| 单词 | pitching coach |
| 例句 | Sveum and Texas Rangers pitching coach Mike Maddux were considered the front-runners for the Cubs' job, but which one was the preferred candidate is unknown. Sveum in spotlight for Cubs' manager job 2011-11-17T16:51:00Z “He was a traffic cop tonight,” Rangers pitching coach Mike Maddux said. Texas Rangers win first World Series title with 5-0 win over Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z “At the end of the day, I think what helped over there the most is almost being my own voice and my own pitching coach.” Kelly dominates after Korea detour as Diamondbacks rout Rangers to tie World Series 1-all 2023-10-28T04:00:00Z Brent Strom, the Diamondbacks’ acclaimed pitching coach, deserves much credit for the success of the Arizona staff. Shaikin: Angels need help developing pitchers. Arte should give that job to Dan Haren 2023-10-28T04:00:00Z Did Roberts consider sending pitching coach Mark Prior out for a lengthy visit to give Ferguson a little more time to get ready and to get Lynn out of the game sooner? Why did Dave Roberts leave Lance Lynn in the game? Dodgers manager explains 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z He needed 32 pitches to get out of the first after visits by catcher Will Smith and pitching coach Mark Prior. Diamondbacks jump all over another Dodgers starter and beat LA 4-2 for a 2-0 lead in NLDS 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z “I think he’s done tremendous,” pitching coach Mark Prior said at the time. Emotional control: How Bobby Miller's rookie growth earned Dodgers' playoff trust 2023-10-08T04:00:00Z Not even a visit from New York pitching coach Matt Blake could slow down the damage. Royals rock Rodon, Witt homers to join 30-30 club as KC rolls to 12-5 win over Yankees 2023-09-30T04:00:00Z The pitching coach is gone and two coordinators who oversaw minor league pitching are gone, too. Shaikin: Angels need help developing pitchers. Arte should give that job to Dan Haren 2023-10-28T04:00:00Z After a visit from pitching coach Mark Prior, Sheehan walked Tyler Fitzgerald on eight pitches to force in the Giants’ first run. Dodgers capitalize on Giants’ physical and mental blunders to win 7-2 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z “There’s always been the saying out there that in the sea life is sweeter. It was a happy moment with Scott and the pitching coach. We had a beautiful morning.” Crawford homers, Kelenic drives in two to back Castillo’s win as Mariners beat A’s 7-2 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z The Dodgers’ pitching coach, Mark Prior, visited the mound. Column: Charley Steiner, Rick Monday still on (radio) call after all these years 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z At 35, he’s the youngest pitching coach in the major leagues, leading the league’s top-ranked pitching staff on a club primed for a run at its second straight postseason appearance. How Pete Woodworth, the Mariners’ rock-star coach, has shaped MLB’s best young pitching staff 2023-09-02T04:00:00Z He could be a good pitching coach, or perhaps an organizational director of pitching, a key position in such organizations as the Baltimore Orioles and San Francisco Giants. Shaikin: Angels need help developing pitchers. Arte should give that job to Dan Haren 2023-10-28T04:00:00Z Mariners pitching coach Pete Woodworth, fiddling with a football in his right hand, knelt and leaned forward on his outstretched left leg. Bryce Miller’s ‘eye-opening’ start helps quiet Mariners’ rotation questions 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z “He has a little bit of that versatility,” pitching coach Mark Prior said. Last rookies standing: Why James Outman and Bobby Miller key to Dodgers' stretch run 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z There must have been a specific plan by the Dodgers pitching coaches concerning Kershaw’s rehab, that called for him to pitch to live hitters rather than dead hitters. Letters to Sports: Dodgers losing in October won't be so painful this time 2023-08-05T04:00:00Z He’s been known to do that with younger pitching coaches in the minor leagues. How Pete Woodworth, the Mariners’ rock-star coach, has shaped MLB’s best young pitching staff 2023-09-02T04:00:00Z “I’ve heard nothing but great things about the guys in Texas,” Montgomery said, before referring to popular Rangers pitching coach Mike Maddux. Rangers acquire starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery, reliever Chris Stratton from Cardinals 2023-07-30T04:00:00Z With Cal Raleigh calling the game behind the plate, Miller was actually pitching, and pitching with purpose, which is what was most encouraging for his pitching coach. Bryce Miller’s ‘eye-opening’ start helps quiet Mariners’ rotation questions 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z This year, hired to be the team’s triple-A pitching coach in Oklahoma City, he finally got a peek inside. Inside the Dodgers' juggernaut farm system, the lifeblood of the club 2023-07-23T04:00:00Z Roberts said he was happy with the progress, and said “everyone seems to be impressed,” including Kershaw and pitching coach Mark Prior. Kershaw throwing to hitters next while moving closer to return for Dodgers 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z He was set to begin his coaching career when he accepted a gig to be the pitching coach for McKay’s college summer-league team in La Crosse, Wisconsin. How Pete Woodworth, the Mariners’ rock-star coach, has shaped MLB’s best young pitching staff 2023-09-02T04:00:00Z “I thought those guy showed very well. I liked what I saw, and our pitching coaches are excited about the upside that Campbell and Adcock bring,” Servais said. In Prelander Berroa, Mariners add another young 100-mph arm to bullpen 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z Assistant pitching coach JP Martinez participates, too, and the three men find seats along the outfield wall where they will be safe if a batting-practice ball happens to fly over the fence. Baseball players are staying mindful on the diamond with barefoot walks in the grass 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z Max Weiner, the Mariners’ influential young pitching coordinator widely regarded as a rising star in the coaching industry, has left the organization to become the pitching coach at Texas A&M. Pitching coordinator Max Weiner leaves Mariners for Texas A&M, a ‘huge loss’ for Seattle 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z He got the word when Mariners pitching coach Bryan Price called down to the bullpen in the middle of a game at Dodger Stadium just two days before the break. No one can recreate the magical 2001 MLB All-Star Game for Seattle 2023-07-07T04:00:00Z Woodworth is now in his fourth season as the Seattle Mariners pitching coach. How Pete Woodworth, the Mariners’ rock-star coach, has shaped MLB’s best young pitching staff 2023-09-02T04:00:00Z He hired pitching coach Wes Johnson away from the Minnesota Twins, landed the top players available in the transfer portal and signed the nation’s No. 1 recruiting class. Jay Johnson made all the right moves to quickly build LSU into a national champion again 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z “There’s a lot of different layers to why, collectively, we haven’t performed,” pitching coach Mark Prior said. What happened to the Dodgers pitching? Inside the team's historic struggles 2023-06-19T04:00:00Z So, in a bullpen session before his third outing, he and the Dodgers pitching coaches tinkered with a new slider shape. 'We lucked out.' How Bobby Miller became the Dodgers' newest pitching sensation 2023-06-12T04:00:00Z After his playing days were done, Craig became a renowned pitching coach for the San Diego Padres, Houston Astros and Detroit Tigers - famously encouraging his charges to “humm, baby” in a low southern drawl. Roger Craig, former MLB pitcher and manager who was World Series fixture, dies at 93 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z The Times requested to speak to pitching coach Matt Wise. Have the Angels finally pieced together the right bridge in the bullpen? 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z Yankees pitching coach Matt Blake was ejected by plate umpire Mike Muchlinski for arguing from the dugout after the home run. Walls tiebreaking grand slam lifts Rays over Yanks 8-7 for 4-game split 2023-05-14T04:00:00Z “Everybody’s career arc goes through ebbs and flows — it’s just a matter of how you handle that adversity,” Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior said. A fitter Victor González is fitting in nicely in Dodgers' bullpen 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z “It’s just trying to get to a point where he’s comfortable letting it go,” pitching coach Mark Prior said. Hypnosis and mental hurdles: Dodgers' Noah Syndergaard seeks answers amid poor start 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Alabama said athletic director Greg Byrne had initiated the process of firing Bohannon and that pitching coach Jason Jackson will serve as interim head coach, beginning with Thursday night’s home game against Vanderbilt. Alabama fires baseball coach after report of suspicious bets 2023-05-04T04:00:00Z Two decades later, Prior is in his fourth season as the Dodgers pitching coach, leading a staff that has achieved an almost unparalleled stretch of success on the mound. Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior learned 'value of each and every out' the hard way 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z “It feels like there is nothing we can do to stop it,” said Wes Johnson, who was the Minnesota Twins’ pitching coach until he left to take the same job with LSU last June. In college baseball, velocity is climbing. And climbing. And climbing. 2023-04-22T04:00:00Z The Phillies pitching coach made one mound visit early in the inning. MLB pitch clock proving to be a mental and physical game-changer 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z “Obviously, he knows he’s on the other side of his career,” pitching coach Mark Prior said. After 15 seasons, Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw has perfected his control 2023-03-29T04:00:00Z “He is not a very demonstrative type of person, but it bothered him. He would be the first one to tell you that he didn’t perform up to his expectations,” pitching coach Jim Hickey said. Losses fail to dim Corbin’s belief in himself 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z Dodgers pitching coaches were trying to strike a different kind of balance prior to Gonsolin’s injury, keeping his focus narrowed on the day-to-day while looking for big-picture improvements to be made from last season. Why one wrong step (literally) is delaying Tony Gonsolin's pursuit of 'unfinished business' 2023-03-18T04:00:00Z “The Texas boys getting together and talking, it just helped his mound presence, his maturity,” assistant pitching coach Connor McGuiness said. Dustin May’s mound maturity is improving. But his cursing is a work in progress 2023-03-13T04:00:00Z “I’ve been fortunate enough to have a really good pitching coach my whole life,” Hunter said. Bryan Harvey was an all-star reliever. His son Hunter wants to be better. 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z He’d talked to some of his pitching coaches he works in the offseason in Florida, a few pitchers on the staff and to the Mariners pitching coaches. Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert adds new pitch to repertoire 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z “Everything about him just screams leader,” Angels pitching coach Matt Wise said of Estévez. Carlos Estévez's long journey to majors could lead to the closer role for Angels 2023-02-27T05:00:00Z He hired an impressive staff, including a connection to better times in pitching coach Seth Etherton. Fight on: It’s all USC can do to end baseball’s long drought 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z “I do think there’s more velo,” pitching coach Mark Prior added. New Dodger Noah Syndergaard seeks balance this spring to bring his heat back 2023-02-23T05:00:00Z Now, with a full six-week camp, Gray and pitching coach Jim Hickey will have the chance to test out some adjustments. Josiah Gray and the Nationals think he has made all the right moves 2023-02-19T05:00:00Z The next day, while playing catch with Everett pitching coach Matt Pierpont, Miller decided to try out Brash’s sweeping slider grip without mentioning it. How Bryce Miller went from college reliever to intriguing starting prospect for Mariners 2023-02-19T05:00:00Z “He did exactly what he was doing in the offseason,” Angels pitching coach Matt Wise said Saturday. How Kolton Ingram has resurrected his major-league dreams with the Angels 2023-02-18T05:00:00Z Kelly knows what it will take to get there, because he was the pitching coach for the Huskies on the 2018 team that reached the CWS for the first time in program history. New UW baseball coach Jason Kelly says Huskies talented enough ‘to challenge anybody’ 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z There was also shuffling among the assistants: Most notably, former all-star reliever Joel Hanrahan became the pitching coach for Harrisburg, flipping roles with Justin Lord, who was moved to the Class A Fredericksburg Nationals. Nationals expand their minor league staff again heading into 2023 season 2023-02-01T05:00:00Z Witt comes to the Mariners after serving as the pitching coach for Baltimore’s team in the Dominican Summer League. Mariners announce their minor league coaching staffs 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z “Really it’s just an education process for players and coaches and everybody in the industry,” said Justin Lord, Harrisburg’s pitching coach in 2022. Zach Brzykcy’s rise is a good sign for Nationals’ player development 2023-01-12T05:00:00Z Mike Maddux decided to leave and he has been hired as the pitching coach with the Texas Rangers. St. Louis Cardinals president confident in new bench coach 2023-01-14T05:00:00Z Kelly left the Huskies after the 2019 season to become the pitching coach at Arizona State, then spent last season as the pitching coach at LSU. New UW baseball coach Jason Kelly says Huskies talented enough ‘to challenge anybody’ 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z And his new pitching coach is Brian Sweeney, who had been the bullpen coach in Cleveland, which likewise has produced a stellar cast of pitchers over the years. Royals sign RHP Lyles to 2-year deal, hope for many innings 2022-12-28T05:00:00Z Carroll comes to the organization after serving as the pitching coach and recruiting coordinator at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Mariners announce their minor league coaching staffs 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z Miller has begun throwing bullpen sessions with assistant pitching coach Connor McGuiness at the team’s spring training complex in Phoenix and is in constant phone contact with pitching coach Mark Prior. Can Shelby Miller become Dodgers' latest reclamation pitching project? 