No. 1 pick Travis Bazzana draws an All-Star crowd during Guardians BP

Only a few years ago, Bazzana admired players such as Ramirez from afar, like most fans. But, the two were side-by-side on Saturday, taking turns at the plate.

Shortly after hearing his name called first by the Guardians in the 2024 MLB Draft, Bazzana spoke about the eye-opening realization that the two are now a part of the same organization.

"You watch Jose Ramirez highlights over and over since 2017," Bazzan told Mandy Bell of MLB.com. "Then you get out there and you get to say 'What's up' to him. I think that's when it sinks in a little bit."

Bazzana is obviously familiar with Ramirez and others, but he also knows a lot about his new team off the diamond, too.

"I know how smart and in-depth and well-resourced the organization is from the top," the former Oregon State slugger told Bally Sports Cleveland. "I know the identity and culture of the big league team - I haven't been in the clubhouse - but I know it's a quality environment."

It will likely take a few years for Bazzana to develop into a major league-ready player, with 2028 being the target. But, the journey to get there will begin immediately for the No. 1 pick, who could start playing with High-A affiliate, the Lake County Captains, as soon as next week, per Guardians' reporter Paul Hoynes.