Mike Trout - A Music Video Analysis That Makes Me Sad

Mike Trout is the best player in baseball. Hard stop.
I wanted to make a video that demonstrated the intensity of which he dominates the MLB, and I think I took it a little too far. I'm sorry, Mike Trout.
I was also getting tired of hearing my own voice, so I took a break on this video and let the music and pictures do the talking. My voice is unworthy of Mike Trout.
The analysis of his greatness took me through several facts and graphs, but I determined that the best way to swim through the endless well of statistics was to ask some friends for help. A big shout out and thank you to:
Foolish Baseball - / @foolishbaseball
Jeremy Frank - / mlbrandomstats
Five Points Videos - / madden5points
Dawson Wright - / @dawsonwright
Brandon Warne - / brandon_warne
Outta Here Baseball - / @outtaherebaseball3205
Stark Raving Sports - Matt and Mike - / @starkravingsports
Set The Edge - / @settheedge
"Crown on the Ground" - Sleigh Bells - • Crown on the Ground
Sadman Baseball Twitter - / sadmanbaseball

[@MLB]

Whoa

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Whoa

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Whoa

[@SadmanBaseball]

Hi guys! 👋🤙

[@youtubeuser1758]

Whoa

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Whoa Austin

[@FoolishBaseball]

Mike Trout

[@SadmanBaseball]

Foolish Baseball all hail the god of war

[@SouthMingo]

If Mike Trout fought Kratos to be the God of War I believe that Mike Trout would win.

[@SadmanBaseball]

South Mingo agreed

[@mrjaming]

big if true

[@CAL300]

you know, the guy with the baseball reference page?

[@vatira]

interesting episode of chart party

[@SadmanBaseball]

Garrett Mattox took it in a different direction this episode

[@RecardoGuillermo]

I was hoping for a Jon Bois comment on his fav Mike Trout stat but I guess then this video would transcend what is allowed on KZbin

[@cloudproud729]

I’m starting to think you’re not a real soccer fan since you’re saying soccer and not football

[@HufflepuffBaseball42313]

@@cloudproud729 he’s just a bot

[@Alstor_H2O]

There literally does not need to be another Mike Trout hype video ever. This covers everything perfectly in four minutes and 15 seconds.

[@joseanthompson9069]

It does he will get older and win more Awards.

[@dingers5days]

This is some mesmerizing editing. Truly incredible, to be blunt. Mixed with the sabermetrics, it’s like the KZbin channel I wish I had. I really think you ought to do an historical baseball video. Some interesting topics that come to mind would be Carl Mays’s fatal beaning of Ray Chapman, early scientific investigations into the sport (Touching Second by Johnny Evers and Hugh Fullerton comes to mind), and looking into the history of platooning and its’ value.

[@SadmanBaseball]

interesting suggestions! thanks for the love!

[@BloodoperaBlackvomit]

Yes that was kinda weird, but also very cool cause its about Trout.

[@SadmanBaseball]

Ghostdialoog I feel the same

[@CAL300]

this is a strange energy for a Sadman Baseball video, love it

[@cjsyblik3296]

Doesn't evenvmatter that it's a division rival and he kills us. Every year the angels play the rangers for the next decade I will try to make it out to the ballpark. He's just that legendary

[@dpsbetkid9985]

Still every time you amaze me.

[@SadmanBaseball]

aww, thanks!

[@zacharyporter776]

I absolutely love your content dude. Keep it coming as much as possible. Both the in depth analysis videos and these. I don’t think there’s a better baseball video on KZbin than the Corey Kluber one you made.

[@traeyoungshair1023]

The Lonnie Smith video from Jon Bois is the best baseball video ever, but this guy’s content is fantastic.

[@grantreill1966]

Sadman, there are times when I love your content. Then there are times I REALLY love your content.

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It’s nice knowing I can like Sadman’s videos before they even start, because i already know i’m in for a great experience ✊🏽

[@SadmanBaseball]

MarriG TheRebel my man!

[@marrigtherebel3133]

Respect brother and Happy Holidays 🤘🏽

[@gregtjr.7871]

This is art. Edit: This is beyond art, this is the best video I've ever seen on this website.

[@SadmanBaseball]

awww! thanks!

[@johnkosylo549]

holy wow this is put together so well

[@SadmanBaseball]

John Kosylo thanks! 🙏❤️

[@sunshine_tidings6983]

I thought that one tweet was going to say “Mike Trout’s favorite flavors of Body Armor are strawberry banana, orange mango, and Kevlar.”

[@Didiasku]

Every single Sadman Baseball video is art, and every time a new one comes out, it somehow finds a way to be just as good if not better than the rest. You’re incredible, Sadman! The dedication you put to these is awesome and very much appreciated

[@SadmanBaseball]

THANK YOU! I try to outdo myself with each video and push my limits. thanks for the comment!

