent slump and more:
Battling Through The Slump
It’s hard being a player that people expect perfection from on a day-to-day basis. A guy who can have no hiccups, a “slump” is rare, but it happens.
Crews has been subpar down the stretch this season, but his confidence remains high as the Tigers transition into postseason play. At the end of the day, all it takes is one pitch for the superstar slugger to shake back and he understands that.
“I look up and I’m still doing pretty well. I had a little hiccup in the road but I’m just trying to stay mentally focused… It’s important for us to control the line of scrimmage in baseball, which is the strike zone,” Crews said.
Two-Time SEC Player of the Year
Crews is the first player in SEC history to win Player of the Year in back-to-back seasons. A historic feat, he doesn’t take it lightly, but focus remains on winning a National Championship.
“It shows the hard work is paying off and it’s for the people that have helped me get to where I am today. Looking back, this is something I’ll always remember and I’ll always be thankful for,” Crews said.
All-SEC Defense Team
A piece of Crews’ game that he wanted to improve on most was his defense. He wanted to prove that he’s a two-way player that can shine in the outfield at the next level. In 2023, he did just that, earning a spot on the conference's all-defense team, an award he’s especially proud of.
“Based on history I definitely proved myself that I can stay there and I want to stay there as long as I can, but if I have to be in the corner then I’ll be the best I can at that position,” Crews said.