As coach David Mark Hudgens (born December 5, 1956) is an American former professional baseball first baseman, who is currently the MLB hitting strategist for the Toronto Blue Jays of Major League Baseball (MLB).

[citation needed] After retiring from playing baseball, Hudgens managed four years in Oakland's minor league system from 1985-1988 for the Medford A's and Pocatello A's.

[5] Three years later, it was revealed in the Houston Astros sign stealing scandal that the team had cheated during its championship season.

[6] On November 7, 2018, Hudgens was hired by the Toronto Blue Jays to become their bench coach under new manager Charlie Montoyo.

[7] On March 13, 2022, the Blue Jays announced that Hudgens would serve in a new role as the club's hitting strategist.