Dan Warthen
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Daniel Dean Warthen
- Bats Both, Throws Left
- Height 6' 0", Weight 200 lb.
- High School Omaha North High School
- Debut May 18, 1975
- Final Game September 29, 1978
- Born December 1, 1952 in Omaha, NE USA
[edit] Biographical Information
After his playing career ended, pitcher Dan Warthen went on to be pitching coach with the Seattle Mariners (1992), San Diego Padres (1996 and 1997), Detroit Tigers (1999-2002) and bullpen coach for the Los Angeles Dodgers (2006-2007).
He was the pitching coach for the St. Lucie Mets in 2003, the Norfolk Tides 2004-2005, and New Orleans Zephyrs 2008. On June 17, 2008, Warthen was called up to the majors to replace Rick Peterson as the New York Mets pitching coach.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 1978 Pitcher of the Year American Association Oklahoma City 89ers
