Astros Director of Hitting Dan Hennigan Departs for Wake Forest
Astros director of hitting Dan Hennigan is leaving his position to take a new job at Wake Forest.
Houston, TX, August 2, 2026 —
Dan Hennigan, the Houston Astros’ director of hitting, is departing the Major League Baseball organization to accept a new position at Wake Forest University.
Hennigan’s move signifies a transition in his professional career, shifting from a role within professional baseball to an academic and athletic environment at the collegiate level.
The specific title or full scope of Hennigan’s responsibilities at Wake Forest were not immediately provided. Similarly, details regarding the timeline of his departure from the Astros and the commencement of his new role were not disclosed.
The Astros organization has not yet announced a replacement for Hennigan or outlined the process for filling the director of hitting position.
Hennigan’s tenure with the Astros involved overseeing the team’s hitting development and strategies. His departure marks the end of his time with the Houston-based club.
Wake Forest University, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, competes in NCAA Division I athletics, including its baseball program. The addition of Hennigan is expected to contribute to the university’s athletic department.
Further information regarding the specifics of Hennigan’s new role and any forthcoming announcements from the Astros are anticipated.
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