Mavericks new assistant coach David Dell. (Image Credit: Medicine Hat Mavericks)

By Jesse Gill

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Medicine Hat Mavericks announce Dell as assistant coach, pair of players set to return

Jan 12, 2026 | 8:12 AM

The Medicine Hat Mavericks announced late last week that former player David Dell will be an assistant coach with the team for the 2026 season.

Dell played as an outfielder for the Mavs in 2022.

He gained coaching experience as a graduate assistant coach at Missouri Valley with the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Mavs Owner and General Manager Greg Morrison said in a statement that he was excited when Dell applied for the position.

“Any time a former player wants to return as a coach, it speaks highly of their experience in Medicine Hat,” Morrison said.

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“David was a heart-of-the-order hitter for us in 2022. His consistent play and bat demonstrated a player, and now a coach, who understands that the little things matter,” he added.

“He was a gritty player who will put the work in to help our players enjoy themselves while improving this summer.”

Dell stated that Medicine Hat played a key role in his development as a player.

“I’m proud to return as a coach focused on developing our players while striving to bring another championship back to the loyal fans in Med Hat,” Dell said.

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Mavericks infielder Carter Roth during the 2025 season opener. (Image Credit: File Photo/CHAT News)

On Monday morning, the Mavericks announced that All-Star infielder Carter Roth will return to the team for a second season.

Roth led the Mavs in batting average, hitting .380 and RBIs with 54 in 2025.

He earned Western Canadian Baseball League First Team All-Star honours and a trip to the All-Star Game.

Roth was the Mavs’ top Canadian player in 2025.

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Mavericks infielder Evan Morrison rounds the bases in the 2025 home opener after hitting a home run. (Image Credit: File Photo/CHAT News)

Early last week, the Mavs announced that hometown slugger Evan Morrison will return for his third season with the team.

The first baseman and right fielder his nine home runs with 29 RBIs last season.