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Former Pirates All-Star hired to coach in college

By Chad Krispinsky,

11 hours ago

SAN DIEGO, California (WKBN) – Former Pittsburgh Pirates All Star Mark Melancon has been officially hired as pitching development coordinator at San Diego State University.

The university made the announcement earlier this week.

The former Major League right-hander has not pitched in MLB since 2022, effectively bringing his 14-year professional career to an end.

He ends his big league career with 262 saves and a 2.94 ER 726 2/3 innings in the majors.

During his career, Melancon pitched for the Yankees, Astros, Red Sox, Pirates, Nationals, Giants, Braves, Padres, and Diamondbacks.

He spent four seasons in Pittsburgh from 2013-16, piling up 130 saves for the Pirates. He was traded to the Washington Nationals in 2016.

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