2022-12-23T05:00:00Z The Cardinals filled those openings internally by promoting Turner Ward to hitting coach and Dusty Blake to pitching coach. St. Louis Cardinals president confident in new bench coach 2023-01-14T05:00:00Z Kelly was the pitching coach for seven seasons under Meggs at Washington, and he also worked for Meggs at Chico State University. New UW baseball coach Jason Kelly says Huskies talented enough ‘to challenge anybody’ 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z His new pitching coach is Brian Sweeney, who had been the bullpen coach in Cleveland, which likewise has produced a stellar cast of pitchers over the years. AP source: Royals, RHP Lyles agree on 2-year, $17M deal 2022-12-20T05:00:00Z He plucked former Rangers pitcher Mike Maddux from St. Louis to become pitching coach. Jacob deGrom signs five-year deal with the Texas Rangers 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z The Texas Rangers hired Mike Maddux as their new pitching coach Wednesday, and added former Kansas City Royals general manager Dayton Moore as a senior advisor in their baseball operations department. Rangers hire Maddux as pitching coach, Moore as advisor 2022-11-23T05:00:00Z The most notable unfilled vacancy is pitching coach. Rangers hire Venable as associate manager on Bochy’s staff 2022-11-16T05:00:00Z He served as a pitching coach for Georgia Southern and Florida before landing the head coaching job at Georgia in 1981. National title-winning UGa baseball coach Steve Webber dies 2022-11-13T05:00:00Z The Cardinals also announced Dusty Blake, who had been a pitching strategist, was promoted to pitching coach and Turner Ward, who had been an assistant hitting coach, was promoted to hitting coach. Cardinals hire ex-slugger Matt Holliday as new bench coach 2022-11-06T04:00:00Z But the previous pitching staff already had been let go, so Quatraro — working with Picollo — must not only hire a pitching coach but build out an entire pitching program that spans the organization. Royals turn to Matt Quatraro to turn around languishing club 2022-11-03T04:00:00Z Maddux was first the pitching coach for the Rangers from 2009-15, a span in which they made their only two World Series appearances. Rangers hire Maddux as pitching coach, Moore as advisor 2022-11-23T05:00:00Z “He’s been there, he’s done that,” Astros pitching coach Josh Miller said Sunday. Astros still playing under cloud of sign-stealing scandal at World Series 2022-10-30T04:00:00Z “He’s a big-game pitcher, wants the ball,” Houston pitching coach Josh Miller said. Righty Lance McCullers inks left arm into an ode to Houston 2022-10-30T04:00:00Z “It’s mostly common sense,” Astros pitching coach Josh Miller said when asked to explain the secret to building and cultivating what has been one of the more dominant pitching staffs in postseason history. For the Astros’ staff, a simple formula: ‘Get nasty pitches and throw them a lot’ 2022-10-28T04:00:00Z Pitching strategist Dusty Blake also will be back and could be among the candidates to replace Maddux as the pitching coach. Cardinals’ Wainwright back in 2023; coaching staff to change 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z He spent the past five seasons with the St. Louis Cardinals, and has been part of 11 playoffs teams over his past 15 seasons as a pitching coach. Rangers hire Maddux as pitching coach, Moore as advisor 2022-11-23T05:00:00Z He and the core of his current staff, including pitching coach Mark Prior and hitting coaches Brant Brown and Robert Van Scoyoc, helped navigate the team to its 2020 World Series title, too. Dave Roberts is expected back, but Dodgers face other key offseason questions 2022-10-16T04:00:00Z He said he learned the split-finger technique from a minor league Cubs pitching coach while recovering from elbow surgery at age 20, years before his Major League debut in 1976. Bruce Sutter, ace relief pitcher who pioneered role of closer, dies at 69 2022-10-15T04:00:00Z Miller took over as the pitching coach this season. For the Astros’ staff, a simple formula: ‘Get nasty pitches and throw them a lot’ 2022-10-28T04:00:00Z Justin Turner, pitching coach Mark Prior and Roberts were among the angry Dodgers on the field. Dave Roberts won't check Padres' Joe Musgrove for illegal substances 2022-10-14T04:00:00Z And the continued struggles by their latest wave of young arms was a big reason for letting go of Eldred, the pitching coach since 2018. Royals fire manager Mike Matheny after 65-97 end to season 2022-10-05T04:00:00Z “I wish I had like a police bodycam on me when I make mound visits, just so people could see just how little of a heartbeat that guy has,” said Woodworth, the Mariners’ pitching coach. What makes Mariners pitcher Luis Castillo so rock solid on the mound 2022-10-05T04:00:00Z Arizona pitching coach Brent Strom, who spent 2014-2021 in the same position with the Astros, was emotional in his first trip to Houston since leaving the team after the World Series last year. Altuve homers twice as Astros rout Diamondbacks 10-2 2022-09-27T04:00:00Z He joked that he tried to put up guard rails to keep everyone where they were during former pitching coach Brent Strom’s tenure. For the Astros’ staff, a simple formula: ‘Get nasty pitches and throw them a lot’ 2022-10-28T04:00:00Z And he has benefited from a consistent uptick in fastball velocity, something pitching coach Mark Prior believes has better complemented his off-speed pitches. Julio Urías continues to prove he's one elite pitcher who is impossible to ignore 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z On one of his first days with the Dodgers, he sat down with McGuiness and head pitching coach Mark Prior to discuss tweaks to his pitch mix: More sliders and sinkers, fewer four-seamers and changeups. Dodgers relievers playing games in the bullpen, saving games on the mound 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z “I don’t think in the game of baseball you can clone guys,” said Clay Overcash, Oklahoma’s pitching coach. From Bixby to OU to the Nats, these two pitchers are following the same path 2022-09-06T04:00:00Z It drew a mound visit from pitching coach Pete Woodworth where Gilbert stared at him or through him as if to say, “why are you here?” Logan Gilbert masterful as Mariners shut out White Sox 2022-09-06T04:00:00Z He also benefitted from conversations with pitching coach Mark Prior, whose own playing career came to an end in part because of a torn shoulder capsule. Once worried his season was over, Blake Treinen calls return to Dodgers a ‘miracle’ 2022-09-03T04:00:00Z “He’s a very cerebral guy, and he has a really good idea of how to attack hitters,” Angels pitching coach Matt Wise said of Herget. Angels have been finding relief with Jimmy Herget on mound, but they fall to Astros 2022-09-03T04:00:00Z The Nationals are off Thursday, Corbin’s start day on regular rest, so Martinez opted to skip his start so he could get some extra work in bullpen sessions with pitching coach Jim Hickey. Nationals end skid behind homers from Keibert Ruiz, Joey Meneses 2022-08-09T04:00:00Z “It was probably the best we’ve seen his stuff,” Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior said. Rehabbing pitcher Dustin May sets sights on his return to Dodgers. But when? 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z When pitching coach Jim Hickey came out for a chat, the righty had trouble staying still, bouncing his knees a bit while talking into his glove. Phillies provide another teachable moment for Josiah Gray, Nationals 2022-08-05T04:00:00Z “You have to learn the philosophy of the pitching coach, how to talk to pitchers, and when to call timeout to calm a guy down. It’s not easy.” Verlander wins MLB-leading 15th game, Astros blank Cleveland 2022-08-04T04:00:00Z “If you think of Patrick Sandoval, immediately the best pitch he has is his changeup,” Angels pitching coach Matt Wise said. Patrick Sandoval finding success with his evolving, 'harder bite' slider 2022-07-29T04:00:00Z “We got a smile out of him today,” pitching coach Mark Prior joked of the notoriously stoic southpaw. 'Just write it all': The notebook routine that helped make Tyler Anderson an All-Star 2022-07-17T04:00:00Z This past spring, University of Tennessee right-hander Ben Joyce did two things his veteran pitching coach had never seen before. Ben Joyce’s belt-breaking velocity turned him into an MLB draft case study 2022-07-15T04:00:00Z “You know that you’re well respected whenever people use your name to compare other people,” said Honeycutt, a longtime pitching coach for the Dodgers. Their shining moment quickly faded. The story of the 1980 All-Star Game starting pitchers 2022-07-14T04:00:00Z “I give a lot of credit to our players, our pitching coaches, our video guys and everybody that’s involved. Those guys really have improved.” Nevin family: O’s win 7th in row, Angels drop 10 under .500 2022-07-09T04:00:00Z But when pitching coach Paul Abbott came out to talk to Sale, he left alone. Chris Sale strikes out 5 in what could be final rehab start 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z Martínez, proud to represent Mexicali, Mexico, worked with pitching coach Scott Emerson after losing at Seattle last Thursday. Piscotty homers, A’s win series for second time in last 12 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z Not until last summer did Anderson, the Tennessee pitching coach, begin working with Joyce, overseeing the later stages of his post-surgery throwing program. Ben Joyce’s belt-breaking velocity turned him into an MLB draft case study 2022-07-15T04:00:00Z “It’s not serious,” pitching coach Carl Willis said before the Guardians tried to avoid being swept. Guardians place LHP Gose on IL, activate RHP Karinchak 2022-07-03T04:00:00Z Maki has never been a pitching coach at the major league level. Buxton’s 2-run homer in 9th lifts Twins over Orioles 3-2 2022-07-01T04:00:00Z “He slowed down just a little bit throughout his delivery,” Angels pitching coach Matt Wise said of Iglesias. After meltdown, Angels' Raisel Iglesias has transformed into a shutdown king 2022-07-01T04:00:00Z Outside of two years as the Seattle Mariners’ pitching coach, he has always been a minor league instructor, too. In Rochester, reminders that the Nationals’ rebuild will take time 2022-07-01T04:00:00Z The series finale marked the finale day of Wes Johnson’s tenure as Minnesota’s pitching coach. Giménez homer in 9th gives Guardians 5-3 win over Twins 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z Johnson joined the Twins in 2019 after coaching at Arkansas, and he is believed to be the first college pitching coach to jump directly to the major leagues. LEADING OFF: Twins lose pitching coach; brawl bans expected 2022-06-27T04:00:00Z The Minnesota Twins must make a midseason change to a vital role on their field staff, with the sudden departure of pitching coach Wes Johnson for a lucrative college job at LSU. Twins pitching coach Wes Johnson makes midseason move to LSU 2022-06-27T04:00:00Z According to a report by D1Baseball.com on Twitter, Johnson has accepted the pitching coach position at LSU. Twins pitching coach Wes Johnson to exit for same job at LSU 2022-06-26T04:00:00Z That insider knowledge comes from seven years as the pitching coach under Lindsay Meggs, whose retirement this month created the vacancy Kelly filled. New UW baseball coach Jason Kelly ready to start ‘stacking up recruiting classes’ 2022-06-24T04:00:00Z San Francisco pitching coach Andrew Bailey was ejected in the fifth by first base umpire Jim Reynolds. Crawford, Giants pounce on shaky Pirates bullpen in 7-5 win 2022-06-18T04:00:00Z The bases were loaded with two outs in the ninth inning when Nelson Figueroa, pitching coach for the Staten Island FerryHawks, waved to the bullpen for a reliever. When will a woman pitch in Major League Baseball? It might be sooner than you think 2022-06-18T04:00:00Z Johnson spent nine seasons as a college pitching coach before the Twins plucked him with a keen eye on his background in biomechanics. Twins pitching coach Wes Johnson makes midseason move to LSU 2022-06-27T04:00:00Z He was widely believed to be the first college pitching coach to jump directly to the major leagues when the Twins hired him from Arkansas. Twins pitching coach Wes Johnson to exit for same job at LSU 2022-06-26T04:00:00Z When the Sun Devils’ coach was fired two years later, Kelly became pitching coach at SEC powerhouse LSU this past season. New UW baseball coach Jason Kelly ready to start ‘stacking up recruiting classes’ 2022-06-24T04:00:00Z “There’s obviously a trickle down effect on your other starters and on your bullpen guys,” pitching coach Mark Prior said. Walker Buehler injury: Four ways the Dodgers can cope in the months ahead 2022-06-13T04:00:00Z Centerfielder Drew Gilbert was ejected in the fifth for criticizing a strike with pitching coach Frank Anderson tossed for running on the field with coach Tony Vitello. Notre Dame ties season-high with 4 homers, beats No. 1 Vols 2022-06-10T04:00:00Z Assistant coach and recruiting coordinator Dan Fitzgerald went to Kansas, and pitching coach Jason Kelly went to Washington. Twins pitching coach Wes Johnson makes midseason move to LSU 2022-06-27T04:00:00Z And the bullpen began to stir as the pitching coach Mark Prior came to the mound. Dodgers back Tony Gonsolin's strong outing in 4-1 win over White Sox 2022-06-09T04:00:00Z When he couldn’t make it work financially, Kelly was on the verge of quitting coaching when Meggs called to offer the pitching coach job at Chico State. New UW baseball coach Jason Kelly ready to start ‘stacking up recruiting classes’ 2022-06-24T04:00:00Z He did not scapegoat a hitting coach, or a pitching coach. Commentary: In firing Joe Maddon, Angels GM Perry Minasian has put all the pressure on himself 2022-06-07T04:00:00Z That became clear through conversations with Corbin, pitching coach Jim Hickey and more than a half-dozen people in the organization, some of whom have had a hands-on role in assessing Corbin’s past three seasons. Can the Nats fix Patrick Corbin? It’s a question without an easy answer. 