Bud Black was recently dismissed as manager of the Colorado Rockies, symbolizing the decline of the Mike Scioscia coaching tree, which includes notable figures like Joe Maddon and Scott Servais. Despite his coaching experience, Black could not turn the Rockiesâ fortunes around, resulting in a dismal record of 7-33. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed disappointment over Black's firing, emphasizing his belief that the managerial change wonât solve the underlying issues plaguing the Rockies. Black's tenure showcased both his achievements and the struggles faced by his teams in a challenging environment.
I'm bummed. I'm disappointed. I don't think Casey Stengel could change the outcome of that ballclub. That's not the manager's fault. Obviously, they felt they needed a change.
Black, who managed the San Diego Padres for eight-plus seasons before lasting another eight-plus seasons, boasts his own coaching tree. And one particular branch has become strapping and sturdy: Dave Roberts.
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