Former New York Yankees Star Chris Chambliss Rejoins Richmond Braves as Hitting Coach - IL
Friday, February 22, 2008 at 12:05PM MLN Newswire – www.mlntherawfeed.com – RICHMOND, Va. – Former New York Yankees first baseman Chris Chambliss has rejoined the Atlanta Braves’ organization as hitting coach for Triple-A Richmond.
Chambliss enjoyed a stellar 17-year big league playing career. He earned Rookie of the Year honors in 1971, was an AL All-Star in 1976, and earned a Gold Glove in 1978. He played in three straight World Series with the Yankees from 1976-1978.
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Chambliss managed the R-Braves in 1992. He has coached at the big league level with the Cardinals, Yankees, Mets, and Reds.
Manager Dave Brundage returns to defend his Governors’ Cup title. Guy Hansen is back as
pitching coach.
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