Padres dismiss pitching coach Larry Rothschild

SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres have relieved pitching coach Larry Rothschild of his duties, Manager Jayce Tingler announced today. Ben Fritz will serve as interim pitching coach for the remainder of the 2021 season.

“Larry has been a tremendous asset for our organization over the last two seasons, and we appreciate the experience, hard work and dedication that he brought to the position,” Tingler said. “We wish him nothing but the best in the future.”