All articles tagged with #baseball management
The Minnesota Twins have hired Derek Shelton as their new manager following Rocco Baldelli's dismissal after a 70-92 season. Shelton, previously managing the Pittsburgh Pirates, returns to the Twins with familiar faces around him, but his appointment is seen as uninspiring and possibly a temporary fix, with questions about his impact and the team's overall management structure.
The San Francisco Giants have fired manager Bob Melvin after an 81-81 season marked by streaks and unmet expectations, despite Melvin's successful career and previous achievements, as the team seeks new leadership to improve future performance.
The article evaluates John Mozeliak's tenure as Cardinals GM, highlighting notable successes like the 2011 World Series win and key trades for players like Goldschmidt and Arenado, alongside significant failures including poor free agent signings, trade mishaps, and a declining farm system, raising questions about his legacy amid recent disappointing seasons.
The Colorado Rockies are on track for their worst season in history, prompting speculation about a major front office shakeup, including the potential dismissal or reassignment of GM Bill Schmidt, amid calls for organizational overhaul and strategic changes to improve their performance at Coors Field.
Angels manager Ron Washington is out indefinitely due to an undisclosed health issue, with interim bench coach Ray Montgomery stepping in. Washington, 73, has been a key figure for the team, which is focused on his recovery before he returns to managing. The team emphasizes health and safety while maintaining a positive outlook on their season progress.
Craig Breslow, the Chief Baseball Officer of the Boston Red Sox, is preparing for his second year overseeing the team's efforts at the MLB Winter Meetings. Last year, Breslow faced payroll constraints that limited significant offseason moves, resulting in only a few trades and two major league free agent signings. This year, he aims to navigate the offseason with potentially more flexibility to enhance the team's roster.