Mets officially announce coaching staff for the 2020 season

Jeremy Hefner joins as pitching coach, while Chili Davis returns as hitting coach

12/8/2019, 11:36 PM
Feb 21, 2019; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets hitting coach Chili Davis (54) poses for a photo on photo day at First Data Field. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports / Jasen Vinlove
Feb 21, 2019; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets hitting coach Chili Davis (54) poses for a photo on photo day at First Data Field. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports / Jasen Vinlove

The Mets have made their coaching staff for the 2020 MLB season official on Sunday night. 

In a press release, the team announced who will be helping out Carlos Beltran in his first managerial season, including the return of hitting coach Chili Davis and the addition of pitching coach Jeremy Hefner. 

"We are excited to complete our coaching staff following a very thoughtful and extensive process," Mets GM Brodie Van Wagenen said. "Carlos drove this search and prioritized talented coaches who share his player's first vision and complement his skill sets." 

Beltran added: "I am looking forward to working with this talented, knowledgeable and experienced group. Each member of the staff brings a unique perspective and expertise that will give myself and all of our players the tools they need to succeed."

Beltran's bench coach will be Hensley Meulens, who was serving in that role for Bruce Bochy with the Giants for the past two seasons. His vast coaching experience should be a vital tool for Beltran throughout the season. 

Here's how the rest of the staff is stacked:

  • Assistant hitting coach Tom Slater
  • Third base coach Gary DiSarcina
  • First base coach Tony DeFrancesco
  • Bullpen coach Ricky Bones
  • Quality control coach Luis Rojas
  • Assistant pitching coach Jeremy Accardo

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