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“Good riddance” – Dodgers fans react to team parting ways with hitting coach Aaron Bates after 12 seasons

After working together for 12 seasons, the LA Dodgers have decided to part ways with hitting coach Aaron Bates. The Athletic's Katie Woo informed fans of the development via X on Friday.

By Raghav Mehta · Sportskeeda

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 5:20 AM

Key Things to Know

The Los Angeles Dodgers have parted ways with hitting coach Aaron Bates after 12 seasons.
Bates and the Dodgers were unable to reach an agreement on a new contract.
Bates expressed surprise at the decision to the Los Angeles Times but thanked the organization.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers have parted ways with hitting coach Aaron Bates after 12 seasons with the organization. According to a report by The Athletic's Katie Woo, the two sides were unable to reach an agreement on a new contract. Supporters on social media largely expressed relief at the move, with several fans welcoming a potential change in offensive leadership.

Following the decision, Bates told the Los Angeles Times that he was taken aback by the departure but praised the Dodgers organization. Bates is reportedly weighing his future options and speaking with other Major League Baseball teams.

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