Red Sox News: Ron Roenicke explains bench coach decision

Boston Red Sox manager Ron Roenicke explains why he selected Jerry Narron as his bench coach over a more popular internal option such as Jason Varitek.

Spring training was already in full swing when Boston Red Sox manager Ron Roenicke revealed his choice to serve as his bench coach. A last minute hire isn’t ideal but his familiarity with Jerry Narron helps make up for lost time.

The Red Sox announced the hiring of their new bench coach over the weekend. Narron filled the same role in Milwaukee when Roenicke managed the Brewers so the pair already share a strong connection. Narron was also the bench coach for Grady Little when he managed the Red Sox in 2003 so he’s fully aware of the high…