Update p 2: Tony LaRussa Retires

[lukethedrifter]

However miniscule the chances were, there is now absolute zero possibility that Albert signs in the 4 day window. No way he signs not knowing who the manager is.

Unless he gets to handpick the successor?

That doesn't seem like a very good idea.

[pioneer98]

Now all of those people calling for Tony's head can finally get what they were hoping for. Just be prepared that the next manager has about an equal of a chance of being much worse than being better than Tony.

Yes, this.

La Russa had his flaws, but so will any new manager.

[Magneto2.0]

Can we get Colby back now?

Do we want Colby back now?

Not really.

[Fat Strat]

Thanks for the memories, Tony! Thanks for one final run, your way. You allowed me to witness the greatest run of Cardinals baseball maybe in history (form '96-11).

Now, let's start building a new run of contending teams and championships a new, different way.


My top candidates for manager: Joe Pettini. Joe Maddon.

I don't know if we can get Joe Maddon, but if we could grab him, wow... That would be perfect. I would even trade for him.

[danh35]

Can we trade someone to the Rays for Joe Maddon?

I hope they explore that possibility.

[Magneto2.0]

However miniscule the chances were, there is now absolute zero possibility that Albert signs in the 4 day window. No way he signs not knowing who the manager is.

Unless he gets to handpick the successor?

That doesn't seem like a very good idea.

The Cavs tried to do the same thing for Lebron almost, and it bit them in the ass.

I think all Pujols concerned about is the money. I would rather offer him 5/6 year deal for 30 a year, rather than a 10 year deal for 25 million a year, but we'll see how it goes.

[BW23]

Count me in the wow crowd. Congrats to Tony. Way to go out on top. Thanks for the run this year, the run of contending teams, the two WS titles and three pennants....and all the head scratching moves!

I do think this hurts a bit in the Pujols negotiations, but maybe about 5% of the total consideration. I think we'll see Oquendo's name a lot in the next few days, especially if Pujols gives his say. Otherwise, I'm not sure who is out there off hand.

[New Pagodi]

Wikipedia is already updated.

[tothebeach08]

I will miss his mysteriously-stopped-at-a-green-light-at-3am bus.

lol.

Perfect time for him to retire, who wouldn't want to go out on top.

I like that guy that manages Pittsburg, I can't think of his name but he has a huge head and he used to coach for Colorado.

[Harpo]

Can we trade someone to the Rays for Joe Maddon?

I hope they explore that possibility.

I'd drive Lohse and Westbrook to the airport personally to get this done.