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z During Holmes’ second series with the Yankees, pitching coach Matt Blake met with him to go over a plan based on a highlights report compiled after the trade. Clay time: Holmes transforms into elite relief with Yankees 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z Tennessee pitching coach Frank Anderson calls Joyce’s fastball “uncharted territory.” Top-seeded Vols go into NCAA Tourney with fireball reliever 2022-06-01T04:00:00Z His experiences working as a pitching coach, an executive and an agent proved heartbreaking at times, but they also led to this potentially game-changing moment for baseball. To Change Baseball, an Ace Needs a New Title 2022-05-29T04:00:00Z “He’s really understanding what his arsenal is and what makes him unique,” pitching coach Mark Prior said. Tony Gonsolin continues stellar start to season, leads Dodgers past Diamondbacks 2022-05-28T04:00:00Z The senior class is particularly close with Tyson, given that group was arriving when she took over in November 2018 following a stint as pitching coach at Maryland. For Howard softball, season turns joyous after coach’s tragic loss 2022-05-20T04:00:00Z Plain learned to spin the ball from her first pitching coach, then she started perfecting it by working with her father, Jason. ‘There will never be another one like her’: Pitcher Gabbie Plain wrapping up a fantastic UW softball career 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z The team said pitching coach Carl Willis will serve as the club’s acting manager for a three-game series this weekend in Minnesota. Guardians have no new COVID-19 cases, coach Willis to manage 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z After eight years as a big league pitcher, and eight more as a big league pitching coach, he earned a doctorate in sports psychology to better understand how pitchers think. King of Throws 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z A little more than a year ago, Doty was home in Arkansas, tending to his ailing father and ready to put his long career as a college pitching coach behind him. The Junior College Team Built by the Pandemic 2022-05-03T04:00:00Z One of Muller’s walks came on a check swing by Eli White in the second inning that apparently upset Braves pitching coach Rick Krantz. Garcia drives in 4, Rangers beat Braves 7-3 to take series 2022-05-01T04:00:00Z Will Dion was a high school sophomore pitcher in Louisiana struggling to throw strikes when his pitching coach had an idea. Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw has a doppelganger in single A 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z Martinez’s double, prompting a mound trip by pitching coach Matt Blake. Donaldson lifts Yankees to opening win over Red Sox in 11th 2022-04-08T04:00:00Z House’s primary weakness as a pitching coach — and on this he will agree — was that he was more interested in process than outcome. King of Throws 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z While they were adding, the Astros lost their star shortstop and pitching coach. ‘Seattle will prevail’: National media predict whether Mariners will make postseason in 2022 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z “His goal is to go out and do what he did last year from a repeat standpoint, go wire to wire, make every start,” pitching coach Mark Prior said. Dodgers' rotation has plenty of talent. But will a lack of depth haunt them in 2022? 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z Kershaw, 34, crafted his windup under the tutelage of Skip Johnson, his first pitching coach and now the head coach at the University of Oklahoma. Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw has a doppelganger in single A 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z “He was huge for us in ‘20,” pitching coach Mark Prior said. Slimmed down Victor González aims to tip scales in his favor with Dodgers 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z Walker was in the crowd when Ben Shaffar, the squad’s pitching coach and Buehler’s mentor, stood up in front of the room to say a few words about her son. ‘He’s just that talented’: Stories from Walker Buehler’s rise as Dodgers ace 2022-03-31T04:00:00Z Then he mastered the pitch with guidance from the club’s pitching coaches, throwing it slightly slower and flatter than his old slider but with more devastating late right-to-left break. 'That slider is death': Why Blake Treinen might be too good to be a closer 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z “He’s looked really good every time he’s taken the mound,” pitching coach Mark Prior said. Dodgers starters building up faster than expected, even after lockout delay 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z “Every spring I’ve been around, he’s always tried to at least get a feel for it so it’s an option,” third-year pitching coach Mark Prior said. Clayton Kershaw is tinkering with a changeup again. Is this the year he sticks with it? 2022-03-26T04:00:00Z Blue Jays pitching coach Pete Walker was arrested early Friday morning on a charge of driving under the influence in Pinellas County. Blue Jays’ Manoah ready to build on 2021 success 2022-03-26T04:00:00Z “And he’s one of my best pitching coaches.” ‘He’s just that talented’: Stories from Walker Buehler’s rise as Dodgers ace 2022-03-31T04:00:00Z Jim Hickey, the pitching coach, and Ricky Bones, the bullpen coach, were hired since Doolittle last appeared for the Nationals in September 2020, ending that tenure with a right oblique strain. Sean Doolittle, back with the Nationals, feels he has a lot to prove 2022-03-16T04:00:00Z “He’s knows he’s a major league-caliber pitcher, and feels is best days are ahead of him,” Toronto pitching coach Pete Walker said. Yusei Kikuchi throws 40-pitch bullpen for Blue Jays 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z After a roar from the hundreds of fans attending spring training camp for the first time in two years, Kershaw threw with bullpen catcher Steve Cilladi as pitching coach Mark Prior looked on. Kershaw can earn up to $22M as part of 2022 Dodgers’ deal 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z Gomes talked with a couple pitching coaches, then huddled with Friedman, manager Dave Roberts and assistant GM Alex Slater for a few minutes before they dispersed to watch action on the backfield. Dodgers begin spring training as Freddie Freeman speculation continues to swirl 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z After a roar from the hundreds of fans attending spring training camp for the first time in two years, Kershaw threw with bullpen catcher Steve Cillad as pitching coach Mark Prior looked on. Kershaw back with Dodgers, lured by LA’s title pedigree 2022-03-13T05:00:00Z After experimenting with several grips and using the advice from former Rainiers pitching coach Lance Painter, Festa found one that worked. Can a repaired elbow and improved slider help Matthew Festa pitch his way back into the Mariners bullpen? 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z Martin said calling pitches is like playing a video game for pitching coach Jimmy Belanger. FSU lefties Messick, Hubbart dynamic duo through 2 weeks 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z Craig had a long career with five National League teams and subsequently was a successful major league pitching coach and manager. Meet the Seattle Angels, who won the city’s last professional baseball championship — 56 years ago 2022-02-20T05:00:00Z In 2021, the Nationals had only a manager, hitting coach, pitching coach, athletic trainer and strength and conditioning coach at each site. Analysis | The Nationals just revamped their player development staff. What were the biggest changes? 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z Joel Hanrahan, a former Nationals reliever, joins from the Pittsburgh Pirates as a pitching coach for the low-Class A Fredericksburg Nationals. Nationals, focused on the future, announce bolstered 2022 player development staff 2022-01-18T05:00:00Z He spent 2019 as a pitching coach for the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, a Brewers Class A affiliate. Brewers make Henderson bullpen coach, Erickson gets infield 2022-01-18T05:00:00Z The University of Missouri, where DeLunas was serving in his second stint as pitching coach, released a statement Monday announcing his passing. Former Mariners bullpen coach Brian DeLunas passes away at age 46 2022-01-17T05:00:00Z Coaches staying in their previous roles are Scott Emerson as pitching coach and Marcus Jensen as bullpen coach. Former manager Ausmus named bench coach of Oakland Athletics 2022-01-14T05:00:00Z Hanrahan, 40, was on the fast track with the Pittsburgh Pirates, finishing last season as pitching coach for the Class AAA Indianapolis Indians. Analysis | The Nationals just revamped their player development staff. What were the biggest changes? 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z Michael Chavez, the Philadelphia Phillies’ director of pitching until last March, will be the pitching coach for the Class AAA Rochester Red Wings. Nationals, focused on the future, announce bolstered 2022 player development staff 2022-01-18T05:00:00Z Bench coach Carlos Mendoza and pitching coach Matt Blake are back for their third seasons in pinstripes, while bullpen coach Mike Harkey returns for a 13th year, the club said Tuesday. Yankees finalize Boone’s coaching staff for 2022 2021-12-21T05:00:00Z He returned to Missouri for a second stint as a coach, having previously served as an assistant and pitching coach for the Tigers from 2007 to 2009. Former Mariners bullpen coach Brian DeLunas passes away at age 46 2022-01-17T05:00:00Z He was pitching coach for several teams, including under Melvin with Seattle and Arizona. Bob Melvin adds Matt Williams, Bryan Price to Padres staff 2021-12-20T05:00:00Z But he left Pittsburgh this winter to join the Nationals as pitching coach for the low-Class A Fredericksburg Nationals, two steps further from the majors. Analysis | The Nationals just revamped their player development staff. What were the biggest changes? 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z They also had a development and position coach on each of those staffs, dwarfing the Nationals’ across-the-board affiliate structure of manager, hitting coach, pitching coach, athletic trainer and strength and conditioning coach. The Nationals had MLB’s smallest player development staff. They plan to fix that. 2021-12-14T05:00:00Z He said in his introductory news conference that he had already gone over some potential tweaks with Manager Dave Roberts and Mark Prior, the Dodgers’ pitching coach, in hopes of unlocking his potential. M.L.B. Free-Agency Tracker: Justin Verlander Stays in Houston 2021-11-17T05:00:00Z “He self-regulated himself really, really well,” pitching coach Matt Wise said. Shohei Ohtani's meticulous preparation resulted in a year of unprecedented production 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z He flew to Los Angeles to talk with manager Dave Roberts and pitching coach Mike Prior among others about specific changes he needs to make. Heaney eager to bounce back with Dodgers after rough year 2021-11-12T05:00:00Z In some cases, organizations want their sharper hitting and pitching coaches at the lower levels, where players are more likely to make big fundamental changes and set their course. Analysis | The Nationals just revamped their player development staff. What were the biggest changes? 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z Before games, he also has stayed close to Yankees pitching coach Preston Claiborne, who is on Surprise’s staff and adept at using data to craft scouting reports. Drew Millas is a young catcher with a distinct skill set. That’s intriguing for the Nationals. 