2008: Relied on his versatility in 2008 to start 23 games at five different positions in 2008 ... Started three games in the Pack's series vs. Colorado Christian Apr. 4-5, going 7-for-11 ... Displayed one of the best eyes at the plate on the ThunderWolves, drawing 21 walks, third most on the team, in just 90 at bats.

Junior College: Was a key contributor at Butler Community College, batting .350 as a freshman and .273 as a sophomore ... Was among the team leaders in RBIs and batting both seasons.

High School: Was an all-area selection as a freshman, sophomore and junior at Green Mountain High School ... After transferring to Millard West High School in Nebraska, named to the all-state team ... As a senior at MWHS, bat .404 with four home runs and 52 RBIs ... Graduated with a GPA of 3.3 ... Also competed in basketball and football.

Personal: Son of Matt and Sabin McLaughlin ... Has two brothers: Beau and Alex ... Majoring in business ... Enjoys golfing, reading and writing.