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Fox Sports
13-07-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
San Francisco Giants All-Stars: Building the Best Giants All-Time Lineup
Gwynn. Winfield. Hoffman. And maybe even that swinging friar? These stars always made fans yell out 'Oh My!' in America's Finest City. It's not just those icons. San Diego has seen plenty of Padres create moments that you can hang a star on. Manager: Bruce Bochy Bruce Bochy is one of just two Padres' managers to ever win the NL Manager of the Year award, and he wasn't even honored with it in the season that he brought San Diego to the World Series. Bochy spent 12 seasons with the Padres, and is far and away the leader in games managed with 1,926 — only Bud Black, who replaced Bochy in 2007, is also over 1,000 games. Bochy was under .500 with San Diego, but everything in between the '98 World Series and return to the postseason in 2005 is more on the front office. Starting pitcher: Jake Peavy Jake Peavy is the lone choice to be the Padres' all-time starter, not due to a lack of alternatives, but because no one else was as dominant in their uniform for as long. Peavy pitched in San Diego for eight seasons that, due to a midseason call-up and midseason trade, were more like seven, but amassed 1,342 innings with a 3.29 ERA in that time. From 2004 through 2008, Peavy posted a 2.95 ERA, twice leading MLB in ERA — as well as the NL and then MLB in strikeouts — while also winning the 2007 NL Cy Young. Reliever/closer: Trevor Hoffman Trevor Hoffman is one of the few relievers in the Hall of Fame, and one of three Padres wearing their cap in Cooperstown. The Reds drafted him in 1989 as a shortstop, then the Marlins snagged him in the 1992 expansion draft after he'd converted to pitching— less than a year later, Hoffman had been shipped to San Diego for Gary Sheffield. Over 16 years with the Padres, he produced a 2.76 ERA and recorded 552 saves while striking out 9.7 batters per nine, all best among Padres pitchers. His 601 career saves are second-most in MLB history. Catcher: Benito Santiago Benito Santiago won the 1987 NL Rookie of the Year after batting .300/.324/.467 with 18 home runs in 146 games. He never got much better than that in his career, but when you start out like that, you don't necessarily have to. Santiago would win four Silver Sluggers in his seven years in San Diego, as well as three Gold Gloves, while being named to four All-Star teams. The glove more than made up for the holes in his offensive game, and never more in his career than in San Diego, where he was his most well-rounded. 1B: Adrian Gonzalez The Padres acquired Adrian Gonzalez in a lopsided 2006 trade with the Rangers. In five years with San Diego in the severely depressed offensive environment of Petco Park, Gonzalez tantalized with what his numbers could have looked like in a stadium that wasn't actively holding him back. As is, he still managed to hit .288/.374/.514 with 161 home runs, good for a 141 OPS+, and he played Gold Glove defense while doing it. Freed from Petco by Boston in 2011, Gonzalez would lead the majors with 213 hits, and finished his career with 317 homers. 2B: Jake Cronenworth Mark Loretta put up a .314/.377/.438 line with the Padres, but that was over just three years' time: Jake Cronenworth has hit .247/.332/.411 in a much tougher offensive environment than Loretta did, and is in his sixth year of doing it. Outside of a disappointing 2023, Cronenworth's numbers actually lineup with Loretta's, and he has been a valuable member of the Padres' lineup since he debuted following a trade with the Rays, hitting well above-average at second base and just in general, while bouncing around defensively as needed between second, first base and shortstop. 3B: Manny Machado It might be hard to believe, but Manny Machado has actually spent as much time with the Padres as he did with the Orioles — and he's under contract with San Diego through 2033. While Petco Park holds his numbers back a bit, Machado has still batted .276/.342/.489 over six-plus seasons, with more than half of his 347 career home runs coming in a Padres' uniform. Machado, who just turned 33, has an outside shot at joining the exceptionally elite 3,000 hits and 500 homers club, and even without reaching that level, Cooperstown isn't out of the question. SS: Gary Templeton You wouldn't know it from the lack of Gold Gloves, but Gary Templeton was one of the finest defensive shortstops of his era. He just happened to share that era with Ozzie Smith. Templeton was tied to Smith in other ways: the two were traded for each other before the 1982 season, giving both teams their shortstop for the rest of the decade. Plus, Templeton ranks first all-time on the Padres for defensive WAR… directly ahead of Smith. While Templeton hit just .258/.312/.320 in '84, NL shortstops batted .242/.296/.315, and, save Smith, didn't have his glove. OF: Tony Gwynn When the Padres made the World Series in 1984, the 