2021-11-07T04:00:00Z Sam Narron, a minor league pitching coach for the Nationals, also stopped by this week to see Henry, Rutledge, Peterson and Lee. The Nationals’ rebuild takes another step at the Arizona Fall League 2021-11-06T04:00:00Z Click said he hopes Baker’s coaching staff will return, except for pitching coach Brent Strom, who is retiring after eight seasons. Dusty Baker gets contract from Houston Astros for 2022 2021-11-05T04:00:00Z Sam Narron, a minor league pitching coach, was called up to help in the bullpen. Nationals unveil their full coaching staff for 2022, including a new role for Henry Blanco 2021-11-03T04:00:00Z Brent Strom announced Tuesday night that he would not be returning as a full-time pitching coach, though he hadn’t ruled out another job in baseball of some form or another. Dusty Baker has devoted his life to baseball. After another loss, he’s still not ready to walk away. 2021-11-03T04:00:00Z Bones pitched in the majors for 11 years and was a minor league pitching coach for the Nationals in 2005. DiSarcina, Bones join Nationals coaching staff from Mets 2021-11-03T04:00:00Z The Padres hired a pitching coach, former Cleveland pitching coordinator Ruben Niebla, before they hired a manager, a departure from the usual routine of letting a manager pick his top deputies. With the Padres, Bob Melvin believes he has joined a team on the cusp 2021-11-01T04:00:00Z Baker said he believes assistant pitching coaches Bill Murphy and Josh Miller are ready to take the next steps in their careers and could be leading candidates to replace Strom. Dusty Baker gets contract from Houston Astros for 2022 2021-11-05T04:00:00Z And from Minter to Braves pitching coach Rick Kranitz, he picked up more and more admirers along the way. Braves reliever Tyler Matzek an inspiration after regaining control of his career 2021-10-29T04:00:00Z Niebla, 49, has been Cleveland’s assistant pitching coach for the last two seasons. Padres hire Niebla as pitching coach before landing manager 2021-10-27T04:00:00Z An RBI double by Austin Riley came next to make it 2-0 and send pitching coach Brent Strom out to try to calm Valdez. Fickle Framber: Valdez shaky in 6-2 Game 1 loss to Braves 2021-10-26T04:00:00Z Typically, the pitching coach handles mound visits that don’t end in a substitution. Framber Valdez delivers an old-school gem, puts Astros on cusp of AL pennant 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z “This guy has intangible leadership qualities that are way beyond his years and he knows how to act,” said Brent Strom, the Astros’ pitching coach. Carlos Correa Is OK With Being the Heel 2021-10-14T04:00:00Z The situation prompted Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior to surface for a talk with Kelly. Dodgers hit jackpot on lineup gamble, beating Giants to force Game 5 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z “In the initial interview, he’s like, ‘Whatever, I’m good, three innings, no problem,’” said Rays pitching coach Kyle Snyder, who also let Robertson start a game. Happy to Pitch for the Rays, Team U.S.A. or Westcott Properties 2021-10-10T04:00:00Z Blake, who became the Yankees’ pitching coach last year with no previous major league coaching experience, said Cole had pushed him in a similar way. With Their Season on the Line, the Yankees Go to Their Go-to Guy 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z Often times, too, pitching coaches and hitting coaches find themselves looking for new spots after Manic Monday. LEADING OFF: Manic Monday often spells trouble for managers 2021-10-03T04:00:00Z He credits pitching coach Mike Maddux for helping him adjust his approach just when it appeared he might not have much left to give. The St. Louis Cardinals, with a crafty rotation and history of devil magic, are red hot 2021-09-23T04:00:00Z The new body and the old delivery have been a perfect match this season, and Pete Walker, the Blue Jays’ pitching coach, could sense immediately that Ray was pitching with renewed focus and purpose. In a Wild Lefty With Huge Potential, a Hall of Famer Saw Himself 2021-09-23T04:00:00Z Giants pitching coaches — noteworthy in part because there are more than one — emphasize strike-throwing. How the San Francisco Giants, deliberately different, built a surprise power 2021-09-18T04:00:00Z “When you’re striking out a lot of guys, you’re throwing a lot of pitches,” said Dave Duncan, 75, now retired after more than 30 years as a pitching coach, including 16 with St. Louis. In an Era of Throwers, a Pitcher Remains 2021-09-16T04:00:00Z Pardo, a minor league pitching coach, and Holman, a pitching coordinator, submitted a claim for religious exemption from getting the vaccine — which the team denied. 2 Nationals members who refused COVID vaccine threaten legal action after termination 2021-09-16T04:00:00Z Pirates pitching coach Oscar Marin came out to talk to Wilson. Effective Corbin helps Nationals avoid sweep vs. Pirates 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z The three staff members away from the team due to contact tracing drove back to Detroit on Tuesday — pitching coach Chris Fetter, quality control coach Josh Paul and bullpen catcher Jeremy Carroll. Ben Gamel’s RBI single helps Pirates rally past Tigers 3-2 2021-09-07T04:00:00Z “I was just trying to find the best spot for me, working with the pitching coaches in Triple-A and up here,” he said. ‘Happiest guy in baseball’ earns his first win in majors as Mariners beat Diamdondbacks 2021-09-05T04:00:00Z Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior’s face lights up when talking about Bickford. Dodgers tell Phil Bickford to 'be yourself,' and he becomes an effective reliever 2021-09-02T04:00:00Z Since Raley had to stay in the game to face Moore, it brought Houston pitching coach Brent Strom out of the dugout for a visit. With 4-3 defeat, Mariners waste opportunity to beat Astros, move up in wild-card standings 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z West Virginia Power pitching coach Paul Menhart said he had to talk some of his players into staying on the roster ahead of the change. The Atlantic League moved the mound and changed baseball math. Did it change much else? 2021-08-27T04:00:00Z The spread within the clubhouse left Martinez without his bench coach, pitching coach, first base coach, third base coach and assistant hitting coach, among others. Nationals mandate vaccine requirement for non-playing staff members 2021-08-27T04:00:00Z The Padres fired their pitching coach before the Dodgers series, ultimately choosing a new voice in the clubhouse over a new arm. Padres hope to stay relevant in NL playoff picture 2021-08-27T04:00:00Z Blue Jays pitching coach Pete Walker came out to talk to Berríos in the first and was ejected for arguing with home plate umpire Mark Carlson on his way back to the dugout. Abreu hits 3-run HR, Cease fans 7, White Sox beat Jays 5-2 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z So Rothschild, a former Yankees pitching coach, was sent home and his position will be filled for the rest of the season by Ben Fritz, the team’s bullpen coach. The Padres Wanted the World Series. Will They Make the Playoffs? 2021-08-24T04:00:00Z Blue Jays pitching coach Pete Walker came out to talk to Berríos in the first and was ejected for arguing with home plate umpire Mark Carlson on his way back to the dugout. Abreu hits 3-run HR, Cease fans 7, White Sox beat Jays 5-2 2021-08-24T04:00:00Z Ben Fritz, the team’s bullpen coach, will be the interim pitching coach for the rest of the season. LEADING OFF: Padres try new pitch, Reds-Brewers, O’s skid 2021-08-23T04:00:00Z The slumping San Diego Padres fired pitching coach Larry Rothschild on Monday as the franchise tries to stop its freefall in the National League playoff race. Slumping Padres fire pitching coach Larry Rothschild 2021-08-23T04:00:00Z Darvish is expected to be activated for Thursday’s series finale, but his imminent return couldn’t save the job of veteran pitching coach Larry Rothschild, who was fired Monday. Dodgers are surging. Padres are slumping. But 'a battle' is still expected this week 2021-08-23T04:00:00Z Then on Monday, with six weeks left in the regular season, the Padres fired pitching coach Larry Rothschild. The Padres Wanted the World Series. Will They Make the Playoffs? 2021-08-24T04:00:00Z Ben Fritz will be the interim pitching coach for the rest of the season. Slumping Padres fire pitching coach Rothschild 2021-08-23T04:00:00Z Following a visit with pitching coach Matt Blake, he quickly finished the inning and then breezed through the seventh. Voit’s 4 hits spark streaking Yanks to 10-2 rout of Twins 2021-08-20T04:00:00Z Ben Fritz — the team's bullpen coach — will be the interim pitching coach for the rest of the season. Slumping Padres fire pitching coach Larry Rothschild 2021-08-23T04:00:00Z Ben Fritz will serve as interim pitching coach for the remainder of the season. Dodgers are surging. Padres are slumping. But 'a battle' is still expected this week 2021-08-23T04:00:00Z When Sam Narron was asked how he was doing Aug. 2, his fifth day as the Washington Nationals’ fill-in pitching coach, he bent back at the waist, looked to the sky and just about howled. Nationals’ replacement coaches will take major league tidbits back to the minors 2021-08-08T04:00:00Z Otherwise, they were all acquainted on the fly, with fill-in pitching coach Sam Narron doing the most homework. Josiah Gray impresses in Nationals debut, but bullpen falters in loss to Phillies 2021-08-02T04:00:00Z Preparation for Gray will be odd because pitching coach Jim Hickey is still away from the team after he tested positive for the coronavirus. As Josiah Gray joins the fold, the Nationals walk off the Cubs on Yadiel Hernandez’s homer 2021-08-01T04:00:00Z "These are guys that are very important to us," pitching coach Carl Willis said. Reyes 2 HRs, drive almost hits bicyclist, Indians top Cards 2021-07-28T04:00:00Z “These are guys that are very important to us,” pitching coach Carl Willis said. Reyes 2 HRs, drive almost hits bicyclist, Indians top Cards 2021-07-28T04:00:00Z He left his post as the Class AA Harrisburg Senators’ pitching coach to temporarily replace Jim Hickey. Nationals’ replacement coaches will take major league tidbits back to the minors 2021-08-08T04:00:00Z About 11:30 Tuesday night, Orioles pitching coach Chris Holt called Alexander Wells to tell him he was making his first major league start the next day. Orioles fall short after Alexander Wells makes unexpected first major league start 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z Sam Narron, pitching coach for the Nationals’ Class AA affiliate, is filling in. As Josiah Gray joins the fold, the Nationals walk off the Cubs on Yadiel Hernandez’s homer 2021-08-01T04:00:00Z “You hear this a lot about Trout: He’s a better person than he is a ballplayer,” Angels pitching coach Matt Wise said. Beyond sobbing girls and screaming homers, Angels see an unseen side of Shohei Ohtani 2021-07-12T04:00:00Z After a brief mound visit by the pitching coach, Alonso crushed one in close vicinity of the Pittsburgh bullpen, chasing Brubaker. Mets crush Pirates 13-4 on Lindor grand slam, 10-run sixth 2021-07-09T04:00:00Z “It’s been nice to see him round into a complete pitcher at times,” pitching coach Mark Prior said last month. Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen calls being left out of All-Star game 'an insult' 2021-07-07T04:00:00Z With consultation of Mariners’ pitching coaches, he went to Driveline Inc. in Kent to work with their staff. Mariners lefty Yusei Kikuchi named to the American League All-Star team 2021-07-04T04:00:00Z An early visit from pitching coach Matt Wise didn’t do the trick, either. Ohtani flops, exits early in Yankee Stadium pitching debut 2021-06-30T04:00:00Z Hanrahan, the pitching coach for the Pirates’ Class AAA affiliate, recently told Crowe that his windup was too quick when he threw his slider. ‘A bit older and smarter,’ former Nats prospect Wil Crowe gets fresh start with Pirates 2021-06-17T04:00:00Z That prompted a visit from pitching coach Mark Prior. Dodgers treat sellout crowd on 'Reopening Day' to thrilling win over Phillies 2021-06-16T04:00:00Z She worked with pitching coach Lance Glasoe to monitor how she felt after each practice and whether she needed an extra day of rest. Pitchers shoulder heavy load at Women's College World Series 2021-06-07T04:00:00Z Walton’s father, Rob, is the pitching coach at Oklahoma State and Seattle manager Scott Servais loves the work ethic and coach’s kid mentality Walton brings to the field. Mariners notebook: Donovan Walton’s homer brightens up the entire dugout 2021-05-31T04:00:00Z When the Texas Rangers converted Dickey into a knuckleball pitcher, Hershiser was their pitching coach. As velocity goes up and up, it might be time for MLB pitchers to knuckle down 2021-05-28T04:00:00Z Bullpen coach Matt Wise has been serving as the pitching coach for the Angels, Callaway banned through at least 2022 after harassment probe 2021-05-26T04:00:00Z Bullpen coach Matt Wise has been serving as the pitching coach for the Angels, who began Wednesday with the majors' worst team ERA at 5.19. Callaway goes on MLB ineligible list after harassment probe 2021-05-26T04:00:00Z In Callaway’s absence, bullpen coach Matt Wise was tabbed as the Angels’ interim pitching coach and has served in the role throughout the season. Angels fire pitching coach Mickey Callaway after investigation of harassment claims 2021-05-26T04:00:00Z After he was fired by New York, he was hired in October 2019 as pitching coach of the Los Angeles Angels, who suspended him on Feb. 2. Callaway goes on MLB ineligible list after harassment probe 2021-05-26T04:00:00Z But after a mound visit from pitching coach Pete Woodworth, Swanson used his slider to slow himself down and find some command. Mariners find some power, but might have lost another pitcher as Yusei Kikuchi hurts his back 2021-05-24T04:00:00Z Kluber threw his no-hitter without the pitching coach, Matt Blake, in the dugout. Yankees Flex Their (Pitching) Muscles in Sweep of White Sox 2021-05-23T04:00:00Z Affectionately called “Rabbit” by his players, Mr. Miller was Baltimore’s pitching coach under Manager Earl Weaver when the club won the American League pennant in 1979 and the World Series in 1983. Ray Miller, pitching coach and manager for the Baltimore Orioles, dies at 76 2021-05-07T04:00:00Z Although Boone declined to detail all of the Yankees’ absences before the game, the bullpen coach, Mike Harkey, made a visit to the mound during the game instead of the pitching coach, Matt Blake. Fernando Tatis Jr. and 2 Yankees Coaches Test Positive for Coronavirus 2021-05-11T04:00:00Z Ray Miller, who managed the Orioles in the 1998 and 1999 seasons and served several tenures as Baltimore’s pitching coach, died this week, according to his family. Ray Miller, ex-Orioles manager and longtime pitching coach, dies 2021-05-05T04:00:00Z Miller then returned to his roots by finishing his career there as a pitching coach, retiring in 2005. Ray Miller, ex-manager and coach in Orioles HOF, dies at 76 2021-05-05T04:00:00Z He appeared to be working below max effort, with pitching coach Jim Hickey watching closely. Josh Bell takes another step forward as the Nationals rout the Marlins, 7-2 2021-05-01T04:00:00Z Palmer, a Hall of Famer and one of five 20-game winners coached by Mr. Miller with the Orioles, recalled an intrasquad game in Mr. Miller’s first spring training as pitching coach. Ray Miller, pitching coach and manager for the Baltimore Orioles, dies at 76 2021-05-07T04:00:00Z Callaway is still employed, though suspended, as pitching coach of the Los Angeles Angels, who will not comment on his status but have suspended him indefinitely because of MLB’s ongoing investigation. Roberto Alomar is barred from working in MLB after sexual misconduct investigation 2021-04-30T04:00:00Z When Johnson resigned after the season, Miller replaced him as Baltimore’s manager, with Flanagan as his pitching coach. Ray Miller, ex-Orioles manager and longtime pitching coach, dies 2021-05-05T04:00:00Z In past years, pitching coach Pete Woodworth and bullpen coach Trent Blank would run the meetings and be the dominant voices. After moving from starter to reliever last year, Kendall Graveman steps up