MLB · Pitching · published 2026-10-13T00:00:00+00:00 · via Yahoo Sports NFL

Longtime MLB pitching coach Guy Conti dies at 84

Guy Conti, a coach who worked with the Dodgers, Mets, and Pirates, has died at 84 after a long illness. He was affectionately called "White Daddy" by Hall of Famer Pedro Martinez.

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Guy Conti spent his baseball life as a pitching coach, a role focused on helping pitchers prepare, adjust, and compete at the major league level. His work took him to the Dodgers, Mets, and Pirates, giving him ties to multiple franchises and players. He died at 84 after a long illness. Hall of Famer Pedro Martinez affectionately called him "White Daddy," a detail that hints at the personal bond he formed within the game.

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The loss may be felt most within baseball’s close circles: former pitchers, coaching peers, and fans of the Dodgers, Mets, and Pirates could reflect on his long career. It may also draw attention to pitching coaches, whose work often shapes player development and game planning without public spotlight. For those who followed Pedro Martinez, the “White Daddy” nickname could make the news feel especially personal.

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