Marlins celebrate World Series title and vow stability
Miami crowds cheer owner Jeffrey Loria’s pledge not to dismantle the team after a celebratory parade through Little Havana and Fort Lauderdale. Manager Jack McKeon signs a one year extension as fans, officials, and players revel in a 2-0 World Series win over the Yankees, with talks of a new stadium continuing.
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McKeon to Return to Manage Marlins
Miami, AP Jeffery Loria announced during the World Series celebration that Jack McKeon will return to manage the Florida Marlins next season. The 72 year old agreed to a one year extension after steering the team from last to World Series champions with a strong late season run and a modest payroll.
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Duquette named Mets general manager
New York AP Jim Duquette is installed as Mets general manager and vows to build a staff of experienced evaluators. Owner Fred Wilpon criticizes two dismal seasons and aims for a turnaround by bolstering pitching defense and youth amid a costly payroll and past busts.
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Herzog eyes Red Sox opening after Little fired
St Louis based former manager Whitey Herzog, 71, expressed interest in Boston after Grady Little was dismissed. Herzog, who last managed in 1990 with the Cardinals, notes Jack McKeon’s recent success and says he would listen if contacted, while recalling his prior St. Louis World Series title run and past Boston ties.
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Royals relief pitcher Leskanic eyes another season with club
Kansas City reliever Curtis Leskanic, 35, who joined the Royals in July from Milwaukee in a trade, says he hopes to stay beyond this year. He pitched to a 1.73 ERA in 27 games, noting his velocity increased from 91 to about 96 mph as his arm recovered from surgery. He awaits his agent’s word on a contract proposal.
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