Marlins Hire Clayton McCullough as Manager

The Miami Marlins have appointed Clayton McCullough, formerly the first base coach for the Los Angeles Dodgers, as their new manager, succeeding Skip Schumaker. McCullough, who has been recognized as a rising managerial talent, spent the last four seasons with the Dodgers and has a successful background managing in the minor leagues. His hiring comes after the Marlins endured a difficult 62-100 season, which saw them rank poorly in batting statistics and led to Schumaker's departure. In addition to McCullough, the Marlins have hired Pedro Guerrero as their new hitting coach, aiming to improve their offensive performance. The Marlins face a significant rebuilding phase after cutting costs and losing key players, making McCullough's role crucial for the team's future. The move reflects the Marlins' strategy to bring in experienced leadership from a successful organization.