History of Troy Snitker in Timeline

Troy Snitker is an American professional baseball coach. He most recently served as the hitting coach for the Houston Astros in Major League Baseball (MLB). His primary role involved working with players to improve their hitting techniques and overall offensive performance.

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December 5, 1988: Troy Snitker's Birth

On December 5, 1988, Troy Michael Snitker was born. He is now a professional baseball coach.

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2011: Drafted by Atlanta Braves

In 2011, the Atlanta Braves selected Troy Snitker in the 19th round of the MLB draft, marking the beginning of his professional baseball career.

2013: Trade to Pittsburgh Pirates and time with Southern Maryland Blue Crabs

In 2013, Troy Snitker was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates and also played for the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.

2014: Retirement from playing baseball

In 2014, Troy Snitker retired from playing baseball due to a concussion.

2018: Hitting Coach for Corpus Christi Hooks

In 2018, Troy Snitker served as the hitting coach for the Corpus Christi Hooks in the Houston Astros organization.

2021: World Series Family Affair

In 2021, The Houston Astros, where Troy Snitker was the hitting coach, faced the Atlanta Braves in the World Series, where his father Brian Snitker was the manager. They presented batting lineup cards before Game Three, marking a unique family moment.

2022: Astros win the World Series

In 2022, the Houston Astros, with Troy Snitker as a hitting coach, won 106 games and defeated the Philadelphia Phillies in six games to win the World Series.