Jeff Fletcher talks to A.J. Hinch about learning on the job. Dan Haren is one player who’s seen a change:

“At first I was a little stubborn about the whole thing,” right-hander Dan Haren said. “I didn’t want to give [Hinch] a chance. After a day or two, I kind of came to it with more of an open mind. I have a pretty good relationship with him now.”

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Haren said he’s noticed a change already in Hinch.

“I’ve seen him develop just in the few weeks he’s been here,” he said. “I’ve been impressed.”

The offense needed to be turned around. The Diamondbacks scored 3.6 runs per game under Melvin this season, 5.1 under Hinch. So far, that’s a big positive in A.J.’s favor.