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Reds Pitching Coach Derek Johnson Takes Leave of Absence
Cincinnati Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson, 54, began a leave of absence Friday for personal reasons ahead of a three-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals.
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Cincinnati Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson began a leave of absence Friday for personal reasons. The team made the announcement before opening a three-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals in St.
Louis. No further details were provided about the absence. Johnson is 54 years old. Assistant pitching coach Matt Tracy and bullpen coach Oscar Marin assumed Johnson's game-day duties. The two coaches will handle those responsibilities until further notice.
Johnson has served as the Reds' pitching coach since 2018. ESPN reported the leave and the team's statement.
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