24-year-old Tony Gwynn led MLB in hits (213) and batting average (.351) while posting a 141 OPS+. In 1998, when the Padres made the World Series for the second time, the 38-year-old Gwynn hit .321/.364/.501, good for a 133 OPS+. How did so little change in so long a time? That was just Gwynn. In 20 years, all in San Diego, the Hall of Famer hit a combined .338/.388/.459 with eight batting titles, collecting 3,141 hits, 319 steals and 763 extra-base hits — all franchise bests. OF: Dave Winfield Dave Winfield played with the Yankees for longer, but he was better where his career started, so it's not a surprise that he chose a Padres' cap when he was bronzed for Cooperstown. In one fewer season, Winfield amassed another five WAR with San Diego, hitting .284/.357/.464 for a 134 OPS+ — the same he managed in New York in a better stadium for hitters. Despite leaving as a free agent, Winfield ranks third among Padres in hits (1,134), fifth in doubles (179) and homers (154), second in total bases (1,853) extra-base hits (372) and RBIs (626). OF: Fernando Tatis Jr. Fernando Tatis Jr. has played six seasons in MLB, and in that time has made multiple All-Star teams, won a Gold Glove and was awarded a pair of Silver Sluggers. He led the NL in homers with 42 in 2021 as a 22-year-old, and now, in his age-26 season, ranks sixth in the organization in long balls with 142, and fourth in WAR among position players with an even 25. He's second in franchise history in slugging percentage (.520), and has already cracked the top-10 for steals. He's under contract through 2024: there are plenty of chances to climb higher. DH: Ken Caminiti While Ken Caminiti spent the bulk of his 15-year career with the Astros, his impact with the Padres was enormous. Caminiti hit .252/.353/.509 with 29 homers and 58 extra-base hits in '98, helping San Diego to the World Series, and across four years on the roster batted .295/.384/.540 with 121 of his 239 career homers (including another five playoff dingers for the Padres), and more than half of his career wins above replacement. He's first in franchise history in both slugging and OPS, fourth in on-base, and 10th in home runs despite the relatively short stint. Honorable Mentions: Dick Williams (manager) Andy Ashby (starting pitcher) Kevin Brown (starting pitcher) Randy Jones (starting pitcher) Heath Bell (reliever/closer) Roberto Alomar (2B) Mark Loretta (2B) Bip Roberts (2B) Phil Nevin (3B) Khalil Greene (SS) Ozzie Smith (SS) Steve Finley (OF) Brian Giles (OF) Gene Richards (OF) Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? 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Time of India
08-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Texas Rangers could be eyeing a managerial change this winter- Report
Image Source: Getty Recent reports suggest that the Texas Rangers are exploring the possibility of moving on from a manager after the 2025 season. Nothing is official on that front, but inside the walls of Arlington, this way of messaging all but signals that they're preparing to do life after Bruce Bochy, the Hall‑of‑Fame–bound skipper whose contract runs through this season. USA Today scribe Bob Nightengale wrote that Bochy 'is expected to call it a Hall of Fame career after the season, but also is remaining open-minded.' Eplsports365 also attributed to Bochy as "nearing the end of his contract, a usual mayor mentions possible retirement" . Collectively, those signals suggest that both sides might now be prepared for a change in the dugout. Texas Rangers reportedly planning for succession behind the scenes The Rangers are proactively developing a long-term succession plan behind the bench, well before the 2025 campaign concludes. The front office hired former Marlins manager Skip Schumaker as a senior adviser to the president of baseball operations, Chris Young, in a dip earlier this year, a move viewed by many as laying the groundwork for a successor. Schumaker won the 2023 NL Manager of the Year award and is considered one of the bright young managers in baseball, and someone many might consider the natural successor if Bochy walks away. Although the speculation surrounding potential trade candidates swirls, general manager Chris Young has publicly expressed appreciation and willingness to embrace either scenario. Buster Olney wrote, for ESPN, that the Rangers would "welcome Bochy back with open arms" if Bochy wanted to continue beyond 2025; at the same time, they would also not be surprised if Bochy decided to retire. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like In Rajasthan, Everyone's Switching to This New Mosquito Fix Mosquito Eliminator Read More Undo What's next for Bruce Bochy and the Texas Rangers? Neither of those two does, which means Bruce Bochy's next step involves navigating his way through this year's version of the damnable postseason. Bochy has three World Series championship rings. He was the manager who led the Giants to three World Series championship rings. The 2023 season marked the first title ever for Texas. He will turn 70 next April. He enters this season still motivated (the Rangers finished 78–84) but also weathered by two hard-fought and ultimately fruitless seasons. One in which the Hall of Fame is a likely destination for Bochy, but one in which there are more questions than answers as to whether Bochy has one more run in him, or whether the pendulum of two long seasons has worn him down enough to bring it all to a halt. Also Read: Bruce Bochy makes MLB history with 2,195th win as Texas Rangers beat Houston Astros The looming offseason, though, is about more than just simply choosing to keep or shed contracts for Texas fans. Which represents a choice between keeping a beloved manager around longer or moving on to the new phase with Schumaker or some other rising name. Regardless of what path Bochy chooses, the Rangers seem ready, focused on both keeping their championship DNA and looking ahead.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Who will replace the three fired MLB coaches as Pirates, Rockies and Orioles race for replacements
Who will replace the three fired MLB coaches as Pirates, Rockies and Orioles race for replacements (Image Source: Getty Images) The 2025 MLB season has just begun, but already three teams have dismissed their managers with poor starts. The Pirates, Rockies, and Orioles have all brought in new coaches, hoping to change the tide before the season gets away from them. Each team may replace its interim manager by the offseason, with a long-term leader. Following are five solid candidates who might be brought in to lead these struggling teams to a brighter future. Skip Schumaker adds youth and playoff know-how Skip Schumaker guided the Miami Marlins to a rare winning season and earned NL Manager of the Year honors. Even with an otherwise difficult second season, Schumaker's inaugural season demonstrated that he can manage a young team. Being a veteran player who has seen time in a World Series and is well-liked for meshing with young players, he would be a great pickup for teams like the Orioles or Pirates, both of whom have lively young talent. Known for his upbeat demeanor and leadership abilities, Schumaker has quickly become a favorite of the next wave of managers. David Ross coached the Cubs for three seasons, taking them through a rebuild and a winning season – in 2023. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo As a bonus, Ross has two World Series rings as a player which gives him immediate credibility in the clubhouse. He also played briefly as a member of the Pirates in 2005, so it may be more interesting to go back to Pittsburgh if the team wants someone who knows the fans and city. George Lombard and Craig Albernaz are on rise George Lombard, the Tigers' current bench coach, is making waves throughout MLB. Although he has not yet managed, he has assisted Detroit in becoming a top team and is admired for his ability to coach outfielders and base running. At age 49, he provides youthful vigor and contemporary style that the Orioles or Rockies may require. Craig Albernaz is another elite young name. He serves as the bench coach for the Guardians at present and has meshed well with Cleveland pitching staff. At only 41, Albernaz has already made many impressions with his leadership and game planning abilities. He would be a great asset in repairing weak pitching units, particularly in Baltimore or Colorado. Brad Ausmus is the most veteran of the group of five. He managed the Tigers and Angels and is now serving as the Yankees' bench coach. Ausmus also had a long MLB playing career as a catcher, known for his smart play and leadership. Though some believe he may be aiming for a front-office job, his experience managing young teams makes him a good option. He's particularly well-positioned for a club that requires someone with a powerful voice and experience in both players and front-office tasks. Also Read: "He's Gonna Be Something Special": Aaron Judge Reacts To George Lombard Jr.'S Impressive Performance During Spring Training Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
San Francisco Chronicle
03-05-2025
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Brewers' Murphy and Cubs' Counsell say they've remained friends even while managing division rivals
