same as it ever was. A stupid line in the sand for the Nats. I suppose it's hard to commit to a coach for a longer term than the manager (who I think is only locked up for one year), but it'd have been nice if Long had become the next Knorr or Henley where there'd always be a job for him regardless of who is managing. there's always a spot in player development as a roving hitting instructor or a more glorified title for working with the minor leaguers if a new manager doesn't want him around.
Martinez's contract runs through the end of the 2023 season. I wouldn't be surprised if he hangs it up after then, this job seems to be taking a toll on him physically.
