Jeff Branson
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Jeffery Glenn Branson
- Bats Left, Throws Right
- Height 6' 0", Weight 180 lb.
- School Livingston University
- Debut April 12, 1992
- Final Game October 6, 2001
- Born January 26, 1967 in Waynesboro, MS USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Jeff Branson was signed as a 2nd round pick in the 1988 amateur draft by the Cincinnati Reds and scout Julian Mock.
Since his playing career ended, infielder Branson spent 2003 as hitting coach of the Williamsport Crosscutters and was the team's skipper the following year. After two seasons managing the Hickory Crawdads, he was named as the manager of the Lynchburg Hillcats for 2007. Branson will be the hitting coach for the Indianapolis Indians in 2009.
[edit] Year-By-Year Minor League Managerial Record
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Organization | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Williamsport Crosscutters | New York-Penn League | 34-40 | 9th | Pittsburgh Pirates | |
| 2005 | Hickory Crawdads | South Atlantic League | 54-80 | 15th | Pittsburgh Pirates | |
| 2006 | Hickory Crawdads | South Atlantic League | 67-70 | 10th | Pittsburgh Pirates | |
| 2007 | Lynchburg Hillcats | Carolina League | 55-82 | 8th | Pittsburgh Pirates | |
| 2008 | Lynchburg Hillcats | Carolina League | 58-80 | 7th | Pittsburgh Pirates |
