Dodgers reportedly part ways with hitting coach Aaron Bates

The Dodgers are reportedly parting ways with hitting coach Aaron Bates, according to a source. This development comes despite earlier expectations that the coaching staff would remain unchanged for the 2027 season.

Aaron Bates (file photo)
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A source informed MLB.com on Friday that the Dodgers and hitting coach Aaron Bates were unable to agree on new contract terms, leading to his departure. Bates had been with the Dodgers' organization for 12 years, serving as a co-hitting coach for the past four seasons.