John Koronka

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13 innings. He was released on June 2.

Lancaster Barnstormers

On July 26, 2010, Koronka signed a contract with the Lancaster Barnstormers of the Independent Atlantic League. He was released on August 3, 2010. He was re-signed on March 8, 2011. [2]

Post-playing career

Koronka worked for the Chicago Cubs as a regional scout in charge of Florida from 2011–2020. [3]

In March 2021, Koronka was hired as an assistant coach for the Embry–Riddle Eagles baseball program. [3]

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References

  1. Alden Gonzalez (2009-01-13). "Marlins sign eight to Minors deals". MLB.com. Retrieved 2009-01-13.
  2. Transactions Archived 2010-11-24 at the Wayback Machine
  3. 1 2 Mosher, Ryan (March 15, 2021). "Former Big Leaguer Koronka Joins Coaching Staff". Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University Athletics . Retrieved 2 August 2022.
John Koronka
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Koronka with the Orix Buffaloes in 2008
Embry–Riddle Eagles
Starting pitcher / Coach
Born: (1980-07-03) July 3, 1980 (age 42)
Clearwater, Florida
Batted: Left
Threw: Left
Professional debut
MLB: June 1, 2005, for the Chicago Cubs
NPB: July 27, 2008, for the Orix Buffaloes
Last appearance
NPB: August 19, 2008, for the Orix Buffaloes
MLB: May 17, 2009, for the Florida Marlins