 In his playing career, he compiled a .238 batting average, 17 home runs and 113 RBIs.From to , Roenicke served on the coaching staff of the Dodgers' major league team.He began his managerial career in 1994 with the rookie-level Great Falls Dodgers, and was named California League Manager of the year as he led the single-A San Bernardino Spirit to a league title in 1995.