The Washington Nationals have hired former All-Star Devon White as roving minor-league outfielder coordinator.

White, who hit .263 in 17 seasons with the Angels, Blue Jays, Marlins, Diamondbacks, Dodgers and Brewers, was perhaps best known for his sterling defensive work as one of baseball’s best center fielders in the 1980s and ’90s. (He won seven Gold Glove awards, a total surpassed by only 11 other outfielders.)

The 44-year-old, who has been out of the sport since retiring in 2001, will travel around to all of the Nationals' minor-league affiliates working with outfielders on defensive fundamentals.

White replaces Jose Cardenal, who will not return after three years with the organization.