as leader in Mariners bullpen 2021-04-21T04:00:00Z “There’s not a whole lot of mechanical stuff with him because his delivery and everything he does is clean,” Angels interim pitching coach Matt Wise said before Tuesday’s game. Angels pitcher Shohei Ohtani has elite stuff. Now he just needs to work on his command 2021-04-21T04:00:00Z When Johnson resigned after the season, Mr. Miller replaced him as Baltimore’s manager, with Flanagan as his pitching coach. Ray Miller, pitching coach and manager for the Baltimore Orioles, dies at 76 2021-05-07T04:00:00Z Before every game, the Mariners have hitters’ meetings, pitchers’ meetings, coaches meetings, a meeting with the starting pitcher, the catcher and the pitching coach and individual meetings as well. Mariners bring in medical professionals to educate players and staff on COVID-19 vaccines 2021-04-17T04:00:00Z He returned to the organization as pitching coach in 2004 and 2005, but surgery for an aortic aneurysm ended his coaching career. Ray Miller, ex-Orioles manager and longtime pitching coach, dies 2021-05-05T04:00:00Z Matt Blake, the Yankees’ pitching coach, said pitchers could benefit, too. A Major Change in the Minors: Baseball Moving the Mound Back 2021-04-14T04:00:00Z Though pitching coach Caleb Cotham was out for a chat with Wheeler minutes earlier, Girardi didn’t realize it marked the second mound visit of the inning and Wheeler had to be removed. Acuña's 4 hits, including HR, lead Braves past Phillies 8-1 2021-04-10T04:00:00Z He returned to the organization as pitching coach for a third time in 2004 and 2005, but surgery for an aortic aneurysm ended his coaching career. Ray Miller, pitching coach and manager for the Baltimore Orioles, dies at 76 2021-05-07T04:00:00Z Though pitching coach Caleb Cotham was out for a chat with Wheeler minutes earlier, Girardi didn’t appear to realize it marked the second mound visit of the inning and Wheeler had to be removed. Acuña’s 4 hits, including HR, lead Braves past Phillies 8-1 2021-04-09T04:00:00Z He was Baltimore’s pitching coach when the club won the American League pennant in 1979 and the World Series in 1983. Ray Miller, ex-Orioles manager and longtime pitching coach, dies 2021-05-05T04:00:00Z “In the beginning of the season, my pitching coach Mark Grater and I were the grounds crew and the clubhouse guys,” Knorr said. LOVERRO: When it comes to the Nationals, Knorr’s seen it all 2021-03-29T04:00:00Z Before the 2020 season, he was named assistant pitching coach for the San Francisco Giants. The White Sox have October ambitions. To get there, they staged a high school reunion. 2021-03-27T04:00:00Z As for the rest of his rotation, Martinez said he and new pitching coach Jim Hickey still need to figure out how to slot their other starters. Scherzer faces deGrom in spring game, rematch on opening day 2021-03-21T04:00:00Z While Foltynewicz made adjustments to his eating habits and lifestyle, there was also the biomechanical and analytical approach Rangers pitching coaches presented to him even before he signed with them. Foltynewicz velo strong in All-Star’s fresh start with Texas 2021-03-08T05:00:00Z Callaway was most recently the Los Angeles Angels’ pitching coach but he has been suspended while Major League Baseball investigates allegations of inappropriate behavior toward several women who work in sports media. Atkins ‘not aware’ of allegations against Callaway 2021-03-04T05:00:00Z “I project a veteran presence who is going to be very, very helpful, a great clubhouse guy,” said new pitching coach Jim Hickey, who briefly overlapped with Lester in Chicago. Nationals starter Jon Lester to undergo thyroid surgery 2021-03-03T05:00:00Z The Angels already promoted bullpen coach Matt Wise to serve as interim pitching coach last month. Francona: Indians didn’t cover up for Callaway 2021-03-02T05:00:00Z He's currently suspended as the Los Angeles Angels pitching coach, pending the MLB inquiry. Indians' Francona says team didn't cover up for Callaway 2021-03-02T05:00:00Z He’s currently suspended as the Los Angeles Angels pitching coach, pending the MLB inquiry. Indians’ Francona says team didn’t cover up for Callaway 2021-03-02T05:00:00Z In Callaway’s absence this spring, the Angels named bullpen coach Matt Wise as interim pitching coach. New details emerge about suspended Angels pitching coach Mickey Callaway's behavior 2021-03-02T05:00:00Z Bullpen coach Matt Wise, named interim pitching coach, tested positive for COVID-19 last weekend and remains out of camp because of league health and safety protocols. Angels' Jo Adell believes putting pep in his step can result in pop in his bat 2021-02-26T05:00:00Z But his current approach may endear him to Jim Hickey, the Nationals’ new pitching coach. Analysis | Addition of Rogelio Armenteros deepens Nationals’ pool of possible starters 2021-02-22T05:00:00Z He then spent another 14 seasons as a major league pitching coach for five teams. World Series hangover? Why Dodgers are confident they can repeat as champions 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z Williams also won a World Series title in 1990 as pitching coach with the Cincinnati Reds. Stan Williams, fearsome pitcher for LA Dodgers, dies at 84 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z Williams also won a World Series title in 1990 as pitching coach with the Cincinnati Reds. Stan Williams, fearsome pitcher for LA Dodgers, dies at 84 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z After consulting with Driveline Baseball in Kent and Mariners pitching coaches following the 2019 season, Kikuchi cleaned up his mechanics and shortened his arm swing in an effort to resuscitate the inconsistent velocity and stuff. As stats tease breakout, Mariners lefty Yusei Kikuchi seeks consistent command and control to fulfill his potential 2021-02-20T05:00:00Z Yankees pitching coach Matt Blake, who worked with Kluber when they were with the Indians, called him “very concise and efficient in his language and communication.” Yankees add extroverted Taillon, introvert nicknamed Klubot 2021-02-19T05:00:00Z Matt Wise steps in as the Angels’ interim pitching coach. Angels' Andrew Heaney loves the instant feedback from his new Rapsodo for good measure 2021-02-17T05:00:00Z After retiring as a player, Williams continued in baseball as a pitching coach, scout and adviser to several teams. Stan Williams, fearsome pitcher for LA Dodgers, dies at 84 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z After retiring as a player, Williams continued in baseball as a pitching coach, scout and adviser to several teams. Stan Williams, fearsome pitcher for LA Dodgers, dies at 84 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z Callaway, the former New York Mets manager and Cleveland pitching coach, is being investigated by Major League Baseball over allegations of inappropriate behavior toward several women who work in sports media. Matt Wise replaces Callaway as Halos’ interim pitching coach 2021-02-16T05:00:00Z He spoke with Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson and starter Sonny Gray, his friend from when they played together in Oakland. Sean Doolittle, grateful for his Nats tenure, was intrigued by a fresh start with the Reds 2021-02-05T05:00:00Z It was pretty unanimous that he’s a really good pitching coach. Allegations against Angels' Mickey Callaway prompt scrutiny of MLB hiring practices 2021-02-04T05:00:00Z As pitching coach, he helped the Red Sox, Yankees and Reds win division, league and World Series titles. Stan Williams, fearsome pitcher for LA Dodgers, dies at 84 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z As pitching coach, he helped the Red Sox, Yankees and Reds win division, league and World Series titles. Stan Williams, fearsome pitcher for LA Dodgers, dies at 84 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z Callaway, who left Cleveland to manage the New York Mets for two seasons, was suspended Tuesday by the Los Angeles Angels as their pitching coach. Indians president said team unaware of Callaway’s behavior 2021-02-04T05:00:00Z The incidents occurred over at least five years, according to the report, and included Callaway’s days as the Cleveland Indians’ pitching coach. Angels pitching coach Mickey Callaway suspended after accusations of inappropriate behavior 2021-02-02T05:00:00Z Before that, the former major league pitcher spent five seasons as the Cleveland Indians' pitching coach. Angels suspend Mickey Callaway after behavior allegations 2021-02-02T05:00:00Z Before that, the former major league pitcher spent five seasons as the Cleveland Indians’ pitching coach. Angels suspend Mickey Callaway after behavior allegations 2021-02-02T05:00:00Z After he was fired by New York, he spent last season with the Angels as pitching coach. Report: Coach, ex-manager Callaway pursued women in media 2021-02-02T05:00:00Z Josh Miller, who worked as the team’s bullpen coach last season, now has the title of pitching coach. Astros add Firova, Murphy to coaching staff; Speier retires 2021-01-28T05:00:00Z He watched from a suite with Valentine and former Dodgers pitching coach Rick Honeycutt, then found Roberts at the end of the night to share a joyful and teary embrace. Baseball world remembers Dodgers legend Tommy Lasorda through stories 2021-01-09T05:00:00Z “To throw a pitch like that you have to be a craftsman,” longtime pitching coach Johnny Sain told Sports Illustrated in 1977. Phil Niekro, baseball’s Hall of Fame master of the knuckleball, dies at 81 2020-12-29T05:00:00Z In his first remarks after becoming their new pitching coach, Hickey stressed his affection for change-ups. Analysis | How Jim Hickey’s focus on the change-up could help the Nationals’ pitching staff 2020-11-16T05:00:00Z “Our pitching coaches have talked about with him,” he said. The Player Plan: To keep his spot, Mariners pitcher Justin Dunn must ‘focus on that changeup’ 2020-11-20T05:00:00Z He comes to Houston after spending the last five seasons as a pitching coach and coordinator in the team’s minor league system. Astros add Firova, Murphy to coaching staff; Speier retires 2021-01-28T05:00:00Z The Giants promoted him to assistant pitching coach last December. White Sox say they understand ‘seriousness’ La Russa case 2020-11-12T05:00:00Z The club parted ways with pitching coach Paul Menhart and third base coach Chip Hale. Analysis | Dave Martinez’s new contract gave him the freedom to reshape his coaching staff. He used it. 2020-10-29T04:00:00Z Among them: mandatory mask-wearing in the dugout and bans on pitching coaches from being in the dugout while the team was batting and hitting coaches in the dugout when the team was on defense. MLB investigating after Justin Turner ‘refused to comply’ with officials during celebration 2020-10-28T04:00:00Z He started as a pitching coach at the Low-A level and climbed the organizational ladder to reach the big leagues. Mariners announce 2021 coaching staff, including promoting Trent Blank to full-time bullpen coach 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z The 47-year-old Sagara was set to be the pitching coach with Texas’ Triple-A team in Nashville but instead coached at the club’s alternate training site after the minor league season was canceled. Rangers name 2 pitching coaches to split duties in 2021 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z He replaces Don Cooper, who had been pitching coach since July 2002 and spent more than three decades with the organization. White Sox say they understand ‘seriousness’ La Russa case 2020-11-12T05:00:00Z Hickey, 59, spent 11 years as the Rays’ pitching coach. Analysis | Dave Martinez’s new contract gave him the freedom to reshape his coaching staff. He used it. 2020-10-29T04:00:00Z Jim Hickey will be the club’s new pitching coach, the Nationals announced Monday, reuniting with Martinez after they spent seven years together with the Tampa Bay Rays. Nationals hire Jim Hickey as pitching coach 2020-10-19T04:00:00Z The Nationals hired Jim Hickey on Monday as their pitching coach. Nationals hire Jim Hickey to be pitching coach 2020-10-19T04:00:00Z Hickey was last a pitching coach in 2018 with the Chicago Cubs. Nationals hire Jim Hickey as pitching coach 2020-10-19T04:00:00Z He was a pitching coach for Seattle, Arizona and Cincinnati. Phillies pitching coach Bryan Price is retiring 2020-10-18T04:00:00Z He sought advice from former Dodgers pitching coach Rick Honeycutt and longtime mentor Charlie Hough, the pitching instructor who helped the former catcher transition to the mound more than 10 years ago. Confident and forceful, Dodgers' Kenley Jansen tries to restore his bullpen ace legacy 2020-10-17T04:00:00Z Hickey was the pitching coach when the Rays won their first American League pennant in 2008. Nationals hire Jim Hickey as pitching coach 2020-10-19T04:00:00Z The team and longtime pitching coach Don Cooper also agreed to part. Monday Sports in Brief 2020-10-13T04:00:00Z All it takes is for pitchers to shelve their egos and for flexibility and ingenuity on the part of the manager, pitching coach and front office. Dodgers can win without a traditional closer. Just look at the last three World Series champions 2020-10-11T04:00:00Z After 30 players made 39 trips to the injured list in 2019, the Yankee restructured their health and performance staff and replaced pitching coach Larry Rothschild with the more analytically minded Matt Blake. Disgusted and dismayed, Yanks face big decisions for 2021 2020-10-10T04:00:00Z Tutored by Jim Turner, the pitching coach, and by Lopat, Ford won nine straight games before he was beaten on a home run by the Philadelphia Athletics’ Sam Chapman. Whitey Ford, Beloved Yankees Pitcher Who Confounded Batters, Dies at 91 2020-10-09T04:00:00Z After he retired, Mr. Ford spent one season as the Yankees’ first-base coach, then left baseball for a period before returning as a pitching coach in 1974. Whitey Ford, Yankees pitching ace who led team to six world titles, dies at 91 2020-10-09T04:00:00Z Washington Nationals pitching coach Paul Menhart will not be brought back next season after working in the organization for 15 years. Nationals let go pitching coach Paul Menhart 2020-10-04T04:00:00Z He did the next best thing, joining the San Francisco Giants’ organization as their minor league pitching coordinator before eventually being promoted as their MLB pitching coach for the 1998 and 1999 seasons. Relief ace Ron Perranoski, two-time World Series champion with Dodgers, dies at 84 2020-10-03T04:00:00Z Manager Rick Renteria was suspended for one game, and he and pitching coach Don Cooper were also fined. White Sox P Cordero suspended 3 games for hitting Contreras 2020-09-26T04:00:00Z After his pitching days, Ford served briefly as the Yankees’ first-base coach and again as pitching coach. Whitey Ford, Beloved Yankees Pitcher Who Confounded Batters, Dies at 91 2020-10-09T04:00:00Z As recently as five years ago, he was coaching high school baseball, and now he is the Yankees’ pitching coach. How a Baseball Outsider Became the Yankees’ Pitching Guru 2020-09-25T04:00:00Z It took all of eight pitches for Andrew Heaney to put the Angels in a three-run hole Saturday night, and the left-hander didn’t need a mound visit from the pitching coach to diagnose the problem. Andrew Heaney flips the script and finds success in win over Rangers 2020-09-20T04:00:00Z I’m getting my information mostly from the pitching coaches who were watching him throw. Mariners doubleheader with A’s still scheduled to be played despite air-quality issues 2020-09-13T04:00:00Z “For him it’s just the more he gets out there, I think the more comfortable he’ll be,” Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior said. Victor González nearly quit his major-league dream. Now his Dodgers career is taking off 2020-09-04T04:00:00Z The difference may seem marginal, but Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior said it affords him more crucial margin for error. Clayton Kershaw passes Don Drysdale on Dodgers' all-time strikeout list in win 2020-08-20T04:00:00Z Blake is now one of four pitching coaches in the major leagues without professional playing experience. How a Baseball Outsider Became the Yankees’ Pitching Guru 2020-09-25T04:00:00Z “The fastball just gets by people,” said Roger Williams, Detmers’ pitching coach at Louisville. Will Angels call up first-rounder Reid Detmers this year? 