Denny Hocking
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Seasoned Sports Broadcaster and former Professional Baseball Player with a proven track record of engaging audiences across ESPN+, Fox Sports, and MLB.com. Excelled in delivering insightful analysis and captivating storytelling, leveraging strong communication skills and on-air presence. Led the USA 18U National Team to gold medals, showcasing exceptional leadership and public speaking expertise.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Broadcaster
Bally Sports
03.2022 - Current
- Worked closely with fellow broadcasters to maintain a cohesive on-air presentation across various platforms.
- Adapted to different broadcasting formats such as radio and television.
- Co-hosted pre and postgame broadcasts.
- Color analyst for radio and television.
- Co-hosted Angels Weekly providing highlights and breakdowns of weekly games.
Color Analyst
ESPN+
02.2022 - 03.2022
Interacted with staff members and players about games
Gave professional analysis of games
USA 18U National Team Manager
USA Baseball
06.2022 - 11.2022
Led U18 USA National team to Gold Medal at WBC in Bradenton, Florida
Led U18 USA National team to Gold Medal at WBC Qualifier in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Manager/Coach
Seattle Mariners Baseball Club
03.2017 - 10.2019
2017 AAA fourth coach outfield coach
2018 Single A manager Clinton,Iowa
2019 High A manager Modesto,Ca
Manager/Coach
Los Angeles Angels Of Anaheim
03.2013 - 10.2016
2016 MiLB Roving Infield Coordinator
2015/2014 Manager High A San Bernardino,Ca
2013 Manager AZL Tempe,Az
Coach
Baltimore Orioles
03.2010 - 10.2012
2012-2011 AA hitting/infield coach
2010 High A hitting/infield coach
On Air Personality
Fox Sports
10.2006 - 10.2009
Co-Hosted multiple shows on multiple platforms including Morning Drive , Afternoon Drive, Weekend College Football Call In Show and Weekend Baseball Call In Show
Interacted with current and former player to bring the best content to listeners
Sports Reporter
MLB.com
10.2005 - 12.2005
Covered MLB playoffs in Anaheim and Los Angeles Ca
Conducted pregame and postgame interviews
Professional Baseball Player
Minnesota Twins/Colorado Rockies/Kansas City Royal
06.1990 - 10.2005
Played in MLB from 1993-2005
Played in MiLB from 1990-1996
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- On-Air Presence
- Language Fluency
- Public speaking expertise
Timeline
USA 18U National Team Manager
USA Baseball
06.2022 - 11.2022
Sports Broadcaster
Bally Sports
03.2022 - Current
Color Analyst
ESPN+
02.2022 - 03.2022
Manager/Coach
Seattle Mariners Baseball Club
03.2017 - 10.2019
Manager/Coach
Los Angeles Angels Of Anaheim
03.2013 - 10.2016
Coach
Baltimore Orioles
03.2010 - 10.2012
On Air Personality
Fox Sports
10.2006 - 10.2009
Sports Reporter
MLB.com
10.2005 - 12.2005
Professional Baseball Player
Minnesota Twins/Colorado Rockies/Kansas City Royal
06.1990 - 10.2005