We talk with MLB free agent Eric Sogard about his next destination, different team cultures and chemistry, and the effects of analytics on players. Nicknamed "Nerd Power" for his signature glasses, Eric has played in the MLB for 10 years, including stints with the A’s, Brewers, Blue Jays, and Rays.

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2:00 - Playing as a platoon player 

4:10 - Free agent landing spot Rorschach test 

6:00 - Adopting kids, playing during COVID 

8:15 - Attracting a younger audience to MLB 9:30 - Analytics effects on day to day game 

11:20 - Balancing physical and mental game 15:50 - Locker room culture and mental health of different teams 

17:25 - How important is team chemistry? 

18:30 - Building team chemistry 

19:50 Nerdiest baseball players  

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