Lou Piniella
New-look Cubs fire manager Quade
Nov 02, 2011 15:35 EDT
(Reuters) - Mike Quade was sacked as manager of the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday, the club's new president of baseball operations Theo Epstein saying that a fresh approach was needed going forward.
Sentiment for expanded playoffs, but no plan yet
Dec 07, 2010 19:28 EST
Sentiment for expanded playoffs, but no plan from special committee as of yet. Commissioner Bud Selig's special committee for on-field matters discussed both expanded playoffs and increased use of video review by umpires without making any recommendations.
Winter meetings open with big deal _ Werth to Nats
Dec 05, 2010 18:17 EST
Winter meetings open with a big deal: Werth agrees to $126M, 7-year contract with Nationals. Free agent outfielder Jayson Werth and the Washington Nationals reached a megadeal Sunday, a startling move that seemed to catch most everyone by surprise at baseball's winter meetings.
Terry Collins introduced as Mets' manager
Nov 23, 2010 19:03 EST
Hard-driving Terry Collins pledges to make Mets the 'last team standing' in October. Terry Collins stood at the podium, explaining in rapid-fire patter how the New York Mets can win it all next year. It was as if he were a carnival barker trying to convince a skeptical crowd that what it was about to see was indeed real. His energy and enthusiasm were clear.
Phillies hire Ryne Sandberg to manage Triple-A
Nov 15, 2010 17:12 EST
Phillies hire Ryne Sandberg to manage Triple-A team. Ryne Sandberg is back with the organization that once gave him away and painfully watched him become a Hall of Fame player in a different uniform.
Steinbrenner & Shannon honored posthumously
Nov 09, 2010 15:48 EST
Steinbrenner and Shannon honored posthumously by New York chapter of BBWAA. George Steinbrenner and baseball historian and official scorer Bill Shannon have been voted posthumous awards by the New York chapter of the Baseball Writers' Association of America.
Girardi finalizes 3-year deal to stay in New York
Oct 29, 2010 18:48 EDT
Manager Joe Girardi, Yankees finalize $9 million, 3-year deal. Joe Girardi understands that by signing on for three more years with the New York Yankees he'll have the delicate task of guiding an aging Core Four through the final stages of their careers.
Cubs pull interim tag, make Quade their manager
Oct 19, 2010 18:10 EDT
Cubs take off interim tag, make Mike Quade their new manager and give him 2-year contract.. Mike Quade had just been fishing in Florida when he found out he caught the big one. That, of course, was the Cubs' managing job.
Cubs hire Quade as manager for next two seasons
Oct 19, 2010 12:55 EDT
CHICAGO (Reuters) - The Chicago Cubs have decided to stay with interim manager Mike Quade, hiring him to guide the team for the next two seasons, the Cubs said Tuesday.
Rebuilding Mariners name Wedge as manager
Oct 18, 2010 16:26 EDT
"Eric brings the energy, passion and leadership that we think is important as we move forward and he has a track record of winning at the major league and minor league levels," Seattle general manager Jack Zduriencik said in a statement.
A capsule look at Reds-Phillies playoff series
Oct 05, 2010 20:28 EDT
A capsule look at the Reds-Phillies playoff series. A look at the best-of-five National League division series between the Cincinnati Reds and Philadelphia Phillies:
A capsule look at Reds-Phillies playoff series
Oct 04, 2010 18:39 EDT
A capsule look at the Reds-Phillies playoff series. A look at the best-of-five National League division series between the Cincinnati Reds and Philadelphia Phillies:
Mets fire manager Manuel, GM Minaya in shake-up
Oct 04, 2010 15:11 EDT
Mets fire manager Jerry Manuel and general manager Omar Minaya. The New York Mets fired manager Jerry Manuel and general manager Omar Minaya on Monday, an expected shake-up of the big-spending ballclub after its second straight losing season. The Mets said a search is under way for a new GM, who will work with the team to hire a new manager.
Reds, Baker have deal through 2012
Oct 04, 2010 14:57 EDT
Reds give manager Dusty Baker a 2-year contract extension through 2012. Dusty Baker brought in a tailor during his first spring training as the Reds manager, getting the clubhouse staff ready to look good for the day when the marooned franchise would finally win.
Lou gone, Z has meltdown and Cubs' drought endures
Oct 04, 2010 14:37 EDT
Wait till next year again for Cubs as they reach 102 years without a World Series winner. As a longtime Cubs fan, Tom Ricketts knew well the history of the team he now owns and its long tradition of grabbing headlines without winning a World Series title.
One big swing ends 15 years of futility for Reds
Sep 29, 2010 03:57 EDT
Jay Bruce's homer in 9th inning ends 15 years of futility, send Reds to NL Central title. An hour later, the Cincinnati Reds' long overdue party was still going full-spray in the infield.
Torre, Mattingly expected at Steinbrenner ceremony
Sep 19, 2010 23:43 EDT
Selig, Torre, Mattingly expected at ceremony to unveil monument in honor of Steinbrenner. Joe Torre is expected at new Yankee Stadium for the first time for Monday night's unveiling of a monument honoring late owner George Steinbrenner.
Managers across baseball could be switching places
Sep 18, 2010 19:51 EDT
Change in store on top dugout step: Dozens of manage changes could be in works this winter. From the Bronx to Chavez Ravine, from Lake Michigan north to Toronto, managers across the majors could be on the move this winter.
Torre to retire as Dodgers manager, Mattingly in
Sep 18, 2010 07:22 EDT
Manager Joe Torre to retire from Dodgers after season; Don Mattingly to replace him. Joe Torre is grateful he can leave the Los Angeles Dodgers on his own terms and schedule.
Myers helps Astros beat Cubs 4-0
Sep 08, 2010 23:02 EDT
Brett Myers pitches 7 innings as Houston Astros beat Chicago Cubs 4-0. Brett Myers struck out eight in seven crisp innings, Hunter Pence homered and the Houston Astros beat the Chicago Cubs 4-0 on Wednesday night.
Facts from the Wikipedia page:
| Lou Piniella | |
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| Chicago Cubs — No. 41 | |
| Left fielder / Manager | |
| Born: August 28, 1943 Tampa, Florida | |
| Batted: Right | Threw: Right |
| MLB debut | |
| September 4, 1964 for the Baltimore Orioles | |
| Last MLB appearance | |
| June 16, 1984 for the New York Yankees | |
| Career statistics | |
| Batting average | .291 |
| Home runs | 102 |
| Runs batted in | 766 |
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As player
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| Career highlights and awards | |
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