Manager of the Year

Jack McKeon wins Manager of the Year after turning around Marlins

Jack McKeon, who took over the Florida Marlins when they had a 16-22 record and led them to a wild-card playoff berth, was elected National League Manager of the Year in balloting announced by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. McKeon, at 72 the third oldest manager in history behind…


Tony Pena wins Manager of the Year

Tony Pena, who guided the Kansas City Royals into contention in the American League Central following the first 100-loss season in franchise history, was elected AL Manager of the Year in balloting announced by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. Pena, 46, Kansas City’s manager since May 15, 2002, led…