An 11-year MLB veteran and former Arizona State University standout, Eric Sogard brings an elite "grit-and-grind" work ethic and deep tactical knowledge to the coaching ranks. At ASU, Sogard was a two-time All-American and the 2007 Pac-10 Defensive Player of the Year, famously batting .394 with a .488 on-base percentage to earn a spot on the school's All-Decade Team. Affectionately nicknamed "Nerd Power" for his intellectual approach to the game, he went on to play 815 Major League games across 11 seasons with the Oakland Athletics, Milwaukee Brewers, Toronto Blue Jays, Tampa Bay Rays, and Chicago Cubs. Celebrated for his defensive versatility and elite plate discipline, Sogard racked up 551 career hits, helped fuel multiple postseason runs, and enjoyed a standout 2019 season where he hit .300 with a career-high 10 home runs. Having excelled at every infield position at the highest level, Coach Sogard now specializes in teaching situational hitting, infield mechanics, and the mental preparation required to win.