[@godphet3479]

Happy to see a Sadman video

[@outtaherebaseball3205]

Saddest music videos of all time: 1. This

[@markusabelius]

I watched this video right after the Arenado one. you brought up the concept of nostagia in the Arenado vid, but it was this video that actually made me more nostalgic than the other... and for reasons beyond the awesomeness of the graphs, graphics, Mike Trout, professional baseball and sports in general. "Crown on the Ground" was the very first Sleigh Bells song I heard back when it was released sometime around 2010. the band's album Treats remains one of the most unique and strangely endearing debut albums I heard this past decade, and it still holds up rather well to this day. unfortunately, Sleigh Bells lost their luster within my personal musical palate after each subsequent album they released to the point that I no longer followed their new releases after their third full-length album. As a Giants fan, I was never in tune with just how huge of an impact Trout has been for baseball beyond the evident and sheer number of accolades handed to him almost at free will on an annual basis. this video (among countless others of late, admittedly) made me realize that Trout is an absolute beast and deserves better. As for you, good sir; I wish you nothing but fortune and fulfillment as you continue to provide fantastic content in the wild world of KZbin. similar to my experience in discovering and finding appreciation for Sleigh Bells, you were one of the many relatively unsung creative forces on this massive video streaming platform that somehow fell unto my radar and earned a subscription. here's to more entertaining, fact-filled, high-production analysis videos from you in the near future, and may your endeavors on YT not suffer any diminishing returns similar to the effect of Sleigh Bells in my mental sonic library. btw, I noticed that you release your vids in three-month intervals, so I assume more "treats" like this are coming just around the corner this March. I'll be eagerly waiting for your next upload 'til then, brotha!

[@SadmanBaseball]

My dear new friend! Thank you for the kind words! I had the exact experience with sleigh bells and can commiserate with you in that regard. I won’t lie, a new video is nearing completion. Be on the lookout!

[@seangodfrey2406]

Genuinely one of my favorite videos ever posted on this hellish website. Amazing job.

[@nicop.7805]

please keep publishing videos! Just 3 vids released, but already one of my fav channels

[@aidancooke2352]

this is only my second video of yours but both have absolutely blown me away! great job keep up the outstanding work!

[@srsmatt7272]

😁😁😁😁😁😁 This is gonna be good Edit: HOLY BALLS I WAS RIGHT

[@kermanite]

Yep Now Make Mike Mad

[@benhoover6496]

You deserve more subs. This is incredible

[@TylerYTwo]

Lowkey really like this song now. Thanks Sadman.

[@chicpuppy6750]

WOW really a great video. The music, editing, graphics, topic...everything matches up so well. Well done sir.

[@kyusssmith5498]

This still brings me endless joy to watch.

[@meatcheeks2184]

Unbelievable editing job. Amazing work.

[@EZnation100]

Another awesome video! Keep it up my dude! Love it!!!

[@GabeMacDonnell]

Fun fact: in 1975 Bruce Springsteen traveled into the future to write a song about Mike Trout winning his first WS ring.

[@im_waffles2920]

You need to upload more often man. Your videos are complete fire.

[@ldmont1185]

What about a video that does in depth analysis of old time greats compared to today’s stars to see if the myth that “old players weren’t really that good” is true or not

[@gingerface1898]

I don’t know who you are but you’re my next favorite channel. Clearly a master of editing.

[@douglaskellock3000]

YAAAAAAAAAAAAS Best way to start a day!!!!! Keep 'em coming Sadman!

[@blackcrocks6647]

your editing is amazing

[@derekstoetzer5166]

once again excellent work

[@andrewduan5123]

Merry Christmas Eve people And you too mike, you machine in the shape of a man

[@elij1515]

Best baseball montage. Underrated!

[@nickwillisjr.5887]

PLEASE do a video on Nolan Ryan, he has to be one of the saddest baseball stories there is.

[@elijahmitchell1190]

your videos are so under rated

[@JonathanGulyn]

Bro I’m watching this really high and this video is making me feel like I’m at sea

[@SadmanBaseball]

Please stay near a toilet

[@SportStorm23]

He's back! Very creative video. I'm curious, how long has it taken you to learn these editing techniques and effects?

[@SadmanBaseball]

Hundreds of hours

[@SportStorm23]

@@SadmanBaseball sheesh, I guess I have long way to go

[@shortvideo218]

Srsly I was expecting that energy drink commercial.

[@SadmanBaseball]

Light That Baby Up if you watch this video it's like drinking two energy drinks

[@shortvideo218]

MLB + WEEEEEEED

[@Drogon7102]

Damn this is trippy. I cant even imagine how this video would feel high.

[@WaffleLover-my1hi]

Loved the video! Don't think I got a notification for it though :/

[@Joe-zq4ex]

Mike Trout. Be thankful.

[@danejurus69]

Cool effects dude.

[@HydetheRapper]

So, this needs a rap remix, and I wanna be the guy to do it. I'm dead serious. I have always wanted an excuse to write a verse about Trout, and this beat slaps. I'm going to email you.

