Danny‑David Linahan has officially taken on the role of hitting coach for Texas Christian University’s baseball program, bringing a proven track record of offensive development to the Horned Frogs.
Linahan’s most recent stop was at Texas State University, where his batters combined for 116 home runs in a single season, a feat that placed the Bobcats among the nation’s top ten in that category.
His expertise earned him a promotion to Major League Assistant Hitting Coach with the Minnesota Twins, a stint that culminated in the club’s 2023 American League Central Division championship.
During that championship season, Linahan played a pivotal part in the growth of star infielder Royce Lewis, helping the young player refine his swing and increase his power output.
Prior to the Twins, he spent the 2022 campaign with the Cleveland Guardians as a minor‑league hitting coach, and before that he was embedded in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ player‑development system, overseeing the Arizona complex in 2020.
Earlier in his career he served as Director of Player Development at Abilene Christian University in 2019, a role that sharpened his ability to mentor emerging talent across the collegiate landscape.
What This Means for TCU
The addition of Linahan is expected to inject a modern, data‑driven approach to hitting mechanics, blending his minor‑league playing experience with the analytical rigor he honed at the highest levels of professional baseball.
Coach Kirk Saarloos, who announced the hire, highlighted Linahan’s ability to connect with players and translate complex concepts into actionable drills, a skill that resonated with both veteran seniors and freshmen newcomers.
Fans can look forward to a potentially more potent lineup, as early reports suggest the new coaching staff is already implementing innovative swing‑tempo programs that could translate into more runs on the scoreboard.