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Former Yankees, Cubs Outfielder Retires, Suddenly Returns as Dodgers Coach

Former Yankees, Cubs Outfielder Retires, Suddenly Returns as Dodgers Coach

Summary

Michael Hermosillo, a former major league outfielder, is returning to baseball as the outfield and baserunning coach for the Great Lakes Loons, a Class-A team for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Hermosillo, who played 103 games in the MLB with the Angels and Cubs, retired from playing after the 2023-24 season and is now starting a coaching career.

Key Facts

  • Michael Hermosillo, 31, is named outfield and baserunning coach for the Dodgers' Class-A team.
  • He played his last game in the major leagues in 2023, appearing in 66 games for the Yankees' Triple-A team.
  • Hermosillo played in the MLB with the Los Angeles Angels and Chicago Cubs.
  • His major league career spanned over parts of five seasons, totaling 103 games.
  • He was drafted by the Angels in the 28th round in 2013.
  • Hermosillo ended his playing career in the Mexican Winter League with Obregon.
  • The announcement marks his first coaching role in professional baseball.
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