MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (January 9, 2019) – In conjunction with the Chicago Cubs, the Myrtle Beach Pelicans have announced their on-field staff for the 2019 season. New to Myrtle Beach this season,Jimmy Gonzalez will take the helm for the Pelicans following four seasons managing the Single-A South Bend Cubs. The 2016 Midwest League Manager of the Year with South Bend, Gonzalez was Rookie League Mesa’s manager in 2014 following a season as the club’s hitting coach. The Pelicans’ staff will also welcome Brian Lawrence (pitching coach), Ricardo Medina (hitting coach), and Osmin Melendez (hitting coach) to the Grand Strand. Returning staff includes the team’s athletic trainerLogan Severson and strength coach Keegan Knoll.
