Don Baylor:
The Rangers will look for another ex-manager with experience to be the bench coach. Former Rangers manager Jerry Narron, who worked as a consultant for the organization this year, is one possibility. Former Rockies and Cubs manager Don Baylor, who has close ties to Ryan, is another, as well as Jackie Moore. He managed for Ryan in Round Rock.
Rangers Shake Up Coaching Staff
Joe Torre(Dodgers):
Don't judge a manager by the words of his superstar players. Judge him by the words of those who do the superstars' laundry.
Man Of The People: Torre Revered
Fernando Tatis(Mets):
And he noted how susceptible the Mets became to left-handed pitching once Fernando Tatis went down.
Rebuilding Of Mets Officially Begins
Dmitri Young(Nationals):
MLB.com: Let's talk about the offense. Why was it so bad?
Acta: A lot of it had to do with the guys getting hurt. So much was expected out of the young guys when the experience guys like Dmitri Young, Nick Johnson and Austin Kearns went out. I think it was a little too much that the younger guys had to carry all that weight. There were a lot of guys that were supposed to settle in the seventh hole or eighth hole and just play. They were pressured into tough spots. They couldn't handle it on an everyday basis.
Q&A With MGR Manny Acta
Edgar Gonzalez(Padres):
Rookies Headley, Hundley and 30-year-old Edgar Gonzalez had nice debuts and made the team more appeasing to watch late in the season.
Shortcomings A Teamwide Concern
Jaime Moyer(Phillies):
The Phillies have lined up their rotation for the first three games of the National League Division Series, which begins Wednesday at Citizens Bank Park.
Phils Set Rotation For First Three Games
Jack Wilson(Pirates):
Is trading Jack Wilson in the plans during this offseason? -- Curt C., Pittsburgh
We are planning on Jack Wilson being the shortstop for the Pittsburgh Pirates next season, and perhaps beyond. That said, we will explore all potential avenues to make this organization stronger. And, as a result, no player is untouchable. As we have stated from our first days, to be successful we need to make logical, rational and sometimes difficult decisions for the benefit of the Pirates organization.
Q&A With Neal Huntington
Troy Percival(Rays):
The Rays are also mulling over the decision on closer Troy Percival, and according to Friedman, have not had a full-out conversation involving the veteran pitcher.
Rays Closing In On Playoff Roster
J.D. Drew(RedSox):
Monday was an optional workout day for the Red Sox, one that included batting practice but no fielding due to a beat up Fenway Park infield that weathered several days of rain over the weekend.
Lowell, Drew Take Positiv Steps
Walt Jocketty(Reds):
"That's a big part of winning," general manager Walt Jocketty said of the fundamentals. "I know Dusty and his staff will work hard to improve our defense, our hitting in clutch situations and all the things that make you a better team. We've made progress, but there is room for improvement."
New Era Emerges In Learning Year
Mark Grudzielanek(Royals):
An injury to second baseman Mark Grudzielanek cost the Royals dearly on offense and defense over the last two months.
Improvements Evident In Kansas City
Edgar Renteria(Tigers):
The aftermath of the Tigers' disappointing season began before the season even ended. Pitching coach Chuck Hernandez and bullpen coach Jeff Jones were dismissed on Sunday, and the team told shortstop Edgar Renteria that his contract option would not be picked up, making him a free agent this winter.
Dombrowski Addresses Offseason
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