MADISON, Ala. (WAFF) – Rocket City Trash Pandas Manager Andy Schatzley is heading to the big leagues!
After four impactful seasons leading the Trash Pandas, Schatzley has been promoted to Infield Coach for the Los Angeles Angels, joining Kurt Suzuki’s Major League coaching staff.
Andy Schatzley (pictured) named 2022-23 Southern League Manager of The Year for the Rocket City Trash Pandas(WAFF)
“We have been so fortunate to have Andy Schatzley as our manager for the past four seasons,” said Trash Pandas Executive Vice President and General Manager Garrett Fahrmann. “He set very high standards for his players and staff… We are really going to miss him here in the Rocket City, but are extremely excited for him to get this opportunity.”
Schatzley, who became the second manager in Trash Pandas history on February 25, 2022, consistently proved himself as one of the Angels’ top developmental leaders. During his time in North Alabama, he compiled 245 wins with Rocket City, part of his 288 overall victories across five managerial seasons in the Angels’ organization.
This promotion is a historic milestone, making Schatzley the first on-field coach in Trash Pandas history to reach the Major Leagues.
A respected leader, Schatzley was recognized as the 2021 Preston Gómez Award winner (Angels’ Minor League Manager of the Year) and earned Southern League Manager of the Year honors in 2022 after guiding Rocket City to both half-season division titles and the league’s best overall record.
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