Rick Kranitz

NYCBrave said:
I read this is his fifth team as a pitching coach. Not sure if that's good or bad.
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That's why I wanted Hickey. This from MLBTR--

The Atlanta staff had some notable successes last year, but also some disappointments. Frankly, much the same could be said of the Phillies, so it’s tough assess this move from an outside perspective. Clearly, though, Kranitz enjoys plenty of respect within the industry. He previously served as pitching coach for the Marlins, Orioles, and Brewers.
 
salmagundy said:
That's why I wanted Hickey. This from MLBTR--

The Atlanta staff had some notable successes last year, but also some disappointments. Frankly, much the same could be said of the Phillies, so it’s tough assess this move from an outside perspective. Clearly, though, Kranitz enjoys plenty of respect within the industry. He previously served as pitching coach for the Marlins, Orioles, and Brewers.
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He was fairly successful at each of his stops.
 
salmagundy said:
That's why I wanted Hickey. This from MLBTR--

The Atlanta staff had some notable successes last year, but also some disappointments. Frankly, much the same could be said of the Phillies, so it’s tough assess this move from an outside perspective. Clearly, though, Kranitz enjoys plenty of respect within the industry. He previously served as pitching coach for the Marlins, Orioles, and Brewers.
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He embraces analytics and develops strong bonds with his players. Nola gives him most of the credit for taking the next step. Word is players in Philly were unhappy he was let go. Sounds like a great hire to me.
 
zbhargrove said:
He embraces analytics and develops strong bonds with his players. Nola gives him most of the credit for taking the next step. Word is players in Philly were unhappy he was let go. Sounds like a great hire to me.
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That's good to know. Thanks for that.
 
According to someone with direct knowledge, Kranitz is a tremendous hire. Was told that AA wanted a more analytical driven pitching coach and Kranitz supposedly fits it to a tee.

Also, was told there are two names that haven't been mentioned (I haven't seen their name on this board as it pertains to the current offseason) that we're supposedly very interested in acquiring. One is a SP the other a positional player. Both very talented!
 
blueagleace1 said:
According to someone with direct knowledge, Kranitz is a tremendous hire. Was told that AA wanted a more analytical driven pitching coach and Kranitz supposedly fits it to a tee.

Also, was told there are two names that haven't been mentioned (I haven't seen their name on this board as it pertains to the current offseason) that we're supposedly very interested in acquiring. One is a SP the other a positional player. Both very talented!
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I like the hire too. For your other part. We know they want a bat and another pitcher. So without names that is useless
 
bravesfanMatt said:
I like the hire too. For your other part. We know they want a bat and another pitcher. So without names that is useless
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If I'm told that I can share names I most certainly will, not trying to be an a$$ but I don't want to get this person in trouble. Like I said, neither name has been mentioned (that I've seen) on here in reference to this offseason. Was also told they are looking at another PC to help Kranitz. Assuming it would be an assistant pitching coach.
 
blueagleace1 said:
If I'm told that I can share names I most certainly will, not trying to be an a$$ but I don't want to get this person in trouble. Like I said, neither name has been mentioned (that I've seen) on here in reference to this offseason. Was also told they are looking at another PC to help Kranitz. Assuming it would be an assistant pitching coach.
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Love the idea of an assistant. I think a pitching coach should be just that, the guy who controls all the pitching. That is a large job and Need an assistant
 
blueagleace1 said:
If I'm told that I can share names I most certainly will, not trying to be an a$$ but I don't want to get this person in trouble. Like I said, neither name has been mentioned (that I've seen) on here in reference to this offseason. Was also told they are looking at another PC to help Kranitz. Assuming it would be an assistant pitching coach.
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I just can’t imagine who the pitcher would be we’ve legit discussed like every top 30 pitcher
 
first post ever...seems Joe Torre had two pitching coaches. if remember correctly Rube Walker and Bob Gibson, is Gibby available?
 
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