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Yankees Shake Up Coaching Staff for Better Results

12/14/2025

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The New York Yankees faced criticism for baserunning and fundamentals, and owner Hal Steinbrenner announced an offseason coaching change.
Travis Chapman was dismissed as part of the coaching changes.
Dan Fiorito, previously the infield/outfield coordinator, was promoted.
Fiorito has a background in managing in the minors and played four years in the Yankees' minor league system.
The organization expects better results in the upcoming year after these changes.

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The New York Yankees faced criticism for baserunning and fundamentals, and owner Hal Steinbrenner announced an offseason coaching change.
Travis Chapman was dismissed as part of the coaching changes.
Dan Fiorito, previously the infield/outfield coordinator, was promoted.
Fiorito has a background in managing in the minors and played four years in the Yankees' minor league system.
The organization expects better results in the upcoming year after these changes.