The Pittsburgh Pirates have appointed Matt Hague as their new hitting coach, marking his return to the franchise that drafted him in 2008. Hague takes over from Andy Haines, who was let go after the team struggled offensively last season, ranking low in multiple categories.

Hague, who previously served as an assistant hitting coach for the Toronto Blue Jays, had a brief playing career in the majors and has transitioned into coaching after stints in various minor leagues.