Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts faced criticism for his playoff performance compared to his regular-season success. Despite leading the team to multiple playoff appearances since 2016 and winning three NL pennants, the lack of postseason triumph questioned his effectiveness, especially after consecutive disappointing seasons in 2022 and 2023. However, his management in the 2024 season culminated in another World Series title, showcasing his growth. Players, including Max Muncy, praised Roberts' personalized approach, emphasizing his understanding of individual players and building a winning culture that attracts talent.
He manages this club based on the guys in this room. He doesn't do it off a spreadsheet. He doesn't do it off what someone tells him. He walks around and he has conversations with everybody.
His tendency to sometimes make a change too slowly is something that Roberts has worked on, and it showed during the 2024 postseason.
Roberts' ability to be personable with each of his players is why they love playing for him, which goes a long way toward building a winning culture.
Despite criticism in previous seasons, Roberts guided the Dodgers to a World Series title in 2024, solidifying his greatness as a manager.
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