Brandon Guyer

Brandon Guyer is a former Major League Baseball outfielder whose career in professional baseball is noted for resilience and a focus on mental performance. Drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the fifth round of the MLB Draft, Guyer advanced through the minor leagues before homering in his first major league at-bat, becoming the 108th player in league history to do so. He played for the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Indians, contributing to multiple American League Central Division titles and an American League Championship with Cleveland.

Guyer established a reputation as a reliable outfielder and a challenging batter, particularly against left-handed pitching, with a career .274/.376/.449 slash line. Known as "La Piñata" for leading the league in hit-by-pitches multiple times, he retired as the all-time leader in hit-by-pitches per plate appearance. Guyer’s performance in high-pressure situations, including the World Series, and his recovery from significant injuries, such as a torn labrum, underscore his commitment to mental toughness in baseball.

Following his playing career, Guyer founded Major League Mindset, a company dedicated to mental skills training for athletes. Through live online programs, he has supported thousands of baseball players at all levels, focusing on resilience, handling adversity, and developing routines for improved performance. Guyer draws on his experience in Major League Baseball and his work with leading mental skills coaches to inform his approach.

Guyer has served as Head Mental Strength Coach for the Los Angeles Angels and the University of Virginia baseball team, where he is also a member of the program’s Hall of Fame. He has held similar roles at the University of Houston and other organizations. Guyer’s "Major League Mindset" podcast explores mental strategies for peak athletic performance, offering insights from his professional baseball career and coaching experience. His transition from MLB player to mental performance coach positions him as a knowledgeable resource on mindset and sports psychology.