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"Per sources: Pirates promoting Mendy Lopez to the major league coaching staff. Lopez served as hitting coach last season with Low-A Bradenton. GM Ben Cherington said last month any staff changes would be 'additive.' Do not believe he’s replacing anyone based on my current info." - Mackey



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"To update this a bit, Lopez will primarily work with the infielders. Freeing bench coach Don Kelly up to do other things." - Mackey



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This is probably a good move, since Lopez can work with infielders Cruz, Castro and eventually Peguero when he arrives in Pittsburgh.

Played in 51 games with the Pirates in 2001-02, batting .217. Started 7 games at second, 2 at short, one at 3rd.

It’s quite the jump from Low A to the big leagues. He must have made a great impression. Let’s hope it’s well deserved.