The Arizona Diamondbacks fired veteran pitching coach Brent Strom on Thursday, according to multiple reports. Strom confirmed his exit to The Athletic. "Appreciated the opportunity," Strom said. "Pitching held this team back this year.

The Arizona Diamondbacks have fired pitching coach Brent Strom, along with assistant pitching coach Dan Carlson, and bullpen coach Mike Fetters. This comes after a season in which the D-backs missed the playoffs despite winning 89 games.

PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks are shaking up their coaching staff after falling just short of the playoffs. The team confirmed Thursday that pitching coach Brent Strom, assistant pitching coach Dan Carlson and bullpen coach Mike Fetters will not return in those roles next year.