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The Cleveland Guardians have named Stephen Vogt as their new manager, replacing Tito Francona. Despite Vogt's lack of managerial experience, the team is impressed by his humility, self-confidence, and extensive background in baseball. Vogt, a former player, homered in the final at-bat of his career. The Guardians value a partnership with their manager and believe Vogt's personality and ability to connect with people set him apart from other candidates. Bob Melvin, former manager of the Oakland Athletics, approves of Vogt's appointment.
Guardians’ Stephen Vogt: Good for a laugh, good choice as a manager, says Bob Melvin https://t.co/MFhWEirl2B
Guardians value a “partnership” with their manager. Vogt’s wide-ranging baseball experience, robust personality and ability to connect with people separated him from other candidates.
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The last time new Guardians manager Stephen Vogt was in professional baseball, he homered in the final AB of his career. 🥹❤️ (🎥: @Athletics) https://t.co/HGfGsuk1iY
The Guardians Have Replaced Tito Francona And His 23 Years, 1950 Wins, And 2 World Series Championships With.....First Time Manager, Stephen Vogt @BarstoolTate https://t.co/LTiC52qFcT https://t.co/kRak5U1JL3
In speaking to Stephen Vogt, Guardians were taken by his humility and self confidence. Team isn't concerned about his lack of managerial experience because of the breadth of his baseball background.
The Guardians Have Replaced Tito Francona And His 23 Years, 1950 Wins, And 2 World Series Championships With.....First Time Manager, Stephen Vogt https://t.co/6dKSZxmWuY https://t.co/zNPIqgK2dV