'It’s not out of the question' 2020-08-18T04:00:00Z Speaking by phone from Dodger Stadium, Hershiser recalled a time this spring when he, pitching coach Mark Prior, and former pitching coach Rick Honeycutt gathered around Jansen during or after a bullpen session. Column: Kenley Jansen considers himself 'a complete pitcher' after adjusting to velocity drop 2020-08-06T04:00:00Z Over the winter, the Yankees also hired a new catching coach, whom they hope will further improve Gary Sanchez’s defense, and a new pitching coach, whom they believe will modernize their instruction. Juan Soto’s Positive Test Casts Shadow on Yankees-Nationals Opener 2020-07-23T04:00:00Z It is partly because of that drive and intellect that Matt Blake, the Yankees’ new pitching coach, said he believed Cole would buck the aging curve of most players in baseball. The Yankees’ $324 Million Question: Can Gerrit Cole Stay This Good? 2020-07-22T04:00:00Z In other words, Blake became the epitome of a modern pitching coach. How a Baseball Outsider Became the Yankees’ Pitching Guru 2020-09-25T04:00:00Z Menhart first came across Strasburg in October 2009, when the former was a Class A pitching coach for the Nationals and the latter was the first pick of the previous June’s draft. Perspective | Stephen Strasburg never moved on from Washington. He moved in. 2020-07-20T04:00:00Z In Texas, Rangers pitching coach Julio Rangel doesn’t envision a drastically different look and foresees his starters being ready to throw six innings and 90 pitches once games start. The pitching puzzle: Teams not sure what to expect at start 2020-07-17T04:00:00Z He advocated the use of masks when summer camp opened and has aggressively embraced new pitching coach Oscar Marin’s use of analytics. Musgrove in, Polanco and Kela likely out for Pirates 2020-07-17T04:00:00Z If Ross and pitching coach Tommy Hottovy can find enough answers on the mound, the lineup could lead the Cubs back into the postseason after they came up short last year. NL Central Preview Capsules 2020-07-16T04:00:00Z Blake became the school’s pitching coach for six years, winning a state title in 2011. How a Baseball Outsider Became the Yankees’ Pitching Guru 2020-09-25T04:00:00Z “It’s still kind of raw in the fact that we just got through it and to relive it,” said Hottovy, in his second season as the Cubs’ pitching coach. Cubs pitching coach says COVID-19 quarantined him for month 2020-07-01T04:00:00Z I would find the best trainer, I would find the best pitching coach, the best person to help me.” Angels pitcher Ty Buttrey played badly in MLB virtual tournament, so he sought help 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z Ron Wolforth, the longtime pitching coach who has operated the Texas Baseball Ranch for nearly 30 years, cautioned against easing workloads. Mickey Callaway reaches out to Angels pitchers from the Florida Panhandle 2020-04-07T04:00:00Z Right about now, the Rockies would be finishing batting practice, and Mr. Wood would be in the clubhouse going over the game plan with his catcher and pitching coach. 24 Hours in a Pandemic Nation 2020-04-04T04:00:00Z Next up for Gray is a meeting with pitching coach Derek Johnson, who also coached him at Vanderbilt, to strategize for his last three spring training outings. Reds pitcher Gray using spring to try out new things 2020-03-07T05:00:00Z Callaway, hired as pitching coach, would not have been available had the New York Mets not fired him as their manager. Shades of 2002: Can coaches with championship rings and gray hair return Angels to glory? 2020-03-05T05:00:00Z “On paper,” pitching coach Paul Menhart said, “we are a lot stronger.” Whiff: Nats closer Doolittle calmed by lavender oil on glove 2020-02-27T05:00:00Z Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior explained the approach allowed Jansen and the others enough time to hone different things in spring training before pitching in games. Dodger relief pitcher Kenley Jansen's offseason work is showing encouraging results so far in spring training 2020-02-26T05:00:00Z “A guy with his stuff, it’s just a different look for our bullpen,” Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior said. New Dodger Brusdar Graterol is over the flu and uncorking his 100-mph fastball 2020-02-20T05:00:00Z Former pitching coach Doug White was fired after one season, partly because some pitchers struggled to conform to his analytically inclined approach. Mickey Callaway breaks down how he's approaching his role as Angels pitching coach 2020-02-14T05:00:00Z The issue in the past has been consistently throwing strikes, but Gill was pleased with the progress of the group under pitching coach Ted Silva. College baseball preview: UCLA aiming for Omaha trip while CSU Fullerton looks to bounce back 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z Price recalled what he was told by Tim Corbin, his coach at Vanderbilt University, and Jim Hickey, his pitching coach with the Rays who is now working in the Dodgers player development system. Column: David Price says he's still got it, but he'll have to prove it with the Dodgers 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z Cahill, an 11-year veteran who will turn 32 next month, will be reunited with new Giants pitching coach Andrew Bailey, a former teammate with the Oakland A’s. MLB notebook: Red Sox promote Roenicke to interim manager 2020-02-12T05:00:00Z But two issues cropped up that hindered Suarez’s development — a failure in his mechanics that caused him to tip pitches, and a breakdown in communication with former pitching coach Doug White. Joe Maddon is optimistic young Angels starting pitchers can increase roles 2020-02-11T05:00:00Z Callaway gave reporters a run-down of how he approaches his role as pitching coach. Mickey Callaway breaks down how he's approaching his role as Angels pitching coach 2020-02-14T05:00:00Z I focused on the members of the Oakland A’s rotation who, players said, all cheated as soon as Billy Martin and pitching coach Art Fowler arrived and taught them how. Perspective | Baseball has a problem, and the Astros are only a symptom 2020-02-09T05:00:00Z He profiles like Rainey — hard fastball with a slider, high strikeout rate, a few too many walks — and will be a project for the minor league pitching coaches. Analysis | The Nationals have worked to strengthen their bullpen. Here’s what to expect. 2020-02-06T05:00:00Z Matt Blake takes over as pitching coach from Larry Rothschild, who was fired after nine seasons, and Blake promises a more analytic approach. Yanks already banged up heading into spring training 2020-02-06T05:00:00Z He will also receive the scouting reports on opposing hitters prior to each series from new pitching coach Oscar Marin. Pirates’ Taillon upbeat as he rehabs from elbow surgery 2020-01-25T05:00:00Z Auburn announced Wednesday that Hudson will be a volunteer assistant and pitching coach for the program, where he once starred as a two-way player. Tim Hudson hired as Auburn’s volunteer pitching coach 2020-01-15T05:00:00Z New Yankees pitching coach Matt Blake was a pitching coordinator for the company. Yankees overhaul training staff after setting injury record 2020-01-14T05:00:00Z Mathis was a minor league pitching coach the past three seasons, in the Seattle and Toronto organizations, after playing professionally for 11 years. Former Texas pitcher Mathis hired as team’s bullpen coach 2020-01-02T05:00:00Z He replaces Mark Prior, who was promoted to pitching coach after Rick Honeycutt’s retirement. Dodgers among teams in the hunt to sign third baseman Josh Donaldson 2019-12-12T05:00:00Z The former catcher will replace Mark Prior, who is taking over for Rick Honeycutt as the Dodgers’ pitching coach. MLB winter meetings: Dodgers' competition for Anthony Rendon includes the Nationals 2019-12-09T05:00:00Z He was a major league advance scout for Minnesota in 2017 and ’18, then was assistant pitching coach last season. Hefner becomes Mets pitching coach, Meulens bench coach 2019-12-08T05:00:00Z “Fred knows just enough to be dangerous,” one former pitching coach said. The Wilpon Family Chronicles 2019-12-06T05:00:00Z —The New York Yankees made it official, announcing Matt Blake as their new pitching coach after reports of his hiring surfaced last week. MLB notebook: Trout, Bellinger earn MVP honors 2019-11-14T05:00:00Z Blake replaced Larry Rothschild, who was fired after nine seasons and got hired as pitching coach of the San Diego Padres. Yankees turn to young pitching coach for high-tech approach 2019-11-14T05:00:00Z Blake replaced Larry Rothschild, who was fired after nine seasons and got hired as pitching coach of the San Diego Padres. Yankees turn to young pitching coach for high-tech approach 2019-11-14T05:00:00Z Friedman confirmed that Mark Prior will replace Rick Honeycutt as pitching coach. Dodgers are among several teams pursuing free-agent third baseman Josh Donaldson 2019-11-12T05:00:00Z Rothschild, who had been with the Yankees for eight seasons, will become San Diego’s pitching coach. Yankees plan to have talks with Cole, Strasburg 2019-11-11T05:00:00Z Paul Davis, who was the pitching coach last season, will now be a pitching strategist for the organization. Mariners promote 3 to fill out coaching staff 2019-11-07T05:00:00Z Steve Foster remains the pitching coach on manager Bud Black’s staff. Rockies name Darryl Scott bullpen coach 2019-11-01T04:00:00Z When Piniella brought in Stan Williams – a former Fairly teammate on the Dodgers – to be his pitching coach, Fairly bombarded me with stories about how mean he was during his pitching career. Late Mariners broadcaster Ron Fairly was a weaver of tales, and here are some favorites 2019-10-30T04:00:00Z Before joining New York, he spent five successful seasons as the Cleveland Indians’ pitching coach. AP Source: Ex-Mets manager Callaway joining Angels 2019-10-27T04:00:00Z The Angels considered bringing back their former longtime pitching coach, Mike Butcher, for the vacancy created by the firing of first-year coach Doug White. Angels' new pitching coach will be former Mets manager Mickey Callaway 2019-10-26T04:00:00Z Camp went to Robinson High in Fairfax and is a former pitcher at George Mason University, where he is now the pitching coach. Nationals’ rise no surprise to former MLB pitcher 2019-10-25T04:00:00Z He waits for the pitching coach to tell him he is done. Nationals crush Astros, 12-3, to take commanding 2-0 lead in World Series 2019-10-23T04:00:00Z The team also announced earlier this month that pitching coach Ray Searage and bench coach Tom Prince would not return next season. MLB notebook: Cubs reportedly set to hire Ross as manager 2019-10-23T04:00:00Z “I’m sure they probably fed off each other a little bit,” said Leyland, who did say his pitching coach, Jeff Jones, always felt a rivalry existed between them. Once teammates and still dominant, Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander have little else in common 2019-10-21T04:00:00Z Although Roberts will return, Friedman said Rick Honeycutt will transition into a “special assistant role” after being the team’s pitching coach for 14 seasons. The Sports Report: LeBron James clarifies his Daryl Morey comments 2019-10-15T04:00:00Z —Rick Honeycutt is out as Los Angeles Dodgers pitching coach after 14 seasons and will be replaced by bullpen coach Mark Prior, president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said. MLB notebook: Mets reportedly bring in Perez for interview 2019-10-14T04:00:00Z Friedman also said 65-year-old pitching coach Rick Honeycutt would transition to a special assistant role next season, which would be his 15th with the Dodgers. Manager Dave Roberts, Andrew Friedman to return to Dodgers 2019-10-14T04:00:00Z They might want to look to their pitching coach for help. St. Louis Cardinals coach makes two holes-in-one before playoff game, proves Cardinals aren't totally inept at scoring - Golf Digest 2019-10-14T04:00:00Z Prior to removing Kapler, the team had already made changes at hitting coach and pitching coach. Phillies fire manager Kapler 2019-10-10T04:00:00Z Toronto pitching coach Pete Walker and bullpen coach Matt Buschmann suggested slight mechanical tweaks in Hudson’s delivery so he would use his back side more and not rely on his arm. Daniel Hudson went from Dodgers' and Angels' castoff to Nationals' closer 2019-10-02T04:00:00Z —The Los Angeles Angels dismissed pitching coach Doug White and bench coach Josh Paul as the team’s shakeup continues. MLB roundup: A's select Manaea for wild-card start 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z The Angels’ staffing shakeup continued Tuesday with the firings of pitching coach Doug White and bench coach Josh Paul. Angels fire pitching coach Doug White and bench coach Josh Paul 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z White was in his first season as a big league pitching coach after spending six seasons working for the Houston Astros, most recently as a bullpen coach. Angels drop pitching coach, bench coach after Ausmus’ firing 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z The Diamondbacks made a somewhat surprising move Monday when they parted ways with pitching coach Mike Butcher after four seasons. D-backs trending up, striving to catch Dodgers 2019-09-30T04:00:00Z Hitting and pitching coaches across the majors could be in jeopardy, too, on teams that missed the playoffs. LEADING OFF: Skippers on the hot seat, playoff teams ailing 2019-09-29T04:00:00Z The 2019 season was White’s lone campaign as the Angels’ pitching coach. MLB roundup: A's select Manaea for wild-card start 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z Many of them seemed to underscore the perception of Callaway as an American League pitching coach stumbling as a manager in the tactically more complicated National League. The Mets Are Eliminated. Now Will Mickey Callaway Survive? 