This offseason the Texas Rangers decided the organization as a whole needed a change. That change started with firing almost all of the minor league coaching staffs. Seems dramatic, right? Well, shortly after the minor league seasons ended, Triple-A Nashville manager Jason Wood was released, as well as Double-A Frisco manager Joe Mikulik. Both had five years under their belts within the organization. The Nashville Sounds also saw pitching coaches Brian Shouse and former big league All-Star Eric Gagne let go. Hitting coach Howard Johnson is being reassigned, as well as coach Geno Petralli, who will be a roving minor league instructor.
Texas Rangers hire former big leaguers as Minor League managers
