November 5 in Arizona Diamondbacks History: Bob Melvin was named manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Melvin served as bench coach during the 2001 (2004)

Bob Melvin was named manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Melvin served as bench coach during the 2001 campaign under Bob Brenly. Melvin's first hire is former Diamondback Jay Bell who will act as his bench coach.

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