Robinson Chirinos Replaces Fredi González As Baltimore Orioles Bench Coach

Robinson Chirinos: The New Bench Coach

Robinson Chirinos has been officially named bench coach for the Baltimore Orioles , replacing Fredi González under the leadership of coach Brandon Hyde . With 11 seasons of professional playing experience, Chirinos is expected to bring valuable contributions to the team.

Chirinos’s Incredible Career

At age 40 , Chirinos retired in 2022 with the Orioles. In 714 games , he batted .226, recorded 95 home runs and 306 RBIs , playing for teams such as Tampa Bay , Texas , Houston , New York Mets , Chicago Cubs , and finally Baltimore . His extensive experience will certainly be an important asset in a coaching role.

Fredi González: End of an Era

Fredi González spent five seasons with the Orioles, the last three of which he served as bench coach . He previously managed the Florida Marlins from 2007 to 2010 and the Atlanta Braves from 2011 to 2016 , bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team.

Challenges Under Brandon Hyde

Under manager Brandon Hyde , the Orioles had a challenging season, finishing second in the AL East with a 91-71 record . However, they were eliminated from the AL Wild Card Series by Kansas City , highlighting the need to improve their roster and strategy in order to advance further in future seasons.

Changes in the Coaching Staff

In addition to the bench coach change , the Orioles also made several other changes to the coaching staff . Cody Asche will take over as hitting coach after two seasons as offensive line coach , replacing Ryan Fuller and Matt Borgschulte . Tommy Joseph will be assistant hitting coach , a role he held with Seattle last season.

Promotions and Retentions of Other Coaches

Sherman Johnson has been promoted to senior assistant hitting coach/hitting coordinator , while Buck Britton will be the upper-league coach after managing in various divisions within the Orioles system. Several current coaches will also continue in their roles, including Drew French (pitching coach), Mitch Plassmeyer (assistant pitching coach) and Ryan Klimek (pitching strategy coach).

The Orioles’ Commitment to Improvement

The changes to the Baltimore Orioles coaching staff , especially the addition of Robinson Chirinos , demonstrate the team’s commitment to improvement and growth. With Chirinos’ experience and passion , fans can expect positive developments in the coming seasons.