Jim Negrych returns to Pitt baseball as assistant coach and recruiter

The University of Pittsburgh has announced the hiring of alum Jim Negrych as the new assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for the baseball program. Negrych, who previously served as a volunteer assistant in 2016 and 2017, expressed excitement about returning and aims to cultivate a championship-caliber team. As part of his role, he will focus on working with the players' hitting and infield skills. Negrych brings valuable experience from his time in professional baseball and recent years as a scout for the St. Louis Cardinals. His return marks his third involvement with the Pitt program, underscoring his strong connection to the university and its baseball history.

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