Terry Francona Nearly Put Indians On Top
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In his fourth year with the team, Terry Francona guided the Indians into the Fall Classic and nearly into the winner’s circle.
Part of what helped push the Indians over the edge this year was Francona’s willingness to buck tradition. When the team acquired Andrew Miller from the Yankees at midseason, it would have been easy to plug him into the ninth and keep him there. In the postseason, however, Francona freestyled.
He used the nearly unhittable Miller whenever the situation dictated, and the results were nearly perfect. With a few key moves, Francona nearly put his team on top.
Major League Manager Of The Year |
1998 Larry Dierker, Astros |
1999 Jimy Williams, Red Sox |
2000 Dusty Baker, Giants |
2001 Lou Piniella, Mariners |
2002 Mike Scioscia, Angels |
2003 Jack McKeon, Marlins |
2004 Bobby Cox, Braves |
2005 Ozzie Guillen, White Sox |
2006 Jim Leyland, Tigers |
2007 Terry Francona, Red Sox |
2008 Ron Gardenhire, Twins |
2009 Mike Scioscia, Angels |
2010 Bobby Cox, Braves |
2011 Joe Maddon, Rays |
2012 Buck Showalter, Orioles |
2013 Clint Hurdle, Pirates |
2014 Buck Showalter, Orioles |
2015 Joe Maddon, Cubs |
2016 Terry Francona, Indians |
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