History is repeating itself for a former White Sox coach that just became an MLB manager
Briefly

Miguel Cairo served as a bench coach for the Chicago White Sox under Tony La Russa from 2020 to 2022, bringing past playing experience to the role. He achieved his first managerial success during the 2021 Field of Dreams Game. Following La Russa's medical leave, Cairo managed the team in September 2022, achieving an 18-16 record. The White Sox ended the season at 81-81, prompting staff changes. After a season away, Cairo became the interim manager for the Washington Nationals, replacing the fired Dave Martinez, who had a career management record of 500-622.
Cairo obtained his first managerial experience during the famous Field of Dreams Game in 2021, leading the White Sox to victory in the absence of La Russa.
During his interim management stint in September 2022, Chicago went 18-16 under Cairo, showing a burst of energy that lifted the team's performance.
Despite Cairo's contributions, the White Sox finished 81-81 in 2022, leading to the replacement of the coaching staff after the season.
Cairo was named the interim manager of the Washington Nationals on July 7, after the firing of Dave Martinez, who had a career record of 500-622.
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