[@HydetheRapper]

I did the thing: jmp.sh/vMagXfO

[@matsalvatore9074]

I still love to visit this video

[@joeldelacruz5075]

This is Art

[@IAmAndrew1]

So in conclusion. Mike Trout

[@MikeCheckProductions]

Don't apologize for being amazing 💚

[@catalungafilms]

this editing is awesome keep this shit up

[@lorenzootc]

This is dope af

[@TheColtonSports]

Another Sadman video! Yes!

[@jackm4457]

What is really sad, is that with Trout back on the DL for 8 weeks, the days of him playing CF, as well as putting up awesome batting numbers, are coming to an end. He turns 30 yrs old this summer, and the massive annual WAR numbers will almost surely decline. The good news is that Trout's athleticism means he can continue the gradual movement down the skill-level positions: CF to Corner OF to 3B to 1B to DH, over the next decade and still accumulate unprecedented career stats --- maybe. Stay healthy, Mike, and for God's sake demand a trade to a playoff contender... soon!

[@keeni.8431]

Oh shit he's back babyyyyyyyyy

[@isitsustainable820]

We all knew Sadman would come back with something tasty - didn’t know when or in what form. But our faith was a choice - and what followed was wonder.

[@fazegandh1352]

Was gonna go to bed but now I’m in an ambulance on my way to the hospital to recover from the seizure that gave me

[@SadmanBaseball]

I've had a few months to soak in what I did in that video. I have many regrets.

[@SaquonFields]

Him and Rendon are gonna feast in Anaheim 🤤🤤

[@supergaga1712]

"the god of war" is probably one of the greatest sports nicknames ever.

[@DustyVita]

Mike Trout is the culmination of human evolution.

[@SadmanBaseball]

the apex, the pinnacle, the piece de resistance

[@stephennichol2001]

Love it

[@AlanGohel]

Since we’re talking about wasted potential, when’s the JoFer video coming out?

[@allenshao503]

So pissed this video is locked behind a copyright claim. Something this good should not go unwatched!

[@mcpootis7796]

Put Mike Trout in Super Smash Bros., even though he'd be banned in comp.

[@yeazily9053]

i didnt know good loud was possible, but that was a good loud

[@dominic64tblightning24]

trout is just ridiculously good there’s no other way to put it

[@tyroland06]

My eyes hurt. But I loved the video!

[@cosmoid]

Why did youtube not notify me of this?

[@bobshoe8426]

Trippy.

[@benzene15]

Saddest thing is that he's not playing right now in his prime.

[@hudsonmcgaughey6798]

Fishman GOOOD!!!!! Please win a World Series angels you’re the only team allowed to do that in the next decade other than the braves but you’re not allowed to beat them to win it thank you bye

[@datad546]

Woah it’s mike trout😳

[@spencergeller2236]

Whoever did this did Pretty Good *wink wink*

[@talhakarsloglu4278]

Waiting for something different but its about Mike Trout so....

[@tmort619]

*hits dinger* "MICHAEL NELSON TROUT"

[@Phield_Trip]

Mike Trout is a god

[@andrewduan5123]

how odd

[@SadmanBaseball]

Andrew Duan very

[@charleskroon171]

Watching this on acid must be terrifying

[@d350highlights3]

I love you

[@spicyboi-zb3mf]

i see that strikeout bold ink

[@salted_ana]

Mike Trout will be the Ken Griffey Junior of our time

[@madxD144]

Hope he doesn't follow Griffey's footsteps tho.

[@alejandrolemmo]

Loved the video! but with no sound.

[@SadmanBaseball]

The sound is the best part!

[@alejandrolemmo]

@@SadmanBaseball don't be sad though. I am already a fan of the channel. Keep up the good work!

[@kermanite]

Oh Shplit

[@sheepwithalisp1591]

do one for yelich

[@fatshibaballs]

I knew mike would be a BodyArmor guy

[@shakukon-to]

Holy frick nuggets

[@SadmanBaseball]

*nuggets*

[@rvaneand326]

*JR Smith squinting* this video is nuts

[@cloudproud729]

Lol my brother is a good breakdancer I didn’t know that

[@pochinesky]

🐟

[@MrAndersonmm]

God that was awful but also awesome. Thanks.

[@robbie2348]

Holy balls lmao

[@matsalvatore9074]

At least a thousand of these views are from me by now

[@logangibbs8205]

It’s a good vid but holy crap it’s kind of a headache

[@shipguy55]

I'm sorry Sadman Baseball, but I thought your videos were supposed to be sad?

[@zaneman001]

So basically 🎤🐟

[@MetFanMac]

We as fans deserve Mike Trout, it's the Angels who don't.

[@danielevans142]

If Lebron or MJ never made it out of the first round once then they wouldn't be considered as goats they would just be James Harden, CP3 etc