In a surprising turn of events, the New York Yankees have announced the dismissal of their hitting coach, Dillon Lawson. To fill the unexpected vacancy, the organization has quickly appointed former All-Star and Major League Baseball (MLB) player, Sean Casey.
Sean Casey: From Player to Coach
Casey’s illustrious 12-season MLB experience ended in 2008 with the Boston Red Sox. Throughout his entire career, he exhibited impressive stats, including a batting average of .302, an on-base percentage (OBP) of .367, and a weighted runs created plus (wRC+) of 109. His career Wins Above Replacement (WAR) stands at 15.