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sports2 years ago

"Former Giants All-Star slugger returns as coach for 2024 MLB season"

The San Francisco Giants have announced several coaching hires for the 2024 MLB season under new manager Bob Melvin. Former Giants third baseman Matt Williams will join as the team's third base coach, while former outfielder Pat Burrell will serve as the hitting coach. Ryan Christenson, a former MLB outfielder and associate manager for the San Diego Padres, will be Melvin's bench coach. Several coaches from the previous regime will also be returning, and the rest of the coaching staff will be announced in the coming weeks.

via NBC Sports Bay Area|
#bob-melvin#coaching-staff#matt-williams
sports2 years ago

"Bob Melvin Eyes Matt Williams for Giants' Coaching Staff"

Newly hired San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin expressed his desire to add coaches with ties to the organization, including former Giants third baseman Matt Williams, to his coaching staff. Melvin emphasized the importance of local flavor and continuity within the organization, highlighting the significance of understanding the Giants' history. He aims to strike a balance between outside hires and promoting from within the organization while constructing his staff for the upcoming critical season. Melvin brings 20 years of managerial experience to the Giants.

via NBC Sports Bay Area|
#bay-area#bob-melvin#coaching-staff
sports2 years ago

"Unveiling the New Coaching Staff for the San Francisco Giants in 2024"

Speculation is swirling about the potential coaching staff for the San Francisco Giants, with suggestions that the team may lean towards hiring former Giants players to generate fan interest and nostalgia. Bob Melvin, the leading candidate for manager, could potentially bring former Giants slugger Matt Williams as a coach. Other former Giants players like Pat Burrell, Ryan Vogelsong, and Tim Lincecum are also being considered for coaching positions. The Giants' front office is likely aiming to strike a balance between familiarity and success as they navigate a challenging period for the franchise.

via McCovey Chronicles|
#bob-melvin#coaching-staff#matt-williams
sports2 years ago

Padres Coach Matt Williams Takes Leave of Absence for Colon Cancer Surgery

San Diego Padres' third base coach, Matt Williams, will take a leave of absence from the team after being diagnosed with colon cancer. Williams will undergo surgery on Friday, and former Cardinals' manager Mike Shildt will take over third base coaching duties on an interim basis. Williams, who is feeling well physically, spent two seasons managing the Nationals and joined the Padres coaching staff in 2021.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#colon-cancer#interim-coach#matt-williams
health2 years ago

Former MLB player and coach Matt Williams diagnosed with colon cancer, undergoes surgery.

Former Arizona Diamondbacks player and coach, Matt Williams, has been diagnosed with colon cancer and will undergo surgery on Friday. Williams, who is currently the third base coach for the San Diego Padres, learned about his condition three weeks ago but has no symptoms. Preliminary scans show that the cancer hasn't spread, and Williams plans to fight as hard as he can to get back to the team as quickly as possible.

via Arizona's Family|
#arizona-diamondbacks#colon-cancer#health
sports2 years ago

Padres Coach Matt Williams Diagnosed with Colon Cancer Ahead of Opening Day

San Diego Padres third-base coach Matt Williams has been diagnosed with colon cancer and will take a leave of absence after Opening Day to undergo surgery. The 57-year-old received the diagnosis three weeks ago and will be replaced by Mike Shildt on an interim basis. Williams' return this season has not been ruled out. He spent 17 years in the big leagues, playing for the San Francisco Giants, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Cleveland Guardians.

via Fox News|
#bob-melvin#colon-cancer#matt-williams
sports2 years ago

Padres' Coach Matt Williams Set for Cancer Surgery

San Diego Padres third-base coach Matt Williams has been diagnosed with colon cancer and will undergo surgery to remove a growth near his colon on Friday. Williams, 57, learned about his condition roughly three weeks ago, when a standard physical revealed a low red-blood-cell count that prompted additional testing. There is no timetable for Williams' return to the team. Mike Shildt, the former St. Louis Cardinals manager who is with the Padres as a senior advisor, will coach third base in his absence.

via ESPN|
#bob-melvin#cancer-surgery#matt-williams