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From Rock Bottom to Dodgers Coach: A Journey
14 Nov
Summary
- A career-threatening moment in 2012 shaped Guerrero's coaching philosophy.
- Guerrero previously worked in construction and on a factory production line.
- He reunites with the Dodgers organization after coaching stints with Phillies and Giants.
Fourteen years ago, Pedro Guerrero faced a career-ending crisis in minor league baseball. After a disastrous game and personal tragedy, a supportive manager's empathy inspired Guerrero's future coaching approach. This pivotal moment has guided him through a remarkable transition.
Guerrero's playing career concluded in 2013, leading him to diverse jobs in construction and manufacturing to support his family. However, a call from Gabe Kapler in 2016 launched his coaching ascent within the Dodgers' system.
He then joined the Phillies and later the Giants under Kapler, eventually becoming a lead hitting coach for the Marlins in 2025. His work there garnered attention, leading to his current role as co-hitting coach for the Dodgers.
Guerrero now faces the challenge of improving the aging Dodgers lineup, aiming to focus on mental execution and team at-bats, mirroring the supportive lesson learned early in his career.
