Stephen Guy Vogt is notable for becoming the new manager of the Cleveland Guardians in the 2024 Major League Baseball (MLB) season. Hailing from Visalia, California, United States, he is also notable for being a former MLB player, who has played in the league from 2012 to 2022 for the Tampa Bay Rays, the Oakland Athletics twice, the Milwaukee Brewers, the San Francisco Giants, the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Atlanta Braves. He retired from his MLB playing career after the 2022 season.
Stephen Vogt is notable for being a two-time MLB All-Star and has two AL All-Star awards. Following his MLB playing career, Vogt served as the bullpen and the quality control coach for the Seattle Mariners. He was then selected as the new manager of the Cleveland Guardians in November 2023. He took over the responsibilities in 2024. He has gained a record of 92-69 in 161 games as of 2024.
What is Stephen Vogt’s Walk-Up Song?
Stephen Vogt has used “Comatose” by Skillet as his walk-up song throughout his career as an MLB player. Skillet is notable for being a popular American Christian rock band and “Comatose” is one of the songs found in their sixth studio album, also named Comatose, released in 2006.
The Oakland Athletics welcomed Stephen Vogt in his first game as the manager of the Cleveland Guardians by playing the walk-up song in March 2024 as per Clutchpoints. Regarding the incident, Stephen Vogt revealed (via Clutchpoints):
“That was so cool. That was a nice touch from the A's, to throw up the walk-up song for our team. The Oakland A's are such a class place, they've always treated me and my family phenomenally. That was just one last touch that meant a lot to me.”
Seth Morrison, the lead guitarist of Skillet, pitched to Stephen Vogt during a game between the Cleveland Guardians and the Cincinnati Reds in September 2024. He also congratulated Vogt for making it to the playoffs as a first-time manager. He posted the images of the event on his official Facebook profile.
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FAQ's On Stephen Vogt Walk-Up Song
A. MLB started using walk-up songs during 1970 at Chicago White Sox games.
A. Yes, MLB players choose their walk-up songs.
A. Stephen Vogt is from Visalia, California, United States.
A. Stephen Vogt has become the new manager of the Cleveland Guardians in 2024.
A. Stephen Vogt’s age is 39 years as of October 2024.