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee's Pat Murphy and the Chicago Cubs' Craig Counsell have a friendship that goes back well over three decades. That wasn't going to end now that they're managing NL Central rivals. 'I'm sure all of you have great friends in the world, people that you've been associated with for many, many years in different way,' Murphy said Friday before his Brewers met Counsell's Cubs for the first time this season. 'Maybe the relationship changed a little bit. Maybe you used to live in the same town. Maybe now you don't. But your really, really true friends, you don't have to call them on the phone every night and say, 'What happened last night? What did he say? Or what did he say?' 'Craig and I will be close forever. I respect him. I love him. I love his family.' Counsell and Murphy had worked together in some capacity for much of the last 35 years or so before Counsell left his job as Milwaukee's manager to become the Cubs' skipper after the 2023 season. Murphy, a key part of Counsell's staff in Milwaukee, was promoted to Brewers' manager. Their relationship started long before either reached the big leagues. Counsell played college baseball on Notre Dame teams coached by Murphy from 1989-92. When Counsell was hired as the Brewers' manager after the 2015 season, he made Murphy his bench coach. They saw each other just about every day for most of the next eight seasons. Now that they're working for different teams, they naturally don't talk as often. Nor can they confide in each other the way they could while working on the same staff. 'It's changed in that we're competitors instead of teammates, so I think during competitive times, (the relationship is) different,' Counsell said. 'It's stayed the same in kind of when we're off game time, we're friends.' That friendship continues even as they work for rivals. 'I know people would love to have us get in a fight and have a back-and-forth between the Cubs and us – fights and all that kind of (stuff),' Murphy said. 'Maybe that will happen, but we'll still always be friends. He's done a lot for my life, and I'm very grateful for the friendship.' Counsell's decision to leave the Brewers enabled Murphy to get his first MLB manager opportunity since 2015, when he led San Diego on an interim basis. Murphy responded by leading the Brewers to a second straight NL Central title and becoming the Milwaukee's first NL Manager of the Year. 'I'm happy for his success,' Counsell said. 'That's first and foremost. You're happy your good friend has tremendous success. We're obviously competitors. His wins don't always bode good for me or for us. You're still happy for his success.' ___
Hamilton Spectator
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Brewers' Murphy and Cubs' Counsell say they've remained friends even while managing division rivals
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee's Pat Murphy and the Chicago Cubs' Craig Counsell have a friendship that goes back well over three decades. That wasn't going to end now that they're managing NL Central rivals. 'I'm sure all of you have great friends in the world, people that you've been associated with for many, many years in different way,' Murphy said Friday before his Brewers met Counsell's Cubs for the first time this season. 'Maybe the relationship changed a little bit. Maybe you used to live in the same town. Maybe now you don't. But your really, really true friends, you don't have to call them on the phone every night and say, 'What happened last night? What did he say? Or what did he say?' 'Craig and I will be close forever. I respect him. I love him. I love his family.' Counsell and Murphy had worked together in some capacity for much of the last 35 years or so before Counsell left his job as Milwaukee's manager to become the Cubs' skipper after the 2023 season. Murphy, a key part of Counsell's staff in Milwaukee, was promoted to Brewers' manager. Their relationship started long before either reached the big leagues. Counsell played college baseball on Notre Dame teams coached by Murphy from 1989-92. When Counsell was hired as the Brewers' manager after the 2015 season, he made Murphy his bench coach. They saw each other just about every day for most of the next eight seasons. Now that they're working for different teams, they naturally don't talk as often. Nor can they confide in each other the way they could while working on the same staff. 'It's changed in that we're competitors instead of teammates, so I think during competitive times, (the relationship is) different,' Counsell said. 'It's stayed the same in kind of when we're off game time, we're friends.' That friendship continues even as they work for rivals. 'I know people would love to have us get in a fight and have a back-and-forth between the Cubs and us – fights and all that kind of (stuff),' Murphy said. 'Maybe that will happen, but we'll still always be friends. He's done a lot for my life, and I'm very grateful for the friendship.' Counsell's decision to leave the Brewers enabled Murphy to get his first MLB manager opportunity since 2015, when he led San Diego on an interim basis. Murphy responded by leading the Brewers to a second straight NL Central title and becoming the Milwaukee's first NL Manager of the Year . 'I'm happy for his success,' Counsell said. 'That's first and foremost. You're happy your good friend has tremendous success. We're obviously competitors. His wins don't always bode good for me or for us. You're still happy for his success.' So far this season, Counsell's had more success. His Cubs entered leading the NL Central, with Murphy's Brewers in third place. ___ AP MLB:
