Terry Francona Bringing Back Key Piece of Cincinnati Reds Coaching Staff
The Reds are keeping Director of Pitching Derek Johnson on staff for the 2025 season according to Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer.
Johnson has been on the Reds staff since 2018.
The 2024 season was marked by a career-best season from Hunter Greene, a resurgence from Tony Santillan and Nick Martinez, and the successful debut of Rhett Lowder, who excelled in his first six Major League starts.
Under Johnson’s guidance, the pitching staff has improved, helping to strengthen the Reds' core and build a solid foundation for the future.
The Reds did let go of three coaches on Tuesday, but keeping Johnson always seemed like a priority.
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