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Nationals Hire Another Up-and-Coming Coach to Be Their Hitting Coordinator
- Nationals hire Phillip Cebuhar from Charlotte to become the new hitting coordinator, signaling a youth-forward coaching strategy.
- Cebuhar studied at Charlotte where the 49ers hit 346 home runs over his four seasons and posted strong walk totals.
- The move emphasizes player development, with Cebuhar focusing on refining hitting tools for the organization’s pipeline.
- Cebuhar is expected to help players balance power with plate discipline, benefiting hitters like James Wood and Brady House.
- The hire follows the Nationals' broader youth-centric staff strategy, which also includes Blake Butera and Michael Johns.
- The Nationals aim to translate college-level development success to the major leagues via Cebuhar's role.
- Bart Mills quoted the Post, noting Cebuhar’s transition from college to pro baseball.
- Charlotte's program under Cebuhar showcased notable offensive output and consistent walks.
- The Nationals announced the hire as part of ongoing staff developments to improve hitting
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