2019-09-25T04:00:00Z White, a pitching coach in some capacity since 2003, was a good match because he’d spent the four previous seasons working in Houston’s sophisticated system. Angels pitching coach Doug White lauded despite mixed results 2019-09-22T04:00:00Z Between stops in Great Lakes, Rancho Cucamonga and Tulsa last year, he played for three teams, three managers, three pitching coaches. Dodgers' Josiah Gray gets minor league pitching honor 2019-09-21T04:00:00Z “He is a true professional,” Nationals pitching coach Paul Menhart said. Corbin has delivered exactly what Nationals needed 2019-09-16T04:00:00Z Former Giants and Pirates right-hander Ryan Vogelsong returned to the ballpark and wore his old Giants uniform to observe and work with San Francisco pitching coach Curt Young and the pitching staff. Pirates take fight to Giants, Vázquez closes out 27th save 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z After years of toiling in the minors, Menhart, 50, was named a major league pitching coach for the first time in May when the Nationals asked him to replace Derek Lilliquist. Menhart thrives on his connection to pitchers 2019-09-10T04:00:00Z “The games are going to dictate where we are,” Larry Rothschild, the Yankees’ pitching coach, said over the weekend. As October Approaches, Yankees Start Assembling Pitching Puzzle 2019-09-09T04:00:00Z Duncan, the son of former St. Louis pitching coach Dave Duncan and brother of former major leaguer Shelley Duncan, died of brain cancer in his hometown of Tucson, Arizona. Former Cardinals outfielder Chris Duncan dies at 38 2019-09-06T04:00:00Z Soler’s home run was the only blemish on Norris, who threw just three innings because of pitching limits set by Detroit pitching coach Rick Anderson. Soler breaks KC home run record, Royals beat Tigers 2019-09-03T04:00:00Z Soler’s home run was the only blemish on Norris, who threw just three innings because of pitching limits set by Detroit pitching coach Rick Anderson. Soler breaks KC home run record, Royals beat Tigers 2019-09-03T04:00:00Z But the first hug he got Saturday in Atlanta came from pitching coach Paul Menhart, and for good reason. Menhart thrives on his connection to pitchers 2019-09-10T04:00:00Z Max Scherzer is on track to return from the injured list and start Thursday for Washington, according to pitching coach Paul Menhart. Nationals squander late lead, lose to Pirates 2019-08-20T04:00:00Z He later was pitching coach for the Boston Red Sox and Baltimore Orioles. Al Jackson, tough left-hander on original Mets, dies at 83 2019-08-19T04:00:00Z Price managed the Cincinnati Reds for five seasons after working over a decade as a big league pitching coach. Former big league managers Randoph, Price join Team USA 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z Nationals spent years testing Paul Menhart before naming him pitching coach. Dinged-up Nationals put their depth on display, hold on for a 7-6 win over the Reds 2019-08-12T04:00:00Z He trusts the scouting reports provided by pitching coach Rick Honeycutt. Red alert: Dodgers rookie starter Dustin May turns fiery on days he pitches 2019-08-12T04:00:00Z That meant three years as a low-Class A pitching coach, three years in advanced-Class A, two years in Class AA and, finally, a year with the Class AAA Syracuse Chiefs in 2014. The Nats spent years testing Paul Menhart before naming him pitching coach. He hopes it sticks. 2019-08-08T04:00:00Z This was all explored in bullpen sessions with pitching coach Paul Menhart ahead of Friday’s start, and the results were encouraging. Joe Ross makes a most convincing case for Nationals’ fifth starter spot 2019-08-03T04:00:00Z Randoph will be the third base coach and Price will be the pitching coach. Former big league managers Randoph, Price join Team USA 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z Coleman, who is black, says the club initially asked Bosio, 56, to apologize and only took further action toward the pitching coach when his use of the slur went public, according to the complaint. Former clubhouse attendant sues Detroit Tigers, ex-pitching coach alleging racial discrimination 2019-07-27T04:00:00Z Earlier in his career, Blazek said pitching coaches told him to throw the sinker and use the four-seamer off it “for effect.” Baseball changed in the year Michael Blazek was away. He returns with a reinvented approach. 2019-07-23T04:00:00Z To become the Yankees’ most improved pitcher this season, and a bulwark in their unsteady starting rotation, Domingo German got technical help from the most obvious authority, the team’s pitching coach. Domingo German, the Yankees’ Surprising Ace, Has an Ideally Flawed Mentor 2019-07-17T04:00:00Z While Bailey said he knew “absolutely zero” of the A’s players, former Reds manager and pitching coach Bryan Price provided “great reviews” on A’s manager Bob Melvin. Chapman homers, drives in 5 as A’s beat Mariners 9-2 2019-07-17T04:00:00Z On the first Friday in May, at Citizens Bank Park, there was a new pitching coach in the dugout for the Washington Nationals. ‘We don’t quit:’ How the Nationals saved their season 2019-07-09T04:00:00Z Bosio has been a pitching coach for the Tampa Bay Rays, Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs before joining the Tigers. Former clubhouse attendant sues Detroit Tigers, ex-pitching coach alleging racial discrimination 2019-07-27T04:00:00Z House is a former major league pitcher and pitching coach perhaps most famous for catching Hank Aaron’s record-breaking 715th career homer in the Atlanta Braves bullpen in 1974. Garoppolo goes to QB summer school before training camp 2019-07-08T04:00:00Z He added a cutter to his repertoire with pitching coach Rick Honeycutt’s guidance, which he said came easy to him because he already threw a slider. How Dodgers’ Hyun-Jin Ryu rose from South Korea to MLB All-Star starter 2019-07-07T04:00:00Z Manager Scott Servais was going to announce his post-break rotation on Saturday, but he was waiting for pitching coach Paul Davis to inform all the pitchers about the situation. Mariners Sunday mailbag: Why wasn’t Daniel Vogelbach chosen for the Home Run Derby? 2019-07-07T04:00:00Z As I watched the Arizona Diamondbacks relievers toss five consecutive two-out walks to hand the Dodgers a win, I soon realized that Mike Butcher was their pitching coach and that mystery was clarified. Letters: Death of Tyler Skaggs is a huge loss for the Angels 2019-07-05T04:00:00Z Diamondbacks pitching coach Mike Butcher tried to settle Holland down, but he walked Alex Verdugo in five pitches to load the bases. Dodgers beat the Diamondbacks on five straight walks with two outs in ninth 2019-07-03T04:00:00Z He enlisted the help of pitching coach Doug White to recapture that. Angels' Noe Ramirez has pitched himself into bigger roles 2019-06-28T04:00:00Z Doug White didn’t know much about Griffin Canning when he became the Angels pitching coach last October. Angels rookie starter Griffin Canning’s rapid rise not a surprise 2019-06-26T04:00:00Z “He throws strikes,” Fresno pitching coach Brad Holman told The Washington Times on Monday night. Nationals call up veteran reliever Rodney, 42 2019-06-24T04:00:00Z Before facing the Arizona Diamondbacks on June 3, Buehler, for the first time in his career, decided to lead the customary pregame scouting meeting with pitching coach Rick Honeycutt and the catcher. Walker Buehler's 16 strikeouts and Matt Beaty's walk-off power Dodgers over the Rockies 2019-06-22T04:00:00Z Earlier this year, he was working for the Mets as a roving pitching instructor before taking over as the pitching coach for Triple-A Syracuse when Glenn Abbott took a medical leave of absence. Mets fire pitching coach Eiland, bring in Regan, 82 2019-06-20T04:00:00Z Kelly walked Lucroy on five pitches to load the bases and coax pitching coach Rick Honeycutt from the dugout for a visit. Joe Kelly’s dismal season with Dodgers takes a ‘bizarre’ turn against Angels 2019-06-11T04:00:00Z It falls to Dodgers pitching coach Rick Honeycutt to connect with pitchers like Buehler, but also Rich Hill, who at 39 is the eldest in the majors. How baby boomer managers reach these dang millennial players 2019-06-08T04:00:00Z Washington assistant and pitching coach Jason Kelly was also in the running for the position, according to the website. Report: New Mexico State’s Brian Green hired as new Washington State baseball coach 2019-06-03T04:00:00Z Rick Honeycutt arrives at the ballpark, Dodger Stadium or somewhere else, hours before first pitch and completes the work like he’s always done in his 14 years as Dodgers pitching coach. Dodgers pitching coach Rick Honeycutt works through the pain of spine-fusion surgery 2019-05-31T04:00:00Z The timing of the mound visit — in the middle of an at-bat — and the initiator of the meeting — the manager, not the pitching coach — seemed odd. Angels strike early and often in blowout of Mariners 2019-05-31T04:00:00Z “I think he probably wishes there were more hours in the day,” Stanford pitching coach Thomas Eager says. Stanford catcher Handley’s backup plan is career in medicine 2019-05-30T04:00:00Z He repeats his delivery “extremely well,” pitching coach Rick Honeycutt said. Dodgers accept Hyun-Jin Ryu's 'fascinating' routine between starts 2019-05-30T04:00:00Z The Nationals’ video team, strength and conditioning staff and pitching coach Paul Menhart saw the same before any of them discussed it together. Nationals closer Sean Doolittle tweaks mechanics after a pair of rough outings 2019-05-28T04:00:00Z His ability to put all five of his pitches where he wants to so consistently, pitching coach Rick Honeycutt said, allowed him to extend his dominance to 2019. Hyun-Jin Ryu continues to dominate and the Dodgers power their way over the Pirates 2019-05-26T04:00:00Z The Dodgers hired former Rays, Houston Astros, and Chicago Cubs pitching coach Jim Hickey as a special assistant for player development. Dodgers defeat Rays, but reliever Pedro Baez leaves with leg injury 2019-05-21T04:00:00Z The Yankees’ execution on Sunday was only “O.K.” in the pitching coach Larry Rothschild’s assessment. Yankees Beat Rays With a Taste of Their Own Medicine 2019-05-19T04:00:00Z But pitching coach Rick Honeycutt said he wants Jansen to incorporate his slider and two-seam fastball more to counter his drop in velocity. Kenley Jansen out of sync with his catchers? Dodgers address mix-ups 2019-05-19T04:00:00Z With a little help from his high school pitching coach, Lucas Giolito is finally making good on his immense potential with the White Sox. LEADING OFF: Snell’s 2nd chance vs Yanks, Astros on roll 2019-05-17T04:00:00Z He kept a stoic expression as he ventured into a preparatory conference with catcher Austin Hedges and pitching coach Darren Balsley. Padres’ gunslinger Chris Paddack is outdueled by Clayton Kershaw and the Dodgers 2019-05-15T04:00:00Z Hickey, who was at Tropicana Field on Tuesday, spent 11 seasons as Tampa Bay’s pitching coach, working under current Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman for the first seven years. Dodgers defeat Rays, but reliever Pedro Baez leaves with leg injury 2019-05-21T04:00:00Z The success of the opener, the Rays pitching coach Kyle Snyder theorized, generated some awareness and “maybe changed how a lot of traditional starting pitchers approached the first inning.” Yankees Beat Rays With a Taste of Their Own Medicine 2019-05-19T04:00:00Z He was friends in his hometown with Art Fowler, who would later be a pitching coach with the Yankees. 93-year-old WWII vet delivers Nats game ball 2019-05-14T04:00:00Z New pitching coach Paul Menhart played a large role in developing him in the minor leagues, and Fedde cited his familiarity with and trust in Menhart for making him even more comfortable in the majors. This time, Erick Fedde is embracing his role in Nationals’ bullpen experiment 2019-05-10T04:00:00Z As it was, new pitching coach Paul Menhart had gone to the mound before the Thames strikeout and Cain’s fateful double and asked Strasburg how he felt. Anthony Rendon gets ejected, Stephen Strasburg gets hit, and Nationals unravel against Brewers 2019-05-07T04:00:00Z Firing a pitching coach is an alarm bell on most teams, a wake-up call to everyone that the status quo isn’t acceptable. Perspective | Nationals oust their pitching coach, addressing a symptom but not the disease 2019-05-02T04:00:00Z In the dugout afterward, Roberts and pitching coach Rick Honeycutt told Jansen to remain engaged in the game. Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw, Kenley Jansen struggle to regain elite stuff 2019-04-22T04:00:00Z Eldred, the Royals’ pitching coach, had called Bailey in January, after the right-hander was released by the Los Angeles Dodgers. After Scorching the Red Sox, the Yankees Wilt Against the Royals 2019-04-19T04:00:00Z The added use of the slider is something the Mariners’ pitching coaches discussed with Sadzeck on Tuesday. Connor Sadzeck’s emotional roller coaster ends with an opportunity in the Mariners bullpen 2019-04-05T04:00:00Z It’s something he and A’s pitching coach Scott Emerson have been tinkering with since last season. Frankie Montas parlays new pitch into spot in A’s rotation 2019-03-25T04:00:00Z Encouraging words from the two pitchers, the catcher, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and pitching coach Rick Honeycutt followed the simulated game. Walker Buehler, Clayton Kershaw making progress in recovering from spring injuries 2019-03-25T04:00:00Z The traditional pitching coach/hitting coach/manager model — while those guys are important, they’re not more important.” Welcome to ‘holistic’ spring training: Meditation, yoga and 30-foot pitchers 2019-03-15T04:00:00Z He developed a friendship with the squad’s pitching coach, Houston’s Brent Strom. Relationship formed in Japan landed Chirinos in Houston 2019-03-12T04:00:00Z But that is not a bad thing for the left-hander, who is becoming familiar with Washington pitching coach Derek Lilliquist just for starters. Patrick Corbin bolsters starting rotation 2019-03-10T05:00:00Z Francona and pitching coach Carl Willis are evaluating how to seize momentum in April by lining up the pitchers in the most efficient early season order. Indians to count on strong starting pitching again in 2019 2019-03-09T05:00:00Z It certainly feels that way for Maddon, 65, who is in the final year of a five-year contract and running a staff that features a new pitching coach, new hitting coach and new bench coach. If success cost the Cubs their edge, will failure and tumult bring it back? 2019-03-08T05:00:00Z Hottovy is the third pitching coach in the last three years for the Cubs, but he’s spent four years in the organization, working with pitchers on mechanics and game planning. Cubs’ Lester helping pitching coach adapt to new role 2019-03-07T05:00:00Z He has been working with new pitching coach Doug White to refine it, trying to improve the shape of the pitch so it can become more effective. Angels' Matt Harvey is nervous but sharp in Cactus League debut 2019-03-06T05:00:00Z He credited pitching coach Rick Honeycutt for the change in philosophy. Dodgers’ Jansen works scoreless inning in 1st spring outing 2019-03-03T05:00:00Z Championship Series: Turner Ward, the former Dodgers hitting coach, and Derek Johnson, the former Brewers pitching coach, who worked with Gray at Vanderbilt. Rapid Turnover for the Humbled Reds, Particularly in Their Expectations 2019-03-01T05:00:00Z His velocity waned, so did his command, and he walked three consecutive hitters before pitching coach Derek Lilliquist visited him on the mound. Nationals reliever Koda Glover is shut down with forearm strain 2019-02-26T05:00:00Z New pitching coach Doug White, who specializes in a method of training called Z-Health that enhances an athlete’s movement patterns, has been working with Tropeano for months on ways to improve his delivery. After setback, Angels pitcher Nick Tropeano ready for rehabilitation to strengthen right shoulder 2019-02-20T05:00:00Z When pitching coach Rick Honeycutt returns to the team upon recovering from back surgery, Kelly plans to get acquainted with the Dodgers’ 12-year pitching coach, who pitched 21 years in the major leagues. Reliever Joe Kelly settling in quickly with Dodgers 2019-02-19T05:00:00Z He has had a few conversations about that with pitching coach Derek Lilliquist, and he thinks he can provide more innings this season, should the Nationals trust him beyond the fifth. Competition or not, Jeremy Hellickson sees himself as Nationals’ fifth starter 2019-02-16T05:00:00Z It will also allow new pitching coach Paul Davis as well as Brian DeLunas, the director of pitching development and strategies, and other staff to provide input. Mariners hope individual meetings with each pitcher in camp will lead to increased success 2019-02-15T05:00:00Z A pitching coach sent an email asking that his Italian league statistics be added to his page so that his players would stop teasing him about being a bad pitcher. From a Church in Philadelphia, Sports Reference Informs the World 2019-02-13T05:00:00Z Mark Prior will be the primary pitching coach in the absence of Rick Honeycutt, who underwent surgery Tuesday and is expected to be away for a few weeks while recovering. Martin reunited with Kershaw, connecting with new teammates 2019-02-13T05:00:00Z The pitching coach Derek Johnson worked with Gray at Vanderbilt, and the hitting coach Turner Ward knows Puig from Los Angeles. 10 M.L.B. Story Lines to Ponder While Waiting for Free Agents to Sign 2019-02-13T05:00:00Z He consulted with other strength coaches, pitching coaches and players. Clayton Kershaw heads into Dodgers' season 'trying to regain some stuff I lost' 2019-02-12T05:00:00Z While his hiring was official in early November, this will be his real first day in an atypical journey to the major leagues as the Mariners’ new pitching coach. Meet Paul Davis: The Mariners’ new pitching coach, whose atypical journey fits his atypical thinking 2019-02-11T05:00:00Z “Everybody recognizes me now because of the Hall of Fame,” said Smith, a minor league pitching coach with San Francisco. Lee Smith ‘still in awe’ after touring Baseball Hall of Fame 2019-02-05T05:00:00Z Brocail was the Texas Rangers’ pitching coach for the past three years. Orioles hire Long as pitching coach, Brocail for pitchers 2019-01-23T05:00:00Z He felt comfortable joining the Reds in part because he’ll be reunited with pitching coach Derek Johnson, who was his coach at Vanderbilt. Starter Sonny Gray know about Reds’ history and ballpark 2019-01-22T05:00:00Z Rob Friedman, a pitching coach outside Atlanta, felt unleashed. ‘Pitching Ninja’ is turning Twitter into a digital scouting showcase. MLB teams have noticed. 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z Within a year, he had returned to baseball as a minor league pitching coach. Eli Grba, the Original Angel, dies at 84 2019-01-15T05:00:00Z Four years earlier, another Yakima resident had won a World Series title as pitching coach – Hub Kittle of the 1982 Cardinals. Mel Stottlemyre was a great pitcher and coach, and a firm believer in doing the right thing 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z Monzon returns as pitching coach for the team for another season while Dawson joins the organization as a first-year coach after working at a junior college in Iowa. Mariners announce player development and minor league coaching staffs for the 2019 season 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z Sons Mel Jr. and Todd both pitched in the majors, and Mel Jr. was hired last month as the Miami Marlins’ pitching coach. Former ace, longtime pitching coach Stottlemyre dies at 77 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z He is the son of former Cardinals pitching coach Dave Duncan. Ex-Cardinal Duncan leaves radio to focus on cancer fight 2019-01-09T05:00:00Z He is the son of former Cardinals pitching coach Dave Duncan, FOX 2 Now in St. Louis reported. Former MLB player Chris Duncan leaves radio role to focus on battle against brain cancer 2019-01-09T05:00:00Z I learned of the pride Mel felt watching his son follow in his steps as a pitching coach. Mel Stottlemyre was a great pitcher and coach, and a firm believer in doing the right thing 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z The 61-year-old has long worked for the San Francisco Giants as a minor league pitching coach and instructor. Harold Baines, Lee Smith finally get call to baseball Hall of Fame 2018-12-09T05:00:00Z He was promoted him to assistant pitching coach for 2017 and took over the direction of the staff one year later. Braves hire pitching coach Rick Kranitz to replace Hernandez 2018-12-06T05:00:00Z They join pitching coach Derek Johnson and hitting coach Turner Ward. Reds hire third base, assistant batting coaches 2018-11-19T05:00:00Z Young was the assistant pitching coach last season. Phillies promote Chris Young to pitching coach 2018-11-16T05:00:00Z He spent the previous 11 seasons in the Indians organization, including a stint as the interim pitching coach at Triple-A Columbus in 2012. Julio Rangel hired as Rangers’ pitching coach for Woodward 2018-11-16T05:00:00Z The Mariners recently filled the vacant pitching coach position, hiring Paul Davis, who previously worked as the Cardinals’ manager of pitching analytics. Third base coach Scott Brosius decides to leave the Mariners’ coaching staff 2018-11-13T05:00:00Z Friedman confirmed the rest of the coaching staff — Brown, Ortiz, pitching coach Rick Honeycutt, first base coach George Lombard, and bullpen coach Mark Prior — are under contract for next season. Farhan Zaidi takes job with Giants while Dodgers work on long-term deal with Dave Roberts - Los Angeles Times 2018-11-06T05:00:00Z —The Seattle Mariners announced that Paul Davis was named pitching coach. MLB notebook: Harper rejected Nationals’ offer 2018-11-06T05:00:00Z Cincinnati also hired Derek Johnson from Milwaukee as its pitching coach. Reds hire Turner Ward from Dodgers as hitting coach 2018-11-06T05:00:00Z The Mariners filled one of their two vacancies for their Major League coaching staff on Tuesday, announcing the hiring of Paul Davis to serve as their pitching coach for the 2019 season. Mariners name Paul Davis to be their Major League pitching coach 2018-11-06T05:00:00Z Former major league pitcher and pitching coach Bill Fischer died Tuesday night in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Record-holding former pitcher Fischer dies at 88 2018-10-31T04:00:00Z A troublesome elbow limited him to relief work last fall against Houston, but the Boston pitching coach, Dana LeVangie, noticed that Price had thrived in the bullpen. David Price Gets His Championship 2018-10-29T04:00:00Z Davis started his pro coaching career in 2013 as the pitching coach with the Cardinals’ advanced rookie team. MLB notebook: Harper rejected Nationals’ offer 2018-11-06T05:00:00Z The manager, Alex Cora, is new; so is the general manager and the pitching coach and most everyone else down the line. The Red Sox Win the World Series Again, Putting Old Narratives Fully to Bed 2018-10-29T04:00:00Z Stealing signs isn’t illegal, but the pitching coach said it’s not usually so blatant. MLB notebook: Red Sox wary of Machado stealing signs 2018-10-26T04:00:00Z Dodgers pitching coach Rick Honeycutt was annoyed at the conditions experienced by his relievers in a bullpen just in front of the right field bleachers. Fenway Park gave Dodgers cold shoulder, Series shifts to LA 2018-10-25T04:00:00Z The Reds fired Bryan Price, who was the pitching coach when Bell was in Seattle, after a 3-15 start, and Jim Riggleman was interim manager for the rest of the season. Former Mariner David Bell hired as manager of Reds 2018-10-21T04:00:00Z “I couldn’t really believe what I saw from the dugout,” Smith, now the pitching coach at Auburn, said last week. Max Muncy, once nearly out of baseball, helps lift Dodgers with his super-quick hands 2018-10-14T04:00:00Z Behind Roberts was pitching coach Rick Honeycutt, who had pitched for 21 years and coached for nearly a dozen more, but Roberts kept his thoughts to himself. World Series Game 5: An inside look at how a championship slipped away from the Dodgers - Los Angeles Times 2018-10-03T04:00:00Z Stange was later the Red Sox pitching coach on two occasions and spent 23 years in the organization as a player, coach and instructor. Former Red Sox pitcher Stange dies 2018-09-23T04:00:00Z “The spin rate, the swing-and-miss, those things are important to us,” said the pitching coach Steve Foster, who also emphasizes mental toughness. A Rockies Ace Is Where He Wants to Be, on His Terms 2018-09-21T04:00:00Z Regardless, pitching coach Rick Honeycutt said, “He’s the guy that you want on the mound.” Dodgers' Kershaw no longer has supreme skills but the heart and desire are intact 2018-09-19T04:00:00Z Earlier this week, he completed a bullpen session in Tampa and followed it with a workout that was closely monitored by team president Chris Antonetti, pitching coach Carl Williams and team trainers. Indians’ Bauer throws off mound, closer to comeback 2018-09-15T04:00:00Z “As a pitching coach and a pitcher, you’re going to click anyway,” Chavez said recently in the Chicago Cubs’ clubhouse. An A’s Castoff Becomes a Rays Catalyst 2018-09-07T04:00:00Z Mike Butcher, the Diamondbacks’ pitching coach, attributed the explosion in velocity among relief pitchers in part to a shift in how teams manage their personnel. Dodgers could learn a thing or two from Diamondbacks' bullpen 2018-08-31T04:00:00Z Ray gets an extra day to do some side work with pitching coach Mike Butcher. Dbacks walk off on throwing error by Angels’ Bedrosian 2018-08-22T04:00:00Z “When you lose four starting pitchers at one time, it’s going to open the door for somebody,” pitching coach Rick Honeycutt said. Dodgers reliever Caleb Ferguson has made a name for himself in a disappointing bullpen 2018-08-16T04:00:00Z “I kind of like wins,” Larry Rothschild, the Yankees’ pitching coach, said recently. Does Jacob deGrom Need Victories to Win the Cy Young Award? 2018-08-14T04:00:00Z “I spend a lot of time in the cage, talking to the hitting coach, honestly, more than the pitching coach. You tend to get more of a hitter’s sense.” An A’s Castoff Becomes a Rays Catalyst 2018-09-07T04:00:00Z Even before the tweets surfaced, a well-known major league pitching coach was fired for comments he made to a team employee. MLB’s inclusion efforts must now overcome offensive tweets 2018-08-09T04:00:00Z “In Jordan’s case, he made some real fundamental changes this year with our pitching coaches and pitched himself in a situation where he’s wanted at this time of year,” Green said. Brewers claim RHP Lyles from Padres 2018-08-05T04:00:00Z Rays pitching coach Kyle Snyder showed him a new grip for the pitch, different from his slider grip, and it stuck. With a Former Yankee on the Mound, the Red Sox Tame Their Rivals Again 2018-08-04T04:00:00Z The left-hander also matched his career high with 121 pitches after he got an extended break to work with pitching coach Jim Hickey on his changeup and get over some shoulder fatigue. Quintana, Cubs beat Cardinals 7-2 2018-07-22T04:00:00Z |
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