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Life-changing call brings Nola back to Seattle
- Nola accepts Mariners bullpen coach role after a late October call, marking his first true coaching position.
- The Mariners shuffled coaches this offseason, replacing Tony Arnerich and moving Kristopher Negrón to bench coach in Pittsburgh.
- Nola’s background spans 15 years as a pro player, including an MLB debut with Seattle in 2019 at age 29.
- Nola was a key figure in Seattle's rebuild, later traded to the Padres in a defining deal for Ty France and others.
- Nola expressed that the range-riders period helped him realize there are still ways to help people and be a servant leader.
- Nola followed Seattle’s playoff run from afar before deciding to join the coaching staff.
- The move comes as the Mariners aim to rebuild with fresh voices after nine managerial changes this offseason.
- Nola's coaching emphasis centers on helping pitchers and teams, reflecting his long career and knowledge of the game.
- Nola’s hiring marks a full-circle moment, returning to Seattle with a leadership role.
- Nola helped the Mariners during their rebuild and was part of a trade that sent him to San Diego for players who later shaped Seattle's roster.
- Nola’s MLB debut with Seattle occurred on June 16, 2019, at age 29, in a season marked by his versatility and intelligence.
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